Japanese Academy
What is Kabuki? Kabuki(歌舞伎 かぶき) is a traditional Japanese dance-drama originated in the 17th century. It is well known for the fancy costumes, make-up and well-designed stages. In ...
Learn how to use real weapons in this unique opportunity! Have you heard of “Laido”? “Laido” (居合道) is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes being aware so ...
What’s PeraPera? “PeraPera” is used to describe someone who speaks a language very well! Coto’s Pera Pera Party is the perfect time for you to have a go at conver...
Learn the Basics of Japanese Rice Wine (Sake)! We will be holding a Japanese Sake Workshop to learn the basics of Japanese rice wine on Saturday, July 27th. The workshop...
Let’s learn Sumi-e(Ink Painting) Together! Take a brush and a piece of washi paper and learn how to draw the typical Japanese ink paintings called Sumi-e! Practice this ancie...
What do you do to beat the summer heat? Come and enjoy our “Beer Garden Party”! It will be a lot of fun, and you can practice your Japanese! Feel...
In Japan, the 花火大会(Hanabi Taikai) or fireworks festival is a symbolic event of summer life in the country. Wildly popular, the festive and romantic atmosphere of Hanabi attracts up...
Monthly Events at Coto Japanese Academy Each month we provide a series of cultural events for you to experience Japanese cooking, calligraphy, and cuisine. We also produce a serie...