Hey Listeners! So you've decided to study Japanese, now what? Chances are you're looking to become fluent and conversational as fast as possible, right? Well then, look no further! This is the list for you! Without further ado, here are the top 5 shortcuts to learning Japanese! Click Here To Start Learning Japanese Right Now! 1. Create A Study Schedule And Set Some Goals: This one may seem obvious, but you'd be surprised how many unorganized language learners there are in the world! Creating a schedule allows you to manage your time wisely, enabling you to free up time to study consistently. Goals are also a key component of learning Japanese. These give you motivation and something to strive for. 2. Make It Fun: ... Show more

Click here to start learning Japanese for FREE! Japan is a country rich in pop culture, which has spread all around the world and had a big influence. Popular culture changes quickly and drastically, but who are the biggest icons from Japanese Pop Culture in recent years? Here is our Top 5! 1. ハローキティ - Hello Kitty Hello Kitty, also known as Kitī-chan in Japanese, is one of the major characters in Japan, and a symbol of “Cute” culture. Hardcore fans of Kitty are called kitirā (キティラー). Hello Kitty is popular overseas as well. For example, celebrities like Paris Hilton, Katy Perry and Lady Gaga are known to be enthusiastic Kitty fans. 2. AKB48 AKB48 is currently the most popular idol group in Japan, and known for... Show more

Click here to start learning Japanese for Free! Thanks to Japanese, we realize we miss a lot of words and expressions in our own languages. If you’re looking for Japanese words we should have in our dictionary, this list is for you! You can hear these commonly used words in anime or dramas. They are pretty easy to understand, but when it comes to translating them or to explaining the meaning, it’s a different story! However, we tried to find the best definition for you, so arigatou for your understanding! 1. 先生 (Sensei) "Professor” This word can be used for all the people that teach you something. A teacher, a doctor, a philosopher… everybody can be a sensei for somebody else. 2. お疲れ様 (Otsukaresama) “Good work today ... Show more

Click here to listen to the audio pronunciation! 1. おでん。- Oden. 2. しゃぶしゃぶ。- Shabu shabu 3. 天麩羅。- Tempura. 4. 寿司。- Sushi. 5. 焼き鳥。- Yakitori. 6. 牛丼。- Gyudon. 7. 蕎麦。- Soba. 8. 餅。- Mochi. 9. 納豆。- Natto. 10. おでん。- Oden. Click here to access this lesson for FREE! Here are some handy ways you can master the quotes with this lesson: Press the sound icon to hear each word and read along Review all words in a slideshow by pressing “View Slideshow” Listen to all the words in one lesson with “Play Audio” Add the words to your Word Bank or Flashcards Print the entire list out for your personal review Leave us a comment and put these quotes to use Speak and... Show more

Click here to listen to the audio pronunciation! 1. ツイッター。 - Twitter. 2. 伝えられなかった。 - Could not tell. 3. 侵略。 - invasion. 4. 便利。 - Convenient. 5. 出力。 - Output power. 6. 店員。 - Clerk. 7. 旅行。 - Traveling. 8. 暖かくなかった。 - Was not warm. 9. 駐車場。 - Parking lot. 10. おっちょこちょい。 - Clumsy. Click here to access this lesson for FREE! Here are some handy ways you can master the quotes with this lesson: Press the sound icon to hear each word and read along Review all words in a slideshow by pressing “View Slideshow” Listen to all the words in one lesson with “Play Audio” Add the words to your Word Bank or Flashcards Print the entire list out for... Show more

For many Japanese learners, traveling to Japan is a main source of motivation. So, why not learn about the top places to visit when you get there!? Here our the top 5 places you need to visit when you go to Japan! Click Here To Learn Japanese For FREE! 1. Kyoto Japan's formal capital, Kyoto is perhaps the most historical city in the entire country. Famous for its legendary temples and ancient aesthetic, Kyoto is a must-see city in Japan. Kyoto is known around Japan as the "thousand-year capital." 2. Tokyo This one is a no-brainer. Tokyo is regarded by many as the largest city in the world. If you want to see a futuristic metropolis that looks like it's straight out of a video game, look no further! 3. Osaka Osaka is... Show more

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Are you currently debating whether or not to learn Japanese? You aren't alone. Learning a new language requires a huge investment of time, and often money as well. That's why so many people are hesitant to spend the amount of effort required to become fluent in another language. However, learning a new language can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life and there are a number of reasons why you should start studying one... and start studying now! Click Here And Start Learning Japanese With A FREE Account! More Opportunities That's right. It's not rocket science. A new language can open up many new doors. You're able to work in countries other than your own, leading to a world of new opportunities. It can also... Show more

Hello Listeners, When it comes to listening to and understanding Japanese, most beginners struggle. They hear the few words they know. And the rest just fly in one ear and out the other. Does this happen to you too? In this post,  you’re going to learn about 3 tactics that are guaranteed to sharpen your listening comprehension skills! 1. Try Our Listening Comprehension Series Click Here To Check Out Our Absolute Beginner Videos! This is a complete lesson series dedicated purely to testing and improving your listening skills. You can find all of the videos from this series in the “Bonus Video Lessons” section of our site! In the video lesson, you’ll hear a dialogue in your target language. Then, you’ll be asked to answer... Show more

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