Japanese Particles, The Perfect Guide For Beginners

To make a long sentence in Japanese, you need to insert a variety of information between the subject and the predicate. This is made easier by the grammatical function of “particles. Learning Japanese particles can be confusing. But no worries, here is a detailed guide for beginners that clearly explains the rules and scenarios of […]

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Hiragana Chart: Free Material & Practice Sheet Download

If you’re just starting to learn Japanese, you will probably be introduced to hiragana and the hiragana chart on your first day. This Japanese writing system is one of the fundamental building blocks of the language. But what exactly is hiragana, and why is it important? In this blog post, you’ll find a free downloadable […]

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How to Enroll in Coto Academy’s Japanese Courses

It is a dream come true to be living in Japan. However, learning Japanese is a must to make your life smoother here! At Coto, we offer small group in-person or online classes with flexible schedules that allow you to find your community in Japan while learning Japanese at your ideal time. We primarily focus […]

Kick-start your 2024 JLPT Exam Prep With Coto Academy! 

You have one shot to nail the JLPT. And surely you don’t want to miss it, right? Well, there’s surely no easy way out of this situation. Speakers that do not work quite right, or somehow the tiniest voice of anything distract you from the test. But, this is totally why you have to expect […]

Traditional Culture Experiences in Tokyo: Samurai Experience

A Quick Jump To… An Introduction to Iaido While many are familiar with martial arts like Judo, Karate, and Aikido, Iaido remains a lesser-known yet equally fascinating Japanese Budo art. Unlike its counterparts, Iaido is unique in its use of a weapon – the katana, or samurai sword. It’s a solitary practice, where one trains […]