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Exploring the New Daiso in Olathe: A Fun Stop for Japanese Reading Practice
Looking for a fun way to practice Japanese reading in real life? A visit to Daiso might surprise you! With labels written in kanji, hiragana, and katakana—plus plenty of classroom tools, calligraphy supplies, and cultural goodies—this Japanese store offers a great opportunity to strengthen your reading skills while exploring authentic products. I recently visited Daiso…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Japanese
Cracking open my first Japanese textbook felt magical, mysterious, and completely overwhelming. If you’re just beginning or feeling stuck, these five reflections might give you the clarity and encouragement you’ve been looking for.
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Unlocking Advanced Japanese Learning: My Go-To Resources and Techniques for Self-Learning
truggling to find advanced Japanese learning materials? Discover how I use NHK News Web Easy, podcasts, and AI tools to boost my language skills. Join My Nihongo Lessons today!
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Unlocking the Secrets of Kanji: Learn Japanese by Exploring Bone Oracle Origins
When I first started studying kanji, I was incredibly curious about the origins of these characters. I remember seeing simple textbook diagrams—like a picture of a sun that transformed into the kanji for sun—and I kept asking: How did it all begin? Back then, research meant scouring through books and libraries, unlike today where everything…
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Embracing Your Nihongo Dreams: Overcoming Doubts with the Baku
Discover how the Baku can help you overcome doubts in your Japanese journey! Check out my lesson here!
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Coming Soon: My Ultimate Japanese Learning Resource List!
Looking for the best tools to learn Japanese? 📚✨ Get a sneak peek at my ultimate resource list, featuring books, apps, and study tools to help you master kanji, grammar, and more! Stay tuned for the full list!
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Resource Highlight: Mastering Kanji with Heisig
Overwhelmed by Kanji? You’re Not Alone! If you’ve ever felt like kanji is an impossible mountain to climb, trust me—I’ve been there. With 2,134 joyo kanji (regular-use characters) to learn, it’s easy to feel lost. But what if I told you there’s a method that breaks kanji down into manageable, memorable chunks? My favorite kanji…
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Revisiting a Favorite Language Discovery Method
Exploring Japanese Through Random Searches Sometimes, I search a random Japanese word just to see what comes up. One day, I found Everyday is Sunday by Saburo Shiroyama, which led me to discover Japanese business novels—something I’d never explored before. Unexpected searches often lead to fascinating learning moments! Have you tried this?
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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…
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Why My Nihongo Lessons Is the Best Place to Learn Japanese Online for Beginners
Table of Contents: Learning Japanese can feel overwhelming, especially for beginners faced with unfamiliar writing systems, intricate grammar, and a flood of online resources. My Nihongo Lessons videos simplify the journey by offering a structured, beginner-friendly approach that balances free lessons with personalized support. This blog highlights how my Patreon stands out by addressing the…
