The Japanese program follows a 50:50 dual language immersion model in elementary school. Students receive instruction in Japanese for 50% of the day and English for 50% of the day. The Japanese language is taught both for language acquisition and content instruction.

Careful consideration is given to the selection and planning of the content areas and themes that are taught in Japanese. Dual language immersion classes are taught by fully-credentialed, bilingual teachers who have additional preparation and expertise in teaching Japanese.

Elementary schools offering Japanese: Dunsmore ES, Verdugo Woodlands ES

Students who wish to continue in the Japanese dual language immersion program for middle school take a Japanese language arts class as an elective.

Middle schools offering Japanese: Wilson MS

Students who wish to continue their Japanese studies into high school may take Japanese language as an elective. Courses are available through AP Japanese Language. Students are also eligible to take the AP Japanese exam and earn the Seal of Biliteracy in Japanese.

High schools offering Japanese: Glendale HS