Pages for learning Japanese about culture, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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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.
Guide to keigo, Japanese polite and respectful speech, explaining its three levels: teineigo (everyday polite), sonkeigo (respectful), and kenjogo (humble).
A guide to 18 Japanese phrases with cultural significance, from everyday expressions like itadakimasu to philosophical sayings like ichigo ichie, explaining their meanings and how learners can use them.
Guide to classic Japanese children's picture books, bilingual editions that exist, and where to buy or borrow them in the US, Australia, UK and Singapore.
A guide to 19 beautiful Japanese words and phrases with their meanings and cultural significance, exploring concepts like ikigai, wabi sabi, and ichi go ichi e for learners interested in understanding Japanese culture.
Guide to Japanese particles with clear explanations of は, が, を, に, で, の, と, も, か, から, まで and へ, showing their functions and common distinctions that confuse learners.
Coto Academy offers Japanese courses for children aged 7 to 18, including after-school classes, seasonal immersive programs, and private lessons with experienced teachers in Tokyo and Yokohama.
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.
A curated list of 27 websites for learning Japanese, organized by type and learner level, covering courses, grammar, vocabulary, kanji, JLPT preparation, and audio resources.
Guide to Japanese pop culture including fashion subcultures, musical styles, and entertainment that appeals to learners interested in contemporary Japanese society and its global influence.
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.
Video content library with three series featuring drama, onomatopoeia lessons, and cultural insights for Japanese learners. Includes downloadable scripts and vocabulary databases with subtitles in multiple languages.
Interactive exercises accompanying the Genki textbook series covering grammar, vocabulary, kanji, and listening for elementary Japanese learners.
A curated collection of spring 2021 Japanese learning resources including theater streaming, podcasts, radio stations, YouTube channels, flashcard apps, readers, and cultural activity workbooks for learners at various.
Guide to Japanese workplace hierarchy, seniority systems, honorific language, and decision-making processes for foreign workers and advanced learners.
A course using authentic news stories from Hiragana Times to teach reading, vocabulary, and grammar to beginners. Lessons focus on heartwarming cultural topics with structured warm-up, work-up, and wrap-up phases.
Guide to Japanese language schools in Tokyo for foreign learners, describing eight schools with information about their programs, locations, and cultural activities.
Guide to Japanese etiquette and customs covering indoor, outdoor, onsen and business situations for travelers and visitors to Japan.
Twenty-one lessons teaching natural Japanese expressions used in everyday situations like workplaces, restaurants, and homes.
Overview of five traditional Japanese martial arts including karate, judo, aikido, kendo, and kyudo, covering their history, origins, principles, and techniques for learners interested in Japanese culture.
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