Past Blog Articles

  • Atomic Habits for Language Learning: How to Use Japanese Daily

    Atomic Habits for Language Learning: How to Use Japanese Daily

    Tracie Whiting Kipper reflects on James Clear’s “Atomic Habits” and its relevance for adult language learners, emphasizing identity over mere goals. She encourages creating a supportive ecosystem for learning Japanese through consistent reading, listening, grammar building, and real communication. Acknowledge setbacks and focus on integrating Japanese into daily life.

  • Resource Highlight: Learning to Read Japanese with Confidence and Fluency

    Resource Highlight: Learning to Read Japanese with Confidence and Fluency

    Learning to read Japanese can feel like climbing Mount Fuji—exciting yet overwhelming. With thousands of kanji, multiple scripts, and complex grammar, it’s easy to get lost. But fear not! The right resources can make all the difference. Today, we’ll explore my absolute favorite free tool for building reading confidence: Tadoku.org. Tadoku.org – The Best Graded…