Japanese English obsession fuels national debate over language
A Tokyo eye doctor visits a British Hills English school amid Japan's push to make English a core skill. The piece notes low TOEFL rankings, a Japanese education system focused on grammar, and debates over whether English should be an official second language. Critics warn against overemphasis and cultural domination while highlighting costs and the need for practical speaking ability.
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