What is Kanpai? Inside Japan’s Unique Drinking Culture

Kanpai! You have probably heard this word cheerfully hollered at bars or even among your Japanese friends. So, what does kanpai mean, and when do you use it? Are there specific manners for saying kanpai in Japan? It’s undoubtedly a part of the drinking culture that has developed in Japan over hundreds of years. So, […]

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20 Funny Japanese Puns to Know: Dajare

Ever heard someone say, “Miso love you!” and get a laugh? Welcome to the world of dajare, or Japanese puns, that play on similar sounds and clever word twists. While these jokes are often groan-worthy, they are embedded in Japanese pop culture, daily conversations, and even advertising.  If you love learning about Japanese wordplay, or […]

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10 Best Manga to Learn Japanese

For many of us, our love for Japan began with manga, whether it was action-packed cult classics like One Piece or something more niche in the shoujo (genre for young women) comics. So why not turn that passion into a way to learn Japanese? We get it—you might be thinking: Is that even possible? Don’t […]

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