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25 Japanese Slang to Learn by 2023

Japanese slang words are often made by a combination of Japanese and English. Knowing the slang of a particular country can make conversations feel more friendly and informal. In Japan, slang should only be said to close friends and relatives as they can be considered rude if you say it to someone in a higher […]
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100 Most Common Japanese Adjectives You Need to Know

Expand your vocabulary with these 100 (plus!) essential Japanese adjectives, categorized based on topics. Na-adjectives and i-adjectives included.
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Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Adjectives: な and い Adjectives

Learn all the basic Japanese adjectives, ranging from na (な) to i (い) adjectives. Ready to express your thoughts with these common Japanese vocabulary?
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Migaku Browser Extension: The best for Japanese Learning

Ever wondered how can you learn Japanese while being creative and having fun all the same time? In fact, there are plenty of web browser extensions that you can try to better improve Japanese reading and writing. In this article, we will specifically be talking about the “Migaku Browser Extension” that you can try out […]
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Japanese Train Announcements (電車のアナウンス ): How to Understand The Meaning and Key Phrases

Have you ever wondered what Japanese train announcements actually mean? Check out our guide below to help you before traveling to Japan!
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ください (kudasai) and おねがいします (onegaishimasu): What’s The Difference?

What's the difference between kudasai (ください) and onegaishimasu (おねがいします)?
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The Ultimate JLPT Mega List You Need To Have

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101 Basic Japanese Adverbs You Need to Know

Basic sentence structure includes a noun, object and a verb, but what happens if you want to make your conversation more interesting and descriptive? 
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How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Japan: History and Favorite Thanksgiving Restaurants

How and where to celebrate Thanksgiving this year — with our favorite restaurant recommendations!
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15 Ways to Say “You” in Japanese

Want to avoid calling your boss darling? Read on to find out more.
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How to Quit Your Job in Japan

What to say and how to do it right when you resign from your company — without burning any bridges.
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Japanese Bank Vocabulary: Cheatsheet and Quiz

Learn essential Japanese words and phrases for the next time you need to do a bank errand in Japan.
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