Japan - 4 Answers
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Yes, we are required to learn English for 6 years between age 12-18. And they say it's going to be lowered to 10-18 in the near future.
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yes. when i went to japan in 2005 I visited a school and many of the student knew japan becuase it is a required course
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English language study is mandatory in Japan. Very basic English instruction is provided to Japanese children in elementary school. http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/nn20070303b1.html More serious instruction begins in Jr. high school and continues to high school. An important segment of acceptance into major Japanese universities involves English language test scores.
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yes. In fact most Japanese students have a better grasp of grammar, syntax and sentence structure than your average American High Schooler.
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