Do you want to learn Japanese but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve started learning but hit a plateau and don’t know how to progress any further. In either case, these tips will help you learn Japanese faster and more effectively! The Challenges of Learning Japanese When it comes to learning Japanese, there […]
Can you Learn Japanese and Korean at the Same Time?
The willingness to learn foreign languages at the same time is very challenging; it requires a lot of focus and dedication. But, the question is- Can you learn Japanese and Korean at the same time? Of course, you can learn Japanese and Korean at the same time. However, it is suggested to learn them separately. […]
Chinese or Japanese? Which Language Should You Learn First?
Chinese or Japanese? This is the most common question when it comes to food, fashion, music, brands, companies, and even in learning a language — and you are here because you’re definitely one of the curious ones. Even Westerners are confused if someone is Chinese and Japanese based on their looks. We know that both […]
Should You Learn Hiragana, Katakana, or Kanji?
We all know that learning the Japanese language is somewhat difficult yet interesting — and one of the factors that make Japanese a complex language is the writing system. In English, we have 26 uppercase letters and 26 lowercase ones — making it really easy to determine them all. If you’re used to the Latin […]
Do Chinese and Japanese Understand each other’s Language?
Sometimes when we are looking at a map of these two countries in Asia—Japan and China, we think that they are neighbouring countries. Yes, they are so close to each other. But most of us are mistaken in thinking that they share the same languages. It happens when at some point you are looking at […]
Can You Speak Japanese Without Kanji?
Japanese is a beautiful and vibrant language with many unique features and words that make it a joy to learn and speak. There are dozens of different accents and ways of speaking that can make your speech uniquely yours. The question is, can you speak Japanese without Kanji? The short answer is: yes. Japanese uses […]
Can Japanese and Korean understand each other’s languages?
Korean and Japanese are two different languages that are used in two different countries. The countries of Japan and Korea are geographically very close to each other. Upon their first glance, many people think two languages look similar. They assume the countries and their cultures are similar, too. The question is just how similar are […]