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August 24, 2021

Part-time Evening Japanese Classes at Tokyo and Yokohama

Have you ever wanted to learn Japanese, but cannot seem to find the right time? Rest assured, our in-person part-time lessons offer a variety of lessons in the evening for busy individuals that have to balance between work and studying. We offer a wide array of levels from beginner to advanced courses that help students […]

August 24, 2021

Coto Sounds – Japanese learning Podcast Ep 5 – How to shop for clothes

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Do you struggle with shopping in Japanese, not knowing how to aswer when the shop staffs ask what you are looking for? In this week’s episode, we give an example scenario of a customer looking to find a white T-shirt. We hear two native speakers have a conversation in the roles of the shop staff […]

August 24, 2021

Do you need to pass the JLPT to work in Japan?

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How is the Job Hunting Process in Japan? Over the last few years, the number of international students who want to work in Japan after graduation has steadily increased, and many organizations want to hire students with international experience as well. In order to successfully get a job in Japan, we recommend to first learn […]

August 20, 2021

Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N1 Exam

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N1 Exam! In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N1 Exam (test contents, length, scoring methods, etc.), how to register, how to prepare, what happens on test day, and some resources and lessons we offer at Coto Academy to […]

August 20, 2021

Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N2 Exam

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N2 Exam! In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N2 Exam (test contents, length, scoring methods, etc.), how to register, how to prepare, what happens on test day, and some resources and lessons we offer at Coto Academy to […]

August 20, 2021

Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N3 Exam

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N3 Exam! In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N3 Exam (test contents, length, scoring methods, etc.), how to register, how to prepare, what happens on test day, and some resources and lessons we offer at Coto Academy to […]

August 13, 2021

Coto Sounds – Japanese learning Podcast Ep 4 – Grabbing a cup of Coffee

Grabbing a cup of coffee on the way to your commute is a daily routine many people have. In order to carry out this routine in Japan as well, say for travel, studies or work purposes, you would have to know how to order a cup of coffee in the local language. In this week’s […]

August 6, 2021

Coto Sounds – Japanese learning Podcast Ep 3 – Having lunch with a friend

Listening to a language learning podcast is a great way for you to familiarize with how native Japanese pronounce vocabularies and phrases. It’s also a great way for you to know how to express yourselves in a natural and common way, compared to stiff textbook conversations. In Episode 3 of Coto Sounds, we look at […]

August 4, 2021

Ultimate Guide to Passing the JLPT N4 Exam

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N4 Exam! In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N4 Exam (test contents, length, scoring methods, etc.), how to register, how to prepare, what happens on test day, and some resources and lessons we offer at Coto Academy to […]

August 3, 2021

Coto Sounds – Japanese learning Podcast Ep 2 – How to introduce yourself

Listening to language learning podcasts on a daily basis creates a regular habit for you to squeeze in some study time in your busy lives. Just listening to our 5 minute conversation can help you to also strengthen your Japanese listening skills and comprehension. What’s even more effective for your learning is to listen to […]

August 2, 2021

Coto Sounds – Japanese learning Podcast Ep 1 – How to ask about cooking

Do you struggle to cram in studying time for learning Japanese? Is it always a challenge for you to follow a study schedule to achieve your goals? We have a perfect solution for you! We are happy to announce that we have made a podcast: Coto Sounds! The podcast features 5 minute conversations between native […]

July 29, 2021

How to Pass the JLPT N5 Exam

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Welcome to our guide on passing the JLPT N5 Exam! In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know about the JLPT N5 Exam (test contents, length, scoring methods, etc.), how to register, how to prepare, what happens on test day, and some resources and lessons we offer at Coto Academy to help […]