Develop a growth mindset to master a new language
A growth mindset is the belief people have that abilities as well as intelligence can be formed through dedication and hard work. It is staying resilient even in difficult times and continuing to push forward. Want to learn how to cultivate a growth mind for your professional and personal? Here is how! Learn to embrace challenges Challenges are growth opportunities in disguise. Rather than avoiding conflicts, allow yourself to tackle themselves head on. You will learn that each challenge you face will help you develop new skills. Nothing can improve if you stay in your comfort zone. When you approach challenging tasks, take it one step at a time. Trying […]
Join us on today’s “Walk and Learn” at the TEPIA Advanced Technology Gallery!
Toranomon Language School’s “Walk and Learn” continued today (July 12th) at the TEPIA Advanced Technology Gallery! We took five of our students on an interactive field trip today at this 8-story office and TV studio here in Tokyo. Tepia showcases technologies aimed at solving problems in each theme, as well as technologies that aim for the coexistence of humans and nature. They provide hands on activities and experiences to help students get involved in science and technology. It provides a perfect environment to explore new elements of learning Japanese! To get to our destination, we took the train! This allows kids to navigate the city and teaches them about real-world experiences. They walked […]
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 […]
Join us on today’s “Walk and Learn” at the TV Asahi in Roppongi
Toranomon Language School’s “Walk and Learn” continued today (July 12th) at the TV Asahi in Roppongi. We took five of our students on an interactive field trip today at this 8-story office and TV studio here in Tokyo. https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/5363-35519/1000/tokyo-tv-asahi-headquarters-in-roppongi-35519.jpg To get to our destination, we took the train! This allows kids to navigate the city and teaches them about real-world experiences. They walked to the station and even purchased their own tickets. The kids got to take pictures with Doraemon, one of the most popular characters among children in Japan. It is a well-known Japanese manga series. Manga is a graphic novel/comic that is big in Japanese culture and the […]
Follow along with us as we continue our “Walk and Learns”
Today, we continued with our “Walk and Learn” program at Toranomon Language School by taking the kids to the Police Museum here in Tokyo where they learned how the Tokyo Metropolitan Police keep them safe! The museum was followed by a trip to the 7-11 where the kids got treats of their choice. These “Walk and Learns” are offered through our Summer courses where classes are held Monday-Thursday from 9:30-12:30 with the “Walk and Learn” field trips on Fridays. Our programs are designed to make learning fun where we focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking. These summer courses allow for engaging learning where the kids are taken beyond the […]
Nail the JLPT N5: Top Tips to Conquer Your Exam with Practice
みなさん、こんにちは。虎ノ門(とらのもん)ランゲージスクールです。 JLPT日本語能力試験（にほんごのうりょくしけん）が もうすぐですね！ きょうのブログは、 N5レベルのもんだいです。 7月7日に N5をうける みなさんにも、N4～N1を うける みなさんの ふくしゅうにも べんりな れんしゅうです。 さあ、トライしましょう！ もんだい１： （ ）に 何(なに) が入りますか？いちばん いいものを 一つ えらんで ください。 １、なつ休(やす)みに りょこうに（ ）たいです。 １ 行(い)き、２ 行く、３ 行か、４ 行け ２、そのえいがは（ ）見(み)ました。 １ など、２ だけ、３ から、４ もう ３、田中(たなか)さんは どこ（ ）すんでいますか。 １ で、２ を、３ に、４ は ４、駅(えき)の 入(い)り口(ぐち)が どこ（ ）わかりません。 １ で、２ に、３ が、４ か ５、弟(おとうと)は 今(いま)（ ）。 １ ねます、２ ねません、３ ねています、４ ねるでしょう ６、日本(にほん)は ７月から（ ）なります。 １ あつ、２ あつに、３ あつい、４ あつく ７、すみません、このくつ（ ）ください。 １ に、２ を、３ の、４ へ ８、 A「ここで しゃしんを（ ）ください。」 B「あっ、すみませんでした。」 １ とる、２ とらない、３ とらないで、４ とって、 ９、9時(じ)に なりましたが、（ ）しごとが おわりません。 １ まで、２ まだ、３ だけ、４ もう １０、ぎゅうにくは 高(たか)かった（ ）、買(か)いませんでした。 １ くらい、２ しか、３ まで、４ から、 １１、はさみ（ ）つくえの 上(うえ)に あります。 １ の、２ […]
Experience Japan’s vibrant culture through summer festivals
Experience Japan’s vibrant culture through summer festivals “https://japanrailtimes.japanrailcafe.com.sg/web/filebox/6.Summer%20Festival%20-.jpeg?_t=1690815970″ ” https://tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/japanese-culture-and-tradition/japanese-summer-festival/“ Here in Japan we are known for our rich cultural heritage and vibrant traditions. We offer a dazzling array of festivals during the summer months, specifically July through September. For first time visitors, prepare to immerse yourself in a spectacular showcasing of colors, sounds and rituals that capture what Japanese culture is truly about. Gion Matsuri One of Japan’s most famous festivals, kicks off in July in Kyoto. This event dates back to thousands of years ago and is a celebration of Japan’s ancient capital. Occurring over the entire month of July, but the main events and processions usually occur on […]
First “Walk and Learn” – Immersive Learning at Science Museum in Tokyo
Kids Japanese Course 2024 Has Started! -Join Now! Here at Toranomon we get out of the traditional classroom setting and immerse our students in real world experiences and Japanese culture where they can apply their learnings. Today, the students were taken on a field trip to the Minato Science Museum and later on to the 7-11 convenience store. The Minato Science Museum is run by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Currently, it is the rainy season in Japan and this museum offers exhibits that allow the kids to learn and understand where rain comes from and how it is formed. At the museum the kids played with interactive exhibits where they […]
🍉 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 […]
Mastering the JLPT N2 Vocabulary Section: A Comprehensive Guide to Success
The JLPT N2 exam is a significant milestone for Japanese language learners, marking proficiency in intermediate-level skills. One of the crucial aspects of this exam is the vocabulary section, which tests candidates’ knowledge of a wide range of words and expressions. In this blog post, we’ll dive into strategies, tips, and resources to help you ace the JLPT N2 vocabulary section and boost your overall exam performance. The vocabulary section of the JLPT N2 exam evaluates your ability to comprehend and use a diverse set of words and phrases in various contexts. It covers topics ranging from everyday conversation to more specialized terms related to work, society, culture, and more. […]