What’s the difference between kudasai (ください) and onegaishimasu (おねがいします)?

Basic sentence structure includes a noun, object and a verb, but what happens if you want to make your conversation more interesting and descriptive? 

How and where to celebrate Thanksgiving this year — with our favorite restaurant recommendations!

What to say and how to do it right when you resign from your company — without burning any bridges.

Learn essential Japanese words and phrases for the next time you need to do a bank errand in Japan.

Completing coronavirus-related procedures made easy. Downloadable PDF available.

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Do you want to pass the N3 Grammar section? We are happy to share that our JLPT N3 Grammar self-study course is now available. Enroll in this self-guided course and take daily quizzes that will solidify your knowledge of JLPT Grammar. What you’ll learn: Comprised of the most common grmmar points found on the JLPT […]

From visiting the hospital to buying over-the-counter drugs in Japan, daily tasks can be daunting if you’re not equipped with the right Japanese vocabulary.

In this cheat sheet, you will find more relevant cheat sheets for apartment hunting in Japan! Example sentences are also available.