Japanese grammar
Mastering Japanese Conversations: Aizuchi
Learn how to use aizuchi—Japanese listening cues—to show interest and keep conversations natural and polite. Master these key phrases today!
Topic
Beginner
Japanese lessons and reading practice for beginners: simple grammar, everyday words and easy Japanese posts with furigana.
Blog in Japanese
日本の雨の季節 – Rainy season in Japan
Learn about Japan’s rainy season (tsuyu): when it is, what the weather is like, and how people prepare for and enjoy this unique time of year.
Japanese grammar
How to Use ～やすい ～にくい in Japanese
Learn how to use ～やすい and ～にくい in Japanese to say something is easy or hard to do. Simple explanations and examples for beginners!
Japanese grammar
Japanese Phrases to Invite Friends Over
Learn natural Japanese phrases to invite friends over! From casual to polite, master expressions for parties, meals, and hangouts with real examples.
Japanese grammar
The Difference Between そうです and だそうです
Learn the key difference between そうです and だそうです in Japanese. Understand when to use each for reporting hearsay with nouns, verbs, and adjectives!
Japanese grammar
Transitive vs. Intransitive Verbs
Learn the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs in Japanese with clear examples, tips, and a quick practice quiz to boost your grammar skills!
Blog in Japanese
私の誕生日 – My Birthday
It was my birthday today! I appreciate all the people who support what I do and I promise to keep supporting you guys too!
Japanese grammar
Asking for Permission in Japanese: ～てもいいですか
Learn how to ask for permission politely in Japanese using ～てもいいですか. Includes examples, verb forms, and tips for everyday conversation!
Japanese grammar
How to Say “Let’s do” in Japanese: 〜ましょう / 〜よう
Learn how to say “Let’s do” in Japanese using ～ましょう and ～よう. Understand the difference between polite and casual forms with easy examples.