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JLPT N3 Grammar: 〜切るKiru (How to Say “To Do Completely” in Japanese)

We have new a JLPT N3 grammar blog for you!  Do you know the Japanese word 切る-kiru?  It’s a verb meaning “to cut” – but it also has another meaning as a JLPT N3 grammar point. In the video above, Nami-sensei shows us how to use the JLPT N3 grammar: 〜切る meaning, “to do completely; […]
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I want to pass the JLPT – How can I study with Coto?

In this blog – we will share the different ways that you can study Japanese in order to pass the JLPT with Coto. From online classes to self-study materials, there are many ways that you can prepare for the JLPT Exam. At Coto – we are now offering a wide range of online and offline […]
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Top 5 apps for Kanji Writing

Do you struggle with writing Japanese Kanji?  Can’t seem to grasp how to remember the order of the strokes and positions? Many Japanese learners out there are also feeling the same pain. With smartphones, desktops and tablets, you can study and practice Japanese kanji wherever you go! You don’t necessarily need to have a quiet […]
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Duolingo Japanese Review: When to use, and when to avoid

In this Duolingo Japanese Review, we will be breakdown the pros and cons of using Duolingo as a study application. We will look at five areas of the application and give you our insight into how it can help you learn Japanese, as well as its strengths and weaknesses as a Japanese study app. Our […]
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JLPT N4 Grammar: 〜しよう Shiyou (Volitional form – How to say “Let’s do…” in Japanese)

We have another JLPT grammar blog for you!  This one is a companion to the Youtube video above, in which Yuka-sensei teaches us the JLPT N4 Grammar: しよう Shiyou – volitional form “let’s do!”. This is a Japanese grammar word that is used in daily life as well as on the JLPT – so it is […]
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