Welcome to the Colorado Sakura Academy

We are a Homeschool Co-op aiming to teach Japanese language and culture through practical learning to students in Colorado aged 9-18. Join our Academy and put your skills to the test with a trip to Japan! Our students also have the opportunity to participate in local Japanese events.
Want to learn about Japanese Language and Culture? Enroll Now!

This program is available to eligible homeschool students and is funded through state-approved education programs.

Interested in Enrolling?

ANNOUNCEMENTS!

ONLINE CURRICULUM SCHEDULE CHANGE!

We strive to create an environment where students stay engaged and thrive! With this in mind, we have changed our online curriculum from a 6-hour day on Monday to a 3-hour day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Upcoming Events

  • Open House

    04.22 9:30-11:30

    Meet our staff, discuss curriculum, talk about Japan, and more!
    Learn how to enroll in-house or online!

  • Virtual Open House

    05.06 6:00 pm

    Meet our staff, discuss curriculum, talk about Japan, and more!
    Learn how to enroll in-house or online!

  • Enrollment Ending

    Our enrollment period ends on July 31, 2026. If you are interested in enrolling, click the link below!

About Our Curriculum

By the end of the year, your student will know how to:

  • make simple Japanese conversations

  • Read simple words/characters

  • Read simple manga in Japanese

  • Have a deep understanding of Japanese media

  • Learn J-pop culture

By the end of the year, your student will know how to make:

  • sushi rolls

  • temaki sushi

  • a variety of onigiri

  • Japanese curry

  • udon noodles

  • ramen

  • mochi desserts

  • okonomiyaki

  • donburi

  • dashimaki tamago

  • fruit sandwhiches

  • miso soup

  • kashi pan

  • nikujaga

  • yakisoba

By the end of the year, your student will know how to:

  • make origami

  • make kusudama

  • write in Japanese calligraphy

  • sing Japanese songs

  • make omamori

  • play taiko drums

  • customize their own chopsticks

  • customize their own sensu

  • wear kimono/jinbei

Your student will also have opportunities to participate in local Japanese events!

Let’s Go to Japan!

About Our School

The mission of Colorado Sakura Academy is to provide a world-class Japanese language program for students aged 9 to 18, resulting in language proficiency, cultural understanding, and global connectivity. We encourage a lifelong interest in language acquisition by providing a supportive environment and promoting cultural sensitivity.

Our vision is to create a community of globally-minded students who are proficient in multiple languages and cultures and are equipped to navigate the complexities of our interconnected world. We strive to foster an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, cultural sensitivity, and lifelong learning.

Meet Our Team

Kaz Nagai

Colorado Sakura Academy Founder

Kaori-Sensei

Language and Cultural Education

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Adriana Jerome

Communications Manager

「千日の勤学より一時の名匠」

“Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher”

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Make a Donation

Would you like to help our students go to Japan? They will be given fundraising opportunities throughout the year. Donations from generous community members like you will help our students get that much closer to their dream trip to Japan!

3% Cover the Fee

Contact Us

Are you interested in more information about the Colorado Sakura Academy? Contact us!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a homeschool enrichment program offering classes teaching Japanese language arts, culinary arts, and culture in a hands-on learning environment.
    Learn more about our curriculum here!

  • Getting started is simple. Apply to enroll here!

  • Because we are a homeschool enrichment program, tuition is free!


    The trip to Japan is the parent/guardians’ financial responsibility, but we will offer many fundraising opportunities throughout the year to ease the burden.

  • Please select your student’s grade for the 2026-27 school year.

  • As of April 2026, the plane prices for April 2027 are not available. We will let families know the estimated costs as soon as the details are available to us.

  • Please see our Week 1 curriculum here.
    The weekly curriculum will be posted in a newsletter. Please sign up for the newsletter here!