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Japanese Alphabet: Hiragana & Katakana (Full Chart + Guide)

Japanese Alphabet: Hiragana & Katakana (Full Chart + Guide)

Learn the Japanese alphabet quickly with full hiragana and katakana charts, pronunciation guides, and essential tips for beginners.
How To Say Hello In Japanese

How To Say Hello In Japanese

Here's a straight-forward guide on the most common ways to say hello in Japanese.
What Does 'Deku' Actually Mean In Japanese?

What Does 'Deku' Actually Mean In Japanese?

The term 'deku' has been popularized by the popular anime series 'My Hero Academia'. What does the word mean?
Family Vocab In Japanese: Terms For People In Your Family

Family Vocab In Japanese: Terms For People In Your Family

Here are all the important Japanese vocabulary words associated with family. Describe your family using this guide.
25 Best YouTube Channels To Learn Japanese (All Levels)

25 Best YouTube Channels To Learn Japanese (All Levels)

Looking for the best YouTube channels to learn Japanese? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best channels available for Japanese.
20 Best Resources For Your Kids To Learn Japanese (All Ages)

20 Best Resources For Your Kids To Learn Japanese (All Ages)

Looking for the best resources for children to learn Japanese? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best kids' resources for Japanese.
12 Best Podcasts To Learn Japanese (All Levels) In 2025

12 Best Podcasts To Learn Japanese (All Levels) In 2025

Looking for the best podcasts to learn Japanese? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best podcasts available for Japanese.
Learning Japanese? Here Are 12 Books I Highly Recommend

Learning Japanese? Here Are 12 Books I Highly Recommend

Here are the best books to learn Japanese from my experience. Whether your focus is grammar, conversation or reading, these Japanese books will help.
13 Most Useful Japanese Translator Apps, Sites & Extensions

13 Most Useful Japanese Translator Apps, Sites & Extensions

Looking for an English to Japanese translator? Here you'll find a list of the best Japanese translators (apps, sites and web extensions).
How To Order And Describe Sushi In Japanese (+ Read A Menu)

How To Order And Describe Sushi In Japanese (+ Read A Menu)

Want to learn how to order sushi in Japanese? If you're visiting Japan or heading to a Japanese restaurant, this guide will explain Japanese sushi types and menu items.
WaniKani Review: Excellent (But Ugly) Kanji + Vocab Trainer

WaniKani Review: Excellent (But Ugly) Kanji + Vocab Trainer

This review of WaniKani examines its course quality and effectiveness, answering the questions: is WaniKani worth it? Does it work?
Learn Japanese Honorifics: How To Show Respect In Japanese

Learn Japanese Honorifics: How To Show Respect In Japanese

Japanese honorifics are titles that can be used to show respect and courtesy towards people of a 'superior' social status in Japan. Here's how to use them correctly.
Japanese Onomatopoeia: Guide To Mimetic Words, Manga + More

Japanese Onomatopoeia: Guide To Mimetic Words, Manga + More

Using Japanese onomatopoeia, or words that imitate sounds, is a great way to add some flair and vivid descriptions to your Japanese speaking or writing.
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT): What You Need To Know

Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT): What You Need To Know

The JLPT, or Japanese Language Proficiency Test, is designed to help newcomers to Japan or those who wish to work prove that they're proficient in Japanese.
Human Japanese Review: Decent Software And Fairly Priced

Human Japanese Review: Decent Software And Fairly Priced

In this review, I'll walk you through my experience with Human Japanese (review) and tell you what I think of this popular Japanese course.
Honest Review of Nakama 1 For Japanese, Third Edition

Honest Review of Nakama 1 For Japanese, Third Edition

I had no idea about more complex sentences and phrases, idioms, etc. in Japanese until I used the Nakama 1 textbook.
Brutally Honest Rocket Japanese Review (2025)

Brutally Honest Rocket Japanese Review (2025)

In this Rocket Japanese review, I cover the comprehensive and structured course for all flexible learning styles. This is an honest analysis of its content.
30 Best And Worst Online Japanese Courses For 2025

30 Best And Worst Online Japanese Courses For 2025

Looking for the best online Japanese courses or classes? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best and worst resources for Japanese.
There's No Babbel Japanese But Here Are Some Better Options

There's No Babbel Japanese But Here Are Some Better Options

There currently is no Babbel Japanese but the good news is, there are some even better course and app alternatives for Japanese learners.
Marugoto Review: Surprisingly Good (+ Free) Japanese Course

Marugoto Review: Surprisingly Good (+ Free) Japanese Course

This review of Marugoto looks at its course quality and effectiveness, and its value as a free Japanese course option.
Best Apps To Learn Japanese In 2025 (Native Speaker Opinion)

Best Apps To Learn Japanese In 2025 (Native Speaker Opinion)

Looking for the best apps to learn Japanese? In this roundup, I'll share with you my list of the best apps available for Japanese.
Japanese Uncovered (StoryLearning) Review: My Thoughts

Japanese Uncovered (StoryLearning) Review: My Thoughts

This review looks at the popular Japanese Uncovered course by Olly Richards, that uses the unique StoryLearning method to teach.
JapanesePod101 Review: An In-Depth And Detailed Look

JapanesePod101 Review: An In-Depth And Detailed Look

This review of JapanesePod101 will closely examine its course quality and effectiveness, answering the questions: is JapanesePod101 worth it? Does it work?
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