Junzo Oshimo - University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Professor: Junzo Oshimo

Department: Languages

College: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE0002
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I've had Oshimo-sensei for both ACT and FACT class. For ACT, he's great because he's more relaxed and helps struggling students. For FACT, he was admittedly a bit of a dry lecturer, but he always answered questions pretty well. You can get as much or as little as you want out of his FACT lecture.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0002
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I only had Oshimo sensei for FACT class and his lectures on multiple occasions put me to sleep. Many people skipped his lectures since they weren't very useful and were uninteresting. He's a nice guy though and will help answer any questions you have. He's probably a better ACT teacher than a FACT lecturer.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I had Oshimo-sensei for ACT class and he was the most relaxed teacher. He's gives good feedback and helps out students when they're struggling. He's also adorable :)

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I've only ever had him for FACT class so far, and i hardly ever went, but when I would go he would do a solid job explaining things. You ask him a question, he gives you a satisfactory answer. 8/10

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0002
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

While his lectures are very organized and well-taught, I personally didn't find much need to attend them. He puts all of the notes online before lecture, so you can easily see what material is being covered in class. Very good professor though, and helpful if you have questions.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0002
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I would say his lecture is kind of boring. His tone doesn't vary so not attracting. And because he is Japanese, he is too "polite" when teaching, making the lecture tedious. Only a few words in a whole sentence contains important message. Can't learn a lot from a single lecture.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE1020
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is an amazing FACT teacher and gives really good feedback on writing assignments for third year students who are willing to put in the work and do the practice. If you study (memorize CCs, SPs, etc.) and ask questions when you don't understand, it is very easy to do very well. He's really nice and approachable.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0002
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

While he speaks very quickly (at a natural, native speaker's speed), he also speaks clearly. I think this is very useful for learning to understand spoken Japanese, but other people struggle with this. He is fairly strict, but not as intimidating as Takabatake sensei. Just make sure you've prepared before class (like you should for all the sensei).

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0003
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

yh uh i hv him as my ACT teacher. hes really nice nd clear, but somehow i never managed to get more than 3 from him...

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0003
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Oshimo-sensei is the man. He speaks fast, but somehow he makes it so you understand everything he says. You can tell he loves his job, and is available for any questions. Highly recommend for ACT class!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Clear, conscise, easy to understand. If you memorize the CC's, no problem. Follow the rules, be prepared, you will do well.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

At first he intimidated me the most, but now he's one of my favorite ACT teachers. :) He doesn't yell when you say something wrong, which is helpful.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 13
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Having Oshimo for first year ACT classes was rather intimidating. After understanding his technique, however, Oshimo becomes less of a threat and more of a treat. He speaks clearly, and has a tendancy to give away answers if you start to stall. Classes

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Oshimo is funny and very understanding. I had a lot of personal problems when I was taking this class and he was very understanding, makes learning fun. He sounds like a gameshow host when speaking Japanese, and he'll even make sushi for you. Facilitates good learning environment, very entertaining!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE0002
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

A bit strict, but if you study, you should be alright. And it's totally worth seeing him trying to hold his stance and laugh.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: JPNS0001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

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Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

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Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: JAPANESE
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I LOVE OSHIMO! He is the best sensei ever! <3 <3 <3 <3

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I love him and his wonderful belt. The sweetest Japanese man in existence.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: JPNSE0002
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

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