About two weeks after graduation
03/27/2025
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The two weeks between the graduation ceremony and the entrance ceremony of the school they will be entering are a very busy but fulfilling time for students.
Soaking in the afterglow of the graduation ceremony. After the graduation ceremony, many students spend some time basking in the excitement and sense of accomplishment. They often have a celebratory meal with friends and family and take co…
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Hinamatsuri(Girl’s festival)
03/07/2025
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In Japan, March 3 is “Hinamatsuri” which is festival for girls. We display Hina dolls in homes with girls to celebrate. It is said that the reason for decorating hina dolls is to have take the girl’s misfortune instead.
〇What foods for Hinamatsuri
Hinaarare
In Kanto area (around Tokyo), people have sweet pongashi (softer and lighter in texture than senbei).In Kansai area, salt…
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Disaster Preparedness & Evacuation Drill
02/04/2025
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Disaster Preparedness Learning at NILS Ogori Campus
On January 27, disaster preparedness learning was conducted at our school. All students at NILS participated and learned together about how to respond during disasters and the importance of daily preparedness.
Objectives of Disaster Preparedness Learning
The objectives of this session were:
To be able to act calmly in the event o…
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Coming of Age Day
01/14/2025
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What is Coming of Age Day?
Coming of Age Day is a national holiday, held on the second Monday of January each year, that celebrates young people who have finally reached the age of adulthood.
According to the law concerning national holidays established by the Cabinet Office, it is a day to “celebrate new adults and encourage them to strive for an independent life”. On Coming of Age Day, va…
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Report on Accompanying Students on JLPT Exam Day! ~ Reliable Support on Test Day ~
12/13/2024
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Hello! I‘m the career advisor and Japanese teacher at NILS.Today, I’d like to share about the "JLPT Exam Day Support" provided at our school. For those reading this blog, some of you might be planning to take the JLPT someday. I hope this gives you an idea of how we support our students during this important day!
Thorough Preparation Before the Exam!
The JLPT is a major opportunity to te…
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“スタバ” (Sutaba)
11/18/2024
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Everyone has visited Starbucks Coffee at least once. In Japan, it is famously pronounced as called “スタバ” (Sutaba).
Now, let’s take a look at one of the most famous Starbucks Coffee stores in Japan, located in Fukuoka.
Blending Tradition and Modernity
Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, this store was built with concepts from a combination of traditional and modern designs using natural mate…
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The Charm of Nakasu’s Night Cruise and Yatai (Food Stalls)
11/15/2024
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Nakasu in Fukuoka City is known as Kyushu's largest entertainment district, particularly vibrant at night. Here, you can enjoy both night cruises and yatai (food stalls), allowing you to fully experience the allure of Fukuoka's nightlife.
1. Nakasu Night Cruise
1.1 Beautiful Night Views
The night cruise in Nakasu offers a fantastic experience of enjoying beautiful night views from boats …
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Do you know any sweets from Fukuoka?
10/28/2024
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There are many delicious sweets in Fukuoka. I always bring some Fukuoka’s sweets for souvenir whenever I visit friends or relatives who living out of Fukuoka. Today, I’m going to introduce two popular sweets from Fukuoka.
〇 Hakata Toorimon 博多とおりもん
This sweet is a type of Japanese manju (まんじゅう) with a white bean paste filling that is moist, subtly sweet, and melts on your tongue. …
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Daily cleaning
10/03/2024
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At NILS, there are morning and afternoon classes, and in both, the students on duty clean up after the lessons. This cleaning practice is deeply rooted in Japanese educational culture and continues as an important habit from elementary school through to vocational schools, and even into the workplace.
Cleaning in schools and workplaces is more than just a task; it holds significant education…
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Nature in Fukuoka City
09/13/2024
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Nature in Fukuoka City: A Place Where Urban and Natural Environments Harmonize
Fukuoka City, the central city of the Kyushu region, is a charming place where urban convenience and rich nature coexist. With its diverse natural environments including the sea, mountains, and parks, it offers both residents and tourists plenty of relaxation and enjoyment. Here, we will introduce the natural a…
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