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March 7, 2023

How to Buy Prepaid IC Cards in Japan: PASMO, Suica, Icoca

From Suica, Pasmo to Icoca, IC cards in Japan is a convenient way to travel — and purchase items — in Japan.

March 6, 2023

Japanese Sake (お酒): An Ultimate Guide to the Japanese Delicate

In this guide we will cover everything from what Japanese sake is, its history, how it's made, the different types, how to drink it, all the way to breweries you ought to visit.

March 1, 2023

Noun Town Review: Should You Learn Japanese in VR?

What if we tell you that there’s a way to make studying more fun and (literally) immersive? We all have those days where studying seems like a grueling task, and we’d rather do just about anything else than sit down and focus on our Japanese. Enter Noun Town. Noun Town is a new virtual reality […]

February 28, 2023

WaniKani Review: The Pros and Cons

Out of many Japanese learning resources, you’ve probably heard of WaniKani before. It’s a website that uses mnemonics and an SRS system — specifically, to teach kanji. As one of the most dreaded Japanese language elements, kanji demands serious study hours and, most of the time, quality resources. If you’re serious about learning Japanese, you […]

February 20, 2023

How I Studied and Prepared for JLPT N2

When I arrived in Japan in January 2019, I barely knew Japanese. However, I was determined to learn the language as I thought life would be so much fun and easier if I was able to do basic communication with the locals. I could order food by myself, I could ask for directions if I […]

February 15, 2023

Guide to Japanese Cooking and Recipes Vocabulary

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From sushi to ramen to mouth-watering gyoza, Japan has an endless list of delicious foods. This leads many of us back to the kitchen in our own homes wondering how we can recreate those umami flavors. Japanese cooking is not only delicious but once you know what to do, well-balanced, incredibly tasty meals can be […]

February 6, 2023

Before, During and After in Japanese: 前 (Mae), 後 (Ato), とき (Toki), 間に (Aida ni)

These Japanese grammar points are covered at the JLPT N4 for good reason. Understanding them is essential for making your interactions in Japanese smoother.

February 6, 2023

My Experience Preparing and Passing JLPT N3 Exam

How did I pass JLPT N3 exam? I'll show you my study routine, the resources I used, and my experience in the actual exam day.

January 26, 2023

Common Japanese Words and Phrases Used in Classroom

The language used in a classroom setting will differ depending on whether you are a student or teacher, and whether you are talking to other students or teachers. To sort this all out, let’s first go over the basics. What do I call my teacher? How do I ask questions during the class? How do […]

June 27, 2022

Umm.. Here Are, Like, 10 Japanese Filler Words

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So, um, have you ever, like, wanted to say something, but, uh, you didn’t really know what to say?

January 11, 2022

How to Say “No Problem!” in Japanese

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Check out all the ways to say "No problem!" in Japanese. Next time someone apologizes, you can say something besides the usual "Daijoubu desu".

December 24, 2021

8 Baby-friendly Ryokan in Japan

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Ever heard of a ryokan (旅館)? It is an experience not to be missed when in Japan! If you are planning to bring your baby along for a trip to ryokan, it is definitely worth considering one that is baby-friendly. Some hotels do not allow infants in the rooms, so it is better to check […]