What is the difference between “totemo” and “chou” and “meccha” in Japanese?
Learn three different ways to say “very” in Japanese – chou, totemo, meccha
10 Great Websites for Learning Japanese
These days there is an overwhelming amount of resources out there for learning Japanese. There are websites, apps, browser extensions and more. This article will list some of the best websites for learning Japanese.
A Japanese Cultural Tradition – Kouhaku Uta Gassen
One place to find good songs to learn Japanese is the cultural phenomenon of Kouhaku Uta Gassen. It is held every year on December 31st to celebrate New Year’s Eve and features the top songs from Japan from the year.
Toranomon Language School was featured in the Tokyo American Club magazine
TLS is geared towards getting its students to learn quickly and deeply through rich, content-based lessons and actively using language. So while it offers intensive Japanese Language Proficiency Test, Business Japanese Test, International English Language Testing System and Test of English as a Foreign Language shortcut exam courses, which are efficient and effective, the school is well known for motivational communication courses, events and workshops.
Speak with confidence: Toranomon Language School helps students learn naturally – TLS featured in Japan Today
Despite our best efforts, learning languages can be a struggle — particularly if you’re studying on your own, using a textbook or a series of apps. You might be able to pick up some vocabulary or reading ability, but when it comes to speaking confidently or giving a presentation at work, you are likely to find yourself out of your depth.
Tsukimi: Moonviewing Festival
September in Japan is a month of transition, with the weather quickly changing from scorching hot to rather pleasant, with the odd typhoon thrown in.
One traditional Japanese event held in September is Tsukimi, or “moon viewing festival”, celebrated annually to honour the autumn moon.