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June 2023

Tonikaku and Toriaezu: learn the difference between them, Tonikaku superhero, xfactor

2023-06-28Japanese Learning BlogsWe Language School

How to Use Tonikaku and Toriaezu To Improve Your Japanese Now!

Author: Mizuki Ichihira When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Tonikaku Akarui Yasumura-san Japanese comedian “Tonikaku Akarui Yasumura“-san, a recent finalist on the famous […]

2023-06-28NEWSWe Language School

Ukiyo-e Talk Session

The Japonisme Influence in the World. Ukiyo-e, the Japanese art of woodblock prints, notably influenced the art of European art icons like Van Gogh and Monet. At a time when […]

2023-06-27Japanese Learning BlogsWe Language School

5 Useful M-Words You Must Know When Learning Japanese!

Want to improve your Japanese conversational skills? Here's a list of 5 useful Japanese M-words you will use in everyday conversations!

Swim and meet whales in Japan in Taiji Town

2023-06-23Japanese Culture BlogsWe Language School

A Beach Where You Can Swim and Meet Whales

Explore the enduring bond between Taiji Town and whales, offering year-round sightings and immersive experiences at the renowned Taiji Whale Museum and captivating public exhibitions at Whale Beach.

2023-06-23Japanese Culture BlogsWe Language School

Wooden Jungle Gym Made by a Traditional Construction Method

Director Shinkai's latest work "Suzume's Locking Up" inspired by Japanese mythology, may reflect his feelings about the Great East Japan Earthquake.

2023-06-22Japanese Learning BlogsWe Language School

Japanese Vocabulary: 13 Summer Words You Need to Know

Discover the joy of learning Japanese by exploring the captivating Japanese Summer words like Yukata, Obon, Hanabi, Ajisai, and many others!

2023-06-21Japanese Culture BlogsWe Language School

Maunto wo toru [New Expression and Buzzword]

Author: Natsuko Seki When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. マウントをとるMounting Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word 　　　　　　 Furigana English Word Example […]

2023-06-19Japanese Culture BlogsWe Language School

Totonou [New Expression and Buzzword]

Author: Natsuko Seki When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. ととのうRevitalize Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word 　　　　　　 Furigana English Word Example […]

You can make your life spark a joy with the KonMari method

2023-06-15Japanese Culture BlogsWe Language School

“Tidying Up” Spreads to the World as Japanese Culture

Discover the global tidying up phenomenon influenced by Marie Kondo and her renowned KonMari Method, transforming lives by finding inner values through the art of decluttering.

shikata nai and shou ga nai, formal and informal use

2023-06-15Japanese Learning BlogsWe Language School

Learn Japanese Vocabulary Quickly: How Are “Shikata (ga) Nai” and “Shou ga Nai” Used In A Conversation?

Author: Mizuki Ichihira If you’ve ever watched a Japanese anime or movie or have visited Japan, you’ve probably come across phrases like “shou ga nai naa!” or “shikata nai.” These […]