Global Language & Culture

Japanese Study Testimonials

KAT Receptionist - Sydney NSW

"I started with GLAC to better understand and appreciate anime and manga in their original Japanese forms. With the knowledge learnt during my time studying with GLAC I have been able to understand these on a deeper level in regard to meanings of names, etc. This has also helped understand characters better for Cosplay. The studies explored all different parts of Japanese culture/language so the classes were always new and interesting. Everything was set out in an easy to understand manner whilst also keeping up to the current level of knowledge/skills. I would highly recommend GLAC to anyone interested in Japanese language/culture."

ANNE Homemaker - Maitland

"I have been learning Japanese from Global Language and Culture Educational Services for more than a year and, although I still have a long way to go to be fluent in Japanese, I feel I am making good progress. My teacher is always encouraging and presents us with interesting and challenging work. I am beginning to feel much more confident with many aspects of the language, including reading, writing, speaking and thinking in Japanese. I also enjoy the cultural studies and calligraphy lessons. I have already visited Japan and hope that on my next trip I will be able to communicate much more confidently."

Robert Colliery Management - Central Coast NSW

"I appreciate the friendly manner and respect the professional knowledge of the staff at Global Language and Culture. Thanks to the learning I did with Global, I am now better able to communicate with Japanese people on my regular trips to Japan. As a potter, I spend much time visiting workshops in Kyushu and have been able to employ my skills and cultural knowledge when interacting with masters of Japanese pottery during my travels there. Domo arigato!"

Alister PhD - Newcastle NSW

"Learning Japanese from Global Language & Culture was extremely useful and great fun. We of course covered the Japanese language, but we also covered various elements of Japanese culture that only someone with a deep knowledge of the Japanese way of life could impart. I'm prepared now for living and working in Kyoto University, Japan. Subarashii desu!!"

Mardi School Teacher - Newcastle NSW

"Being a primary school teacher looking to teach in Japan, I found Global Language & Culture's lessons of both the written and spoken Japanese language great. It has provided me with knowledge that I think will be invaluable in both social and professional situations in Japan. Yatta!"

STEVE Mining Equipment Product Manager - Lake Macquarie NSW

"I hoped to pick up a few basic conversational tips to get me by whilst travelling in Hokkaido, but from the structured methods used by GLAC I gained a good grounding in reading and writing as well. But the most notable advantage I found with GLAC was the passion and experience of the presenters which immersed me in Japanese culture comparable with being there."

EBONY Flight Attendant - Lake Macquarie NSW

"The Japanese lessons which I receive from Global Language and Culture have proven to be extremely beneficial to me and my goals of further educating my knowledge of the Japanese language and culture. The skills I have acquired assist me in my current role as a flight attendant and aid as a key to opening up new doors which will create further opportunities for me and my future."

Cassie High School Student - Port Stephens NSW

"Japanese via Skype with Mr Grant is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn from a highly skilled and knowledgeable teacher. Just like in a face-to-face environment you can directly interact and be provided with immediate feedback. I love that Mr Grant makes the lessons so interesting and I am always learning something new each time. Mr Grant is a wonderful teacher and is very patient and understanding."

JYE Lab Analyst - Sydney NSW

"I approached GLAC with the intentions of developing my Japanese language skills in reading, writing, and speaking. I have been quite impressed with the teaching of the course and the knowledge gained so far. In the short term I wanted to appreciate Anime and Manga without English translations, and in the long term use my new found skills when I travel to Japan. GLAC has exceeded my expectations and exposed me to the Japanese culture through music, food, and calligraphy. I can highly recommend GLAC to anyone who has a passion for Japanese culture and wants to learn more!"

Thomas Fabrication Business Owner - Port Stephens NSW

"Stephen Grant is an extremely dedicated teacher. He is deeply interested in his students’ learning and takes the time to help each one realise and succeed in their goals. I would recommend him as an instructor without hesitation.”!

Conor High School Student - Adelaide SA

"My first experience with Mr Grant as my teacher was in grade five, and have continued to learn for a further 3 years earning the opportunity to take part in Martial arts and a trip overseas to Japan with my fellow colleagues. I regret nothing. Learning the Japanese language and culture with Mr Grant has been enjoyable where he has a fantastic approach to learning. Mr Grant is passionate about the Japanese culture and always makes learning fun, engaging, rewarding and best of all he is very encouraging. I would always look forward to my Japanese lessons with Mr Grant."

VANESSA Accountant - NEWCASTLE NSW

"I have very much enjoyed my japanese study at Global Language & Culture . The content of the course is well focused and tailored with students' learning in mind. The one-to-one teaching mode is very useful and rewarding. Unlike the online learning centres that I have tried in the past, GLAC does not only focus its teaching on the textbook knowledge, but also demonstrating the culture to the students. My teacher is very enthusiastic and encouraging. I have only just started my course but feel very confident of making great progress at GLAC in the near future.
I would strongly recommend GLAC to everyone who wants to learn Japanese."

SONIA Pharmacist - PORT STEPHENS

"My 11 year old son and I have been taking Japanese language lessons with Stephen Grant via live remote computer feeds. We have found these lessons, fun and easy to follow and participate in. Stephen is wonderful at keeping both my son and I engaged despite our age difference. We both find the lessons fascinating and interesting and are pleased with our progress. I can highly recommend learning Japanese language and culture from Stephen. He gives us real life distinctions between what could be learned from a text book and what is used in daily Japanese conversation. We love the fact that we can do this in the comfort and convenience of our own home."

INDISHE Karate Instructor

"Stephen is a methodological teacher with a great sense of humour. He has long-term experience in teaching languages in schools. Studying Japanese with him is fun. As a martial art teacher, learning Japanese from a fellow martial art teacher was really helpful to me."

SONIA Lawyer

"We were incredibly fortunate to have Stephen tutor my daughter Ella in Japanese for the last twelve months. Ella is studying the Japanese Continuers course via distance education for the HSC and is the only student in her year at school to do so. Stephen has been both an incredible teacher and mentor and has made an enormous impact on Ella in terms of both her performance in the course and her self confidence. The enthusiasm, knowledge and passion Stephen is brimming with makes every lesson fun and has opened up a whole new world for Ella. Her marks have improved dramatically and thanks to Stephen's intuitive and positive teaching style, Ella has won several achievement awards in the last year alone. Thank you so much to Stephen and Global Language and Culture."