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We limit our class sizes to a maximum of 8 students, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and support from the instructor.
Coto offers online Japanese classes.
There are several types of Online Japanese Lessons that we offer:
Each of these have different types of instruction and methods - also pricing for them is different.
Our 1-1 Online Japanese lessons have two categories of lesson.
Speaking Sessions are designed to give a speaking practice environment with a native practice partner.
During these sessions - there is no instruction of new concepts from a teacher - but rather just speaking practice in a free conversation environment.
Learning Sessions are designed to teach new concepts in an instructive format. This will allow the student to learn new grammar concepts in a linear format with our custom materials.
If you are interested in exploring availability or have questions about our online lessons - please contact us through email or online at cotoacademy.com
Our online JLPT Prep courses are a bit different.
We offer them for the following levels of the JLPT:
These classes could be described as followed:
These classes take place 1x or 2x per week depending on if you are enrolled in both the "Kanji and Vocabulary" and "Grammar and Reading" Components - based on the level of the exam.
Payment / Enrollment / Duration of the Course
You may want to know - when do our JLPT Courses start? You can enroll any time - the courses themselves repeat and are paid for on a monthly basis.
The entire curriculum for our N3, N2, and N1 courses are 6 months each.
The curriculum is taught in a linear fashion - but there is no set start or end date.
So, if you joined during month 3 - you would study for months 3,4,5,6, and then start with a new class at 1, and 2.
To enroll:
We have a third type of online lesson and that is our writing only business email course.
This course does not have a live instructor - rather it is a correspondence course where your written business email assignments are graded and assessed by our professional instructor.
You can learn more about our business email writing course at our dedicated page.
Our Intensive Japanese Language Courses are 3 hours long.
3 blocks of 50 minute sessions with a 10 minute break in-between.
Intensive course ranges from beginner to advanced Japanese over 16 terms of 4 weeks. Total beginners are most welcome to join our crash course program. More information on our level is available here.
Visit us for a free level check and interview - we will be able to determine your level and give you advice on which level of Intensive course would be most appropriate for your Japanese ability.
You can book a level check by sending us a contact inquiry at https://www.cotoacademy.com/contact
New to Studying at Coto?
Here are some important details we would like to share with you.
Evacuation Procedures
In the case of an emergency, please follow the instructions of our staff to evacuate and do not use the elevators. On the 3rd floor, there are emergency stairs in room 7. If you are on the 4th floor, please use the emergency stairs in room 16.
Classroom Rules for Intensive Courses
In general, we ask that you do not eat during the class. You may eat during the break times of the class and you are free to drink at any time in the classroom. We just ask that you refrain from eating during the lesson.
Online Lesson Scheduling
Please use our online lesson scheduling system to view your lesson schedule and cancel lessons. (Link below)
https://my.ptsc.jp/cotoacademy/
Set the menu language [日本語／English] before logging in.
(We have emailed your password and student id - if you have trouble locating it - please email us at info (at) cotoacademy.com
Cancellations
Please contact us by 6 pm on the previous day of your lesson from the lesson scheduling system above. For intensive course participants, please let us know your cancellation via email.
New Reservations
To make new reservations, please email us at [email protected] (If you would like to make a reservation - do so at least 3 days in advance to the lesson so that we can ensure your space.).
If you are an intensive course student, please contact us directly via email for cancellations.
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Facebook Student Group:
We want to make sure that your time in Japan is as fruitful as possible - we also have a student group on Facebook dedicated to asking questions about Japanese - life in Japan - and anything else related to living in Tokyo.
We would also invite you to check out our blog for weekly updates as well as our social media channels where we regularly post bite-sized learning contents.
Social Media Please follow us on Social Media to keep up-to-date on events at the school as well as school news. We try our best to publish fun bite-sized learning content that you can use in your everyday life - so please give us a follow! :)
At Coto we use an online scheduling system for lessons.
Online Lesson Scheduling
Please use our online lesson scheduling system (link below) to view your lesson schedule and cancel lessons.
https://my.ptsc.jp/cotoacademy
Enter your username and password.
Set the menu language [日本語／English] before logging in.
Cancellations
Please contact us by 6 pm on the previous day of your lesson via the lesson scheduling system on your student my page. For intensive course participants, please let us know your cancellation via email or face to face at the reception. For non-intensive course students - please use the online scheduling system.
New Reservations
You can book part-time classes online within one month from the current date. If you are taking part-time lessons on the same schedule every week, you need to book lessons online on your own after you cancel some lessons. If you would like to book lessons more than one month ahead, please contact our student support staff to make a reservation.
To reserve other types of classes, please email us at [email protected] or visit the reception (If you would like to make a reservation - do so at least 3 days in advance to the lesson so that we can ensure your space.).
If you are an intensive course student please contact us directly either in person or via email for cancellations.
At Coto Academy, we accept the following forms of payment:
We offer intensive conversation course, part-time group lessons, private & dispatch lesson and JLPT training courses. To know more about our available course, please kindly refer to our course page.
At Coto Language Academy, we believe in the power of small classes size. With a maximum of 8 students, our teachers can commit to improve the conversation skills of each student. Approximately 60% of our students come from Europe and North America and the rest from Asia, South America and Latin America. Most of our students are here for professional reasons or to visit family. Some are also here for short time stay.
They are all native Japanese speakers holding professional qualifications and have considerable experience teaching. In order to match the diversity of our students, we employ teachers with a variety of social experiences. All of them understand basic conversational English.
For more information, you can view our Tokyo teachers here and our Yokohama teachers here.
We provide a self-study space equipped with electrical outlets. We also offer lounges you can use during lunch and coffee break. Instant coffee and tea are also available for the student to consume. Wifi is also available for the students.
First, contact us through our inquiry page. If you are already in Japan, you may call us at 03-6261-4515 or go directly to our reception desk. The application is the same for all type of courses.
＊If you have previously studied Japanese, we will arrange a level assessment either by Skype or during an interview in our offices, in order for us to find the class best for your level. We will do our best to make an offer tailored to your needs and ability.
We keep our classes to a maximum of 8 students with a strong focus on active participation and pair work. We don’t offer trial lessons not to disturb our students and to ensure we offer the best learning conditions. Our team will do its best to answer to all your questions and explain our courses atmosphere.
New students pay a one-time registration fee to cover the charge of the administration process and in order for the members to pursue their studies in the best possible environment. The following services are made possible by members’ registration fee.
We understand that plans change and you may need to alter your study schedule.
Coto proccesses refunds based on when you withdraw from the class.
In some cases - we can offer a full refund. In other cases we offer a partial refund.
Please note that changing when you study with us is regarded as a cancellation.
For example - if you were going to start intensive course in June, but then you decided to start in September - this would be counted as a cancellation.
If you are doing this before the required cancellation deadline - there is no penalty and you can shift your start date.
If you are leaving the country - we also offer the option to transfer your existing lesson credits / package to online course credits for our Online Courses
Below we have included our terms and conditions for our refund policies which can also be found in our terms and conditions at the bottom of the intensive application - as well as in full at our support base. (COMING SOON)
Please read the terms below to find out if you qualify for a refund.
These policies are subject to the cooling off guidelines as set forth by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs Agency, Government of Japan. Should you wish to cancel the whole transaction, you need to notify us in writing within 8 calendar days of the date of the remittance. Please contact Coto Japanese Academy for more details.
In case you receive refund due to cancellation, please apply from the specified forms and select the mode from the methods we specify. The refund must be made to the account in the name of the payer. In addition, please note that if you apply for a refund of 100,000 yen or more multiple times, there will be restrictions on your next contract.
1) We recommend also notifying us by email.
2) Coto Academy retains the enrollment fee in the case of cancellation after course commencement.
3) Coto Academy accepts cancellation on a weekly basis only.
4) Changing the course dates, classes (AM/PM) or level is considered a cancellation.
Refund prior to the course start
1) 15 days or more before course commencement: full refund, no charges.
2) Within 14 days prior to course commencement: tuition will be refunded minus a 15,000 yen cancellation fee.
Refund after the course start
Tuition will be refunded minus a cancellation fee based on rules indicated below.
The deadline for cancellations for the following week is 18:00 on Thursday of the week prior.
A) Coto Academy will retain the weekly tuition cost for the number of weeks counted as completed.
B) Coto Academy will refund the weekly tuition cost for the number of weeks left, minus a 20% cancellation charge.
C) In the case B) exceeds 50,000 yen, the maximum cancellation charge will automatically be set at 50,000 yen.
All refunds will be made by the end of the month after approval of cancellation, by bank transfer or PayPal, minus the transfer fee.
Our Intensive Courses will be open if a minimum of 2 students are enrolled. Classes have a maximum of 8 students.
However, if by the time of the scheduled start date, or after the course begins, it occurs that you will be the only student due to other students cancelling, we will provide 2 lessons a day (50 min×2) in your scheduled class time.
Regarding any field trips, we will provide 3 lessons as a replacement in the event of you being the single class participant.
Our Intensive Japanese Language Courses are 3 hours long.
3 blocks of 50 minute sessions with a 10 minute break in-between.
Intensive course ranges from beginner to advanced Japanese over 16 terms of 4 weeks. Total beginners are most welcome to join our crash course program. More information on our level is available here.
Visit us for a free level check and interview - we will be able to determine your level and give you advice on which level of Intensive course would be most appropriate for your Japanese ability.
You can book a level check by sending us a contact inquiry at https://www.cotoacademy.com/contact
Our special JLPT prep course lasts for three months — typically from September to December — and covers all test elements (reading, grammar, kanji and vocabulary) instead of just grammar and reading.
At Coto Academy, we accept the following forms of payment:
On this page, we will compile a list of our favorite Japanese Learning Resources - Check back often!
JLPT stands for Japanese Language Proficiency Test which measures your Japanese language ability according to a set of international standards. Many companies in Japan requires you to have passed at least N2 level of the JLPT. More information about the JLPT can be found here.
The JLPT levels are ranked from N5 (lowest) to N1 (highest). N4 and N5 are the easiest levels, which cover basic Japanese vocabulary, kanji, and grammar.
JLPT N3 is a mid-level proficiency test, and serves as a "bridge" between the lower levels (N4 & N5) and the higher (N2 & N1). It is also a significant jump up from N4 level that will require considerably more study hours.
Finally, JLPT N2 and N1 are business level Japanese that cover highly advanced concepts and fluent understanding of the Japanese Language.
At Coto Language Academy, we provide JLPT training course for N3, N2 and N1 classes, for more information please kindly refer to our course page.
We also have Online Prep Courses for the JLPT N3, JLPT N2, and JLPT N1.
We offer intensive conversation course, part-time group lessons, private & dispatch lesson and JLPT training courses. To know more about our available course, please kindly refer to our course page.
At Coto Language Academy, we believe in the power of small classes size. With a maximum of 8 students, our teachers can commit to improve the conversation skills of each student. Approximately 60% of our students come from Europe and North America and the rest from Asia, South America and Latin America. Most of our students are here for professional reasons or to visit family. Some are also here for short time stay.
They are all native Japanese speakers holding professional qualifications and have considerable experience teaching. In order to match the diversity of our students, we employ teachers with a variety of social experiences. All of them understand basic conversational English.
For more information, you can view our Tokyo teachers here and our Yokohama teachers here.
We provide a self-study space equipped with electrical outlets. We also offer lounges you can use during lunch and coffee break. Instant coffee and tea are also available for the student to consume. Wifi is also available for the students.
When first moving to Japan - one of the most challenging things that new Japanese learners experience is not being able to operate simple home appliances.
Below we have included a list of blog articles that explain the labels of Japanese appliances.
You can click one of the links below and see a useful guide for each Japanese Appliance.
Illustrated Guide to Your Japanese Rice Cooker
Illustrated Guide to Your Japanese Washing Machine
Illustrated Guide to Your Japanese Toilets
Illustrated Guide to Your Japanese Food Labels
Coto Academy organise many monthly cultural events. More information can be found on our facebook page or on the bulletin board in the school. Other than these cultural events, there are also many interesting events and places to visit in Japan.
Refer to TokyoCheapo or Japan Guide for more interesting places to go. Interesting articles and places to go can be found by following us on Twitter and Instagram @cotoacademy where we post about our events and unique things about Japan.
Yes, we do provide partial assistance for your accommodation in Tokyo, convenient to go to our school. If you would like to experience homestay or to stay in a sharehouse, please kindly refer to our accommodation information page. During your inquiry to our school, please precise what kind of lodging you would like to have.
If you you prefer a private accommodation – apartment and studio room, we would recommend the following agencies among others : Sakura-house & Oakhouse.
We understand some students are concerned by the cost of living in Tokyo. Please understand it is difficult to give an accurate estimation since many factors are to be taken into account. First of all, the housing cost greatly depends on your choice of lodging:
The cost of living will depend from one person to another. You can first check the following websites to have a better understanding of average prices in Japan: Numbeo and Expatistan.
Finally, you can get an estimation of your average cost of transportation with the Hyperdia timetable and route search engine. Transportation cost can range from 6,000 to 10,000 JPY a month.
Japan has a very efficient public transportation system. The majority of the people commute using metro and train. At first, Tokyo’s transportation system may be frightening for foreigners. You can use the application Navitime. More information about travelling around Japan is available at Japan Guide.
We understand you may inquire about the possibility of supporting your study with a part-time job in Tokyo or by finding an internship. Please check out Coto Work.
We understand some students would like some assistance for their trip to Japan. Unfortunately, we cannot provide any assistance on this matter. We would recommend you to contact travel agencies in your country to organize your arrival in Tokyo.
Many countries benefit from visa exemption for short stay (15 to 180 days). Please check if your country benefit from the visa exemption on the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs’s website.
As of today, the citizens of the following countries can benefit from an extendable 90-day visa: Austria, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Mexico, Switzerland, UK. Those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.
The working holiday programme in Japan is available for the following countries: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Republic of Korea, France, Germany, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Taiwan, Honk Kong, Norway, Portugal and Poland. Please refer to the official website to check your eligibility to the programme.
Would you be in need of a proof of enrollment for non-visa matters, we can provide the document after the completion of your application to our school.
No, we do not provide medical insurance. However if you are staying in Japan for over 3 months, you can enroll in the National Health Insurance of Japan. You will find more information about insurance in Japan on the following website: Japan Health Information and Shinjuku City, Enrollment in National Health Insurance.
On this page we will share several of our JLPT Learning Materials so that you can better prepare for the JLPT!
Unit 1. JLPT N5 Kanji - Numbers
Unit 2. JLPT N5 Kanji - Time
Unit 3. JLPT N5 Kanji - People and Body
Unit 4. JLPT N5 Kanji - Nature
Unit 5. JLPT N5 Kanji - Direction
Unit 1. JLPT N4 Kanji - Family
Unit 2. JLPT N4 Kanji - Weather, Nature, Animal
Unit 3. JLPT N4 Kanji - Hobbies
Unit 1. JLPT N3 Kanji - On the Street
Unit 2. JLPT N3 Kanji - Transportation
Unit 3. JLPT N3 Kanji - Hospital
Unit 4. JLPT N3 Kanji - Weather
Unit 5. JLPT N3 Kanji - Nature
Unit 1. JLPT N2 Kanji - Household goods
Unit 2. JLPT N2 Kanji - Body parts
Unit 3. JLPT N2 Kanji - Food Labels
Unit 4. JLPT N2 Kanji - Recruitment & Jobs
Unit 5. JLPT N2 Kanji - In Station
On this page, we will add links to the FREE JLPT quizzes that we have available on our website as a free learning resource.
Official N4 Vocabulary Practice ExamThis page is a growing list.
On this page you can find some of our recommended JLPT Study resources. We also have guides available for passing the JLPT N3, the JLPT N2, and the JLPT N1.
JLPT Practice tests are one of the best way to prepare for the JLPT. This is because in addition to preparing you for the actual test content, practice tests prepare you for the test format as well as the time management required to pass.
When taking a JLPT practice test, the best thing you can do for yourself is take it as you would the actual test - time limits, pencils and all.
You can find downloadable practice tests online on websites such as JLPT Sensei.
On websites such as this that provide resources, you should be able to download and print off practice tests for the various sections. Additionally, there should be audio available for the listening parts of the test.
You can find more JLPT listening practice on Youtube. Channels such as JapanesePod101 have hours of JLPT content and listening practice uploaded for your listening pleasure!
You can study for free on mobile apps like Bunpo, Obenkyo, and Japanese - all of which are covered in more detail here.
As for textbooks, we recommend the Shin Kanzen Master series. You can buy bundles for N4−N1. There is no N5 textbook in this series.
They are split into Grammar (文法), Vocabulary (語彙), Kanji (漢字), Reading Comprehension (読解) and Listening Comprehension (聴解).
Each book will take you through everything you need to know in each category for the JLPT exam.
For N5 textbooks, check out the Nihongo Fun & Easy or GENKI textbooks as the material they cover is N5 level.
Coto Academy offers JLPT Prep Courses both in person and online!
We have:
As well as In-person JLPT Lessons at our physical schools!
Send us an inquiry from our contact page for a free level check and consultation!
JLPT stands for Japanese Language Proficiency Test which measures your Japanese language ability according to a set of international standards. Many companies in Japan requires you to have passed at least N2 level of the JLPT. More information about the JLPT can be found here.
The JLPT levels are ranked from N5 (lowest) to N1 (highest). N4 and N5 are the easiest levels, which cover basic Japanese vocabulary, kanji, and grammar.
JLPT N3 is a mid-level proficiency test, and serves as a "bridge" between the lower levels (N4 & N5) and the higher (N2 & N1). It is also a significant jump up from N4 level that will require considerably more study hours.
Finally, JLPT N2 and N1 are business level Japanese that cover highly advanced concepts and fluent understanding of the Japanese Language.
At Coto Language Academy, we provide JLPT training course for N3, N2 and N1 classes, for more information please kindly refer to our course page.
We also have Online Prep Courses for the JLPT N3, JLPT N2, and JLPT N1.
