Pages for learning Japanese about culture, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A lesson on Japan's prefectures, regions, and main islands with kanji breakdowns, sound files, quizzes, and detailed information on all 47 prefectures for beginner and intermediate learners.
A curated directory of websites, tools, and learning materials focused on Japanese culture and society, including podcasts, YouTube channels, travel guides, and traditional topics like yokai and sayings.
A curated collection of websites and apps for learning Japanese phrases useful for traveling in Japan, including NHK World easy Japanese, travel vocabulary resources, voice translation tools, and regional dialect.
Counseling service that helps international students find Japanese language schools in Japan, arrange accommodation, and obtain student visas, with partnerships at 20+ schools and online courses available.
A blog offering practical articles on Japanese grammar, vocabulary, conversation, JLPT preparation, and Japanese culture for learners studying through online lessons, tutoring, or self-study.
Blog posts by a Tokyo Japanese language school covering business Japanese, workplace communication, phone etiquette, and practical phrases for expats and workers in Japan.
Information about J-Course, The Japan Foundation's official Japanese language courses in Sydney for adults from beginner to advanced levels, taught over four-term academic years with in-person and online options.
Maggie Sensei's lesson teaches Japanese vocabulary and phrases for shopping situations, covering store sections, customer-clerk interactions, and polite expressions for browsing and trying on clothes.
Guide to using ～たほうがいい for giving polite advice and suggestions in Japanese, with conjugation patterns, examples, and cultural notes on indirect communication.
Article explaining the differences between Nekomata and Bakeneko, two types of supernatural cats in Japanese folklore, with historical context from mountain legends to Edo-period art and modern depictions.
Guide to cultural etiquette and social customs in Japan for tourists, covering appropriate behavior in public spaces, dining, dress, and interactions with locals.
An essay exploring ma (間), the Japanese aesthetic concept of meaningful emptiness and pause in space and time, written for learners interested in Japanese aesthetics and calligraphy practice.
Article about ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging, covering its history, philosophy, spiritual roots, and major styles including nageire, moribana, and freestyle approaches.
A guide to websites that connect learners with Japanese tutors online, including italki, Preply, Live Lingua, and others. Describes features, pricing, and how to find tutors for personalized lessons.
A collection of guides for people planning to study Japanese in Japan, covering language schools, courses, visas, scholarships, and practical information for international students.
Blog article explaining common Japanese phrases and communication patterns that often cause misunderstandings between Japanese and English speakers, covering cultural context and pragmatic meaning beyond literal.
Explanation of the copula だ and です with meaning, conjugations, example sentences, and vocabulary list for JLPT N5 learners.
An introductory guide to Japanese calligraphy (Shodō) covering its history, spiritual significance, famous examples, and how to learn the art form through schools and courses.
Complete JLPT N2 vocabulary list organized across 27 themes with kanji, readings, meanings, and example sentences. Serves intermediate learners preparing for the N2 exam.
Explains the history, types, and uses of traditional Japanese fans from the 6th century to modern times, including their role in Japanese culture and where to buy them.
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