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Japanese Study What Does Baka Mean in Japanese – and Why You (Probably) Shouldn’t Use It
Have you ever heard the word “baka” used in Japanese? Do you know what it means? If you are an avid anime viewer or you are living in Japan –...
Posted by Coto Academy on October 23, 2020
Life in Japan Intermediate Lite Intensive Courses are here!
Our Lite Intensive Course is now available for the Intermediate Level For our full-time working students, it can be hard to take Japanese lessons during the week. Either you take....
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Life in Japan How to Use a Japanese ATM – Kanji and Vocab for Using an ATM in Japanese – FULL GUIDE
Japanese ATMs can be difficult and confusing to operate in Japanese! Although some ATMs have English options available, many do not. So if you have already opened a Japanese bank.....
Posted by Coto Academy on September 9, 2020
Life in Japan Baby names that work in Both Japanese and English
Are you having a baby in Japan? Choosing a name can be hard. You don’t want to have to have a Japanese only name – but most English names don’t...
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Life in Japan Plastic Bags in Japan – マイバッグ | Eco-friendly Grocery Shopping in Japan
In the above video, Akiko-sensei explains to us the recent change in Japan’s policy regarding plastic bags. She also explains how to interact with store clerks in Japanese ab...
Posted by Coto Academy on September 14, 2020
Life in Japan Orchards and Fruit Picking in Tokyo – How to Make a Reservation and Key Vocabulary
Are you planning a family outing in Tokyo? Or maybe even a romantic date! In any case, fruit picking in Tokyo is a fantastic excursion idea! Japan has orchards and...
Posted by Coto Academy on October 7, 2020
Japanese Study What do Itadakimasu (いただきます) and Gochisousamadesu (ごちそうさまです) Mean?
Introduction Itadakimasu (いただきます) Gochisousamadesu (ごちそうさまです) Eating in Japan: Using Itadakimasu and Gochisousamadesu Ever wondered about the meaning of the most important Japanese...
Posted by Coto Academy on July 4, 2016
Life in Japan Marine Day (海の日): How and Why Japan Pay Homage to the Oceans
Japan is the only nation to have a public holiday dedicated to the oceans. So, why is Marine Day important and how can we all celebrate it together?
Posted by Coto Academy on July 17, 2017
Life in Japan What You Need to Know About Japan’s New Job Hunting Visa
The new Designated Activities visa allows foreign students actively seeking employment after graduation to stay in Japan.
Posted by Coto Academy on July 31, 2017
Life in Japan Dealing With Mold In Japan During The Rainy Season
Dealing with mold in Japan is a challenge but use these tools and tips to keep the fungus away from your apartment or home.
Posted by Coto Academy on August 14, 2017
Life in Japan 5 Ways to ‘Get-to-Know’ Mountain Day (山の日) in Tokyo
What is Japan’s newest holiday about, and can we actually celebrate it in Tokyo?
Posted by Coto Academy on August 11, 2017
Life in Japan Autumnal Equinox Day (秋分の日): More Than Just a Change of Seasons
Far from being a new practice, the foundations of Autumnal Equinox Day were actually laid out centuries ago. But, many moons later, are the origins of this holiday still relevant today?
