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October 23, 2023

Not Just Pumpkin Spice: Autumn Foods in Japan

Ahh, autumn. The leaves are changing into brilliant reds and yellows, the air is starting to get crisp with cold, and the fluffy scarves and coats of yesteryear are emerging. It’s times like these that we start to crave those warm and familiar autumn foods – maybe pumpkin pie, apple cider, or s’mores come to […]

October 11, 2023

Mastering Japanese Conjugation: An Engaging and Comprehensive Guide

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Learning Japanese conjugation doesn’t have to be a dry and daunting task. In fact, it can be an exciting journey filled with twists and turns, much like a thrilling adventure. So, fasten your seatbelts as we embark on a quest to unravel the mysteries of Japanese conjugation, sprinkling a dash of fun and excitement into […]

October 4, 2023

Stay Worry-Free with Coto’s JLPT Course in Yokohama!

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Are you planning to take the JLPT in 2024 and want to KICK START your prep? Firstly, congratulations on making a huge decision to improve your Japanese! Let Coto Academy help you reach your language goals with a limited special JLPT course package! In our Yokohama school, you can start your prep with us, with […]

September 4, 2023

Mastering Business Negotiations: Essential Japanese Negotiation Phrases for Successful Deals

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Effective communication is at the heart of successful negotiations. This especially holds true when conducting Japanese negotiation, where both cultural and linguistic nuances play a vital role in building relationships and reaching mutually beneficial agreements. Whether you are a professional or someone that is just starting your career,mastering the right phrases in Japanese negotiation can […]

August 25, 2023

Step-up Your Japanese Conversation Practice with Coto Academy!

Some of you might have been learning Japanese from textbooks for hours yet still have low self-esteem when actually speaking it. Let’s be real here: it is sometimes hard to have Japanese conversation practice when you don’t have anyone to speak to that is fluent enough or, not to mention, a native. But fret not! […]

August 23, 2023

Elevate Your IT Career in Japan with Coto Work

Introduction In an era where technology is reshaping economies, Japan’s IT industry presents a wealth of opportunities for software engineers around the world. But how do you navigate this competitive landscape as a foreign professional who’s interested in starting their IT career in Japan? Enter Coto Work, the recruitment arm of Coto Academy. With a […]

August 21, 2023

10 Do’s and Don’ts of Gift Giving Etiquette in the Japanese Workplace

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Gift-giving in Japanese Culture is an inseparable part of the long lived culture, as it have deeply rooted in traditions and societal norms. It represents gratitude and respect and serves as a means of nurturing positive relationships. Within the Japanese workplace, the concept of “お土産 (omiyage)” takes center stage, and understanding the nuances of gift-giving […]

August 16, 2023

Shibuya Japanese Course: The class for Total Beginners

New Location, New Courses. It’s not uncommon for students of the Japanese language to spend months with textbooks, only to realize the significant differences between what they’ve learned and real-life Japanese. It would be so much better if there was a short class focusing on practical Japanese Well, there wasn’t, but there is now! Official […]

August 10, 2023

Learning Japanese effectively while having fun

Let’s face it: Learning Japanese isn’t always fun. You have to learn long conjugations, go through repetitive flashcards, and do tedious practice readings. At times, you might find yourself staring at your textbook with no will to study at all! We’ve all been there at one point or another during our Japanese language journey. But, […]

August 7, 2023

New Iidabashi JLPT 3-month Prep Courses

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There’s just a few months left before the next JLPT test, are you prepared?! You only get one chance to ace the JLPT. The test environment itself might have low quality speakers – or a distracting atmosphere with so many students. Preparing to take the test is much different than simply learning what we will […]

July 13, 2023

Learning Japanese with Anime: Does it actually work?

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Unfortunately, nont of us are omniscient like Saiki K. (The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.), which means that we have to study hard to get better at Japanese. Or do we? Some people say learning Japanese with Anime works for them, which seems like a dream come true! This tactic has become one of Japanese […]