learning japanese (Page 3)
A cutting comeback from a Japanese-proficient foreigner leaves one man with a permanent emotional scar, but there are softer ways to make your point too.
Katakana is supposed to be the easy set of Japanese characters to learn, but there’s a huge exception.
Women have some strong opinions on which of the many Japanese words for “I” a guy should use when talking about himself.
With the imperial Heisei era over and the Reiwa period just beginning, this is the phrase to use.
There’s a beautiful reason why the kanji for cherry blossoms looks the way it does, and remembering it makes the character a snap to write.
Come for the twist ending, stay for a useful Japanese vocabulary lesson.
Kanji are one of the hardest parts of leaning Japanese, but they’re easier when they have move sets related to their meanings.
Yeah, yeah, people say Japanese is a hard language to learn. But Beni shows that even a humble pooch can pick up some vocabulary.
New rules aims to close loophole that lets language school students spend as much of the year working full-time as attending class.
Why Does Engrish Happen? is back with a look at what seems to be where Sailor Moon would park her car.
Four little, and polite, words are all you need to instantly convince a pushy salesman to move along and leave you alone.
Gomen and kudasai are great for travelers and students, but if you’re going to be successful and happy working in Japan, you’ll want to know these.
Can comedians Takashi and Saito-san use their power of alopecia for good, and get kids studying kanji?
MOST POPULAR
Now
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Studio Ghibli unveils cool Japanese fans for summer
Japanese politician arrested on charges of accepting bribes to reduce number of monkeys in park
Weekly
- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces- Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Monthly
- Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]- Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
- Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Yearly
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
RECOMMENDED STORIES
Japanese government wants overseas anime market to roughly triple in 10 years, but are they crazy?
What exactly is the treat known as a “kougnané” that’s sold outside Tokyo’s Yurakucho Station?
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Studio Ghibli unveils cool Japanese fans for summer
Japanese politician arrested on charges of accepting bribes to reduce number of monkeys in park
Schoolkids learn life skills through shopping field trips at street markets in Kochi Prefecture
A history of Japanese schoolgirls’ purikura sticker booth trends
Okazaki City gives all elementary and junior high students portable Vocaloid software
You can now get Poké Ball-shape diamonds for your rings in Japan【Photos】
4chan creator hands reins over to 2channel’s Hiroyuki Nishimura
Turn a rainy forecast into a blast at the Naruto & Boruto Ninja Village May Rain Festival 2026
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Gudetama: How did Sanrio’s lethargic egg become so popular in Japan?
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
-
