Japanese grammar
Japanese Way to Make Apologies
Learn common Japanese phrases for apologizing, from casual “ごめんなさい (Gomen nasai)” to formal “申し訳ございません (Mōshiwake gozaimasen)” with examples and contexts.
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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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年末の過ごし方 – How to Spend the Year-End
Discover Japanese year-end traditions like major cleaning, preparing decorations, eating soba, and enjoying the countdown with family.
Japanese grammar
Japanese Counters for People, Objects, and Animals
Learn Japanese counters for people, objects, and animals. Master essential counters more to sound natural and understand Japanese culture better.
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Admiring Japan’s Autumn: The Beauty of 紅葉
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Japan’s autumn leaves, from vibrant landscapes to seasonal traditions and the best spots for viewing.
Blog in Japanese
好きな映画 – My Favorite Movies in Japanese
A story about discovering new movie genres with a colleague through shared film recommendations. Learn vocabulary for movies and emotions in Japanese.
Japanese grammar
How to Use 〜ている for Describing Ongoing Actions
Learn how to use the 〜ている form in Japanese to describe ongoing actions, habits, and resulting states. Master this essential grammar for natural conversations.
Blog in Japanese
朝のルーティーン – My morning routine in Japanese
Simple morning routine: waking up, breakfast, getting ready, and commuting. A short story perfect for beginner Japanese learners.
Blog in Japanese
友人とのランニング – Running with a Friend
Running with a friend is fun and healthy! Read about my morning run with Rina, the motivation it brings, and the joy of exercising together.
Japanese grammar
Telling Time in Japanese : Hours and Minutes
Learn how to tell time in Japanese: hours and minutes, AM and PM, half past, how to ask for the time, and useful time expressions, with exercises.