Past Blog Articles

  • Unlocking Advanced Japanese Learning: My Go-To Resources and Techniques for Self-Learning

    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!

  • Embracing Your Nihongo Dreams: Overcoming Doubts with the Baku

    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!

  • Resource Highlight: Mastering Kanji with Heisig

    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…

  • Revisiting a Favorite Language Discovery Method

    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?

  • How to Build a Japanese Language Portfolio

    How to Build a Japanese Language Portfolio

    Create a Japanese language portfolio that showcases your homeschooler’s progress, achievements, and cultural experiences. Learn how to structure it using the Passport, Biography, and Dossier sections to build confidence and open doors to future opportunities!

  • 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…

  • Why My Nihongo Lessons Is the Best Place to Learn Japanese Online for Beginners

    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…

  • The Best Tools and Resources for Learning Japanese at Home

    The Best Tools and Resources for Learning Japanese at Home

    Explore the best tools for learning Japanese at home, from textbooks to reading strategies, and take your skills to the next level.

  • Sketching Me and My Possible Selves Tree – reflection

    Sketching Me and My Possible Selves Tree – reflection

    Your tree represents bright days ahead of you.    Don’t let  fear discourage you.

  • Sketching Me as a Japanese language user – Worksheet with Authentic Resources

    Sketching Me as a Japanese language user – Worksheet with Authentic Resources

    Music is not the only source for encouragement in Japanese society.  The image of the cherry blossom also causes one to pause and enjoy the fleeting beauty of the blossoms that only last a few days