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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.

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引っ越し – Moving

Moving can be challenging, but it’s also exciting. Learn how to prepare, handle procedures, and settle in smoothly to start a new chapter in life.

9 min read

Blog in Japanese

母の誕生日 – My Mother’s Birthday

Yesterday was my mother’s birthday. I bought her a chocolate cake and a pink scarf as a present. In the evening, we celebrated as a family. We enjoyed the cake, and my mother was very happy. It was a wonderful day, and I want to make next year even more special.

5 min read

Japanese grammar

Mastering Comparisons in Japanese: より and のほうが

“より” is used to indicate something is “more than” another, while “のほうが” highlights preferences or emphasizes a quality. “より” sets the benchmark, and “のほうが” shows which is better. Practice these to make effective comparisons in Japanese and sound more natural in conversations.

3 min read

Japanese grammar

Difference between もう and まだ in Japanese Conversations

The blog explains the differences between もう (already/soon) and まだ (still/not yet) in Japanese conversations. もう indicates completed or imminent actions, while まだ denotes ongoing or incomplete states. Mastering their nuances helps convey precise meaning and makes Japanese conversations sound more natural and fluent.

2 min read

Blog in Japanese

日本の学校文化祭 – Japanese School Cultural Festival

The Japanese school cultural festival is an annual event where students collaborate to prepare activities like food stalls, haunted houses, and performances. Families and friends join to enjoy the lively atmosphere. It fosters teamwork, strengthens friendships, and becomes a cherished memory for students, showcasing their creativity and effort.

4 min read

Blog in Japanese

日本での掃除の習慣 – Cleaning Habits in Japan

In Japan, cleaning is highly valued at school, home, and work. It fosters responsibility, teamwork, and family bonds. The year-end cleaning tradition, “Oosouji,” and workplace cleaning improve environments and relationships. Cleaning also promotes mental and physical health, reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being.

5 min read