Japanese 1 vs Korean 1

<p>Hi. I want to take Japanese 1 with TAKAKURA, A.H. or Korean 1 with IM, J.E. in Fall 2011. I have no background in both Japanese and Korean. Has anyone taken these classes? How difficult is it for someone who knows nothing about the language to get a solid A? Any information about these classes and the professors is appreciated. =]</p>