Pages for learning Japanese about culture, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A graded news story about fugu fishing season in Japan, written in easy Japanese with furigana, English translation, and native audio. Designed for beginner readers.
Simplified Japanese news articles with furigana and English translations covering current events in Japan. Designed for intermediate learners at N3-N5 levels to practice reading comprehension.
A glossary of about seventy essential Japanese terms used in kendo and iaido, covering equipment, strikes, postures, etiquette, and competition vocabulary. Designed for new and progressing practitioners.
Guide to JLPT exam preparation covering test structure, five proficiency levels, and study methods for vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening sections.
Guide to the JLPT 2026 exam covering all five levels from N5 to N1, with information on registration dates, fees, exam schedule, and preparation strategies for learners at any level.
Blog category about Japanese language exams including JLPT, BJT, and NAT-TEST, with articles comparing test formats, explaining business Japanese proficiency tests, and discussing exam preparation strategies for.
Archive of lessons on Japanese culture, traditions, and daily life customs with vocabulary and grammar explanations. Teaches learners about visiting etiquette, seasonal celebrations, food culture, and social expressions.
Silver Week 2026 runs September 19–23, Japan’s first five-day September break since 2015. Full 2026 and 2027 public holiday dates, closures and travel tips.
Interview with five Japanese college students about their experiences learning English, covering difficulties, progress strategies, and how English compares to Japanese.
Articles about Japanese gardens, garden design techniques, and notable gardens in Japan and abroad. Helps learners understand Japanese aesthetic principles and cultural practices.
Guide to yūrei (Japanese ghosts) in folklore, covering their meaning, types, visual conventions, and stories.
An introduction to sado, the Japanese tea ceremony, covering its history from the Heian period through the development of wabicha, the rules and etiquette involved, and where to experience it in Kyoto.
Complete list of 1,675 JLPT N3 vocabulary words with readings, meanings, and example sentences, organized by word type. Serves intermediate learners preparing for the N3 level of the JLPT.
Blog post with ten strategies for improving Japanese listening skills, recommending podcasts, video apps, language exchange platforms and other listening resources for learners at all levels.
An explanation of Japanese bath culture covering onsen and sento facilities, bathing etiquette rules, and the cultural significance of communal bathing for learners interested in understanding Japanese society and.
An introduction to rakugo, a traditional Japanese performing art, using the anime series Akane-banashi as an entry point.
Blog with intermediate-level Japanese study content including vocabulary lists, grammar explanations, pronunciation guides, and links to learning tools like Japanese Vocab Maker for reading and vocabulary practice.
Akamonkai is a Japanese language school that offers Japanese language and business courses.
A bilingual magazine published since 1986 with English-Japanese parallel text, audio, and articles on Japanese culture for learners worldwide.
An introductory guide to kanji that explains why learners should study them and demonstrates how to memorize basic characters using visual patterns and memory tricks.
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