Blog in Japanese
ブルーベリーパイづくり – My First Blueberry Pie
First time making blueberry pie! From filling to a small baking mishap, it turned out delicious. Next goal: baking an apple pie!
Topic
Beginner
Japanese lessons and reading practice for beginners: simple grammar, everyday words and easy Japanese posts with furigana.
Japanese grammar
Indirect Commands in Japanese: ～ように言う
Learn how to use ～ように言う to express indirect commands in Japanese, including how to say “I told someone to…” and when to use ～ように頼む for polite requests.
Blog in Japanese
文化の日 – What is Japan’s Culture Day?
Learn about Japan’s Culture Day on November 3rd — a national holiday celebrating culture, peace, and freedom with festivals and art events.
Japanese grammar
Master “〜による” in Japanese Grammar
Learn how to use “〜による” in Japanese to express cause, method, or dependence with clear examples and tips. Perfect for JLPT N3–N2 learners!
Blog in Japanese
日本のハロウィン 2025 – Halloween in Japan
Halloween in Japan 2025 is coming! From Shibuya’s crowds to USJ’s zombies, discover how people celebrate and enjoy Halloween across Japan.
Japanese grammar
Expressing Attempts and Intentions in Japanese
Learn how to express attempts and intentions in Japanese with ～ようとする. Understand its usage, examples, and how to say “try to” or “about to.”
Blog in Japanese
タトゥーがOKな温泉 – Tattoo Friendly Onsen in Japan
Discover 3 tattoo-friendly onsen around Tokyo — relax in Shinjuku, enjoy luxury in Hakone, or visit a local hot spring with Skytree views in Sumida!
Japanese grammar
How to Use 何か and 何も in Everyday Japanese
Learn how to use 何か and 何も correctly in Japanese! Master the difference between “something” and “nothing” for natural everyday conversations.
Blog in Japanese
穴場の紅葉スポット – Hidden Gem Autumn Spots
Discover three hidden autumn leaf spots in Japan—peaceful, beautiful, and less crowded. From Shiga’s temples to Tokyo’s lake, enjoy Japan’s quiet fall colors.