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

Eating out in Japan can be a little intimidating if you can't read the menu. But fear no more as we have gathered a few key phrases for you to enjoy your meal!

Once you learn a few basic words, ordering at a Japanese restaurant is not very difficult. This article will cover how to ask for recommendations.

When getting ready for a Japanese job interview, be prepared to answer these 4 key questions to improve your chances of getting the job.

Help save the environment by learning this key phrase for how to politely refuse plastic bags at the store.

Looking to order takeout in Japan? In Japan, many chain restaurants offer a takeout option on their menu. When almost everyone’s busy working, ordering takeout can be pretty convenient for the vast majority who’d like to grab a quick meal. Still, ordering takeout in a foreign language can be intimidating, but with a few key […]

Japan is full of many great shopping options. In this article let's learn how to make a purchase at a clothing store in Japan.

So far we’ve learned a few simple phrases on how to ask for an item and how to ask for a price of an item. In this article we’re learn how to ask a question about a product. Once you know the key sentence below, you’ll be able to ask for smaller or bigger size […]

This is an older post – to see our upcoming monthly events – click here Monthly Events at Coto Autumn is just around the corner and our Coto September Events calendar is full of fun activities for you to enjoy. Book our events online or contact us at [email protected]. Thursday, August 31: Lunch Tour Kagurazaka […]

How to ask how much something costs in Japanese will greatly help you with your shopping experience in Japan.

Dealing with mold in Japan is a challenge but use these tools and tips to keep the fungus away from your apartment or home.

The bonodori is a spiritual dance to welcome the spirits. Every region has a local dance and a different music.