Fairy Tales × Courtroom Debate! Who Is Really Guilty?
Description
What if characters from famous fairy tales were put on trial—what verdict would they receive?
In this lesson, we use NHK’s “Mukashibanashi Courtroom” to help you think in Japanese and develop the ability to express your opinions clearly.
🗓 Lesson Flow (60 minutes)
① Watch a video (15–20 minutes)
Watch a video based on a courtroom case from a well-known fairy tale and understand the story.
② Comprehension check (10–15 minutes)
・Why did the case go to trial?
・What did the defendant do?
・What are the key issues?
Organize the information and prepare for the discussion.
③ Discussion (25 minutes)
Discuss the theme: “Guilty or not guilty?” in Japanese.
Examples of useful expressions:
・I think that…
・Because…
・On the other hand…
・That may be true, but…
Deepen your ideas by explaining your reasoning.
By asking questions and considering different perspectives, you will develop more practical conversation skills.
This lesson does not focus on “winning” the argument, but on exploring different viewpoints.
Through discussion, you may discover new ideas—and it’s perfectly okay if your opinion changes.
Feel free to express your thoughts openly in a relaxed environment.
🎯 What you can learn in this lesson
・Express your opinions logically in Japanese
・Explain reasons and evidence clearly
・Learn useful expressions for discussion
・Practice natural and persuasive Japanese
🗣 Level
JLPT N2 level or higher
Recommended for learners who can explain their opinions and reasons in Japanese.
🔁 About the series
This lesson series features various episodes from “Mukashibanashi Courtroom.”
You will discuss a wide range of fairy tales, such as The Three Little Pigs, Kachi-Kachi Yama, Snow White, and Urashima Tarō.
Since the theme changes each time, taking multiple lessons will help you develop the ability to think from different perspectives and engage in deeper discussions.
Feel free to join from any topic that interests you!
👩🏫 About the instructor
I studied law at university (graduated from the Faculty of Law at Chuo University).
Drawing on this background, I will support you in learning about courtroom-style discussions in a clear and enjoyable way.
This tutor's cancellation policy
This lesson is “Immediately Confirmed”
If the requested date falls within 30 days, the request will be “confirmed” immediately without having to wait for the tutor to reply.
The policy “before request is confirmed” will not apply to requests that are confirmed immediately.
Before request is confirmed (fixed)
- Cancellation possible at any time without charge.
After request is confirmed (fixed)
- Less than 12hours before lesson start time.→ 100% of price charged.
- Between 12-24hours before lesson start time.→ 50% of price charged.
- No-Show→ 100% of price charged.
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