Did you know that it’s possible to learn Japanese for free? All you need is an internet connection, some note-taking tools, and the desire to study. In this article, we’ll share the best resources for learning Japanese—completely free of charge! If you want more, check out our complete list of learning Japanese resources. Free Resources … Read more
Are you planning to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) but don’t know which level you should take? The JLPT test offers five levels, ranging from the N5 level (easiest) to the N1 (most difficult). Imagine this… You have four months before the next JLPT test. You feel that you are at an N3 … Read more
Everyone who studies Japanese always wants to know how long it will take for them to become fluent, or at least be able to communicate effectively. In this guide, we’ll show you how long it will take to reach fluency as well as how long it will take to master different levels of Japanese. Most … Read more
Do want to know how to learn Japanese fast? How about becoming fluent in 3 months? Or maybe you want to know the secrets to learn Japanese without effort? If this is you, then I apologize. You’ve come to the WRONG place. While there are ways to learn Japanese much faster than traditional methods, there … Read more
When I was learning Japanese, my go-to device was my Nintendo DS. On it, I used the game “Kanji Sono-mama Rakubiki Jiten,” an electronic Japanese dictionary and kanji translator, and I got my money’s worth. I used that baby every single day throughout college for my Japanese classes. When I lived in Japan, I carried … Read more
How to Learn Japanese for Beginners In this guide, you’ll find all of the resources you need to go from a beginner to a low-intermediate level of Japanese. While this guide is for beginners, it assumes you already know the basic fundamentals of Japanese. If this is your first time learning Japanese, check out our … Read more
Why Can’t I Learn Japanese? Have you been studying Japanese for months or years and feel like you’re not improving at all? Or do you feel like studying is pointless because you don’t really learn anything useful? If this is you (and I’m sure most of us have felt this way studying Japanese), there is … Read more
There is never truly an end to learning a language, and to me, that is precisely what makes it so exciting. You’re never done. There is always something new to learn, and you will always play the role of the student. I was always that kid in class who loved coming back to school in … Read more
What is the best way to learn Japanese? If you want to know how to learn Japanese fast and efficiently, this list of 15 tips will show you exactly how to do that. The methods covered in this guide are a collection of advice from Japanese teachers, people who have gained fluency in a second … Read more
Chapter II: Where to Start Learning Japanese In this chapter, we’ll show you what you should study for each level. If you don’t know where to start learning Japanese, this guide will help you. Absolute Beginners If you have never studied Japanese before, you’re in for a treat. The beginning of your journey to learn … Read more
Chapter III: 5 Steps to Mastering Japanese (Or Any Language) In Chapter I, you learned the basic formula and tips that will put you on the path of becoming fluent in Japanese. In chapter II, we gave you an outline of all the material you should learn and master at each level. In chapter III, … Read more
How to Practice Speaking Japanese if You’re Shy What if I’m too afraid or shy to speak Japanese with anyone? This is an issue that many people have. It can be difficult speaking to someone in a totally different language, especially if you’re a beginner. You don’t know many words and grammar patterns, so you … Read more
Chapter IV: Common Questions and Frustrations About Studying Japanese You’ll probably have lots of questions about learning Japanese. How long does it take to learn Japanese? Can I become fluent in Japanese in 3 months? What if I’m too shy to speak to anyone? In chapter 4 of the best way to learn Japanese guide, … Read more
5 Ways to Practice Speaking Japanese on Your Own If you have already read our “best way to learn Japanese” guide, then you know that I highly recommend you practice speaking Japanese with a teacher or tutor. There are so many great Japanese teachers online now that it’s easy to find someone who you can … Read more
How to Learn Kanji in Record Time Kanji. Just hearing that word brings fear and intimidation to many people. Learning kanji takes time, patience, and a lot of effort. The number of jouyou characters (common-use kanji) is 2,136. On top of that, most kanji have multiple readings, and some contain many strokes that you have … Read more
If you want to learn Japanese but have no idea where to start or what to study, this guide is for you. So let’s get started! 7 Steps to Start Mastering the Japanese Language If you are beginning your journey to learn Japanese, an exciting world awaits you. With Japanese, you’ll be able to live and … Read more