In our ongoing journey of learning Japanese through anime, we’ve already explored the worlds of Naruto and My Hero Academia. Now, let’s dive into One Piece. One Piece is a great way to improve your Japanese with its exciting world, unique characters, and endless adventures. This guide will help you learn practical phrases, essential kanji, […]
Basic Japanese Grammar – Basic Sentence Patterns Cheat Sheet Sentence Structure In this guide to Basic Japanese Grammar, we will explain in broad terms the most used Japanese sentence patterns, how to alter them to change them from positive statements to negative statements, and how to ask questions while using them. We will continue this […]
In the first episode of our series, we discovered how Naruto can be an engaging and effective tool for learning Japanese. For language learners, anime offers a compelling and enjoyable way to immerse themselves in Japanese. In this series, we’ll explore how popular anime can be used effectively to learn Japanese. Let’s continue our journey […]
Affordable Accommodations in Tokyo are sometimes difficult to find but it doesn’t mean they don’t exist.
The phrases, ittekimasu, itterasshai, tadaima, okaerinasai symbolize so well Japanese spirit that once you grasp the nuance of their meaning you will have a deeper understanding of Japanese culture.
Yoroshiku onegaishimasu (よろしくお願いします) is one of those quintessential Japanese words that is highly ingrained into the culture but very difficult to translate to English.
Do you ever wish you could explore Japan while getting paid? You can do that through different visas! Staying and living in Japan requires a Visa, but not every visa is one size fits all. Each one has different pros and cons. The main differences are the limits on how much you can work, how […]
We are excited to announce that Coto Online is rolling out a new course called the Free-flowing Conversation. This course allows you to interact with classmates, meet new people, and make new friends! So what are you waiting for? Read this blog for more class information and details, and sign up for it! Course Description […]
To honor Emperor Naruhito’s birthday on February 23 in the current Reiwa period, we take a look at the origins of this holiday, the monarchy, and how Tokyo is involved.
When engaging in business in Japan, the exchange of business cards, or “名刺 (meishi),” is a critical element of professional etiquette that carries deep cultural significance. This ceremonial exchange is more than a mere transfer of contact information; it’s a formal gesture of mutual respect and the first step in building a professional relationship. To […]
