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Gaming fans, this one’s for you!🎮
東京ゲームショー

The annual TOKYO GAME SHOW is running from September 26th to September 29th at Makuhari Messe in the Chiba prefecture!🗾
(The event will be open to the public on the 28th and 29th)

The TOKYO GAME SHOW is one of the world’s largest gaming events where you can explore various exhibits and games such as AR/VR games, indie games, and eSports!🕹️

Get your tickets now if you’ll be in Japan during the event but if you aren’t, don’t worry because the event will also be live-streamed!📹: https://buff.ly/3Tuk9Qe

TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024 Trailblaze the World with Gaming - One of the world's largest gaming exhibitions will be held at Makuhari Messe from September 26 to 29.

Hurry! The Fall Term Registration Deadline is almost here on Sunday, September 22, 2024❗

Reach out to us soon if you're interested and make sure to secure your spot before it’s too late!

Happy planning! 🍂📚

It’s almost 月見 (つきみ)!🌕

月見 (つきみ), also known as Japan’s Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, is occurring on Tuesday, September 17th this year!🍂

The day is traditionally celebrated with dango, pearly barley, and roasted peanuts but some fast-food restaurants will release their own special foods for 月見 (つきみ)!🍔

Check out what some fast-food places are releasing for the special season!➡️:
https://buff.ly/4dXvO2e

#月見

“Moon-Viewing Burgers” Are Back! Well, In Japan At Least! “Tsukimi Burgers” Are Here! A triple-moon showing at Japan’s famous homegrown burger chain! Well, it’s “moon-viewing” burger season in Japan again, and the intrepid Reporters at SoraNews24.com have the story…

Calling all Gundam fans!📣

A life-sized Gundam statue will be displayed at the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION in Osaka, Japan next year!🗾

The 17m tall stationary statue will be displayed from April 13, 2025, to October 13, 2025, and more details about the pavilion will be announced later!🗓️

Check out the official website for more details about the statue!➡️:
https://buff.ly/3ME807B

EXPO2026 Osaka,Kansai,Japan "GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION" | Bandai Namco Holdings Inc Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. will exhibit a pavilion at the EXPO 2026 OSAKA, KANSAI, JAPAN. “GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION” will connect people around the world through Gundam and create a place of inspiration to think about the “future”. This is the link to the “future”

JLPT registrations are now available!📝
(Update: Some delays, now opening September 4th)

Don’t miss the September 27th deadline if you plan on taking the exam this December❗

The Japanese Language Proficiency Test allows you to clearly understand your language skills and clarify where you are in your learning journey! 📚

This year, the test is scheduled for Sunday, December 1st at York University📍

Check out the link for more information and make sure to register before Friday, September 27th! 🗓️: https://buff.ly/44BVhsN

Japanese Language Proficiency Test Toronto Site The Japanese Language Proficiency Test Toronto Site at York University

🎉 Free Trial Lesson for Complete Beginners 🎉

Our entry-level trial lessons are now available! Sign up today and embark on an enriching journey of learning Japanese with us: https://buff.ly/3MWtig5

For those with previous Japanese experience📚
Book our level check (trial lesson) and consultation sessions to enhance your Japanese skills and deepen your language proficiency: https://buff.ly/3MWtig5

🔔Upcoming Fall term: Starts October 2024🙌
The course schedule has just been released. Visit our website for more details. We will be continuing with virtual lessons for the next term💻: https://buff.ly/45iWbfb

🌟Limited Availability Alert!🌟
We're doing our best to accommodate the increased demand lately, but space is limited. Don't miss out on this opportunity! ✨

Get ready for TIFF 2024!🎬

The 49th Toronto International Film Festival is officially happening on Thursday, September 5th and is running until Sunday, September 15th!🗓️

This year, 4 Japanese films and one film directed by a French-Japanese filmmaker will be screening at the festival!🎌

Mark your calendars because tickets will be going on sale to the public on Monday, August 26th!🎟️

Check out their website for more information!➡️: https://tiff.net/

TIFF - Toronto International Film Festival TIFF is a charitable cultural organization with a mission to transform the way people see the world, through film.

Here’s your reminder that our next school holidays for the upcoming Labour Day weekend are next week!🗓️

We hope you all have a safe, fun, and restful Labour Day weekend!😊

Are you a godzilla fan?🦖

“Godzilla Minus One Minus Color” is now available to watch on Netflix!🎬

The film is a special black and white version of the 2023 Japanese film, “Godzilla Minus One” which won Best Visual Effects at the 96th Academy Awards!🏆

Watch the thrilling special version here!➡️: https://buff.ly/3WWwrTN

Watch Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color | Netflix In postwar Japan, traumatized survivors must fight off a giant, devastating monster in this meticulously decolorized version of "Godzilla Minus One."

Don’t miss Japan Festival this weekend!📅

Japan Festival CANADA, Toronto’s annual summer event celebrating Japanese culture, is back this weekend on August 17th and 18th at Mississauga Celebration Square!🎌

This year, you can enjoy various foods, shop from retail vendors, and watch the many performances held during the weekend, including this year’s headliner, the anime song singer, MindaRyn!🎤

Check out their website for more information!➡️: https://buff.ly/4diGjNp

JFCA 2024 | Japan Festival Canada Japan Festival CANADA has been hosted in one of the multicultural countries in the world, Canada, to introduce and promote genuine Japanese food, culture and technologies.

It’s Mountain Day this weekend!⛰️

Sunday, August 11th is 山の日 (やま の ひ), the day when Japan celebrates and shows their appreciation towards mountains as part of the nature they fully respect😌

In honour of the day, we’re sharing this video all about Mount Takao, a popular hiking spot where you can enjoy delicious foods and beautiful scenery including Mount Fuji!🗻

Check out the video here!➡️: https://buff.ly/3SDQrYJ

#山の日

Mount Takao Day Trip: Tokyo's Favourite Mountain Mount Takao has it all: stunning views of Mt. Fuji, delicious food, and great hiking trails. Why not spend a day exploring the (semi) wilds of one of Tokyo’s...

Use this if you’re unsure where to eat in Japan!🥢

食べログ (Tabelog) is Japan’s restaurant listing and reservation site where you can view various restaurants in the country, book reservations, and check out reviews!💬

You can find and search restaurants based on the region, as well as the various food categories there are!🔍

Check it out here to prepare for your travel plans to Japan!➡️: https://buff.ly/2o8XFZU

#食べログ

Tabelog - Japan's No. 1 Restaurant Listing and Reservation Site. Find and book your perfect restaurant with "Tabelog"! Explore 865,684 restaurants across Japan. Discover top-rated spots in various categories based on unique rankings, user reviews, and photos that fit your purpose and budget!

In case you forgot, our midterm break starts tomorrow and runs until August 8! 📅
We hope you all have a safe and restful break to take time for yourselves!😊

Read this important update before travelling to Japan❗

If you haven’t heard yet, Japan has issued new banknotes as of July 3, 2024, where there is a new 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 1,000 yen banknote 💴

If you still have the current banknotes, don’t worry because you can still use them!😊

Read more about the update here!➡️: https://buff.ly/4djJG69

Japan To Issue New Banknotes in July 2024 - Plan your trip From July 3rd 2024, the Bank of Japan will be issuing new banknotes for the main denominations of 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 1,000 yen, a change announced back in 2023.

The 2024 Olympics are here!🏅

The Paris 2024 Olympics are starting today and will run until Sunday, August 11! 📅

This year, there are 3 new sports added to the competition which are breaking, kayak cross, and kiteboarding!😆

With the Olympics starting today, we’re sharing this video highlighting iconic moments when Team Japan won their medals in previous Olympics!➡️: https://buff.ly/4cUdfeO

Make sure to stay until the end to find out about the Japanese stars to watch out for at Paris 2024! 👀

Pride of Japan 🇯🇵 Who are the stars to watch at #Paris2024? 📲 Subscribe to : http://oly.ch/Subscribe In a captivating montage of triumph and glory, the Japanese achievements at the past Olympic Games left sp...

It’s 土用の丑の日 today!📅

土用の丑の日 (どよう の うし の ひ), meaning “The Midsummer Day of the Ox”, is the special holiday in Japan that dates all the way back to the Edo period!🕰️

On the special day, eating eel is known as the main tradition and various places in Japan will present eel dishes!🥢

Learn more about the day here!➡️: https://buff.ly/3LBfTdn

#土用の丑の日

Doyo no Ushi no Hi: An Eel-icious July Holiday Join us as we break down what Doyo no Ushi no Hi means, its fascinating origin, and some tips for making your own grilled eel, as well as some vegan alternatives.

The kanji for July is “祭” (まつり, matsuri)! 🎆

Today we’d like to show you how we teach our kanji of the month. This is how we teach kanji in the early stages of Japanese language studies and these illustrations are here to help make kanji fun and approachable while understanding the meaning of its origin! 😊

Learn kanji and other Japanese studies the fun way with us! 📖
Enjoy any summer festivals!

Happy Ocean Day!🌊

Today is Ocean Day (海の日), the public holiday in Japan where people show appreciation for the seas and oceans!📅

In honour of the day, we’re sharing an article from Japan Airlines about beaches in various regions of Japan you should visit!🗾

Check it out here!➡️: https://buff.ly/3xMOi61

#海の日

Add These Beautiful Beaches in Japan to Your Itinerary - JAPAN AIRLINES (JAL) From stunning ocean views to pristine white sands to calm, clear waves, Japan has some of the world's top beach destinations. See the best beaches in Japan.

Happy 七夕 (Tanabata)!💫

Today is Tanabata, also known as the “star festival”, where the two stars, Altair and Vega, can meet once a year!🌟

On the special day, people write their wishes on colourful strips of paper and hang them on trees made of bamboo branches!🎋

Learn more about Tanabata here!➡️: https://buff.ly/2XCANO8

#七夕

Tanabata Matsuri 2024: The Star Festival Tanabata is a major summer festival in Japan. Learn about the Tanabata celebrations, dates, food, as well as the legend which lies behind the tradition.

☀️ Summer Term Announcement! ☀️

The summer term is here, and our virtual July courses are ready to begin next week! 📚 Each course starts between July 9 (Tue) and July 15 (Mon), with sessions held once a week for 9 weeks until mid-September. 📅 We're excited to embark on the journey of Japanese learning together with you!

🚨 Limited Availability Alert Notice 🚨

For those who were unable to secure enrollment for the summer session, especially for the beginner course, we apologize for any inconvenience caused. Due to increasing demand, spots are filling up rapidly. We encourage you to reach out to us early for the fall term (October to December). Thank you!

Anime fans, check this out!👀

Symphonic Anime is an orchestra concert of the world’s most popular anime music and they’re coming to Toronto on September 7!📅

3 guest composers will also be in attendance where they have worked on the music for various animes including “NARUTO SHIPPUDEN”, “Haikyu!!”, “SPY x FAMILY”, and many more!🎶

Click the link to get your tickets and for more info!➡️: https://buff.ly/3RQ82MM

Toronto, Canada 2024 | Symphonic Anime 7 September 2024 Meridian Hall

Watch this before going to Japan!🗾

Japanese IC Cards, which are rechargeable prepaid travel cards, are great when using public transportation in Japan. You can also use them to pay at shops, restaurants, and vending machines!💳

Understanding how IC cards work and their various types can help you navigate your Japan travel plans and avoid any troubles when you get there✈️

Watch this video on IC cards to learn more!➡️: https://buff.ly/4bkN7bk

IC Cards in Japan | Travel Tips | japan-guide.com Learn more about IC Cards: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2359_003.htmlIn this video, we will cover everything there is to know about IC Cards, what they are...

Don’t miss this ramen shop in Japan!🍜

Blue Bucket Ramen in the Fukuoka prefecture is Japan’s hidden Michelin ramen restaurant!⭐

With no sign, you can enter the restaurant only when the blue bucket is out and enjoy delicious ramen made by the chef who first created creamy tonkotsu ramen 25 years ago!🪣

Watch this TikTok from to learn more!➡️: https://buff.ly/3L02lbk

TikTok · Jesse ジェセ 87.3K likes, 87 comments. “The chef is so dedicated to his ramen that he said in the past 20 years he’s only traveled from his house, to work! Location: Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Shimogofukumachi, 4-31-1”

Hurry! The Summer Term Registration Deadline is almost here on June 30, 2024 and spaces are limited❗

Reach out to us soon if you're interested and make sure to secure your spot before it’s too late!

Happy planning! ☀️✨

The kanji for June is “夏” (なつ, natsu)! ☀️

Today we’d like to show you how we teach our kanji of the month. This is how we teach kanji in the early stages of Japanese language studies and these illustrations are here to help make kanji fun and approachable while understanding the meaning of its origin! 😊

Learn kanji and other Japanese studies the fun way with us! 📖

Calling all Haikyu!! fans! 🏐

You can now watch the latest Haikyu!! Movie, “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle” at Cineplex movie theatres! 🎥

The movie follows the match between Karasuno High School and Nekoma High School as a battle between the crows and wildcats is about to begin🔥

Don’t miss out and get your tickets now!➡️: https://buff.ly/3VDb9Kc

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Cineplex.com | Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle (Japanese w/e.s.t.)

Prepare for the Boston Career Forum with this! 💼

Held in Boston, the Boston Career Forum is the world’s largest job fair for Japanese-English bilinguals! Although the fair is in November, you can be one step ahead and start preparing this summer!☀️

The Boston Career Forum Prep Webinar on June 11 can help you take that first step! It will include a special guest presentation, a Q&A session, and a networking event!💻

Register now and learn more about the Boston Career Forum and participating companies!➡️: https://buff.ly/4bPplFO

Boston Career Forum Boston Career Forum Prep Webinar | CFN (CareerForum.Net) Boston Career Forum Boston Career Forum Prep Webinar

Don’t miss out on Japanese films this week!🎬

The 13th Toronto Japanese Film Festival is back this week on June 6 to June 20 at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre!✨

Don’t miss out on the various premieres and get tickets now!➡️: https://buff.ly/3kVqouX

About the Toronto Japanese Film Festival | Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre The Toronto Japanese Film Festival showcases the finest Japanese films that have been recognized for excellence by Japanese audiences and critics, international film festival audiences, and the Japanese Film Academy.

Planning on visiting Kamakura in Japan?🗾

Tokyo Cafe Channel, a YouTube channel that showcases different spots to eat in Tokyo and surrounding areas introduces 8 different cafes in Kamakura that you should check out!😋

Click to see the traditional Japanese sweets you can enjoy in Kamakura and check out their other videos too!➡️: https://buff.ly/3R1fTXk

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📚🌞 Summer Course: July - September 🌞📚
Unlock new skills and knowledge this summer! Join our exciting summer courses running from July to September. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn and grow!

⏰ Registration Deadline: June 30 ⏰
Make sure to secure your spot before it's too late!

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