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All Journal Kiryoku: Jurnal Studi Kejepangan SoCul: International Journal of Research in Social Cultural Issues
Franky Najoan
Universitas Negeri Manado
Arts Humanities Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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A LONG-TERM SURVEY OF JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY OF CLD CHILDREN LIVING IN JAPAN Fukihara, Yutaka; Sukegawa, Yasuhiko; Najoan, Franky R.
SoCul: International Journal of Research in Social Cultural Issues Vol. 4 No. 4 (2024): SoCul: International Journal of Research in Social Cultural Issues
Publisher : Faculty of Language and Arts (Fakultas Bahasa dan Seni) Universitas Negeri Manado

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53682/soculijrccsscli.v4i4.12625

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In Japan, there are several areas where Indonesian migrants live in concentration and in such areas, problems arise about children’s education at schools. A continuous five-year survey on the children of Indonesian migrant workers was conducted to assess their Japanese language proficiency and language skills which are necessary for academic learning, identifying challenges, and implementing improvements. The survey participants were 21 Indonesian children enrolled in the Japanese language class at A Elementary School in an area with a high population of Indonesian migrant workers. These children were born and raised in Japan, and many had lived in Japan for many years having received Japanese language instruction at school. The survey used the Dialogic Language Assessment for Foreign Students (DLA) to measure the children’s abilities. Each year, interviews and tests were conducted to assess their learning progress. Additionally, interviews were conducted with two teachers. There were mainly two findings; (1) Three students who received specialized instruction from elementary school teachers developed reading comprehension and conversational skills comparable to those of native Japanese speakers. (2) Some children showed improvement in their Japanese language proficiency, though they had not yet reached the level of native speakers. Conversely, some children faced serious academic challenges owing to incomplete language proficiency. The survey found out that there was an obvious correlation between reading habits and Japanese proficiency of the children. The study indicated that reading habits apparently contribute to improving language skills.
Refining Japanese Pronunciation through Digital Innovation: Tools and Strategies Based on Phonetic Theory Najoan, Franky Reymond; Piri, Elvie Nitje
KIRYOKU Vol 10, No 1 (2026): Kiryoku: Jurnal Studi Kejepangan (On Progress)
Publisher : Vocational College of Diponegoro University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/kiryoku.v10i1.196-210

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This study aims to identify the level of awareness, usage, and perceptions of digital tools for Japanese pronunciation learning among teachers, students, and alumni in Indonesia, and to analyze the challenges associated with their integration in both classroom and self-directed learning. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews involving 122 participants from diverse educational backgrounds and Japanese learning experiences. The findings show that while 58.2% of respondents are aware of digital tools for Japanese learning, only a small portion are familiar with pronunciation-specific tools. Quizlet, NHK Pronunciation, and OJAD were the most frequently mentioned, yet around 40% reported no awareness of any pronunciation-focused applications. Major obstacles identified include limited access to devices or stable internet (26%), lack of teacher guidance (16%), and usability difficulties (12%). Despite infrequent use, 94% of respondents perceived digital pronunciation tools as helpful, particularly those that provide native speaker voice samples and pitch or intonation visualization. These insights highlight the importance of leveraging phonetic theory—particularly in relation to pitch-accent perception and auditory-visual feedback—to refine pronunciation instruction through technology. Overall, the study underscores the need for improved teacher training, stronger classroom integration, and the development of more accessible and user-friendly pronunciation tools tailored to Indonesian learners’ needs.
Co-Authors Fukihara, Yutaka Piri, Elvie Nitje Sukegawa, Yasuhiko