Check out all the ways to say “No problem!” in Japanese. Next time someone apologizes, you can say something besides the usual “Daijoubu desu”.

Japan is a country where the changing seasons are celebrated, from the blooming cherry blossoms in spring to the fiery bursts of autumn leaves. Being able to talk about the weather and describe seasonal conditions is a useful skill for anyone learning Japanese, and it makes everyday conversation much more natural. So, how do you […]

The values behind Respect-for-the-Aged Day are important reminders for all of us. But why?

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Learn fall-related Japanese vocabulary to prepare you for Japan’s coziest season!

Japanese honorifics are suffixes or prefixes used to show respect or familiarity when addressing other people. How do you use them?

Welcome to Coto Radio, a Japanese learning podcast by Coto Japanese Academy, Japan’s No. 1 Japanese language school. Each episode, our host combines captivating storytelling with engaging conversations, all delivered in clear, natural Japanese. Today, Nagai-sensei and Hidari-sensei from Coto Academy take on a puzzling question: why is voter turnout in Japan so low? In […]

Learning Japanese can feel overwhelming at first, but mastering basic greetings and essential vocabulary is a great way to ease into your studies. Whether you’re planning a trip to Japan, interacting with Japanese speakers, or just curious about the language, these words and phrases will help you build a solid foundation. But what are the […]