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Japanese Writing System: Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana Explained

Hiragana, katakana, and kanji make up the Japanese writing system. When you start learning Japanese, figuring out how to read and write can feel overwhelming; after all, Japanese is completely different from the Roman alphabet! You then learn that there are three different writing systems used all at once. How is that even possible? Not […]
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Hiragana Chart & Quiz – Japanese Resources

Click Here to join our 30-day challenge to learn Hiragana Learn Japanese Hiragana and Katakana In this blog, we share our own PDF learning Hiragana practice sheets and links to some popular apps for learning Japanese. Just started learning Japanese? Head to our main article about the Japanese writing system for a more comprehensive guide! […]
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Learn Japanese Hiragana Alphabet: Wa (わ) Warai (わらい)

Alphabet is the foundation of English language, and the same thing can be said about hiragana in the Japanese language. Mastering hiragana is important for anyone who want to learn the basics of Japanese. As one of the two Japanese alphabets — right next to katakana — hiragana is used for both Japanese grammars and […]
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Learn Japanese Hiragana Alphabet | Ro (ろ) Rotenburo (ろてんぶろ)

Alphabet is the foundation of the English language, and the same thing can be said about hiragana in the Japanese language. Mastering hiragana is important for anyone who wants to learn the basics of Japanese. As one of the two Japanese alphabets — right next to katakana — hiragana is used for both Japanese grammars […]
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Learn Japanese Hiragana Alphabet | Ru (る) Routine (ルーティン)

Check out this article for an insight into Japanese hiragana, katakana and daily routine! Find out more about Yumi sensei's routine and her advice to others!
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Learn Japanese Hiragana Alphabet | Ra (ら) Ramen (ラーメン)

Learn about the Japanese hiragana character 'Ra' and the popular ramen! Disocver useful vocabulary for ordering ramen in Japan.
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Origins of Hiragana (ひらがな) and Katakana (カタカナ)

Click Here to join our 30 day challenge to learn Hiragana Origins of Japanese Written AlphabetsExamples of Change Differences between Hiragana and Katakana Origin of the Japanese Alphabets Originally, the Japanese language did not have a phoenetic writing system. Around the fifth century, they starting using kanji, ideograms that were adopted from China and Korea. […]
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Top 100 Basic Japanese Words

Learning Japanese can feel overwhelming at first, but mastering basic greetings and essential vocabulary is a great way to start. Whether you’re planning a trip to Japan, interacting with Japanese speakers, or just curious about the language, these words and phrases will help you build a solid foundation. At Coto Japanese Academy, we specialize in […]
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Kids Japanese Courses In Tokyo and Yokohama

Did you know that children between 7 and 15 are the best age to learn a second language? Introducing your child to the Japanese language can be a rewarding experience. It offers cognitive benefits and a deeper appreciation for a rich culture. At Coto Japanese Academy, we provide engaging kids Japanese courses for young Tokyo […]
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What is Your Name in Japanese? Japanese Name Generator and Katakana Chart

What is your name in Japanese? Use this Japanese name generator to find out how to say your name in Japanese.
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Expressing Who, What, When, Where, Why and How in Japanese!

Click Here to join our 30 day challenge to learn Hiragana How to Ask Fundamental Questions in Japanese: Who, What, Where, and More? More commonly known as the 5W’s and 1 H, these are more or less the essentials to almost every language when it comes to asking questions. In this blog, we’ll cover how […]
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Learning Japanese Through Games: Wagotabi

Learning Japanese can be a fun and engaging experience, not just a series of textbooks and quizzes. We know your interest in learning Japanese has sparked from watching Japanese anime or playing games made by Nintendo, Sega, or Capcom. In our previous blogs, we’ve also shared some exciting ways to start learning the language, such […]
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