JLRC Officially Launches Its JLPT N1 Course Program on February 22, 2026
— Advancing Our Mission to Deliver World-Class Japanese Education —

2026/01/31

The Japanese Language Research Center (JLRC) is pleased to announce the official launch of our long-anticipated JLPT N1 Course Program, which will begin on February 22, 2026.

This marks a major milestone in JLRC’s continuous effort to expand high-level Japanese language education in the Philippines. Thanks to the hard work, dedication, and collaborative spirit of our academic and development teams, the N1 program has successfully moved from proposal to full implementation—earlier than initially targeted.

Ahead of Schedule — Because Learners Deserve the Best

In our previous announcement, we shared a projected start date of March 2026. However, due to strong internal progress, efficient curriculum development, and the passionate support of our students and instructors, the program was completed sooner than expected.
We are proud to begin classes with our first group of highly determined N2-level graduates and new participants who are committed to reaching the pinnacle of Japanese proficiency.

This achievement reflects not only our growth as an Nihongo institution, but also JLRC’s unwavering belief that education must continually evolve to support the aspirations of its learners.

Why This Launch Matters

N1 is the highest level of the JLPT— the ultimate milestone in Japanese language mastery for Nihongo learners. By officially launching the JLPT N1 course, JLRC continues to fulfill an educational responsibility:

Providing the Philippines with access to an advanced, structured N1 program
Supporting ambitious Nihongo learners in achieving top-tier Japanese proficiency
Offering a clear pathway from beginner levels up to N1 under the same trusted learning system

While the demand for N1 courses may still be emerging from a business standpoint, JLRC remains committed to its core mission:
to open more opportunities and empower learners to transform their lives through Nihongo.

Built on JLRC’s Strength — The STMM Framework

The new N1 course is fully aligned with our Start Today Modular Method (STMM), a proven framework built on:

Structured and student-centered learning with no unnecessary waiting time
—students can confidently progress and join at the start of any module
Quality over quantity
—carefully designed lessons that focus on what truly matters to pass N1
Less Time, Less Cost, Less Effort to achieve high proficiency
—maximum learning results with smart and efficient training

With this launch, JLRC now officially provides a complete learning pathway—from beginner-level foundations to the most advanced Japanese communication and analysis skills.

Looking Ahead

As we begin this new chapter, JLRC remains more motivated than ever to support learners who aim for the highest level of success in their Japanese language journey.

We will continue refining the curriculum and expanding teaching resources to ensure that JLRC’s JLPT N1 program sets a new standard for quality and effectiveness in the Philippines and worldwide.

Stay tuned for further announcements including: