Autumn in Japan
Many people feel that autumn in Japan is the most beautiful season. The leaves change colours in the many parks and mountain forests, and there are many seasonal fruits and vegetables that are very tasty.
You can hike up many of the easily accessible trekking routes as well as visit many of the celebrated temples and shrines with breathtaking scenery, and enjoy the joys of J...
Food accessories in Japan
Soy sauce containers and dispensers come in all shapes and sizes in Japan. It is a sub-culture in itself.
Part of the charm of Washoku or Japanese cuisine is the way in which it is presented. From colorful side dishes to stylish tableware, you can enjoy more than just the food.
In this blog for Japanese learners, Japanese teacher Sachiko Someya introduces one ‘accessor...
Coffee in Japan
The coffee industry in Japan has a long and interesting history. Introduced to the country by Dutch and Portuguese traders in the 16th Century, it grew in popularity, especially after the second world war.
Nowadays, large firms like Starbucks dominate the café style coffee drinking, and canned coffee is still also a uniquely Japanese product.
This blog for Japanese learners...
How to study Japanese Kanji
There are many ways to study and memorize Kanji. You can try to learn the radicals or practice the stroke order and write them our repeatedly.
Or you try to learn them organically by making note of all the Kanji you see if you live in an immersive environment.
Or you can do what this teacher recommends. Read this blog to find out the method a Japanese teacher employs...
Alternative medicine in Japan
Japanese people are very health-conscious and spend a lot of money on health products, supplements, and health treatments including massages. But in this blog by a Japanese teacher, you can learn about one health method which is gaining popularity in Japan and is surprisingly...free!
Listen to the blog and learn how to pronounce the Japanese. Learn new vocabulary an...
