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Why Do Japanese People Hang Their Laundry in the Balcony? | Coto Radio

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. If you’ve ever wandered through a Japanese neighborhood, you’ve likely noticed something distinctly local: rows of laundry swaying in the breeze […]

why do japanese people hang their laundry in the balcony?

Seasons in Japanese: How to Say Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter

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 […]

4 pictures of all the environmental seasons- spring, fall, winter, and summer.

Japan’s Low Voter Turnout Explained: Why Only 30% Vote | Coto Radio

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 […]