Japanese grammar
Expressing Surprise in Japanese: Meaning and Usage of 〜なんて／〜とは
Learn how to express surprise in Japanese using 〜なんて and 〜とは. Clear examples, nuances, a practice quiz for N4–N3 learners.
Topic
Beginner
Japanese lessons and reading practice for beginners: simple grammar, everyday words and easy Japanese posts with furigana.
Blog in Japanese
年賀状の楽しみ方 – How to Enjoy New Year Cards
Learn about preparing Japanese New Year’s cards (nengajo) in simple N5-level Japanese. Easy explanation, traditions, and steps for sending your own card.
Japanese grammar
Stay Warm with Japanese! Easy Winter Vocabulary You Should Know
Learn essential Japanese winter vocabulary like snow, frost, ice, blizzard, and freeze, plus a simple story and examples to help you practice.
Blog in Japanese
今年のことば2025 – Japan’s Buzzwords of the Year
Discover the 2025 New Words & Buzzwords Awards. Learn the top trending Japanese terms of the year and boost your language study with simple explanations.
Japanese grammar
〜ぐらい vs 〜ごろ – How to Express Approximate Amounts or Time
Learn the difference between 〜ぐらい and 〜ごろ in Japanese. Understand how to express approximate amounts and time with clear examples and practice.
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!
Blog in Japanese
ブラックフライデーは日本で人気？ Is Black Friday Really Big in Japan?
Learn how Black Friday in Japan is calmer and different from the U.S., with small sales at malls, supermarkets, and online shops. Did you buy anything this year?
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.
Blog in Japanese
日本の冬の定番「こたつ」- Why This Heated Table Is So Popular in Japan
Learn what a Japanese heated table is, how it works, why it saves energy, and why it’s so popular in winter. Simple guide with styles and price ranges.