I was always under the impression that many young japanese these days know some english, but a recent trip to Japan seemed otherwise.
Previously, english was compulsory in school, right? So that would mean many Japanese in their 20s or younger should know english. But I did encounter some in this age group who couldn't speak a single word of it. Were there any exceptions to the regular school subjects?
In addition, was there a recent policy change to stop english from being compulsory in school?
Previously, english was compulsory in school, right? So that would mean many Japanese in their 20s or younger should know english. But I did encounter some in this age group who couldn't speak a single word of it. Were there any exceptions to the regular school subjects?
In addition, was there a recent policy change to stop english from being compulsory in school?