In Japanese history the word bushido – the warrior’s code was a major ingredient as it embodied allegiance, determination and fortitude. I recall very clearly that even when I worked with American Express in Japan (late 1970s and 80s) and interviewed job applicants when I asked them about their strengths and areas which they were […]
スミス英会話高円寺 English is Fascinating!
This article is so interesting that I thought that I should share it with all Smith’s School of English teachers and students – past and present, and the quickest way to do that was to post it on our SSE soapbox. Do you think English is easy? Please read this exercise to the end and […]
ESL Homework: A Student’s Trip to Hong Kong
Hi All, Edward here at Smith’s School of English in beautiful Ohtsu city in Shiga Prefecture. As many of you know, I LOVE “The Morning Routine” so it should come as no surprise to you that this post is yet again going to praise the powers of this brilliant piece of English school curriculum. In […]
