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Common Katakana Words: 100+ Loanwords for Beginners
Learn common katakana words with meanings and pronunciation, grouped by food, tech, travel, and more. A simple list to help you read Japanese loanwords fast.
Read guideHow to Read Japanese Prices: Yen, Tax Tags, Big Numbers
Learn how to read Japanese prices, from the yen symbol 円 and 税込 tax tags to big numbers like man and oku, with simple examples for everyday shopping.
Read guideJapanese Worksheets for Beginners: Free Printable PDFs
Free Japanese worksheets for beginners, including printable PDFs for hiragana, katakana and kanji practice, plus tips on choosing the right sheet for you.
Read guideHow Long Does It Take to Learn Japanese? A Real Timeline
How long does it take to learn Japanese? Real hour estimates by JLPT level, timelines at 15 to 120 minutes a day, and a month-by-month beginner roadmap.
Read guideHow to Type in Japanese on Windows, Mac, and Phone
Learn how to type in Japanese on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android. Simple romaji input, kanji conversion, small tsu, punctuation, and a free printable cheat sheet.
Read guideIs Japanese Hard to Learn? An Honest Look
Is Japanese hard to learn? Here is an honest, encouraging look at kanji, grammar, and pronunciation, plus how long it takes and tips that make progress feel easier.
Read guideJapanese Counters: A Simple Beginner Guide With Charts
Learn Japanese counters the simple way. See the most common counter words, a full chart, when to use hitotsu, nin, hon, mai, and hiki, plus easy practice ideas.
Read guideJapanese Numbers 1 to 100: Full Chart with Kanji and Romaji
Learn Japanese numbers 1 to 100 with hiragana, kanji, romaji and a free printable chart. Simple patterns, pronunciation tips, and practice ideas for beginners.
Read guideJapanese Tongue Twisters: 25 Hayakuchi Kotoba, Easy to Hard
Japanese tongue twisters (hayakuchi kotoba) with romaji, meanings, and difficulty levels, plus a free printable practice sheet and tips for saying them fast.
Read guideJLPT N5 Kanji List: All 80 Characters, Readings, Meanings
The full JLPT N5 kanji list with onyomi and kunyomi readings, meanings, stroke counts, themed groups, and a free printable chart you can practice with at your own pace.
Read guideWhy Does Japanese Have Three Writing Systems? A Simple Guide
Why does Japanese have three writing systems? Learn how hiragana, katakana, and kanji work together, where they came from, and when to use each one.
Read guideSwitch Games to Learn Japanese: Picks by Level (2026)
Switch games to learn Japanese, sorted by level with furigana notes, setup steps, and a comparison table so you can pick the right game and start reading today.
Read guideGames to Learn Japanese for Kids: Picks by Age
A friendly parent's guide to the best games to learn Japanese for kids, sorted by age and skill, with free apps, video games, and offline play ideas.
Read guideGenkouyoushi Paper Printable: Free PDF to Download
Free genkouyoushi paper printable in PDF. Download A4 and Letter templates, learn how to use the 20x20 grid, and start practicing kanji, hiragana, and katakana today.
Read guideHiragana Practice Sheets PDF: Free Printable Tracing
Download free hiragana practice sheets PDF with stroke order arrows, tracing guides, and blank grids for all 46 characters. Print on letter or A4.
Read guideWhat Does Konbini Mean? コンビニ in Katakana, Hiragana, Kanji
Konbini (コンビニ) means convenience store in Japanese. See how to write it in katakana, whether it exists in hiragana or kanji, how to pronounce it, and how to type it.
Read guideShould I Learn Hiragana or Kanji First? A Beginner's Guide
Should I learn hiragana or kanji first? Most learners start with hiragana, then katakana, then kanji. Here is why, how long it takes, and where to begin.
Read guideWhen Do You Unlock Kanji in Duolingo? Section 1, Unit 5
When do you unlock kanji in Duolingo? You first see kanji in Section 1, Unit 5, after hiragana and katakana. Here is the exact unit and what to expect.
Read guideWrite Your Name in Katakana: Free Converter, Rules, Examples
Type your name and get it in katakana instantly with our free converter, then learn the sound chart, the long-vowel rules, and real name examples so you can write it with confidence.
Read guideConvenience Store Game to Learn Japanese (Free Konbini App)
Run a konbini, serve customers, and learn Japanese as you play. Kana Conbini teaches real kana, kanji, and store vocabulary. Free to start.
Read guideGames to Learn Japanese: Picks for Every Level
Games to learn Japanese, sorted by level and goal. Free apps, video games, and card games for kana, kanji, vocabulary, reading, and listening practice.
Read guideDoes Duolingo Teach Kanji? About 1,350, Reading Only (2026)
Does Duolingo teach kanji? Yes: around 1,350 kanji for reading, roughly JLPT N5 to N3, but never by hand. Here is exactly what it covers in 2026, what it skips, and how to fill the writing gap.
Read guideFree Japanese Learning App, No Subscription Needed
Looking for a free Japanese learning app with no subscription? See which apps are truly free, which hide a paywall, and how to learn without a monthly fee.
Read guideFun Ways to Learn Japanese: Methods That Actually Stick
Looking for a fun way to learn Japanese? Try games, anime, music, manga, and short app sessions, with a simple beginner path you can start today.
Read guideIs It Worth Learning to Write Kanji by Hand? An Honest Guide
Wondering if it is worth learning to write kanji by hand? An honest look at the memory benefits, when to skip it, and what fits your goals.
Read guideFree Kanji Practice Sheets PDF (N5-N1, Stroke Order)
Free printable kanji practice sheets (PDF) with stroke order and grid paper. Blank genkouyoushi, tracing pages, and worksheets sorted by JLPT level.
Read guideLearn JLPT N5 Vocabulary by Playing a Game
Build your JLPT N5 word base by running a Japanese convenience store. Spaced repetition is built into the play, so the words stick as you have fun.
Read guideKanji Stroke Order: 10 Simple Rules and a Free Sheet
Learn kanji stroke order the easy way: ten simple rules, animated examples, worked walkthroughs, and a free printable practice sheet for almost any character.
Read guideKonbini Vocabulary: 60+ Japanese Convenience Store Words
Konbini vocabulary made simple: a categorized list of Japanese convenience store words for food, drinks, the counter, and signs, with kana, romaji, and meaning.
Read guideLearn Hiragana Game: Best Free Games to Read Kana Fast
Find the best learn hiragana game for beginners. Free games, quick drills, and a simple weekly play plan to read all 46 kana faster and have fun.
Read guideKatakana Game: Free Ways to Learn the Kana
Looking for a katakana game? Compare free quizzes, matching games, and story play, plus a printable chart and tips to learn katakana fast.
Read guideBest Kanji Writing App: How to Choose One That Fits You
Looking for the best kanji writing app? Compare handwriting, stroke order checking, smart reviews, and price across the top picks, plus a free printable practice sheet.
Read guideSpaced Repetition App for Japanese: How to Pick One
A warm, plain guide to choosing a spaced repetition app for Japanese. See how SRS works, compare popular apps, and find what fits your daily review habit.
Read guideWhere to Start Learning Japanese: A Simple First Step
Hiragana, katakana, or kanji first? A simple beginner roadmap: what to learn in week one and the fastest way to actually start today.
Read guideWrite Kanji by Hand: The Best Stroke-Order Practice App
Learn to write kanji by hand with correct stroke order. Trace hiragana, katakana, and kanji to build muscle memory with Kana Conbini's writing mode.
Read guideHow to Practice Writing Japanese: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to practice writing Japanese by hand: stroke order, hiragana, katakana and kanji exercises, a 7-day routine, and free printable worksheets.
Read guideHow to Learn Hiragana Fast: A 3 Day Plan That Sticks
Want to learn hiragana fast? Use this step by step plan with mnemonics, a free printable chart, and short daily recall sessions to read all 46 kana in days.
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