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Ace Your Next JLPT Exam With Our JLPT Prep Courses

Ready to ace your next JLPT exam? Our JLPT Prep Courses provide full-year JLPT courses and last-minute crash courses: 3-month or 6-month courses for both in-person and online! Check this blog to sign up and learn more about the course information!
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Start Learning Japanese With Coto Online Today, Available 24/7

Want to learn Japanese online anytime and anywhere? Coto Online is here for you. It provides 60+ courses (JLPT, grammar, and conversational practices) for you to choose from. All courses are available for both group and private lessons.
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Top 100 Basic Japanese Words

Learning Japanese can feel overwhelming at first, but mastering basic greetings and essential vocabulary is a great way to start. Whether you’re planning a trip to Japan, interacting with Japanese speakers, or just curious about the language, these words and phrases will help you build a solid foundation. At Coto Japanese Academy, we specialize in […]
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Kyoto Or Tokyo: Which Is Better For Traveling, Living, or Studying Japanese?

Both cities are extremely popular outside of Japan and although they both use the same exact letters, these cities couldn’t be more different. Kyoto was the capital of Japan before that position was moved to Edo or present-day Tokyo. This is why their names are so similar since in Kanji, the 京 (Kyō) in 京都 […]
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National Holidays in Japan 2025: Complete Guide to Traditions and Celebrations

Japan celebrates 16 national holidays annually, each offering a glimpse into the country’s unique culture, history, and traditions. These holidays are a mix of modern celebrations and centuries-old customs, many of which align with seasonal changes or significant events in Japanese history. In this guide, we’ll explore every national holiday in Japan, explaining their origins, […]
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Kids Japanese Courses In Tokyo and Yokohama

Did you know that children between 7 and 15 are the best age to learn a second language? Introducing your child to the Japanese language can be a rewarding experience. It offers cognitive benefits and a deeper appreciation for a rich culture. At Coto Japanese Academy, we provide engaging kids Japanese courses for young Tokyo […]
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MyJLPT: 2025 JLPT Results – How to Check Your Scores and What to Do Next.

Need to check your JLPT results? Don't worry this blog is here to help! Learn how to check your JLPT results with this guide now.
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Japanese Work Culture: How is it Different from The West?

Before you rush to find a job in Japan, you need to get accustomed to the Japanese work culture, which can be different from western countries like America. Find out different ethics and workplace culture in Japan!
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What is Your Name in Japanese? Japanese Name Generator and Katakana Chart

What is your name in Japanese? Use this Japanese name generator to find out how to say your name in Japanese.
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Japanese Swear Words Not To Use

Want to learn some of Japan's no-no words? We'll be going over some of Japan's Swear Words that you probably should not be using. They can range from kind of insulting to you'll get punched if you say this. Read on to learn more!
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Learning Japanese With Anime – Detective Conan 名探偵コナン

Can you learn Japanese with Detective Conan? Let’s investigate how this captivating detective anime can actually help you learn Japanese. This show is a clever work teeming with crime-solving, puzzles, and a plethora of daily situations, which may prove to be an excellent tool for studying Japanese. This article is a continuation of our “Learning […]
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Expressing Who, What, When, Where, Why and How in Japanese!

Click Here to join our 30 day challenge to learn Hiragana How to Ask Fundamental Questions in Japanese: Who, What, Where, and More? More commonly known as the 5W’s and 1 H, these are more or less the essentials to almost every language when it comes to asking questions. In this blog, we’ll cover how […]
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What Does Senpai Mean? – Se (せ) – 先輩 (Senpai)

Learn about the word Senpai and its meaning in Japanese and English in this latest A-I-U-E-O Learning Blog.
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Combat Sports in Japan: Japanese Martial Arts and Beyond

From traditional martial arts rooted in its culture like Judo and Karate to modern sports like kickboxing, Japan is one of the best places to train in combat sports.
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