Speak Japan (Basic) + Middle School Grammar(中学英文法）
＜レッスンの特徴・効果＞
● 外国人から日本についてよく聞かれる質問に容易に回答できるようになります。
● レッスンの後半は中学英文法（Basic Grammar)を効率よく学べます。
● 豊富な音読トレーニングと瞬間英作文で英会話スキルが爆上げ。
● TOEIC, 英検3～2級などスピーキングテストのスコアアップ。
★All instructors will handle this.
▮ Course Name: Speak Japan (Basic) + Middle School Grammar
▮ Level: Beginner to Intermediate CEFR A1～B1, EIKEN Grade 3～2, TOEIC 200～650
▮ Number of Lessons: 70 lessons (please attend as many as you need)
☑ You will be able to easily answer common questions about Japan asked by foreigners.
☑ In the latter part of the course, you can efficiently learn middle school English grammar (Basic Grammar).
☑ Your conversational English skills will significantly improve through abundant reading aloud training and instant English composition exercises.
☑ Improve your speaking test scores in exams like TOEIC and EIKEN G-3 to 2.
▮ Lesson Activities
1. Respond with your own thoughts to questions about Japan (Topic Question).
2. Use key vocabulary and expressions from sample answers to create instant English compositions.
3. Answer questions about the sample answers.
4. Learn middle school English grammar by theme.
5. Use the learned middle school English grammar and sample answers to create instant English compositions.
▮ 教材 ： Lesson Contents
★ 全ての講師が担当します。
▮ レッスンコース名： Speak Japan (Basic) + Middle School Grammar(中学英文法)
▮ レベル ： 初級～中級者 CEFR A1～B1 , 英検3級～2級, TOEIC 200 ～650
▮ レッスン数 ： 70 レッスン （必要な分だけ受講してください）
▮ レッスンの特徴・効果
☑ 外国人から日本についてよく聞かれる質問に容易に回答できるようになります。
☑ レッスンの後半は中学英文法（Basic Grammar)を効率よく学べます。
☑ 豊富な音読トレーニングと瞬間英作文で英会話スキルが爆上げ。 ☑ TOEIC, 英検3～2級などスピーキングテストのスコアアップ。
▮ レッスン アクティビティ
▮ 教材 ： Lesson Contents
Lesson 64 Monjayaki
Topic Question: Please tell me about Monjayaki.
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about what monjayaki is, including its ingredients, how it is prepared, and where it is commonly eaten.
▮ Sample Answer
“Monjayaki is a popular Japanese dish similar to okonomiyaki but with a runnier consistency. It is made with finely chopped ingredients mixed into a liquid batter and cooked on a hot griddle. Ingredients often include seafood, vegetables, and meat. It’s a specialty of the Tokyo area, particularly in the Tsukishima district, where you can find many restaurants serving this savory pancake. Diners usually cook the monjayaki themselves at the table, using tiny spatulas to eat it directly from the griddle.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
next to, between, under, etc.
Next to / between / in front of/ in back of
Alice is next to Bob. or Alice is beside Bob.
Bob is between Alice and Carla.
Don is in front of Bob.
Eric is in back of Bob.
also
Alice is on the left.
Carla is on the right.
Bob is in the middle (of the group).
Across from I in front of
Anne is sitting in front of Bruce.
Anne is sitting across from Chris.
Chris is sitting across from Anne
By (= next to)
Who is that man standing by the window?
Our house is by the ocean. (= next to the ocean)
If you feel cold, why don’t you sit by the fire?
Under
The cat is under the table.
The girl is standing under a tree.
I’m wearing a jacket under my coat.
Above and below
The pictures are
above the shelves.
The shelves are
below the pictures.
3 Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar Practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
ー Contents －
Lesson 1 Anime アニメ－ 5 Sentence Patterns 5文型 (1)
Lesson 2 Japanese Cinema 映画－5 Sentence Patterns 5文型 (2)
Lesson 3 Kabuki or Noh 歌舞伎 能－5 Sentence Patterns 5文型 (3)
Lesson 4 J-Pop artist or band Jポップ－present continuous 現在進行形
Lesson 5 Video Games ビデオゲーム－present continuous questions 進行形 疑問文
Lesson 6 Japanese Festivals 日本の祭り－ simple present 現在形
Lesson 7 Fashion trends ファッション流行－present negative 現在否定形
Lesson 8 Book or author 小説家－ present continuous 現在進行形
Lesson 9 Television Shows テレビ番組－ I have.. . and I’ve got…
Lesson 10 Famous Landmarks 観光地－ was/were 過去形
Lesson 11 Historical Sites 史跡－ simple past 過去形
Lesson 12 Natural Scenery 自然風景－ I didn’t… Did you… ?
Lesson 13 Japanese Gardens 日本庭園－ past continuous 過去進行形
Lesson 14 Capital of Japan －past continuous 過去進行形
Lesson 15 Shop for traditional Japanese items 伝統工芸品店－I used to…
Lesson 16 Japanese Cuisine 日本食－ Have you ever… ?
Lesson 17 Public Transportation 交通機関－ How long have you… ?
Lesson 18 Sumo Wrestling 相撲－ for since ago
Lesson 19 Baseball 野球－I have done and I did 完了形 1
Lesson 20 Martial Arts (Judo, Karate, Kendo)－just, already, and yet 完了形 2
Lesson 21 Soccer サッカー－present perfect and simple past 完了形 3
Lesson 22 Olympics オリンピック－is done / was done 受動態 1
Lesson 23 Traditional Sports 伝統スポーツ－ is being done / has been done 受動態 2
Lesson 24 Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Viewing 桜－be/have/do in present and past
Lesson 25 Summer Festivals (Matsuri) 祭り－ Regular and irregular verbs 動詞
Lesson 26 Autumn leaves (Koyo) 紅葉－ What are you doing tomorrow?
Lesson 27 Snow Festivals (Yuki Matsuri) 雪祭り－ I’m going to…現在進行形
Lesson 28 Golden Week ゴールデンウイーク－ will 1 未来形
Lesson 29 Fireworks (Hanabi) 花火－ will 2 未来形
Lesson 30 Hot Springs (Onsen) 温泉－ might
Lesson 31 Seasonal Foods 旬の食材－ can and could
Lesson 32 Samurai Warriors 侍－ must
Lesson 33 Innovators and Inventors 発明家－ should
Lesson 34 Artists and Writers アーティストと作家－ I have to…
Lesson 35 Female Historical Figures 歴史上の女性－ Would you like… ? / I’d like…
Lesson 36 Heroes and Heroines ヒーロー－ I’d rather…
Lesson 37 Sushi and sashimi 寿司刺身－ Do this! Don’t do that! Let’s do this!
Lesson 38 Japanese Breakfast 朝食－ There’s
Lesson 39 Bento Boxes 弁当箱－ have been, there will be
Lesson 40 Ramen ラーメン－ It…
Lesson 41 Street Food 屋台－ I am, I don’t, etc.
Lesson 42 Japanese Sweets and Snacks 和菓子－You have? Have you?
Lesson 43 Traditional Weddings 結婚式－too/either so am I / neither do I
Lesson 44 Funeral Rites お葬式－isn’t, haven’t, don’t, etc.
Lesson 45 Coming of Age Day (Seijin Shiki)成人式－ is it…? have you…?
Lesson 46 Children’s Day (Kodomo no Hi)こどもの日－Who saw you? Who did you see?
Lesson 47 Kimono and Traditional Dress 着物－ Who is she talking to?
Lesson 48 New Year Celebrations (Shogatsu)新年－ What… ? Which…? How… ?
Lesson 49 Obon Festival お盆－ How long does it take…?
Lesson 50 End of Year Parties (Bonenkai) 忘年会－ Do you know where… ?
Lesson 51 Automotive Industry 自動車会社－ She said that… He told me that…
Lesson 52 Technology and Electronics テクノロジー－work/working go/going do/doing
Lesson 53 Video Game Companiesビデオゲーム会社－ to . . (I want to do) and -ing
Lesson 54 Fashion and Retail ファッションと小売－I want you to… / I told you to…
Lesson 55 Food and Beverage 食品飲料－ I went to the store to…
Lesson 56 Traditional Crafts and Goods 伝統工芸品－ have
Lesson 57 High-tech toilets ウオシュレット－article 冠詞(2)
Lesson 58 Pocket tissues ポケットティッシュ－ article 冠詞(1)
Lesson 59 Pedestrians 歩行者－ some and any
Lesson 60 Lost wallets return 財布が見つかる－ (a) little (a) few
Lesson 61 Noise when eating noodles 麺を食べる音－ comparative 比較級
Lesson 62 ”Itadakimasu”いただきます－ not as… as
Lesson 63 Dogeza 土下座－ superlative 最上級
Lesson 64 Monjayakiもんじゃ焼き－ next to, between, under, etc.
Lesson 65 Seppuku 切腹－ subjunctive 仮定法
Lesson 66 Election 選挙－ If I had… If we went…, etc.
Lesson 67 Live longer 長生き－ relative clauses 関係節
Lesson 68 People’s blood type 血液型－ from … to until since for
Lesson 69 Take off shoes 靴を脱ぐ－ relative pronoun 関係代名詞
Lesson 70 Earthquake 地震－ still , yet, already 副詞
Lesson 70 Earthquake
Topic Question: Japan has earthquakes, right?
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about Japan’s geographical location and how it affects the country’s experience with natural disasters, especially earthquakes.
▮ Sample Answer
“Yes, Japan experiences earthquakes frequently due to its position along the Pacific Ring of Fire. This geographic area is known for its high levels of seismic activity, leading to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Japan has developed advanced technology and strict building codes to mitigate the impact of these natural events.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
still yet already
Still
still = something is the same as before:
● I had a lot to eat, but I’m still hungry. (= I was hungry before, and I’m hungry now)
● “ Did you sell your car?” “ No, I still have it.”
● “ Do you still live in Los Angeles;” “No, I live in San Francisco now.”
Yet
yet = until now
We use yet in negative sentences (He hasn’t come yet.) and in questions (Has he come yet?).
Yet is usually at the end of a sentence:
● A: Where’s Emma?
B: She isn’t here yet. (= she will be here, but until now she hasn’t come)
● A: What are you doing tonight?
B: I don’t know yet. (= I will know later, but I don’t know now)
● A: Are you ready co go yet?
B: Not yet. In a minute. (= I will be ready, but I’m not ready now)
● A: Have you decided what to do yet?
B: No, I’m still thinking about it.
Compare yet and still:
● She hasn’t left yet. = She’s still here. (not she is yet here)
● I haven’t finished my homework yet.= I’m still doing it.
Already = earlier than expected:
● “ What time is Joe coming?” “He’s already here.” (= earlier than we expected)
● “ I’m going to tell you what happened.” “That’s not necessary. I already know.”
3 Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar Practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
Lesson 69 Take off shoes
Topic Question: Why do people take off their shoes inside the house in Japan?
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about the reasons behind this Japanese custom. Consider its implications for cleanliness, tradition, and respect for the home.
▮ Sample Answer
“In Japan, people take off their shoes before entering a house as a sign of respect and to maintain cleanliness. This custom is deeply rooted in the tradition of preserving the purity of the indoor living space, preventing dirt and germs from outside from contaminating the home.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
a person who… a thing that/which…
Who is for people (not things):
A thief is a person who steals things.
Do you know anybody who can play the piano?
The people who work in the office are very friendly
That is for things or people.
An airplane is a machine that flies.
Emma lives in a house that is 100 years old.
The people that work in the office are very friendly.
You can use that for people, but who is more common
Which is for things (not/ people):
An airplane is a machine which flies. (not a machine who…?)
Emma lives in a house which is 100 years old.
Do not use which for people
●Do you remember the woman who played the piano at the parry’
(not the woman which . ..)
3 Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar Practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
Lesson 68 People’s blood type
Topic Question: Why do Japanese people like to ask people’s blood type?
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about the reasons behind this unique Japanese cultural practice. Consider how it relates to personality traits and compatibility in relationships and social interactions.
▮ Sample Answer
“In Japan, asking someone’s blood type is common because many believe it can predict personality traits and assess compatibility with others. This belief is similar to horoscopes in Western cultures. For example, Type A is thought to be diligent and kind, whereas Type O is seen as outgoing and sociable.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
from … to until since for
From… to…
● We lived in Japan from 1996 to 2005.
● I work from Monday to Friday.
You can also say from… until… :
● We lived in japan from 1996 until 2005.
Until…
● They’re leaving town tomorrow.
They’ll be away until Friday.
● I went to bed early, but I wasn’t tired.
I read a book until 3:00 a .m.
● Wait here until I come back.
You can also say till (= until):
● Wait here till I come back.
Compare:
● ‘How long will you be away)” “Until Monday.”
● “When are you coming back?” “On Monday.”
Since + a time in the past (to now)
We use since after the present perfect (have been/ have done, etc.):
● Joe is in the hospital. He has been in the hospital since Monday.
(= from Monday to now)
● Sue and Dave have been married since 2002.
(= from 2002 to now)
● It has been raining since I arrived.
Compare:
● We lived in Japan from 1996 to 2005
We lived in Japan until 2005.
● Now we live in Denver. We came to Denver in 2005.
We have lived in Denver since 2005. (= from 2005 until now)
We use for (not/ since) + a period of time (three days / 10 years, ere.):
● Joe has been in the hospital for three days. (not since three days)
For + a period of time
● Gary stayed with us for three days.
● I’m going away for a few weeks.
● They’ve been married for 10 years.
3 Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
Lesson 67 Live longer
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Consider the various factors that contribute to the longevity of Japanese people, such as diet, healthcare system, lifestyle, and social cohesion.
▮ Sample Answer
“Japanese people live longer due to a combination of factors including a healthy diet rich in fish and vegetables, a robust healthcare system, regular physical activity, and strong community ties that contribute to lower stress levels.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
the people we met
the hotel you stayed at (relative clauses)
You can say:
● The bag that he is carrying … or The bag he is carrying… (with or without that)
● …the money that Kate won? or … the money Kate won?
You do not need that/who/which when it is the object:
● Did you find the books you wanted'(or . .. the books that you wanted?)
● The people we met were very friendly. (or The people who we met. ..)
● Everything I said was true. (or Everything that I said …)
We say
● The movie we saw was very good. (110/ The movie we saw it was . . .)
Sometimes there is a preposition (to/in/at, etc.) after the verb:
We say:
. .. the books I told you about. (not the books I told you about them)
You can say (a place) where
● The hotel where we stayed was near the station. (= The hotel we stayed at…)
You must use who/that/which when it is the subject
● l met a woman who can speak six languages. (who is the subject)
● Jack was wearing a hat that was too big for him. (that is the subject)
Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar Practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
Lesson 66 Election
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about the factors that might influence the lack of interest among Japanese young people in elections, such as social, economic, and educational aspects.
▮ Sample Answer
“Japanese young people might not be interested in elections due to a feeling of disconnection from the political process, a perception that their vote does not make a difference, and the lack of political education that connects their daily lives to policy making.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
If I had… If we went…, etc.
You can say:
● If he had the money, he would buy a car.
or He would buy a car if he had the money.
I’d/ she’d / they’d, etc. = I would / she would/ they would, etc.:
● I don’t know the answer. If I knew the answer, I’d tell you.
● It’s raining, so we’re not going out. We’d get wet if we went out.
● Jane lives in a city. She likes cities. She wouldn’t be happy if she lived in the country.
● If you didn’t have a job, what would you do? (but you have a job)
● I’m sorry I can’t help you. I’d help you if I could. (but I can’t)
● If we had a car, we could travel more. (but we don’t have a car, so we can’t travel much)
If (I) was/ were… I wouldn’t go out if I were you.
You can say if I/he/she/it was or if I/he/she/it were:
● It’s not a very nice place. I wouldn’t go there if I were you. (or… if I was you)
● It would be nice if the weather was better.(or… if the weather were better)
● What would Tom do if he were here? (or… if he was here)
Compare:
if I have / if it is, etc.
● I wane to go and see Helen.
If I have time, I w ill go today.
(= maybe I’ll have time, so maybe ‘ll go)
● I like that jacket.
I’ ll buy it if it isn’t too expensive.
(= maybe it will not be too expensive)
● I’ll help you if I can. ( = maybe I can help)
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if I had / if it was, etc.
● I want to go and see Helen .
If I had time, I would go today.
(= I don’t have time today, so I will not go)
● I like that jacket, but it’s very expensive.
I’d buy it if it wasn’t so expensive.
(= it is expensive, so I’m not going to buy it )
● I’d help you if I could, but I can’t.
Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar Practice:
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
