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Luna Atsumi

Luna Atsumi is a Japanese teacher at NihongoNana. She writes easy grammar and reading posts and teaches private online lessons, helping learners turn 'I don't understand' into 'I understand' step by step.

Blog in Japanese

今年最後のぽかぽか時間 – The Final Warm Moments of the Year

It’s December! The weather was warm, a peaceful start to the month. Did you accomplish what you wanted this year? Only one month left in 2025!

December 1, 2025 3 min read

Japanese grammar

Easily Say How You Feel: Hunger, Thirst, Tired

Express common sensations in Japanese like お腹が空いた and 喉が渇いた. Learn natural patterns to say you’re hungry, thirsty, tired, sick, and more.

November 28, 2025 3 min read

Japanese grammar

How to Say Hot and Cold Without Mistakes

Learn the difference between 暑い, 熱い, 寒い, 冷たい, 暖かい, and 温かい in Japanese. Easily understand how to describe temperature, touch, and feelings.

November 25, 2025 3 min read

Japanese grammar

The Most Confusing Japanese Wearing Verbs Made Easy

Discover how to say “to wear” and “to take off” in Japanese, with clear explanations by body part for clothes, accessories, and everyday items.

November 24, 2025 3 min read

Japanese grammar

The Simple Way to Say “If Only” in Japanese

Learn how to use 〜たら〜のに to express “I wish” or “If only” in Japanese. Clear explanations and examples to help you speak more naturally.

November 20, 2025 2 min read

Japanese grammar

Make Your Japanese Polite: Thanks and Sorry

Learn how to express gratitude and apology in Japanese with てくれてありがとう, てくださってありがとうございました, てごめん, and てすみませんでした.

November 18, 2025 3 min read

Japanese grammar

Master Polite Verbs in Japanese the Easy Way

Polite Japanese made easy! Learn how to use the ます form, create basic sentences, and speak respectfully in everyday situations. Perfect for beginners.

November 16, 2025 2 min read