A message from Nana for everyone taking the JLPT tomorrow — trust your hard work, stay calm, and give it your best. You’ve got this!

Learn how to express wants in Japanese using ～たい and ～たがる! Understand the difference and see examples to speak more naturally.

Learn how to use ～てみる to say “try doing something” in Japanese! Simple grammar guide with examples, tips, and practice for all learners.

Tanabata is a Japanese festival on July 7. Write wishes on tanzaku and enjoy the romantic story of Orihime and Hikoboshi.

Sunny and hot after yesterday’s rain! Read this simple N4-level Japanese blog post with vocabulary about today’s weather and staying cool in the heat.

Went to see fireflies with my grandma on a warm summer night. We enjoyed the beautiful glowing lights and peaceful time by the river park.