Pages for learning Japanese about culture, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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Video lessons from Erin's Challenge that teach vocabulary through situational contexts like ordering food, shopping, and travel. Includes downloadable scripts and supplementary materials for intermediate learners.
A curated directory of websites, apps and online tools for learning Japanese, organized by skill (reading, writing, listening, grammar) and device type including smartphones and games.
A six-day self-paced online course teaching Japanese slang and casual speech through dialogues and videos, with culture readings and quizzes. Designed for learners at N4-N5 level and above.
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.
Learn the true meaning of ukiyo-e—literally “pictures of the floating world”—including its Buddhist roots, Edo-period shift, subjects, techniques, and how to use the term correctly.
Grammar and vocabulary lessons drawn from popular anime series, covering character speech patterns, dialect variations, and fan culture terminology.
Glossary defining terms related to Japanese sake production, types, and characteristics. Serves learners interested in Japanese culture and the vocabulary of sake brewing and appreciation.
Guide to Japanese calligraphy as fine art, covering famous calligraphers from the ninth century to modern times, the philosophy of shodō, and the history of the tradition.
Japanese calligrapher offering online courses in calligraphy for learners of all levels, along with custom calligraphy services and information about Japanese artistic culture.
An illustrated essay on ukiyo-e woodblock prints that explains their history, production process, famous artists, and cultural significance for learners interested in Japanese art and culture.
Article explaining bake-danuki, the shapeshifting tanuki of Japanese folklore, including their origins, abilities, famous legends, and appearances in modern anime and film.
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.
Video lesson 23 from Erin's Challenge teaching intermediate learners to make suggestions to friends, with basic and advanced skits, key phrases, vocabulary development, and cultural content about Japanese entertainment.
Video lesson with photographs and explanations of Japanese home vocabulary and customs for intermediate learners, covering rooms, furniture, and cultural practices like bathing and shoe etiquette.
TCJ is a Japanese language school in Tokyo and Osaka offering business and daily life courses for expats, international students, and professionals.
The Japan Foundation, Manila offers Japanese language courses, teacher training programs, and proficiency tests for learners of all levels in the Philippines.
Profile of a certified Japanese tutor offering one-on-one online lessons via Zoom for conversation, JLPT preparation, and all proficiency levels from beginner to advanced.
Interview with a Japanese television sales worker describing the TV industry, company culture, and job responsibilities in the Kansai region.
JapanesePod101 offers weekly live group classes taught by native speakers in small groups of up to 5 students.
Grammar lesson on the word chotto and how Japanese speakers use ambiguous expressions to soften requests and politely decline. Explains cultural context and provides example dialogues for learners.
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