Lesson: Spies’ Paradise
In this ESL conversation lesson topic, we’ll discuss the intriguing world of espionage in Japan. For many years, Japan has been called a “spies’ paradise” and even a “den of spies.” But why? Japan’s unique position in Asia, its advanced technology, and its open society have made it attractive to spies from all over the world. The country’s strict privacy laws and limited counterintelligence efforts have historically allowed foreign agents to operate with less risk of being caught.
One country that has taken special interest in Japan is Russia. For decades, Russian intelligence agencies have used Japan as a base for industrial and international espionage. They gather valuable secrets about technology, business, and politics. In this lesson, we will discuss why Japan is seen as such a favourable place for spies, how international espionage affects the country today, and what Japan is doing about it. Let’s get started!
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Example Article
Each conversation topic is based on a theme. To help students acquire a basic understanding of that topic, four media articles are provided for them to read. I will never test you on the articles, but I strongly suggest you book lessons far enough in advance to give yourself enough time to properly prepare. The better prepared you are, the more benefit you will receive from our conversations.
Below is an example article for this conversation topic.
