From double entendres, puns, paraprosdokians, spoonerisms, and more, adding wordplay, or kotoba asobi (言葉遊び), to your Japanese repertoire will spice up your language and express more of your sense of humor and personality. We naturally use play on words to tell jokes and have fun when speaking with our friends. And Japanese is no different. […]
What is your name in Japanese? Use this Japanese name generator to find out how to say your name in Japanese.
Want to learn Japanese hiragana? 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! Hiragana Learning Chart: Writing Practice PDFs If you are looking […]
Learn the complex art of apologizing in Japanese.
Of all of the existing Japanese particles, the particle の (no) is the one that is used most to indicate possession, such as my, your, or its. It can also be translated to “of” or “about” in certain contexts. As you move beyond beginner-level learning materials, you will eventually learn that の can be used […]
If you’re living in Japan, chances are that at exactly 5 o’clock in the evening, you’ll hear some music playing in the background.
Did you know how the Chinese zodiac signs are adopted in Japan? While the Lunar New Year is not widely celebrated here, the country adopted the Chinese zodiac around the 6th century, and it now has its own unique Japanese spin. There are 12 animals in the zodiac, with each animal having their own unique […]
When you think of Shinjuku, you might think of this iconic city center as a place known for its landmarks and nightlife, but it is also a place not just for the average businessperson, but for students as well. Naturally, there are many coffee shops and cafés where students can meet to work on assignments […]
