Discover the 2025 New Words & Buzzwords Awards. Learn the top trending Japanese terms of the year and boost your language study with simple explanations.

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!

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?

Discover how to say “to wear” and “to take off” in Japanese, with clear explanations by body part for clothes, accessories, and everyday items.

Learn how to use 〜たら〜のに to express “I wish” or “If only” in Japanese. Clear explanations and examples to help you speak more naturally.

Learn how to express gratitude and apology in Japanese with てくれてありがとう, てくださってありがとうございました, てごめん, and てすみませんでした.