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How to Say "I think" in Japanese – Giving Your Opinion

How do you share your opinion in Japanese? What are the do’s and don’ts? In this blog we will teach you a simple way to share your opinion in Japanese. But before we teach you what you can say – we want to share some advice for how to use this vocabulary. Don’ts: In a […]
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Thank you for 20 years of Coto!

On July 1st, Coto Celebrated its 20th anniversary!!! There have been many ups and downs over the years – but the thing that has always stayed the same is the support of our awesome students. We want to sincerely thank you for continuing to study with us – and are excited about sharing the next […]
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Japanese Insults: Insults and Being Rude in Japanese

Japan has a reputation for being an extremely polite and formal country. On the surface the culture seems very hospitable – but what about when it isn’t? Like any other language, there are Japanese insults and ways to be rude in Japanese. This article is primarily concerned with helping Japanese learners avoid being rude or […]
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Online Japanese Business Writing Course is Now Open!

Do You Want To Be Able to Write Professional Emails in Japanese? We know that this is a major frustration for many of our students. They want to be able to respond “naturally” in their Japanese emails – but it’s hard to find a good resource online. That is why we are really happy to […]
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Kanji Worksheet Free PDF Download: JLPT N3 – Unit 4: Weather

In the N4 kanji workbook, we practiced kanji related to the four seasons. In this Kanji worksheet, we are going to learn some words you will see in weather forecasts. Looking to pass the JLPT N3? Enrollment for our Online JLPT N3 Prep Course is open! Feel free to check out our previously uploaded worksheets […]
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Learn Japanese With Animal Crossing – Characters and Vocabulary

Learn Japanese Vocabulary From Animal Crossing: New Horizons Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a great and fun resource for anyone looking to learn Japanese from Video Games. In the video above, Akiko-sensei shows us some key words and characters in Animal Crossing: New Horizons! This article includes a written guide to the video above to […]
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Kanji Worksheet Free PDF Download: JLPT N3 – Unit 3: Hospital

When you feel sick, or if an accident happens to you in Japan, you should go to a clinic or hospital. In this Kanji Worksheet, we will introduce to you some relevant kanji which you can use when you describe symptoms or medical problems. Looking to pass the JLPT N3? Enrollment for our Online JLPT N3 […]
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How to Pass the JLPT N2 – Guide to the JLPT N2 Level Test

Are you trying to pass the JLPT N2 level test? Maybe you want a promotion at work, are trying to pass a job interview – or you might just want to challenge yourself! The JLPT N2 is quite a beast, but if you follow these study tips you can easily pass. In this guide, we […]
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How Can I Say "I see!" in Japanese? How to Use Naruhodo (なるほど) in Japanese Conversation

If you have been in a Japanese conversation before, you may have heard the word “Naruhodo” (なるほど) being used. Although this word is rarely found in textbooks, it comes up often in Japanese conversation. In this blog we will show you what “Naruhodo” means in Japanese and how you can use it in conversation. What […]
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Best Short-term Japanese Language Course Options for Students in Tokyo

Are you looking for a Short-term Japanese Course in Tokyo? At Coto we offer flexible scheduling. In this blog we will share with you more information about our Intensive, and Part-time Japanese courses. If you want to take Japanese language lessons on your schedule – we have a solution that fits. Short-term Intensive Japanese Language […]
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Kanji Worksheet Free Download: JLPT N3 – Unit 2: Transportation

We’ve already learned some kanji related to 乗り物 (norimono: vehicles) in N5 and N4 levels, such as: 車 (kuruma: car), 電車 (densha: train) and 駅 (eki: station.) In this Kanji worksheet, we will show you Japanese Kanji you will see on the train, on traffic signs, and on tickets. Looking to pass the JLPT N3? Enrollment for […]
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Learn Japanese by using Netflix in Japanese – Japanese Netflix Vocabulary List

This year has changed many people’s lifestyles. We’re all spending a lot of time at home binge watching our favorite shows. For Japanese Language learners – Netflix presents a wonderful opportunity to learn Japanese with some of your favorite shows. But did you also know that you can pick up some important vocabulary simply by […]
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