Improving Japan’s English Gets Lost in Translation
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WALL STREET JOURNAL
The country’s English-language proficiency is falling behind China’s, according to a survey
TOKYO—Japan’s English-language proficiency is falling behind China’s owing to an education system that doesn’t prioritize real-life communication skills, according to a survey that co...
The country’s English-language proficiency is falling behind China’s, according to a survey
TOKYO—Japan’s English-language proficiency is falling behind China’s owing to an education system that doesn’t prioritize real-life communication skills, according to a survey that co...
- November 6, 2019
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Do You Really Need To Learn Japanese To Live In Japan?
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GLOBAL VOICES
In late April, the New York Times Books section posted a tweet that set off a firestorm of debate and condemnation about whether or not a long-term foreign resident of Japan should actually have to learn Japanese if they live in the country.
The tweet in question linked to a revie...
In late April, the New York Times Books section posted a tweet that set off a firestorm of debate and condemnation about whether or not a long-term foreign resident of Japan should actually have to learn Japanese if they live in the country.
The tweet in question linked to a revie...
- May 7, 2019
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Bringing The Concept of 'Real Life' English Into the Classroom
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JAPAN TODAY
TOKYO - When you come to Japan to work as an assistant language teacher (ALT), whether it be through the JET Programme, a dispatch company or — if you’re very lucky — a direct hire position, you’ll probably hear a similar spiel as part of your orientation:
“Remember, you’re not just...
TOKYO - When you come to Japan to work as an assistant language teacher (ALT), whether it be through the JET Programme, a dispatch company or — if you’re very lucky — a direct hire position, you’ll probably hear a similar spiel as part of your orientation:
“Remember, you’re not just...
- July 7, 2018
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University Unveils Robot for Detecting Gene Doping
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THE JAPAN NEWS
TSUKUBA, Ibaraki (Jiji Press) — The University of Tsukuba unveiled to the press on Wednesday an experimental humanoid robot capable of performing gene doping tests.
The university, which is undertaking research on automating doping tests for athletes, hopes to enhance the reliabi...
TSUKUBA, Ibaraki (Jiji Press) — The University of Tsukuba unveiled to the press on Wednesday an experimental humanoid robot capable of performing gene doping tests.
The university, which is undertaking research on automating doping tests for athletes, hopes to enhance the reliabi...
- May 25, 2018
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Japanese Language and Media Institute Unveils New Unique Japanese Course
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JAPAN TODAY
TOKYO - Japanese Language and Media Institute (JLMI), which is under the umbrella of one of the leading schools in Tokyo for training professional visual media translators, has announced a brand-new course where students can learn practical Japanese needed for doing business in Japa...
TOKYO - Japanese Language and Media Institute (JLMI), which is under the umbrella of one of the leading schools in Tokyo for training professional visual media translators, has announced a brand-new course where students can learn practical Japanese needed for doing business in Japa...
- March 13, 2018
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Studio Hougaku Academy
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JAPAN TRAVEL
Learn the art of taiko in Ota, Tokyo
Channel your inner percussionist and try your hand at a taiko (Japanese drumming) class at Kamata’s Studio Hougaku Academy.
The academy offers a range of class levels, from beginner to advanced, all of which are taught by professional taiko player...
Learn the art of taiko in Ota, Tokyo
Channel your inner percussionist and try your hand at a taiko (Japanese drumming) class at Kamata’s Studio Hougaku Academy.
The academy offers a range of class levels, from beginner to advanced, all of which are taught by professional taiko player...
- September 19, 2017
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Mie University To Set Up Ninja Studies Center
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JAPAN TODAY
TOKYO - A Japanese university is planning what it says will be the world's first research center devoted to ninja -- the black clad assassins known for secrecy and stealth.
While mostly confined to history books and fiction, ninja have been enjoying something of a resurgence as Japa...
TOKYO - A Japanese university is planning what it says will be the world's first research center devoted to ninja -- the black clad assassins known for secrecy and stealth.
While mostly confined to history books and fiction, ninja have been enjoying something of a resurgence as Japa...
- May 19, 2017
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Reviving The Joys of Reading Kenji
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THE JAPAN NEWS
Books commemorating the 120th anniversary of the birth of poet and children’s book author Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933) are being published in droves.
Miyazawa, commonly referred to by his first name, Kenji, is known for his compelling tales and poetry written in powerful language t...
Books commemorating the 120th anniversary of the birth of poet and children’s book author Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933) are being published in droves.
Miyazawa, commonly referred to by his first name, Kenji, is known for his compelling tales and poetry written in powerful language t...
- December 3, 2016
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Foreign Students Experience Japanese Culture Hands-on
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THE JAPAN NEWS
Foreign students enrolled at universities in the Kanto region tried hands-on traditional Japanese cultural activities at an event in Tokyo earlier this month hosted by a local woman’s organization.
The event was organized by Soroptimist International of Tokyo-Azuma, a Tokyo-based...
Foreign students enrolled at universities in the Kanto region tried hands-on traditional Japanese cultural activities at an event in Tokyo earlier this month hosted by a local woman’s organization.
The event was organized by Soroptimist International of Tokyo-Azuma, a Tokyo-based...
- November 1, 2016
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Figuring out Kansai-ben: Kansai Dialect
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JAPAN CHEAPO
Staying in Kyoto for a few months is great and learning Japanese in Japan sounds amazing. Something you should realize, however, is the fact that Kyoto, Osaka and the rest of the Kansai region have their own dialect known as Kansai-ben but often also referred to as Osaka-ben.
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Staying in Kyoto for a few months is great and learning Japanese in Japan sounds amazing. Something you should realize, however, is the fact that Kyoto, Osaka and the rest of the Kansai region have their own dialect known as Kansai-ben but often also referred to as Osaka-ben.
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- January 11, 2016
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