Join Our International English Class
for Grade 8 - 12
TOMODACHI English
Learn with friends from Japan ー every week!
Cultivate cultural competence by learning with Japanese students
Abundant speaking opportunities with a mix of group and one-on-one sessions
Ongoing communication through group bulletin boards
About TOMODACHI English
Discover the Joy of Learning English with International friends!
Want to improve your English while making friends abroad? TOMODACHI English makes this easy, without needing to go to a language school overseas.
With the concept of "International Exchange × English Learning," TOMODACHI English offers weekly 60-minute online English lessons while connecting with overseas peers.
Practice conversations on interesting topics through one-on-one interactions, and chat casually on the group bulletin board outside of class to deepen friendships. Improve your English while enjoying multicultural experiences with overseas peers.
Apply now and take your first step towards the world with TOMODACHI English!
Program Overview
Features
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International Exchange: Students from diverse cultural backgrounds deepen mutual understanding and develop friendships and global perspectives through lessons and bulletin board interactions
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English Immersion Environment: Classes are primarily conducted in English, providing ample opportunities for natural English use
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Hybrid Lessons: Combines group lesson learning with individual practice in one-on-one interactions for an effective learning environment
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Comprehensive English Improvement: Balanced learning of speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills
Target Audience
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Students from grade 8 to grade 12
Class size
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Approximately 8 students (4 Japanese and 4 Indonesian)
Class Schedule & time
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60 minutes once a week
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You'll choose a time slot that works best for you, coordinated with Japanese students.
Model Session Structure
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Lecture and group activities: 20 minutes
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One-on-one interaction: 30 minutes
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Reflection: 10 minutes
Pricing
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First 3 months: 20% OFF - USD 25.6/month
From the 4th month: USD 32/month
Payment Methods
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Bank transfer to a local account
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Credit card
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Paypal
Instructor
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Marina, a native of the Philippines
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A popular main speaker for the online intercultural exchange TOMODACHI Program. With extensive experience as an English conversation instructor, she is passionate about fostering international cooperation. Her classes will surely be easy to understand and fun. Embark on a new learning journey under her expert guidance!
Course Details
Duration for each Course
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3 Months (12 weeks)
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Every 3 months, you will experience a new course with new friends
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A certificate of completion will be issued for each course
- Cancellation is possible on a monthly basis
Main Structure (6 Courses: 18 months)
Course 1: Global Friendship
Theme: Understanding yourself and your peers
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Effective self-introduction methods
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Comparing family structures and daily lives
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Similarities and differences in school life
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Hobbies and leisure activities
Course 3: Youth Life and Challenges
Theme: Future goals and social participation
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Challenges and solutions in school life
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Human relationships in the digital age
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Future dreams and goals
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Youth involvement with technology
Course 5: First Steps as Global Citizens
Theme: Social issues and international cooperation
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Familiar environmental issues and individual efforts
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Importance of diversity and inclusivity
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Forms of international cooperation and participation
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Necessity of media literacy
Course 2: Comparing Society and Culture
Theme: Cultural exchange in daily life
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Characteristics and challenges of local communities
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International comparison of pop culture
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Differences in food culture and eating habits
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How to spend holidays and festivals
Course 4: Introduction to Global Society
Theme: New perspectives on linking with the world
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Basics of intercultural communication
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International comparison of education systems
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Significance and impact of international events
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Possibilities for global careers
Course 6: Our Power to Create the Future
Theme: Individual potential and global contribution
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Relationship of technology and social change
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Understanding SDGs and daily practice
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Responsibilities as global citizens
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Individual roles in future society
Sample Contents
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FAQs
Registration Process
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Please submit the application form.
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We'll determine the date, time, and group based on your preferred dates and English level (may take 1-2 weeks).
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We'll then send a payment URL via email. Once payment is confirmed, lessons will start from the beginning of the month.
One-on-one Interactions
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One-on-one interactions will be conducted for about 30 minutes of the lesson time.
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Enter separate breakout rooms for 1-on-1 conversations with overseas students, following instructor-guided themes and methods. (Sometimes 1-to-2 or 2-to-1)
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Instructors and staff will circulate through the rooms to provide guidance and support.
The Group Bulletin Board
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Once the groups are determined, you and the Japanese students will be invited to the online bulletin board.
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There, following the instructor's guidance, you'll write self-introductions and daily events. You can also interact freely.
Can I Understand the Lessons Taught in English?
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The lessons use clear and understandable English, with screen-shared materials. If you have an English proficiency level equivalent to CEFR A2 - B2 level, you should be able to understand the lessons.
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Learning English in English helps improve your language skills efficiently. If you have any difficulties, supplementary explanations will be provided.
Are There Any Assignments?
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In the weekly writing focus session once a month, you may be asked to post a diary on the group bulletin board.
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You may also be asked to post self-introductions and other content on the group bulletin board.
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You can check the text before the lesson, allowing you to preview vocabulary and phrases.
Rescheduling and Cancellations.
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Rescheduling is not possible due to fixed group lesson membership.
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Cancellation is allowed once per term (3 months) if notified to the office 24 hours in advance. The cancelled lesson fee will be deducted from future month's fees.
2024 Lesson Dates (Scroll vertically)
〜 Colored dates are lesson days 〜
December Wednesday lessons are only 3 times, and you'll pay only 75% of the tuition.