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June 9, 2021

JLPT N3 Grammar- ~てもかまわない (How to say “It doesn’t matter if…” in Japanese)

We have another companion blog for you! In this entry, we review Nami-sensei’s video above, where she teaches the JLPT N3 Grammar point: ~てもかまわない (~te mo kama wa nai). Meaning: “It doesn’t matter if…”/”I don’t mind if…” in Japanese You know the drill – first watch the video, then review with this article! And don’t […]

June 9, 2021

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

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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; […]

June 9, 2021

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 […]

June 9, 2021

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 […]

June 9, 2021

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 […]

June 9, 2021

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 […]

April 2, 2021

JLPT N4 Grammar: 〜しよう (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 […]

March 30, 2021

Golden Week Intensive Special Japanese Course – 2021

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Golden Week Intesive – Special 5 Day Japanese Conversation and Business Writing Courses Wondering what to do for this year’s Golden Week? If so, we at Coto Academy have some exciting news for you – Our Special Golden Week Intensive Courses! When? May 3-7, 2021 (5 days) Where? Online or In-person – it’s up to you! Why? […]

March 23, 2021

Online Small Group Japanese Lessons Starting from April

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Have you ever wanted to visit Japan? Watch Japanese dramas and anime without subtitles? Learn more about Japan’s historical cultures? From April 2021, we will be offering online small group Japanese Lessons! Why not use this chance to take a further step with your interest in the Japanese language and communicate better? Why Online Small […]

March 18, 2021

Kanji Worksheet Free PDF Download: JLPT N2 – Unit 5: Stations

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While travelling in Japan, have you ever got lost in the complicated train network? Japan has the most complicated railway systems in the world. Don’t worry, let’s learn some common kanji you will see in the station with our free download Kanji Worksheet. Click here to download: FREE Kanji Writing Practice Sheet – JLPT N2 Unit […]

March 11, 2021

Evening Business Japanese Course

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Improve your career opportunities in Japan with this NEW Evening Business Japanese Course Are you already working in Japan? Do you want to improve your business Japanese communica…

March 9, 2021

JLPT N2 Grammar – あげく (How to say "In the end"/"After all~" in Japanese)

Do you know how to say “after all” or “in the end” in Japanese? In this blog post, we will look at a more advanced Japanese grammar point – JLPT N2 grammar: あげく (ageku), meaning “in the end”. First watch Nami-sensei explain it in the video above, then review with this companion article. And be […]