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8 Steps to Instant Japanese Immersion Without Leaving Home

As the old saying goes: If you can’t go to Japan, you’ll just have to bring Japan to you.

There …

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Japanese school vocabulary isn’t just for Japanese kids. If you intend to spend any time in Japan as a friend, …

By Andreas

Not everyone who learned to speak fluent Japanese studied in a classroom.

With all the resources available online these days, …

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お休み (おやすみ) or “Good night” is one of the most basic expressions in Japanese—but it’s not the only phrase that …

By Kirsty and

Ever heard of omiyage?

The literal translation of — omiyage —（おみやげ) is “local product” and is usually translated as …

Japan has a rich culture that spans thousands of years, with prehistory dating back as far as 14,500 BC.

With …

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If you’re trying to get the hang of Japanese, a proverb or two from Japan can help you pick up …