Hannah Stafford

In this post we are going to learn about shiki (四季 / しき) or the ‘four seasons’ in Japanese. So if you’re looking to expand your Japanese vocabulary, or are interested in learning a bit about the different times of the year in Japan, then this is just the post for you! How to say … Read more

So, you’ve come here to learn the days of the week in Japanese! Now, I could simply list off each day of the week and its Japanese counterpart for you to then learn off by heart… However, I just cannot deny you the seriously interesting etymology behind the terms! Did you know the days in … Read more

In a previous post, we discussed the many ways to say ‘thank you’ in Japanese. In this post, we will look at the different phrases you can opt for when you are on the receiving end of gratitude and want to express ‘you’re welcome’. It is widely known that in Japanese culture, politeness is held … Read more

You may already know that the most common way to say ‘goodnight’ in Japanese is oyasumi (おやすみ) ! However, Japanese is renowned for its varying vocabulary depending on the formality of the situation you are speaking in. In this article, we will cover how to say goodnight in both casual and formal situations. We will … Read more

Delicious food is something that can connect people to different cultures from all around the world – despite any language barriers! Through tasting a particular region’s cuisine, you can feel more connected to the culture and its people.  Japanese cuisine has become quite popular all over the world. From sushi and ramen to teppanyaki! However, … Read more

Japanese pick up culture is a little more lowkey than that of the western world. Many Japanese people are more reserved with their feelings and mindful of their approach towards other people. Things like PDA are not as common, and Japanese people can be a bit shy when initiating romance with someone new. That’s why … Read more

‘I hate you’ is one of those negative phrases you probably wish to never use in conversation. However, it’s always useful to have the knowledge under your belt – just in case you find yourself in a position where you wanna let someone know how you really feel! The standard way to say hate in … Read more