Graded readers, easy news, guided reading and texts with furigana.
737 pages
Guide to the Japanese writing system covering Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, and Romaji for beginners. Explains what each script does, the recommended learning order, and common mistakes to avoid.
Guide to extracting and mining Japanese text from visual novels using Textractor and Yomitan, with instructions for Windows and Linux setups.
Guide to Japanese proverbs (kotowaza) with examples, literal meanings, cultural context, and English equivalents, for learners who want to understand traditional sayings and Japanese values.
Intermediate reading practice with a story about adjusting to Japanese bathing customs. Includes vocabulary, grammar explanations, comprehension questions, and English translation for learners around JLPT N4, N3 level.
A graded article about Prince Shōtoku and the fusion of Buddhism and Shintō in sixth-century Japan, presented in English and Japanese with audio.
Manga series about two step-sisters bonding through cooking and meals. Includes recipes and everyday Japanese vocabulary and situations for intermediate readers.
A collection of 35 JLPT N4 reading passages with furigana, vocabulary lists, and grammar notes, accompanied by comprehension questions in the exam format. Designed for intermediate learners preparing for the N4 level.
A collection of over 350 graded news stories in easy Japanese with furigana, English translations, and native audio. Designed for beginner learners to practice reading comprehension through contemporary news topics.
Essays on the etymology, usage, and cultural context of 632 jōyo kanji characters, available through individual purchase or subscription bundles. Suitable for intermediate learners studying kanji in depth.
Guide to comprehensible input strategies for Japanese learners at all levels, with recommendations for audio-heavy input in early stages, subtitle workflows, and tools for working with anime and native content.
Five full-length JLPT N1 mock exams and five shorter practice tests with real question formats, timed sections, and scoring for advanced learners preparing for the highest level of the certification exam.
A beginner's guide to kabuki that explains the art form's history, types of performances, stage mechanics, and practical advice for attending a live kabuki show in Japan.
Free online tool that breaks Japanese sentences into tokens with readings, dictionary forms, parts of speech, and grammar notes. Designed for JLPT learners to build reading speed and understand sentence structure.
Ten short Japanese stories with furigana, English translations, vocabulary lists, grammar notes and JLPT-style questions, designed for N2 level reading practice.
A blog about reading Japanese literature and graded readers at various JLPT levels, with book reviews, reading recommendations, and tools for learners including browser extensions for reading assistance.
App version of Hiragana Times magazine offering bilingual Japanese and English articles with audio for learners from beginner to advanced levels.
Collection of current news stories presented in easy Japanese with furigana and English translations for learners at N3 to N5 levels. Stories cover recent events in Japan and build reading comprehension skills.
Chapter summary covering Japanese nouns and adjectives, state-of-being conjugations, question formation, and sample conversation practice. Intended for beginners learning foundational grammar.
A reading and listening platform with over 1650 episodes of original stories in learner-friendly Japanese, ranging from folklore to thrillers, designed for intermediate learners with audio and comprehension support.
Ten Toji Fushiguro quotes from Jujutsu Kaisen with original Japanese, romaji, English translation, and grammar explanations, including notes on which lines are usable in real conversation versus only appropriate for.
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