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Why an English-Based “Indirect Method” Is the Fastest Route for Executives
For many busy professionals in The Hague and across Europe, the journey to learning Japanese begins with a fundamental choice:
Should I learn through the Direct Method (Japanese-only), or the Indirect Method (using a bridge language such as English)?
Kenya Irie
Feb 102 min read


The Meaning of "Kento-shimasu": Understanding Japanese Indirectness
Does "Kento-shimasu" mean Yes or No? Understand the logic behind Japanese indirectness and improve your business communication. Our experts in The Hague decode the "three layers" of this common phrase to help European executives build stronger professional relationships with Japanese clients.
Kenya Irie
Feb 32 min read


The Strategic Advantage of Learning Japanese Through English for Busy Professionals
As a professional navigating the business landscape of the Netherlands and wider Europe, you already know this: language is more than a communication tool—it is a strategic asset for building trust.
Kenya Irie
Feb 12 min read
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