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Top 30 Japanese Slang to Learn in 2025

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 […]

Japanese slang

Monthly Cultural Activity: Halloween 2025 in Japan

Studying Japanese involves more than just textbook exercises—engaging with the language and culture in real-world contexts. This month, immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit on Friday, October 31st, and explore how this festive occasion is celebrated in Japan. It’s a fantastic way to practice Japanese while experiencing a fusion of Western and Japanese Halloween traditions. […]

Halloween in Japan

10 Ways to Say I or Me in Japanese

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 […]

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