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A seminar on “Ezoe grammer”
On 11 October, I was invited to hold a seminar on “Ezoe grammer” at Kawasaki school for the deaf.I always had special connections with the school and now I feel we have much stronger ties thanks to this invitation. During the seminar, I explained particle “mo” as a multiple-choice particle (I usually describe it as […]
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Yabusame Event Report
On Monday 10th October 2011, Yabusame (traditional horse back Archery) event was held at Toyama Park. Yabusame is a Japanese traditional ritual in which a horse archer breaks targets.Accoding to Shinjuku City Official Website, “the Takadanobaba style of yabusame began in 1728, in the Edo period, when the eighth shogun, Tokugawa Yoshimune, ordered it as […]
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EJU preparation course
At Shinjuku Japanese Language Instutite, we are now offering an EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students) preparation course. Although students are on a two-week break between the two terms, some of themare woking hard in order to prepare for EJU. This course is quite popular among SNG students,and it is certainly one […]
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Wanted: participants for free Japanese lessons!
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute is looking for those who wish to join our free trial lessons!Please note that the trial lessons are for evening courses only.The details are as follows: Days: October 11 (Tue.), and 13 (Thu.). 2 lessons in total. Time：PM7：00～PM8 :00 If you are interested, please don’t hesiate to contact us!We look forward […]
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Orientation event for October course
Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute has been hosting a number of orientation events for new students who will join us in coming October. Many students from Europe and Asia are expected to be enrolled this term.SNG staff and students are looking forward to having a much more cosmopolitan atmosphere in the autumn term. We are still […]
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Yabusame event
On Monday 10th October 2011, Yabusame (traditional horse back Archery) event will be held at Toyama Park. Yabusame is a Japanese traditional ritual in which a horse archer breaks targets. It is such a great opportunity to learn about the samurai culture – don’t miss it! Day: Monday, October 10, 2011 (national holiday) Time: 2pm […]
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Cultural Exchange Day for Foreign Students 2011
Below is the information about Cultural Exchange Day from Tokyo National Museum’s website. 【General Information】 Date October 8, 2011 (Sat)Time: 9:30-17:00 (last admission at 16:30)VenuePremises: Honkan, The Gallery of Horyuji Treasures, Okyokan (The Garden) etc. Admissions*Free admission to our regular exhibitionsHonkan (Japanese Gallery), Hyokeikan (Asian Gallery), Heiseikan 1F (Japanese Archaeology Gallery) and the Gallery of […]
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Summer Homestay Programs
This summer, SNG students participated in three different homestay programs: Yugawara homestay program (2 students), Hokkaido International Homestay (3 students) and Amacho homestay program (2 students). In the Yugawara program, students joined the Yassa-dance parade in the festival. Those participated in the Hokkaido program enjoyed nature in Toyoko city. Students practiced Kinnya-monnya dance in the […]
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Thailand Study Abroad Fairs
SNG recently participated in the study abroad fair sponsored by Japan Student Service Organization. The fair was held in Chiang Mai, Thailand on September 2 and in Bangkok on September 4. 746 people attended the Chiang Mai event, while 1590 participated in Bangkok. For both events, quite a few students came with their parents and […]
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Animation Creation Event Report
On August 9, 3 SNG staff and 11 students participated in an animation creation event at Tokyo Technology Design Center. Mr. Taku Sugiyama, a leading figure in Japanese animation taught us the basics of animation creation.His has been involved in the making of famous animations such as “Hakujaden”, “Alice in Wonderland” and “Dororo” etc. In […]