Graded readers, easy news, guided reading and texts with furigana.
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Easy Japanese news articles with furigana and English translations for learners at N3-N5 levels. Each article covers current events in simplified language with vocabulary support.
A collection of 98 free interactive articles at JLPT N5 level covering daily life, travel, and culture, each with furigana, audio, and instant word translation for beginner learners.
A graded news story about a school torch relay in Aichi before the Asian Games, written for beginners with furigana, English translation, and native audio.
A collection of Japanese proverbs (kotowaza) with Japanese text, romaji, literal translations, and explanations of their meanings and cultural context.
Curated roundups of Japanese learning resources including textbooks, grammar guides, podcasts, graded readers, and ebooks for beginners and intermediate learners.
Video lessons featuring N5-level Japanese conversations with full transcripts and kana readings. Covers practical scenarios like self-introductions, restaurant ordering, shopping, and asking for directions.
Explains how the JLPT scaled scoring system works, passing scores for each level from N5 to N1, section requirements, and how to interpret score reports for test takers.
A blog post by the founder of JapanEasyReads reflecting on personal growth, language learning philosophy, and the development of accessible Japanese reading materials for learners.
A graded N3 reading story about a job candidate's anxiety before an interview, with furigana, English translation, vocabulary list, grammar explanations and comprehension questions.
A collection of 50 beginner-friendly N5 stories with furigana, audio, instant word help, and English support.
A collection of free listening lessons and practice materials including shadowing exercises, classic Japanese stories, and JLPT N5 listening practice for beginner learners.
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.
Collection of 230 Japanese reading passages graded by JLPT level from N5 to N1, with each passage containing at least 98 percent in-level vocabulary and optional translations and word glosses.
A directory of websites, tools, and resources for learning Japanese, including curated collections on reading in easy Japanese, Japanese culture, and practical vocabulary for natural disasters.
An introduction to rakugo, Japan's 400-year-old sit-down comedy tradition, explaining its history, performance techniques, story types, and international appeal for learners new to the form.
Category archive page with hiragana and katakana reading practice lessons, reading exercises using Japanese folk tales and children's stories, and game-based vocabulary learning for beginners.
A collection of short news articles written in simplified Japanese with furigana and English translations, covering current events in Japan.
A graded N5 reading story about Aya preparing a bento box and heading to class on a calm morning, with 16 sentences, English translations, and related grammar lessons for beginner learners.
Free JLPT N1 practice materials covering kanji, vocabulary, and grammar with instant feedback. Designed for advanced learners preparing for the N1 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
Free collection of graded stories at four difficulty levels covering everyday Japanese life, travel, culture, and social situations. Designed to build reading confidence from absolute beginner through intermediate.
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