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Life in Japan Constitution Memorial Day (憲法記念日): A Day to Dedicated to Peace
On 3rd May 1947 the Constitution of Japan, also known as the “Peace Constitution” was signed, and this date has been a national holiday ever since.
Posted by Coto Academy on May 3, 2018
Life in Japan Showa Day (昭和の日): Remembering History, and Why It’s Important
The intention of Showa Day is to encourage reflection upon the years 1929-1989, otherwise known as the Showa Era – an intense time in Japan.
Posted by Coto Academy on April 29, 2018
Life in Japan Japanese Baseball Vocabulary & Flashcards
Going to a Tokyo Giants Baseball Game? This article will teach you Japanese Baseball Vocabulary!
Posted by Coto Academy on April 19, 2018
Life in Japan Tokyo Dome City & Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
Tokyo Dome City (東京ドームシティ) & Koishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園) are two major tourist destinations located a short 15 minute walk from Coto Japanese Academy – they are a...
Posted by Coto Academy on April 10, 2018
Life in Japan The Love Shrine of Tokyo – Tokyo Daijingu Shrine（東京大神宮）
Did you know that one of Tokyo’s 5 Major Shrines is only a 3 minute walk from Coto ACADEMY? Tokyo Daijingu 東京大神宮 ( とうきょう だいじんぐ ) – located in Iidabashi......
Posted by Coto Academy on March 26, 2018
Life in Japan Vernal Equinox Day (春分の日): The Start of Spring
The transition from winter to spring is always highly anticipated in Japan. So, to welcome this new season, we take a look at the history, meaning and celebrations of Vernal Equinox Day.
Posted by Coto Academy on March 21, 2018
Life in Japan Cafes in Iidabashi and Kagurazaka that are good for Studying
Cafes in Iidabashi and Kagurazaka Are you looking for a pleasant space to sit down and study Japanese in Tokyo? This list and map of cafes in Iidabashi and Kagurazaka...
Posted by Coto Academy on March 14, 2018
Japanese Study Vocabulary for Tokyo Immigration Office, Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau FAQ
If you are a new resident to Japan – visiting the Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau (東京(とうきょう)入国(にゅうこく)管理(かんり)局(きょく)) / (Tokyo Immigration Office) is likely something that y...
Posted by Coto Academy on March 8, 2018
Life in Japan Sorting Garbage out in Japan – Japanese Words related to throwing Garbage away
Garbage In Japan Garbage is not just something you can throw away easily, there is a large level of preparation needed before you can pitch things out in the bin...
Posted by Coto Academy on February 26, 2018
Japanese Study Top 10 Useful Phrases for Japanese Job Interviews to help you sound more Natural
In the following blog – we will be introducing 10 useful phrases that you can use to sound more natural in Japanese Job Interviews. Japanese Job Interviews can be fun,...
Posted by Coto Academy on February 24, 2018
Japanese Study How I Passed the JLPT N2 – Student Testimonial / JLPT Exam Guide
JLPT N2 Exam Guide – Table of Contents: 1. Background 2. Components of the JLPT N2 Exam 3. Kanji 4. Grammar 5. Reading 6. Vocabulary 7. Listening 8. Keigo 9....
Posted by Coto Academy on February 22, 2018
Life in Japan National Foundation Day (建国記念の日): A Patriotic Holiday for Japan
Due to its somewhat controversial origins, National Foundation was abolished following the post-war constitution, but it subsequently bounced back 20 years later. We wonder, does it still hold the same meaning?
