"Easy Japanese Language Course" for fiscal year 8

Are you familiar with "easy Japanese"?
"Easy Japanese" refers to a simple and easy-to-understand form of Japanese, adapted to be easily understood by foreigners unfamiliar with the language. It is a form of communication that takes into consideration a wide range of people, including foreigners, young children, the elderly, and people with disabilities. With just a little ingenuity, you can make your language easier to understand and it will be useful in various situations, from daily life to disaster situations.
This time, we have invited Ms. Akie Yatsushiro, who is working to spread easy Japanese both within and outside the prefecture, to teach us the basics, focusing on the origins and philosophy of easy Japanese, and practical "communication points" that can be used immediately.

In the practical session, you will learn about the skills and mindset required during disasters through workshops and discussions, while visualizing specific scenarios!

Venue

Aichi International Plaza 2F Iris Room (2-6-1 Sannomaru, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, inside the Aichi Prefectural Sannomaru Government Building)

Message

 Date and Time Theme Message
The 1 part 2026
6/4		 10:00AM ~ 12:00 PM Basics of Easy Japanese (1) What is Easy Japanese?
(2) Background of the need for simplified Japanese
(3) Practice in rephrasing expressions that can be used in everyday life and work.
The 2 part 13:00AM ~ 16:00 PM During a disaster
Practical Application of Easy Japanese		 (1) Information needed during a disastersurelyTo deliver
(2) Role-playing simulating disaster scenarios
(Evacuation center support, consultation services, etc.)
(3) Collaborative exercises with foreign residents (Japanese language learners, etc.) (tentative)

*For more details, click here!

lecturer

Akie Yatsushiro, Certified Instructor of Easy Japanese and Disaster Prevention Specialist

Target

Registered volunteers of the Aichi International Exchange Association, staff and registered volunteers of municipalities and international exchange associations within Aichi Prefecture, Aichi Prefecture staff, and individuals who have opportunities to interact with foreigners (including those who have taken the Japanese language volunteer introductory course).

Capacity

Part 1: 50 people, Part 2: 30 people

How to apply

　 Please register for either Part 1 only or Part 1 + Part 2 using the QR code or application form URL below. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. You will automatically receive a confirmation email after registering, but if you do not receive it, there is a possibility that the email address you entered is incorrect, so please contact the inquiry/application address below.
　

Please apply using the QR code or application form URL.

Application form URL: https://forms.gle/d2QFnMZY8fiaWu4n7

▼Form input information
① Email address ② Name ③ Name in phonetic script ④ Phone number ⑤ Affiliation/Workplace ⑥ Course taken (Part 1 only, Part 1 + Part 2)

Application deadline

Noon, Monday, November 2026, 5

*We will contact you by email by May 29th, 2026 (Friday) regarding whether or not you have been accepted.
If you do not receive your order, please contact the inquiry/application address below.

Organizer and contact details for inquiries and applications

Aichi Prefectural International Association (Public Interest Foundation) Exchange and Coexistence Division, Exchange and Coexistence Section
TEL:052-961-8746(Inquiries only)
Email: koryu＊aia.pref.aichi.jp (replace * with @)

Other Information

*Please note that courses may be subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.

*The personal information you provide will be used solely for the operation of this program (including information sharing among participants within the course) and will not be disclosed to any third party without your consent.