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Over the years, Suwako Watanabe has watched how anime and video games can spark an interest in learning Japanese, leading students to explore new subjects like cultural linguistics, poetry and drama. ...

Let’s face it—Japanese can feel like a language that belongs in a different world. Three scripts (Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji), thousands of characters, unfamiliar grammar rules, and an entire culture ...

The start of a new year is the perfect time to learn something new — like a language! Learning any new language can prove challenging, and Japanese is no exception. Not only do you need to learn to ...

TikTok stopped being a "dance app" long ago — now you can even use it to learn a new language. Known for popularizing the term "quiet quitting," showing off flashy dance moves, and even helping people ...

Ikigai, a Japanese concept meaning "reason for being," encourages individuals to find joy and fulfillment in their daily lives by pursuing activities that bring together their passions, talents, and ...

It’s often said that becoming an expert takes 10,000 hours of practice, but not for Japanese artisans, also known as takumi. For them, becoming an expert is a lifelong mission dedicating oneself to a ...

Have you ever wondered why Japanese students excel in academics and problem-solving? It’s not just about studying harder—it’s about studying smarter. Japanese learning methods focus on long-term ...