Discover tips, strategies, and deep dives into the Japanese writing system to accelerate your learning journey.
When deciding to learn Japanese, the writing system can seem incredibly intimidating. Here is why making Hiragana your first priority is the key to unlocking the language.
Mastering all 46 characters might sound daunting, but breaking it down into a highly structured 30-day plan makes it entirely achievable for any beginner.
Kanji isn't just abstract modern art. It is a logical system of pictographic building blocks. Learn how to use stories to permanently encode Kanji in your memory.
If you want to read a menu or buy electronics in Japan, you need Katakana. Learn the rules of how English words are transformed into Japanese Gairaigo.
Wa, Ga, o, Ni, De—particles are the most notoriously difficult part of Japanese grammar. We break down what they actually do and how to use them without thinking.