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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The Kimono Through Time || Everything You Need to Know about this Japanese Icon
From Kimono to Couture: The Evolution of Japanese Fashion PLUS Modern Japanese Street Fashion No matter how familiar you are with Japanese culture, you’ve […]
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Best Instagram Account to Learn Japanese?🏆Our Winner Is…
Best Instagram Account to Learn Japanese is… This isn’t a paid promotion, this is our team debating the best resource on Instagram to learn Japanese.
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How to Say Merry Christmas in Japanese🎄Key Vocab, Phrases and… KFC?!
How to Say Merry Christmas in Japanese & Christmas Vocab Quiz! || PLUS What’s the deal with KFC? 🐔 🎅 Ho ho ho, ’tis […]
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10 Reasons Why Enoshima Island is the Perfect Destination for Your Trip
Enoshima Island (江ノ島) is a small island which is located in Kanagawa Prefecture. This makes a great day trip from Tokyo and in this article we explain why.
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How to Say Happy New Year in Japanese (+ Why Context Is Key)
Greetings in Japanese are very important and often carry hidden meanings; Happy New Year in Japanese is no exception to this rule!
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Top 8 ⛩️ Shrines and Temples to Visit in Tokyo and Kyoto
The 8 Most Exciting Shrines and Temples to Explore in Japan! Planning a trip to Japan? Want to soak in some of the Shinto […]
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Japanese Cooking || Our Top 5 Youtube Channels for Learning to Cook Japanese Cuisine
Learn How to Cook Japanese Food from the Best of the Best Japanese Youtubers Do you love to eat Japanese food? Want to learn […]
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Our Top 9 Japanese Manga Recommendations || Beginner to Advanced Level Japanese
Want to read manga in Japanese? Here are LTL’s best 9 manga recommendations for each level of learner.
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Senbazuru || The Art of Folding a Thousand Paper Cranes
Would you fold 1000 paper cranes for a wish? Welcome to the art of Senbazaru. Discover the rich history and cultural significance of paper cranes in Japan.
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How to Talk About Family in Japanese (+BONUS Quiz)
Level Up Your Japanese with Key Family Member Vocabulary || PLUS Test Your Knowledge Talking about family is often one of the first, most […]
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The Art of Stealth and Bushido || Samurai and Ninjas: Who Were They REALLY?
From Shadows to Swords: Uncovering the History of Ninjas and Samurai in Japan For non-Japanese folk, the terms samurai and ninja are very familiar, […]
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Japanese Loanwords 🤩 41 You Should Learn Straight Away
Japanese Loanwords are actually a great way to boost language learning motivation because it makes you realise you can still find similarities with English!
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What is Ukiyo-e 浮世絵? || The Story of Japan’s Most FAMOUS Artwork
Do you want to know more about Japan’s most famous work of art? What is so special about an image of a tsunami wave? Let’s answer all these questions and more!
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How to Experience Japan in London || 11 Things to Tick Off
It’s easier than you think to experience Japan. If you are lucky enough to have access to the UK, here are some ways to enjoy Japanese culture in London.
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Talking About Yourself and Others || Pronouns in Japanese
Today we will take a look at all the important personal pronouns in Japanese which include the likes of 私, 僕, 俺, 彼, and 彼女. Let’s learn Japanese together.