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The Japan Foundation, known in Japanese as Dokuritsu Gyōsei Hōjin Kokusai Kōryū Kikin, is a prominent public institution dedicated to promoting international cultural exchange and mutual understanding through language and arts. Established in 1972 under the Japanese government's initiative, it operates worldwide with a mission to foster global appreciation of Japanese culture while facilitating cross-cultural dialogues. In the realm of education, the Foundation develops innovative resources for Japanese language learning, emphasizing communicative approaches that integrate cultural insights. Its flagship series, Marugoto, exemplifies this commitment by offering engaging materials that blend language acquisition with cultural immersion, making Japanese accessible to learners at various levels around the world.
