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3 Amazing Bookstores You Need to Visit in Japan
Discover 3 must-visit bookstores in Japan, from stylish spaces to affordable secondhand shops, and find the perfect place for your next Japanese book.
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Explore reading practices, grammar breakdowns, and useful phrases to support your Japanese learning journey. New posts added regularly!
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Say “No” Like a Native: Useful Japanese Expressions
Learn different ways to say “no” in Japanese, from いいえ and ううん to softer phrases like 大丈夫です, ちょっと…, 無理, and more.
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Asian Games 2026: A Thrilling and Exciting Sporting Event
Aichi-Nagoya is hosting the Asian Games 2026! I went to watch cross-country and experienced the excitement of seeing athletes compete in person.
Japanese grammar
いい or よい? How to Say “Good” Naturally in Japanese
Learn the difference between いい and よい in Japanese, when to use each one, and why いい changes to よくない and よかった.
Japanese grammar
Reading Japanese Food Labels: Words You Need to Know
Discover useful Japanese words for food labels and packaging. Learn how to understand expiration dates, storage instructions, ingredients, and more in Japan.
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A Special Silver Week with My Family in Japan
Read about my Silver Week in Fuji City, spending time with family, eating sushi and yakiniku, visiting a sento, and going to our family grave.
Japanese grammar
〜てから vs 〜た後で: Japanese Grammar Made Easy
Learn the difference between 〜てから and 〜た後で in Japanese. Discover when to use each grammar pattern with clear explanations and examples.
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3 Popular Factory Tours to Visit in Japan
Explore three popular factory tours in Japan, from Pocky and chocolate to Cup Noodles, and discover how famous Japanese products are made.
Japanese grammar
Japanese Airport Survival Guide: Essential Vocabulary & Phrases You Need to Know
Learn essential Japanese airport vocabulary and phrases for your next trip! Master useful Japanese words for check-in, security, boarding, and more.