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The year might be coming to an end, but we hope your spirit in learning Japanese does not end this year, either! We want to be part of your Japanese learning journey!  From November 1st to December 21st, 2024, we are excited to offer several promos for our courses, including intensive courses, part-time lessons, and […]

When it comes to learning Japanese, the experience can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so many different types of language schools in Japan, choosing the right one for your learning needs can significantly affect how quickly and effectively you achieve fluency. This guide will walk you through the main types of Japanese language schools, […]

Omoshiroi is a Japanese word that means many things. It can be used to describe something as “Interesting, Amusing, Fascinating, Funny, Enjoyable, Entertaining, Fun” and more!The Kanji for Omoshiroi is written as 面白い and in Hiragana as おもしろい.Omoshiroi is an I adjective, and it’s a JLPT N5 Level Vocabulary word – so chances are, you […]

One of the four basic Japanese greetings, there’s more to saying “Good night”.

Aoi (青い) is a color that can often be said as blue or green, but what is the actual meaning and culture behind the adjective?

Japanese Rock Paper Scissors In Japan, “rock paper scissors” is referred to as “じゃんけん”(Janken).Although it is called different names in different places, the rules of the game are the generally same in every country.In Japan – Rock, Paper, Scissors – or Janken is used to settle disagreements, select participants, and determine the order in which […]

Ganbare (頑張れ) or ganbatte (頑張って) is a Japanese phrase that means “Come on!” “Let’s go!” or “Go for it!” in English.

Japanese slang is ever-evolving, often combining Japanese and English words to create casual, playful expressions. Knowing these phrases can help you feel more connected in informal conversations, but remember — slang is best reserved for close friends and peers. Using it with seniors or in formal settings may come across as disrespectful. New abbreviations and […]

Click Here to join our 30-day challenge to learn Hiragana Watashi? Boku? What’s the Difference? Are There Other Ways to Say ‘I’ or ‘Me’ in Japanese? There are many ways to say ‘I’ or ‘me’ in Japanese, depending on social status, gender, and situation. Usually, the Japanese learning textbook only shows the usage of Watashi […]