お米が高すぎる – Rice is too Expensive
Japan’s rice shortage explained: 5kg prices jump 2,200–2,400 to 3,800–4,800 yen; heat hurt quality, supply uneven, panic buying spread;...
Two Ways to List Things in Japanese: と vs や
Learn the difference between と and や in Japanese. と lists all items completely, while や gives examples like...
夏休みの宿題 – Summer Homework in Japan
Discover how Japan’s traditional summer homework like book reports and kanji drills has changed, with less focus on assignments...
How to Use “する” Verbs the Right Way: 〜する vs 〜をする
Learn the difference between 〜する and 〜をする in Japanese! Simple rules, examples, and tips to use する verbs naturally...
川に行ってはいけない日 – Days You Shouldn’t Go to Rivers in Japan
Discover why people in Japan avoid rivers during Obon. Learn the cultural beliefs and real dangers behind this summer...
How to Use 〜ておく to Say “Do Something in Advance”
Learn how to use 〜ておく in Japanese to express doing something in advance. Includes meaning, formation, examples, and casual...
三大花火大会 – Top 3 Japanese Fireworks Festivals
Discover Japan’s top 3 fireworks festivals—Nagaoka, Sumida River, and Omagari. A simple guide for Japanese learners at N5 level.
Daily Japanese Expressions with the Body
Learn 10 common Japanese expressions with body parts! Discover natural phrases like 目にする and 腹が立つ to sound more fluent...
日本のトレンド – Here is what’s trending in Japan
Discover why Japan’s beloved “Chiikawa” is more than cute—its relatable stories and charm made it a hit nationwide!