Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N1 Exam

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N1 Exam! The thought of taking JLPT is stressful, but what about preparing for them? With so many things to learn, it’s easy for anyone to feel completely disorganized. Want to take your JLPT preparation to the next level? We have in-person and online JLPT courses […]

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Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N4 Exam

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N4 Exam! The thought of taking the JLPT is stressful, but what about preparing for it? With so many things to learn, it’s easy for anyone to feel completely disorganized. In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N4 Exam […]

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What is こんにちは (Konnichiwa) in English? Use, Examples and Grammar

About this week’s Author: Mr. Matsumoto, was a junior high school Japanese teacher for 23 years before joining Coto Language Academy. Therefore, he is a Japanese language pro. He currently teaches Coto’s Intensive Courses (intermediate and advanced), Business Courses and the Part Time N1 grammar and reading classes. He is also involved in developing teaching materials at Coto.

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Monthly Cultural Activity: Halloween 2025 in Japan

Studying Japanese involves more than just textbook exercises—engaging with the language and culture in real-world contexts. This month, immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit on Friday, October 31st, and explore how this festive occasion is celebrated in Japan. It’s a fantastic way to practice Japanese while experiencing a fusion of Western and Japanese Halloween traditions. […]

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10 Ways to Say I in Japanese

There are many ways to say ‘I’ or ‘me’ in Japanese, depending on social status, gender, and situation. Usually, the Japanese learning textbook only shows the usage of Watashi (私). It doesn’t show you how to change the first-person pronoun due to different situations in daily life. This blog will show you 10 common ways […]

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Learning Japanese with Anime –  One Piece

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, […]

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Basic Japanese Grammar – Basic Sentence Patterns

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 […]

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