Kobe Language Learning Center
Kobe Learning Center
Welcome to Kobe Learning Center! We strive to offer engaging language and culture classes that help you improve your skills at your own pace. KLC is a language learning center sponsored by Kobe Mini Mart, and is located at 213 E Street Suite F, Davis, CA 95616.
Phone: 1-530-231-5091 and Email: Kobelearning@minimartkobe.com
*Email is recommended
*KLC Main Classroom (November 2024)
Current Class Overview & Description:
Beginning Japanese 1 - $99 per person. 2 hours a week for 6 weeks
This course is best for those who have little to no experience with Japanese. In this beginning class, you will learn how to read and write Hiragana as well as form basic sentences using beginning grammar. This class also focuses on creating conversational skills in Japanese. (Equivalent to Chapter 1 from the Genki Textbook)
Beginning Japanese 2 - $99 per person. 2 hours a week for 6 weeks
Continuing from Beginning Japanese 1, this course teaches those with knowledge of Hiragana the next step of learning the Katakana alphabet. In addition, students in this class will learn more complex grammar patterns and beginning phrases related to everyday life in Japan. (Equivalent to chapter 2 from the Genki Textbook)
Beginning Japanese 3 - $99 per person. 2 hours a week for 6 weeks
This class covers beginning kanji, verb conjugations, and complex grammar structures in Japanese. Students will practice creating original sentences and communicating in Japanese. In this class, instruction is given in both English and Japanese. Students will be expected to have proficiency in both Hiragana and Katakana characters. (Equivalent to chapters 3 - 5 of the Genki Textbook)
Beginning Japanese for Travel - $59 per person. 2 hours a week for 3 weeks
This fast-paced class introduces you to Beginner Japanese vocabulary and phrases and equips you with the basic knowledge of Japanese. Students will learn survival Japanese useful for traveling to Japan or starting a basic conversation in Japanese. In this class, reading and writing is not taught.
Intermediate Japanese - $99 per person. 2 hours a week for 6 weeks
Have you studied Japanese before? Interested in improving your speaking ability and learning more advanced grammar and writing? This class covers just that! Learn how to hold a conversation in Japanese and the nuances of the language while reviewing the basics. In this course, classes are taught in both English and Japanese. (Hiragana and Katakana proficiency are recommended.)
Manga Drawing for Beginners - $49 per student. 2 hour 1-day workshop
A simplified drawing class for those who would like to improve their figure drawing or animation abilities. In this class, beginners will create original 2D characters using manga guides and will be able to find their original art style by practicing helpful techniques through manga illustration.
Japanese for Kids - $49 per student. 1 hour a week for 3 weeks (*continuing classes each month)
An introduction to Japanese language and culture for kids (ages 6 & up), this three-week class offers a well-rounded course for younger students to follow. Beginning Japanese grammar and writing practice are included along with daily conversation practice. Materials and handouts are included in this class for students to take home and practice.
*For these lessons, students have the option to continue classes in the following three-week session to review and practice more advanced vocabulary and grammar. For more information or a course outline, please contact: kobelearning@minimartkobe.com
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Curious about the courses or Japanese in general? Feel free to drop by during our open classroom hours to ask questions or participate in our weekly activities! (All ages are welcome and no registration is required!)
The current schedule is listed below:
Saturday, September 27th 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Saturday, October 4th 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Current Course Schedule & Registration (Fall 2025)
October Sessions:
Japanese for Kids (Tuesdays) October 7th - October 21st 4:00pm - 5:00pm (6 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link --->https://square.link/u/fWue6CPQ
Beginning Japanese 1 (Saturdays) October 18th - November 22nd 11:00am - 1:00pm (6 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> https://square.link/u/ExVqfakP
Japanese for Travel (Saturdays) October 18th - November 1st 1:30pm - 3:30pm (8 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> https://square.link/u/z1eCt0Wp
Intermediate Japanese (Sundays) October 19th - November 23rd (*No class on November 2nd) 4:00pm - 6:00pm (7 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> https://square.link/u/Xug1ijuv
Manga Drawing for Beginners Workshop (Sunday) October 19th 11:30am - 1:30pm (8 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> https://square.link/u/j1l7zEOT
November Sessions:
Japanese for Kids (Tuesdays) November 4th - November 18th 4:00pm - 5:00pm (8 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> Will be opened soon.
Beginning Japanese 2 (Saturdays) November 8th - December 20th (*No class on December 6th) 1:30pm - 3:30pm (8 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> Will be opened soon.
Manga Drawing for Kids (Sunday) November 16th 11:30pm - 1:30pm (8 open seats)
-- To sign up for this class, please click this link ---> Will be opened soon.
*Please email for more information.
E-mail: kobelearning@minimartkobe.com
Phone: (530) 231-5091
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Now Hiring Language Instructors & Craft Instructors
KLC is hiring! We are looking for Korean, Chinese, and Japanese Language Instructors or traditional crafts Instructors. Part-time positions are available. Please send any inquiry to Kobelearning@minimartkobe.com if you are interested in applying today.
