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Akiko Imoto serves as a Lecturer at the School of International Business (ESCI-UPF) within Pompeu Fabra University, Barcelona, teaching Japanese language courses in the Bachelor's Degree in International Business and Marketing program.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Japanese Studies from Aoyama Gakuin University, Japan
- Diploma in Hispanic Studies from Universitat de Barcelona
- Master of Advanced Study in Linguistics and Communication from Universitat de Barcelona
Research and Teaching Focus: Her expertise centers on Japanese language pedagogy with emphasis on practical business communication. She develops foundational language skills through structured vocabulary and grammar instruction, targeting both formal professional and informal social contexts. Her approach integrates linguistic theory with real-world application, prioritizing oral comprehension, written production, and cross-cultural competence essential for international business environments.
Professional Background: Born in Osaka and raised in Tokyo, Imoto worked as a radio producer in Japan before relocating to San Sebastián in February 1991 and subsequently to Barcelona later that year. This extensive bilingual and bicultural experience directly informs her teaching methodology within Spain's multilingual academic setting.
