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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

When living in Japan, Kanji can be seen in many places. These various locations include traffic signs, shop signs, restaurant advertisements, etc. Let’s practice using this Kanji Worksheet. In our N3 kanji Workbook unit one, we’ll be presenting to you common kanji you will see on the street. Are you looking to pass the JLPT […]

Are you preparing for the December 2020 JLPT N2? We are offering a 24 week online course to help you pass! Time: Mondays and Wednesdays – 7:10 – 9:00 PM Japan Standard Time (GMT +9) Cost: 22,000 JPY / Month Classes are conducted in a virtual classroom with a digital whiteboard. Join our new 24 […]