Communication in Japanese Business Culture
Effective use of communication is the key to success, but cross-cultural communication can either help or hurt your business productivity. When engaging with international companies, specifically Japan where lots of emphasis is placed on work culture, it can be intimidating. Let us share with you some insights for verbal and nonverbal communication inJapanese business culture and how to effectively communicate with Japanese companies. When it comes to business, Japanese people want to do it with someone they know they can trust. Relationships are often built through informal gatherings involving a large amount of eating and drinking Punctuality First and foremost, do not be late. There are no excuses for tardiness […]
How to prepare for an earthquake in Japan
Living in or visiting Japan means you are in an area that is prone to earthquakes and most likely you know the best ways to stay prepared. As a tourist, you may be less aware of how to stay safe in these situations. Let us walk you through some ways to ensure your safety. Before an earthquake Make sure you are always aware of evacuation routes of the places you or your loved ones spend the most time. This could be your home, office building, or even your child’s school. Check with your local community, school or office manager. Making sure you are aware of the best way to escape […]
Make New Memories in Tokyo: Learn Japanese as a Family and Create Unforgettable Experiences at Toranomon!
Hello to everyone living in Japan! Exciting news from Toranomon Language School! We’re thrilled to introduce our new parent-child program, “Walk and Learn”, exclusively on Fridays as part of our fun and engaging summer course lineup. Let me tell you more about it. For Kids: Japanese Summer Course Our program is designed to make learning Japanese fun, focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Our bilingual Japanese teachers can communicate in English when needed, ensuring thorough understanding. Plus, with enjoyable activities integrated into the lessons, your child will be encouraged to speak Japanese confidently. Every Friday, we have a special “Walk and Learn” activity, where kids explore the area […]
JLPT合格(ごうかく)への道(みち)：N5攻略(こうりゃく)ガイド
N5合格(ごうかく)は、夢(ゆめ)への扉(とびら)を開(ひら)く鍵(かぎ)！ みなさんは、どうして日本語(にほんご)を勉強(べんきょう)していますか？ 日本語で仕事(しごと)がしたいですか？ 日本の文化(ぶんか)や歴史(れきし)に興味(きょうみ)があって、日本人と日本語で交流(こうりゅう)したいですか？ 翻訳機能（ほんやくきのう）を使(つか)わないで日本語だけで、自分(じぶん)の言葉(ことば)で会話(かいわ)がしたいですか？ N5に合格(ごうかく)して、みなさんの夢(ゆめ)を叶(かな)えましょう。 さあ、日本語の世界(せかい)へ飛(と)び込(こ)みましょう！ “https://nanisuru-p.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/sky.jpeg” N5合格(ごうかく)してから、できること 友達(ともだち)と日本語でメールをやりとりしたり、SNSで日本語の投稿(とうこう)を読(よ)んだりできます。 日本の友達(ともだち)やご近所(きんじょ)さんと日本語で話(はな)して、同(おな)じトピックを共有(きょうゆう)できたり、仕事(しごと)や学校(がっこう)のことなどを話(はな)したりできます。 日本で旅行(りょこう)に行(い)った時(とき)に、お店(みせ)の人(ひと)や観光客(かんこうきゃく)と日本語で簡単(かんたん)な会話(かいわ)ができます。 上(うえ)のレベルN4合格(ごうかく)を目指(めざ)すことができます。 N5合格(ごうかく)の準備(じゅんび)をしましょう。 Step1 : 目標(もくひょう)とモチベーション 何(なに)か、特定(とくてい)の仕事(しごと)がしたいですか？ 日本へ旅行(りょこう)に行(い)きたいですか？ 趣味(しゅみ)を日本語で楽(たの)しみたいですか？ 目標(もくひょう)を決(き)めて、楽(たの)しんで勉強(べんきょう)しましょう。 Step2 : N5試験(しけん)の内容(ないよう)を確認(かくにん)します N5は、語彙(ごい)、文法(ぶんぽう)、リーディング、リスニングの４つのスキルで評価(ひょうか)します。 語彙(ごい)〈20分〉 リーディング〈40分〉 リスニング〈30分〉 JLPTのウェブサイト Step3 : 日本語の文法(ぶんぽう)の基礎(きそ)をマスター 文法(ぶんぽう)をしっかりと理解(りかい)して、文法(ぶんぽう)の基礎(きそ)をマスターします。 基本的(きほんてき)な文法(ぶんぽう)と文型(ぶんけい) 動詞(どうし)の活用(かつよう) 助詞(じょし)の使(つか)い方(かた) こちらは、JLPTの文法(ぶんぽう)のサイトです。とてもシンプルで、わかりやすいです。 JLPT 文法一覧 │ Langoal 日常的(にちじょうてき)な会話(かいわ)で使(つか)う語彙(ごい)を増(ふ)やすことも大切(たいせつ)です。 挨拶(あいさつ) 数字(すうじ)、曜日(ようび) 方向(ほうこう)、位置(いち) 食(た)べ物(もの)、飲(の)み物(もの) リーディングとリスニング力は、日本語の文章(ぶんしょう)や音声(おんせい)を、毎日(まいにち)読(よ)んだり聞(き)いたりしましょう。 Step4 : スキルを磨(みが)く リスニング : 音楽(おんがく)、ポッドキャスト、テレビ番組(ばんぐみ)などを活用(かつよう)して、日本語の音声(おんせい)をたくさん聞(き)く。 リーディング：JLPTN5のリーディングの練習(れんしゅう)のサイトを探(さが)して、たくさん読(よ)む。 こちらは、とても便利(べんり)な日本語のリスニング・リーディングのサイトです。 JLPT N5 Reading Exercise 日本語の読みもの・読解練習 | 日本語の例文 (j-nihongo.com) https://youtu.be/gab87yuB0mA “https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gab87yuB0mA” Step5 : 語学学校(ごがくがっこう)を活用(かつよう)する 文法(ぶんぽう)の使(つか)い方(かた)がわからない時(とき)、難(むずか)しい時(とき)、プロの日本語の先生(せんせい)に聞(き)くことができます。語学学校(ごがくがっこう)に通(かよ)いながら、自分(じぶん)で家(いえ)でも勉強(べんきょう)しましょう。 Fastest Online JLPT N1 – N5 Course Step6 : 日本の生活(せいかつ)を楽(たの)しむ 言語学習(ごがくがくしゅう)には、アウトプットがとても大切(たいせつ)です。日本文化(にほんぶんか)に触(ふ)れて、楽(たの)しみながら学習(がくしゅう)しましょう。 毎日(まいにち)短(みじか)い日記(にっき)を書(か)く 友達(ともだち)と１０分くらい日本語で話(はな)す カラオケで日本語の歌(うた)を歌(うた)う 簡単(かんたん)なマンガを読(よ)む アニメを日本語で見(み)る Half Day Crash Course […]
Discover the Joy of Learning Japanese with Crash Course
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and language of Japan with our unique Half Day Crash Course, designed specifically for those with an interest in Japan. Whether you’re planning a trip to Japan or simply want to expand your knowledge of this fascinating country, our course provides an engaging and effective way to learn Japanese from experienced native teachers. Our 2.5-hour course is packed with practical and fun activities that will help you gain confidence in using Japanese in everyday situations. You’ll learn essential phrases and vocabulary, while also experiencing the vibrant culture of Tokyo firsthand. The course is divided into two parts: Classroom Learning: In the classroom, […]
🍉 Kids Japanese Summer Course🎐
While you are traveling in Japan or already living in Japan, your children can enjoy the culture and the language just as you do! We are here to enrich your children’s learning opportunities with Toranomon Language School’s Kids Japanese Summer Course! It will start on June 17th, the day the adult group course starts. “Since we are in Japan, I want my child to learn Japanese.” “… We also plan to go on holiday, but it would be a waste if they can’t take lessons for some time.” “There are many Japanese language schools, but I don’t know which one is the best…” Have no fear! We […]
Toranamon Language School – English After School Program
In this issue, we would like to talk about our English afterschool program, which is considered from various perspectives by ASIJ Nishimachi Inter, BST, Montessori, and other staff members who have experience in teaching inter and post-inter entrance exams and study abroad programs. Click here for details of the afterschool program How do your children spend their time after school? 😊 First of all, afterschool is the time after school, which is a precious time for children to spend with clubs, lessons, homework, and playing with their friends. These days, the term “bilingual parenting” is becoming more and more common, and at Toranomon Language we offer clubs that allow […]
[Refer a friend and get up to 20% OFF] Improve your Business English skills this summer!
I want to land a job this summer! I want to improve my business skills during my summer vacation! Toranomon Language specializes in Business English education by experienced, top-notch instructors. Business English schools are inevitably expensive, but we have good news for those of you who want to save money! For a limited time this summer, we are offering a discount campaign for those who refer one friend to our school. 20% discount for referrals made by the end of July 10% discount for referrals made by the end of August Courses for which the discount is applied Business English Skill Up This Business English course covers the basic English […]