2021 Volume 19 Pages 154-174
Japanese language school managers play an important role in the operation of Japanese language schools. It is expected that their observations and events will have an effect on the educational field. Despite this, their position and contribution in Japanese language schools and Japanese language education has not been mentioned in Japanese language education research until now. Therefore, this study analyses the life story of the manager and their outlook on Japanese language schools and their influence. Specifically we look at the story of Ms. B, the owner of a Japanese language school, the formation the school, its transformation through dialogue with surrounding teachers, and decisions needed to succeed in the business; further, Ms. B described self-identification regarding her role. Then, based on those descriptions, we interpret how B’s outlook affected a series of management behaviors.
