Ways to Learn Japanese in High School

I am interested in Japanese culture and want to travel to Japan someday. I also want to learn how to speak, read and write Japanese, but my school doesn't have classes in Japanese.
I do not wish to learn by computer software, night school or private tutor. I would much rather study and learn it by books and reading. What, in your opinion, is the best way to do this? - Fascinated by Japan
Answer: With your enthusiasm about the Japanese culture, it makes good sense to begin learning the language. This is definitely not one of the easier languages to learn. For example, there are four handwriting systems, and the correct pronunciation of Japanese words is difficult for older students to acquire.
Anything is possible, but you are going to need more than books to learn to speak Japanese. It is especially important that you get recordings, so that you begin to acquire knowledge of what the spoken language sounds like. We have spoken to a professor of Japanese who recommends that you start slowly by learning everyday phrases. It would also be very helpful to take part in a high-school exchange program in Japan, so you could hear the language every day. Presently, you can become accustomed to hearing Japanese by viewing animated movies.
After you begin to acquire a basic knowledge of the spoken language, you can start learning how to read and write the language. A professor of Japanese at a local college should be able to make recommendations about good choices of books.
You say that you don't want to go to classes. Nevertheless, it is a much more efficient way to learn the Japanese language. Within your community, you might look for a Buddhist church, as many of them offer Saturday classes in Japanese.