JAPANESE BLOG

Konnichiwa! Welcome to our blog all about diving into the awesome world of learning Japanese! Whether you’re totally new to it or already dabbling, this is your go-to spot for all things Japanese language and culture

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  Lucky vs Unlucky Numbers in Japan: A Cultural Guide

  Discover Which Numbers Bring Fortune and Misfortune in Japanese Culture Every culture has lucky and unlucky numbers. Although we don’t usually think about it, […]

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  What is the Best Way to Learn Japanese? Tips for Success

  There Is No Royal Road to Learning: Best Way to Learn Japanese “There is no royal road to learning” has been said about learning […]

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  Kimigayo 君が代 Explained: Lyrics and Meaning of Japan’s National Anthem

  Learn About Kimigayo: The Oldest National Anthem in the World Japan’s national anthem, Kimigayo 君が代 , is one of the oldest and shortest national […]

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  Level Up Your Anime Experience: 10 Japanese Words & Phrases to Know

  Learn the Language Behind Your Favorite Shows // Top Japanese Phrases for Watching Anime There are many unique terms used by anime characters and […]

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  Need a Boost? Here’s Our Top 5 Japanese Inspirational Quotes

  Empower Your Life: The Best Japanese Quotes for Inspiration One of the joys of learning a new language is discovering its proverbs and memorable […]

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  Sumimasen VS Gomen-nasai: Knowing How to Use Them

  Differences Between Sumimasen and Gomen-nasai Sumimasen and Gomen-nasai are both very common expressions of apology used in everyday conversation. These expressions will be familiar […]

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  Formal and Informal Ways to Say Goodbye in Japanese

  How to Say Goodbye in Japanese // Why You Should Say Say Sayōnara to Sayōnara! In Japanese, goodbye is said (Sayōnara), but as is […]

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  Understanding Kudasai Meaning in Japanese

  How to Use Kudasai in Japanese: Meaning, Variations and Examples  One of the most common and versatile words when learning Japanese is kudasai . […]

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  Nice to Meet You in Japanese 👋 First Impression Count!

  Learn How to Say “Nice to Meet You” in Japanese // Formal & Informal Phrases It’s true what they say – you only get […]

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  Formal and Informal Ways to Ask ‘How Are You?’ in Japanese

  Starting the Conversation: How Are You in Japanese When you meet someone in any country, it’s a pretty universal custom to ask ‘How are […]

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  Persistence Is Power: How Long Does It Take To Learn Japanese

  Know How Difficult Japanese and How Long Does It Take To Learn Japanese Learning a language is a hard and long road. No matter […]

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  Understanding the Meaning of Shogun and Seppuku

  What is a Shōgun? The Role and Significance of Japan’s Feudal Lords PLUS Seppuku Explained If you’re interested in the Japanese language or culture, […]

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  It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere: Cheers and Beer in Japanese

  How to Say Cheers in Japanese: A Guide to Toasting Phrases and Beer Brands Deepening friendships through drinking is a very effective way to […]

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  Moshi Moshi Meaning // Origin, How to Use It and Why Honorifics Matter

  Pick Up the Phone, Japanese is Calling 🤳 Moshi Moshi Meaning If you’ve ever watched a Japanese movie, anime, or perhaps had a Japanese […]

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  From Kirei to Uruwashii: How to Say Beautiful in Japanese

  Beautiful in Japanese // Top Japanese Words for Expressing Beauty in Modern and Classical Ways Whether you’re looking at a beautiful person or a […]