日本語教育 (Nihongo Kyōiku)

日本語教育 (Nihongo Kyōiku) refers to the instructional process of teaching the Japanese language, encompassing various levels from beginner to advanced. It aims to develop learners’ language skills—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—while also fostering cultural understanding. This field includes classroom teaching, curriculum development, and research, and serves diverse learners such as native speakers, immigrants, and international students. Effective Japanese language education considers linguistic nuances, cultural context, and individual learner needs, contributing to communication, cultural exchange, and global integration. It plays a vital role in promoting mutual understanding and cross-cultural connections.