Japan’s literary landscape is as diverse and captivating as its culture. From the timeless classics of ancient Japan to the contemporary works of modern authors, Japanese literature offers a variety of genres to satisfy your literary cravings. Whether you’re into thrilling adventures, heart-touching romances, or thought-provoking dramas, Japanese literature has something for everyone. A Quick […]

Learning Japanese conjugation doesn’t have to be a dry and daunting task. In fact, it can be an exciting journey filled with twists and turns, much like a thrilling adventure. So, fasten your seatbelts as we embark on a quest to unravel the mysteries of Japanese conjugation, sprinkling a dash of fun and excitement into […]

Are you planning to take the JLPT in 2024 and want to KICK START your prep? Firstly, congratulations on making a huge decision to improve your Japanese! Let Coto Academy help you reach your language goals with a limited special JLPT course package! In our Yokohama school, you can start your prep with us, with […]

There’s just a few months left before the next JLPT test, are you prepared?!  You only get one chance to ace the JLPT. The test environment itself might have low quality speakers – or a distracting atmosphere with so many students. Preparing to take the test is much different than simply learning what we will […]

The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is a crucial stepping stone on your language-learning journey. So should you take it?

Welcome to the world of Kanji, one of the most fascinating yet challenging aspects of the Japanese language. For beginner learners, Kanji can be overwhelming with its complex strokes and countless characters. In fact, to be considered fluent, you need to learn somewhere from 1500 to 2500 kanji characters! Thankfully, Kanji characters can be broken down […]

Japan continues to attract travelers, culture aficionados, and tourists from around the world who are interested not only in the country’s unique culture but also in learning Japanese communication. It is without a doubt that being exposed to such an array of foreign customs can be fun, but often intimidating and confusing, too. For those […]

If you’re learning Japanese right now, there’s a high chance the textbook you have uses Standard Japanese, which is based on the Japanese dialect in Tokyo. By now, we know that Japan is an incredibly diverse place. From Okinawa to Hokkaido, you can find many different traditions, foods, and landscapes, but there are nearly as […]