An Introduction to Japanese Chopstick Etiquette

How many times have you heard, “No elbows on the table!” or, “Chew with your mouth closed.”?

Growing up I …

6 Secrets for the Best Japanese Language Exchange

You can successfully order food at a Japanese restaurant, but how are your Japanese conversation skills?

If they need …

How to Order Food in Japanese Without Looking Like a Fool

I thought I’d ordered yakitori.

But what followed was a salad, vegetarian hotpot, and mixed rice with vegetables – and …

The Ultimate Japanese Vocabulary List for Soccer / Football

Like Japanese movies, dramas, and aizuchi, learning Japanese soccer vocabulary is another way to connect with other …

Learn Japanese with Movies: 10 Modern Classics for Japanese Learners

So you already like learning Japanese with dramas.

Another great way to improve your Japanese is to watch Japanese …

9 High-quality Resources for Japanese Subtitles (and How to Learn Japanese with Them)

Subtitles—a Japanese media lover’s best friend.

They can give your Japanese the boost it needs to eventually survive without them.…

Aizuchi: A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Grunting Etiquette

Did you know that grunting is a natural part of Japanese conversation?

If you forget to utter that “un”, “hai!” …