At Nihongo Picnic, we believe that learning Japanese isn't just about mastering grammar or memorizing vocabulary. It's about opening doors to genuine human connections, embracing cultures, and becoming part of a community that celebrates shared growth.
Connection,
not Competition
We learn together, grow together, and celebrate each other's progress. Every lesson is an opportunity to build not just language skills, but lasting friendships with fellow learners and native speakers.
Real Connections
We organize real-life events and grow together as a community.
Human Connection
We believe language learning is about people, not just grammar rules. Every lesson is designed to help you connect meaningfully with others, from casual conversations to professional relationships. We teach you to choose your words with care, considering the heart behind every interaction.
Innovative & Pragmatic
We're excited by new technologies and teaching methods, but we don't follow trends blindly. Every technique we use is backed by solid research and proven results. We balance innovation with wisdom, because your learning journey deserves both excitement and effectiveness.
Safety & Vulnerability
Psychological safety is the foundation of real learning. When you feel secure to make mistakes, ask questions, and be vulnerable, that's when true progress happens. We've built every aspect of our school around this principle, from our teaching approach to our administrative systems.
Q: Do you sponsor student visas?
A: Nihongo Picnic doesn't sponsor visas.
Q: Is it possible to join from outside of Japan?
A: Our classes are online by default so you can join from anywhere in the world!
Q: Do you offer lessons for children?
A: Yes, we offer lessons for children. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for more details.
Q: If I miss a lesson will I get my money back?
A: For group lessons, if you miss a session you will not be able to get that money back. However to make sure the next lesson goes smoothly, we will always provide details of what was covered in that lesson over slack. For private lessons, you can reschedule a lesson with 24 hours’ notice. If your last lesson of the month needs to be moved, you may carry it over to the following months (you’ll have five lessons that month).
Q: Are the lessons all in Japanese?
A: Aside from the starter class, all classes are conducted in Japanese. For private lessons and corporate lessons, please let us know your preference.
Q: Can I view a recording of the lesson afterward?
A: We do not record our classes, to avoid any unexpected trouble. Also, when things are being recorded students and teachers may feel uncomfortable speaking freely which can get in the way of the class. While we don’t record the classes themselves, the slides used during the lesson are shared with everyone. Students who miss class would be able to review past slides and homework on slack so that they can join the next lesson smoothly.
