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Guide to Your Japanese Food Label Vocabulary

Here are 2 infographics that teach you the meaning of the Japanese food label! If you are a health-conscious person, you should definitely learn this! Shopping at the grocery store in Japan can be daunting if you don’t know what is in your food. The below charts will help to decipher the meanings you will […]

An Authentic Samurai and Ninja Experience: Thu. 4/11

Learn how to use real weapons in this unique opportunity! Have you heard of “Laido”? “Laido” (居合道) is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes being aware so that one can quickly draw their sword if a sudden attack were to arise. Iaido uses smooth and controlled movements to strike or cut an opponent. Through the practice […]

Pera Pera Active Learning Night – Saturday . 4/27

What’s PeraPera? “PeraPera” is used to describe someone who speaks a language very well! Coto’s Pera Pera Party is the perfect time for you to have a go at conversation in Japanese. Get the chance to practice your speaking with 20 Japanese native speakers and to chat about many topics in Japanese. During English speaking […]

Historical Tour to Edo Castle ー Saturday, Mar. 16th

What’s this Tour all about? Imperial Palace East Garden Tour: Transport yourself back in time 250 years when Tokyo was known as Edo. Explore the former site of Edo castle with a guide who can share the mindset and history of samurai culture. Brief Background on the Castle 皇居東外苑=江戸城ツアー Imperial Palace East Garden can often […]