JAPANESE 1

Voctech Senior High School

Grade 11

(1st/2nd) Semester
Module No. 1

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Name of Student

Flora May W. Dijos

Teacher

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 Welcome to Japanese 1.
ようこそ
Yōkoso

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GRADE: 11 SEMESTER: 1st
SUBJECT TITLE: JAPANESE 1 WEEK NO: 1

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Japanese Language

Week Objective:

 Make you understand in Japanese culture

 The module offers an introduction to Japanese language
 Enable you to give and understand information and to achieve a confident elementary level of
communicative competence in everyday situations
 Provide an introduction to the customs, culture and society of the regions/countries in which the
languages are spoken and to develop your awareness of the general social and cultural background
of the language

About your Instructor:

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Hi Students! I am FLORA MAY W. DIJOS, your Japanese instructor; you can simply call me “Miss
Flora”,

Welcome to this interesting subject!

If you have any other questions or concern, you can directly contact these details below:

 0922 954 3554 / 0967 437 2151

 [email protected]

Introduction to the Japanese Language

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 So you think you want to learn Japanese? It is exotic enough to be endlessly fascinating, while being spoken
by over 100 million citizens of one of the world's major economic powers makes it a practical skill for anyone
interested in international dealings.

Then of course there's anime, manga, and the rest of Japanese pop culture – let's admit it, these are the real reasons
most of us get interested in Japanese in the first place. And as learn the language, you'll only grow to appreciate
both the traditional and modern culture of Japan more and more.

What comes to mind when you think of Japan?

An Island Nation

The Japanese call their country Nihon or Nippon. The two names are interchangeable. Both mean,
literally, "source of the sun."
Into modern times, the sun motif has remained a favorite design among the Japanese, and the
national flag is the hinomapu, or "sun flag."
Japan has four main islands, plus several hundred small islands that dot the coast lines. Of the four
main is lands, the largest is Honshu, followed in size by Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku
Some have called Japan "a nation of borrowers," but the term can be misleading. Historians note
that the Japanese were never mere copyists. Almost all I "borrowing" by the Japanese was (and still is) a
very careful process. The Japanese rejected much from other cultures that they judged unworkable for
themselves.

SOME WAYS TO SHOW COURTESY

The Japanese practice many formalities and observe many rules of etiquette among themselves, but genera"
y they do not expect foreign visitors to understand many of their customs and ways of doing things.
As a rule, a gaijin (foreigner) can impress the Japanese by being polite and reserved in his or her
behavior. If they see these qualities in a foreign visitor, most Japanese will quickly excuse social
blunders or shortcomings.

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 However, it is precisely because the Japanese are willing to accord you special treatment as a visitor that
they will be impressed if you show you are interested in doing some things the Japanese way.
Greetings. Traditionally the Japanese have greeted friends and strangers alike by bowing to
them. Don't be dismayed if a Japanese does not extend a hand to shake when you meet or are introduced.
If a Japanese does not initiate a handshake, but instead bows to you, your best response would be to bow
in return. Actually, a distinct nod of your head should suffice. Avoid trying to perform a low bow from
the waist, since in some situations some Japanese might regard this as pretentious or mocking on your
part. When many Japanese do shake hands, they bow s light I Y at the same time. The American who
does this probably will impress the Japanese with his politeness. Shoulder slapping, embracing, and even
enthused, pumping handshakes are al I unrestrained greetings by Japanese standards, and are to be
avoided.
Religion
There are two main religion in Japan: (SHINTO & BUDDHISM)
Shinto – is a Japanese religion
Buddhism was imported in 6th century from China. A recent poll found that 39% of Japanese people identify as
Buddhist, 3.9% as Shinto and 2.3% as Christian.

Celebrations
In Japan, the largest holiday is the New Year’s celebration. During spring and summer, celebrations for the gods of
the land and sea, or Matsuri means (a solemn festival celebrated periodically at Shinto shrines in Japan). Each town
holds its own Matsuri, and these celebrations are widely attended by all.

Sports
Sports play a significant role in Japanese culture. Sumo, judo and karate are traditional Japanese sports and baseball,
soccer and rugby have been adopted from other cultures.
Sumo is the national sport of Japan and to this day is primarily practiced only in Japan. Modern sumo was formed
during the Edo era and little has changed since. Baseball is the most-watched sport in the country. It was first
introduced to the country in 1872 and has grown in popularity ever since.

Family Structure
The traditional family unit inn Japan is called “Kazoku,” comprising of a mother, father and their children.
Traditionally, the Kazoku often live with their elderly parents. However more recently, three generation household
numbers have fallen in favor of more modern arrangements.

Cuisine
Across the nation, the Japanese are primarily fish eaters. Japan is the number one fish importer in the world,
consuming around 12% of the world’s caught fish. The most well-known Japanese dish is probably sushi, is a dish
that includes fresh fish, seaweed and lightly-seasoned rice. Japanese also eat beef, poultry and porks as part of their
daily diets.

Online News from Japan

Asahi Shimbun
National Japanes Newspaper.

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Japan Times
English-language daily newspaper, based in Minato, Tokyo.
Japan Today
A leading source of Japan News in English.
Kyodo News
National and international news.
Mainichi Daily News (English version)
National newspaper with Japanese and international news.
News on Japan
Summary of Japan-related news from various sources.
Nikkei Shimbun
'Japan Economics Newspaper,' the world's largest financial newspaper.
Nikkei also publishes the Nikkei Asian Review, an English-language business journal.
Sankei Shimbun
Daily Japanese newspaper. It also publishes Japan Forward, an English-language news and opinion website.

Beautiful Japanese Women

Karyukai
Karyukai means "Flower and Willow World," a poetic term for the society of the Geisha. (comprehensive
Wikipedia entry for Geisha)

Bijinga
The site refers to pictures of beautiful
women in Japanese art - Bijinga.

Kimono
Kimono, meaning clothing in
Japanese, an easy-to-read site about
Japan's traditional high maintenance
clothing.

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Economy of Japan
Japan is among the world's most literate and technically advanced nations; its economy is a highly developed free-
market economy and the third-largest in the world by nominal GDP. Japan is ranked 7th in the 2018 Best Countries
survey power ranking. But Japan is also the most indebted country in the world, with a debt-to-GDP ratio of 235%.
The nation's main export goods are cars, consumer electronics, computers, semiconductors, copper, iron, and steel.
Other key industries in Japan are petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, bio-industry, shipbuilding, aerospace, textiles,
cosmetics, and processed food.

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 Japan Skyline

Top Japanese Brands

Automotive
Japan's automotive industry is one of the largest industries in the world. Japan was among the three countries with the highest
production of cars since the 1960s, surpassing Germany. Japan was the pioneer in robotics manufacturing of autos starting in
the late 1970s.

Daihatsu
Japanese automobile manufacturer of small cars, the company was founded in 1907. The company is now a
subsidiary of Toyota.

Honda
Japanese multinational manufacturer of automobiles, aircraft, and motorcycles, with its headquarters at Minato,
Tokyo.

Isuzu
A Japanese manufacturing company for commercial vehicles and diesel engines, headquartered in Tokyo.

Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries is, outside Japan, best known as a manufacturer of motorcycles
and outboard engines.

Mazda
Japanese automobile manufacturer based in Aki District, Hiroshima Prefecture.

Mitsubishi Motors
One of the three major heavy industrial manufacturers in Japan is also a manufacturer of cars; the company is based
in Tokyo.

Nissan
Japanese multinational automaker headquartered in Nishi-ku, Yokohama. By now, it is the world's largest
manufacturer of electric vehicles.

Subaru
The automotive division of Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) is the largest manufacturer of all-wheel-drive passenger
cars. Its headquarters are in Ebisu, Shibuya, Tokyo.

Suzuki
The Japanese manufacturer of motorcycles, cars, and outboard motors has its headquarters at Hamamatsu, Shizuoka
Prefecture.

Toyota
Japanese multinational company and the world's largest automotive manufacturer, headquartered in Toyota, Aichi,
Japan. Lexus is the luxury vehicle division of Toyota.

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Yamaha
Japanese multinational manufacturer of motorcycles, power sports equipment, musical instruments, and electronics.

Beauty & Fashion

Kanebo
Beauty and Health made in Japan.

Kansai Yamamoto
Japanese Contemporary fashion.

Kenzo
French luxury house founded in 1970 by Japanese designer Kenzo Takada.

Shiseido
The Japanese answer to CHANEL & Co.

Uniqlo
Japanese casual wear designer, manufacturer and retailer.

Mikimoto
Japanese luxury pearl company.

Cameras
Canon
Fine cameras and copiers.

Konica Minolta
More fine cameras.

Nikon
... and more fine cameras.

Consumer Electronics
Bandai
Manufacturer of toys, from the Rhythm Ball (1950) to Sailor Moon (1993), to Tamagotchi (1996), Digimon (1997),
and much more.
Nintendo
Formerly a Japanese card company, now a multinational manufacturer of video games and game consoles,
headquartered in Kyoto.
Panasonic
Japanese multinational electronics corporation headquartered in Kadoma, Osaka.
Pioneer
Japanese Hifi. Japanese multinational corporation with its headquarters in Bunkyō, Tokyo.
SEGA
Entertainment universe. Japanese multinational video game developer headquartered in Tokyo.

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Sharp
Japanese multinational corporation, manufacturer of a wide range of electronic consumer and business products,
they are headquartered in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture.
SONY
MULTI-media.

Education in Japan

Clocktower of Kyoto
University.

Japanese school system

The Japanese school system consists of the primary school (six years), the middle school (three years), the high
school (three years), and the university (four years). Compulsory schooling is only for the nine years of elementary
and middle school, but 98% of students continue to high school.

National Universities
Hokkaido University

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Hokudai in Sapporo is one of the top universities in Japan.

Kyoto University
Kyoto University has three campuses, Katsura, Uji, and Yoshida. It is one of Japan's oldest universities, founded in
1897

Kyushu University
Kyudai in Fukuoka, on the island of Kyushu, is a leading university in the country.

Nagoya University
Meidai, a Japanese national university, is located in Chikusa-ku ward of the city of Nagoya.

Osaka University
Handai is a public research university and one of Japan's most prestigious institutions; it was founded as a merchant
academy (Kaitokudō) in 1724.

Tohoku University
Tohokudai, located in Sendai, is a national university and among the most prestigious universities in Japan.

University of Tokyo
The former Tokyo Imperial University was the first Japanese institution of higher learning, founded in 1877.

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 Most Iconic Japanese Landmarks

Hiroshima Peace Park

Dotonbori
Hiroshima Peace Park is Hiroshima’s most visited
attraction. Its compassionate, forgiving message of Osaka’s downtown Dotonbori district is possibly its
peace and remembrance touches the hearts of most visited attraction, famous for its bright neon
visitors from all over the globe. signboards and tasty delicacies.

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 Shibuya Crossing Cherry Blossom
Shibuya Crossing, or Shibuya Scramble Crossing, is a The Japanese cherry blossom, or sakura, has long been adored by
popular scramble crossing in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. It people across the globe. It is regarded as a symbol of renewal,
is located in front of the Shibuya Station Hachikō exit vitality, and beauty. During the spring season of each year,
and stops vehicles in all directions to allow pedestrians thousands travel to Japan to view the wondrous spectacle of these
to inundate the entire intersection. white or pink flowers blooming en masse.

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Activity No. 1:

Write your answer below:

1. What makes Japan as one of the most innovative country in the world?
2. Can you please give five Japanese foods?
3. What makes Japan language unique?
4. In your own opinion, what would be the contribution of the Japanese culture/tradition to
the Asian neighboring countries?
5. What do you think is the longevity secrets of the Japanese people?

Answers:

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Activity No. 2

1.______________It is what the Japanese call their country?

2.______________What is the nation flag of Japanese?
3. If Philippines is the pearl of the orient, Japan is _________________
4. What is the capital of Japan?______________________
5. What are the four main islands in Japan, ____________, ____________, ___________,
____________.
6. Give at least 5 five universities in Japan?
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GRADE: 11 SEMESTER: 1st
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Lesson 2: Japanese Basic Greetings

Week Objective:

 To be able to learn the basic Japanese Greetings

 To understand and memorize the basic Japanese greetings

Hajimemashite wata shiwa (your name) desu! Suki na Filipino food wa (favorite food) desu!

Yorushiku Onegaishimasu!

BASIC GREETINGS:

When you meet or leave someone

Hello Konnichiwa
Pronounce “n” and “ni” separately. It’s like “kon-nichiwa”.
Good morning. Ohayo gozaimasu.
The last vowel “u” is not clearly pronounced. It’s like “gozaimasu”.
Informal Style: Ohayo.
Good evening. Konbanwa
Used at the beginning of the conversation, not at the end.
Goodnight. Oyasuminasai.
Informal Style: Oyasumi.
Goodbye. Sayonara.
In general, used when people will not see each other for some time.
Informal Style: Sayonara. (short “o” after y).
See you. Dewa Mata.
See you tomorrow. Dewa mata ashita.
See you next week. Dewa mata rasihu.
Dewa: well, now or so
Mata: again

When you thank or apologize to someone

Thank you. Arigato gozaimasu.
Thank you very much. Domo arigato gozaimasu.
Thank you.(past) Arigato gozaimashita.
Thanks. Domo.

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 The last vowel “u” is not pronounced ly. gozaimasu(u).
Arigato gozaimashita. To thank for something in the past.
Domo.: To thank for a small favor.
Informal Style: Arigato
You’re welcome. Doitashimashite.
Don’t mention it. Iie.
Iie. (literally means “No.”) also can be with the rising accent if it’s not a big deal.
Excuse me.. Sumimasen.
Yes. Hai.
Used when you talk to someone , and to apologize for small faults (Sorry.).
Hai. (Yes) can be used to answer someone’s call.
I’m sorry. Gomennasai.
I’m sorry. Domo sumimasen.
Don’t be sorry. Iie.
Domo sumimasen. Is also used. It sounds more polite.
As a response, Iie. can be used if it’s not a big deal.

When you start or finish eating

(before eating) Itadakimasu.

Activity No. 1:

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Translate it into a Japanese word, write your answer on the box provided.

ENGLISH JAPANESE

1 Good morning!

2 Good bye!

3 You’re welcome!

4 See you next week

5 Thank you (past)

6 Yes

7 Thank you very much

8 Good night (informal)

9 Good morning (Informal)

10 Excuse me

11 I’m sorry!

12 See you

13 Good night

14 Before eating

15 See you tomorrow

GRADE: 11 SEMESTER: 1st

SUBJECT TITLE: JAPANESE 1 WEEK NO: 3

Lesson 2: Introducing the Hiragana Character

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Week Objective:

 To introduce the Group 1 Hiragana

 To memorize the character

What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is a Japanese syllabary , one of the component of the Japanese writing system, along with the
katakana, kanji and some cases romaji. It is a phonetic lettering system. A word Hiragana literally means
“ordinary” or simple “kana”. There are 46 characters and divided into 6 groups.
HIRAGANA TABLE

Ten ten [”] a single quotation symbol and is added certain Japanese syllables to make newsyllables that
sounds different.
Maru [○] the word maru is often attached to Japanese ship names, used in divination and represents perfection
or completeness.

 For the [k] group (ka/ki/ku/ke/ko), when we add the [ten ten] symbol, the sound changes to [g]!
(ga)

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  For the [s] group (sa/si/su/se/so), when we add the [ten ten] symbol, the sound changes to [z]!
(za)
 For the [t] group (ta/chi/tsu/te/to), when we add the [ten ten] symbol, the sound changes to [d]!
(da)
 For the [h] group (ha/hi/hu/he/ho), when we add the [ten ten] symbol, the sound changes to [b]!
(ba)
 For the [h] group when we add the [maru] symbol, the sound changes to [b]! (ba)

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