Do you have someone in your life who’s obsessed with Japan? (It’s ok if that person is you… I won’t tell anyone đ ) Are you looking for cool Japanese gift ideas for Christmas or a birthday? Start by checking out my list of dream Japanese themed gifts! I’ve put together this gift guide of … Read more
Do you want to know how to learn Japanese? Congratulations on taking that first step! Japanese is a very beautiful and rewarding language to study. It’s not as complicated as you might think. And speaking Japanese will open the gateway to the historic and fascinating culture of Japan! So once you’ve decided to learn Japanese, … Read more
If you want to learn Japanese, you can’t avoid learning how to read Japanese. The Japanese writing system is unique and beautiful, no doubt about that. It is also famously complex. Unfortunately, that can put off any newcomers to the language. Donât be afraid of the Japanese writing system! Yes, itâs complex, but itâs also logical. … Read more
The leaves are changing colour, the days are getting shorter, there’s a nip in the air… Autumn is here! (Or fall, depending on where you’re from ? ) Perhaps you already know that the seasons are very important in Japan. In Japanese culture, people honour the changes in the seasons with foods, drinks, customs, festivals … Read more
Want to get better at Japanese? Reading is one of the best ways to improve your language skills. It’s especially important to read a lot when you’re learning a language with a different writing system, like Japanese. Hiragana, katakana and kanji can be overwhelming at first. But with enough reading practice, reading these characters will … Read more
Ah⌠those three little words ⤠Some people have called âI love youâ the most powerful three words in the English language. It’s also one of the most common phrases people want to learn in a foreign language. So, how do you say I love you in Japanese? It might not surprise you to know … Read more
No doubt you know a few tongue twisters in your own language. But do you know any in Japanese? The Japanese word for tongue twister is hayakuchi kotoba (ćŠĺŁč¨č) â which literally means âfast mouth wordsâ. Pretty descriptive, right? Tongue twisters can be a really fun way to learn something new in a language and … Read more