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This is Amelie, chief editor of Kokoro Media speaking. I hope you are doing well in these times of great changes.
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Maybe you, like many, have had to postpone a trip to Japan this year. Maybe you are spending most of your time at home.
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Wherever you are, I hope our articles will entertain you and allow you to learn more about Japanese culture and its people. Also, it would be fantastic if the words from the inspiring individuals we have interviewed can make you feel more optimistic and motivated for the days to come.
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Takahiro Goto has been teaching in a cram school all his life. In this interview, he clarifies some misconceptions about cram schools and the Japanese educational system.
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Takashi Suzuki is a specialist in marine life and fisheries. Helping the Japanese fishing industry since the 2011 disaster, he tells us his personal story of resilience.
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Our Readers' Favorite Column
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Read our review of the Japanese short movie "Kay", which received no less than five awards at the New York Cinematography AWARDS.
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Tips for Learning Japanese
May it be for travel, work, or cultural interest, maybe you are learning Japanese or intending to.
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Here are some tips to keep you motivated and have a fun and efficient learning!
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Are you wondering what is the best way to study Japanese? Flashcards, textbooks, classes... In this article, Anthony shares what has worked for him after a decade of experimentation.
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Use this guide to get you started.
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Here is Anthony's selection of the best Japanese language learning apps in 2020, as well as a list of runners-up that Japanese learners might also want to consider.
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Japanese language learned from a textbook or in the classroom can be quite different from the Japanese language people actually speak!
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Here are some tips that will make your Japanese sound more natural, especially in casual conversations.
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