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Easy Japanese: Tsuyu ☔
June in Japan means Tsuyu—the rainy season. While the weather might be gloomy, there's still plenty to enjoy! Practice your Japanese while learning about the best places to see hydrangeas and how to navigate rainy days in Japan.

Mako
2 hours ago0 min read


A Guide to Japanese Onomatopoeia (Part 2) 🎶Weather & Actions
From "Zaa-zaa" rain to feeling "Heto-heto" after work, learn the essential Japanese onomatopoeia for weather and daily actions. Part 2 of our guide! ⛈️🏃♂️

Mako
5 days ago2 min read


A Guide to Japanese Onomatopoeia (Part 1) 🎶Food & Feelings
From "Fuwa-fuwa" pancakes to "Doki-doki" first dates, master the most essential Japanese onomatopoeia for food and feelings. Discover why these repetitive words are the secret to sounding natural. 🍰❤️

Mako
7 days ago2 min read


Why Japanese is Easier for English Speakers Than You Think
Think Japanese is the hardest language in the world? Think again! From loanwords to simple pronunciation, here is why Japanese is surprisingly beginner-friendly for English speakers.

Mako
May 33 min read


Easy Japanese: Golden Week🎌
Learn all about "Golden Week," Japan's biggest spring holiday season. We break down the meaning of the four national holidays, the tradition of Koinobori (carp streamers), and essential tips for travelling during this busy time. Perfect for Japanese learners with English translations and furigana included.

Mako
Apr 270 min read


Anime vs. Real Life: What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Copy
Love anime but don't want to sound like a cartoon in real life? Discover the essential differences between anime speech and real-world Japanese etiquette for learners everywhere.

Mako
Apr 223 min read


Binge-Watch Your Way to Fluency: Top Japanese Dramas on Netflix📺
Binge-watch your way to Japanese fluency! From "Old Enough!" to "Terrace House," here are our top J-Drama picks for learners at every level.

Mako
Apr 193 min read


Easy Japanese: Ohanami 🌸
Learn about the beautiful Japanese tradition of Ohanami! This interactive blog post covers the history of cherry blossom viewing, how to enjoy it, and the best spots to see blossoms in Australia. Perfect for Japanese learners with furigana and vocabulary tips.

Mako
Apr 30 min read


Master Katakana for Your Next Trip to Japan! 🎌✨
Planning a trip to Japan? ✈️ Katakana is your ultimate "travel hack" for reading menus and navigating stations! Master these essential characters with our new interactive quiz, featuring real-world examples and native audio.

Mako
Mar 272 min read


Easy Japanese: White Day🍫🧸
Did you get chocolate on Valentine's Day? Now it’s time for "Okaeshi"! Explore the unique Japanese culture of White Day and find out why the candy you choose might carry a hidden message. Practice your reading with furigana and instant English translations.

Mako
Mar 140 min read


Easy Japanese: Hinamatsuri - Doll festival 👧🍑
Discover "Hinamatsuri," Japan’s beautiful Doll Festival! This interactive guide in easy Japanese lets you click on words to see English translations. Perfect for learning about seasonal traditions while building your vocabulary.

Mako
Mar 20 min read


Easy Japanese: Valentine's Day in Japan🍫❤️
Discover how Valentine's Day in Japan is celebrated uniquely. Learn about traditions and customs of Valentine's Day in Japan with us.

Mako
Feb 130 min read


Japan Winter Holiday Survival Guide: Essential Tips for Travel in December & January ❄️🗾
This blog post discovers essential Japan winter travel tips for December & January. It will help you navigate holiday closures and cultural events with ease. This will make winter travel in Japan easy!

Mako
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Event in Adelaide: 20th Oct. Language Exchange at Japanese Garden
Japanese Language Exchange Event to make Japanese friends and practice your Japanese! Date: 20/10/2024 Time: 10.00am-11.30pm Location: ...

Mako
Oct 16, 20241 min read
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