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First Sounds and Greetings
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First Sounds and Greetings
10 lessons- 1
Hello and Goodbye
Learn to greet and say goodbye in Japanese with こんにちは, おはようございます, こんばんは, and さようなら. Master polite and casual forms for friends, elders, and staff.
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Introduce Yourself
Learn to introduce yourself in Japanese with 私は〜です and 〜から来ました, then ask お名前は何ですか and どこから来ましたか in polite beginner conversation.
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Basic Vowel Sounds
Master the five Japanese vowels and use them to say 今 (ima, now) and 本当に (hontō ni, really) with clear rhythm and pitch.
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Responding to Greetings
Learn to reply to common Japanese greetings with short, natural responses and follow-up questions. Master 'Genki desu' and 'Anata wa?' to keep conversations flowing.
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Using Excuse Me
Learn sumimasen, chotto sumimasen, and sumimasen ga to get attention, pass through a crowd, or interrupt politely in Japanese. Includes register notes and a practical dialogue.
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Asking Yes/No Questions
Learn to turn Japanese statements into simple yes/no questions using か, and answer them naturally with はい and いいえ.
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Counting 1 to 10
Learn Japanese numbers one through ten, their readings, and how to count fingers, books, and other common items using basic counters.
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Responding to Apologies
Learn to accept an apology naturally in Japanese with 大丈夫です, 気にしないで, and 全然大丈夫, and choose the right register for friends, coworkers, and strangers.
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Basic Consonant Sounds
Learn to hear and say Japanese p and b clearly, with practical examples and a dialogue to practice.
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Asking How to Pronounce a Word
Learn to ask how a Japanese word is pronounced and repeat it back for confirmation, using 何と読みますか and 〜ですね. Perfect for building pronunciation confidence.
First Bites: Essential Food Basics
10 lessons- 11
Name Common Foods
Learn to name 10 common foods in Japanese and use the verbs tabemasu (eat) and suki desu (like) to talk about them.
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Express Basic Tastes
Learn to describe the basic taste of food in Japanese using kore wa ___ desu and ___ no aji ga shimasu, so you can talk about what a dish is like rather than whether you like it.
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State Food Preferences
Learn the Japanese patterns for saying you like or dislike a food, using suki and kirai with common dishes. Beginner level, with polite forms and practice.
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Order at a Cafe
Learn to order a drink in Japanese, specify a size or option, and ask the price politely using 〜をください, 〜でお願いします, and いくらですか.
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Ask for the Bill
Learn to request the check and ask about payment methods in Japanese restaurants. Master お会計お願いします, カードで払えますか, and polite variations for ending a meal smoothly.
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Identify Meal Times
Learn to name the four meals in Japanese and say when you eat them using simple time patterns like asa, hiru, ban, and yoru.
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Say What You Eat for Breakfast
Learn the Japanese pattern for describing your breakfast: asagohan ni ___ o tabemasu / nomimasu, with common breakfast foods and drinks.
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Ask Someone Their Favorite Food
Learn to ask 'What is your favorite food?' in Japanese and answer with common foods. Practice polite conversation patterns for asking others' preferences.
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Express Hunger and Thirst
Learn to express hunger and thirst in Japanese with onaka ga suita and nodo ga kawaita, ask others how they feel, and understand why these differ from ordering food or drinks.
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Name Common Drinks
Learn six common Japanese drink words and the pattern 'I drink ___' using the particle o with the verb nomimasu, with polite and casual forms.
Getting Around: Basic Transport
10 lessons- 21
Buying a Single Ticket
Learn to buy a one-way ticket for local transport in Japanese. Master katakana ワンウェイ, the particle を, and polite requests like お願いします. Compare with return tickets later.
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Buying a Return Ticket
Learn to ask for a round-trip ticket in Japanese, including return date and time, using polite beginner-friendly phrases and counters.
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Asking the Price of a Ticket
Learn to ask 'How much is a ticket to ...?' in Japanese with the pattern 〜までいくらですか, understand the answer in yen, and ask a polite follow-up.
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Asking About Departure Time
Learn to ask what time the next bus or train departs in Japanese, understand simple schedule answers, and avoid confusing departure time with arrival time.
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Asking About Arrival Time
Learn to ask arrival times in Japanese with 何時に着きますか and 何時に来ますか. Practice bus and train arrival questions, understand duration, and use かかります for travel time.
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Finding the Platform
Learn to ask 'Which platform is the train to ___ on?' in Japanese, understand platform numbers, and read station signs at beginner level.
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Asking for the Next Stop
Learn the beginner Japanese question 次の駅は何ですか (tsugi no eki wa nan desu ka) and its bus version, plus how to catch and confirm stop names while riding trains and buses in Japan.
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Asking to Be Notified of Your Stop
Learn beginner Japanese for asking a bus or taxi driver to let you know when to get off, plus how to understand their confirmation and thank them politely.
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Buying a Metro Ticket
Learn to ask for a metro ticket in Japanese, name your destination, and understand fare and zone options at the ticket machine or counter.
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Asking for a Taxi
Learn to say 'I need a taxi to...' in Japanese, ask for estimated arrival time, and handle phone or taxi stand requests with confidence.
Foundations of Social Interaction
10 lessons- 31
Greeting Friends Casually
Learn casual Japanese greetings like やあ, おーい, 元気？, and どう？ for friends and peers, and practice them at different times of day.
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Introducing Yourself Socially
Learn to say your name, where you're from, and one hobby in a friendly, casual Japanese introduction. Perfect for beginners making friends.
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Asking Basic Personal Questions
Learn open-ended Japanese questions to ask about someone's job, major, nationality, age, and hobbies, with polite patterns and a natural dialogue.
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Responding to 'How Are You?'
Learn to respond to 'How are you?' in casual Japanese with variations like 'Pretty good, thanks!' or 'A bit tired today,' and how to ask the question back.
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Saying Goodbye in Social Settings
Learn relaxed Japanese farewells for leaving a gathering politely, including jaa ne, mata ne, and osaki ni shitsurei shimasu, with notes on when each fits.
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Expressing Thanks Casually
Learn casual Japanese thanks like ありがとう and 助かる for small favors among friends, and see how they differ from formal ありがとうございます in tone and endings.
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Apologizing to Friends
Learn to say 'Sorry I'm late!' and 'My bad' in casual Japanese, and how to respond when someone apologizes to you. Perfect for everyday situations with friends.
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Giving Compliments to Peers
Learn to give sincere, specific compliments in Japanese and accept them naturally. Practice phrases for appearance, skills, and possessions, and distinguish compliments from flattery.
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Inviting a Friend to Hang Out
Learn to ask someone out in Japanese casually: use 〜ない？ and どう？ to suggest coffee or weekend plans, and tell formal invitations apart from spontaneous, low-pressure ones.
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Accepting and Declining Invitations
Learn to accept enthusiastically and decline politely in casual Japanese invitations. Master phrases like 'Zenzen ii yo!' and 'Gomen, chotto...' for flexible, friendly responses.
First Encounters: Polite Basics
10 lessons- 41
Formal vs. Informal Greetings
Learn to choose between formal and informal Japanese greetings like おはようございます and おはよう, and know when each is appropriate based on context and relationship.
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Introducing Yourself: Name and Basic Info
Learn to introduce yourself in Japanese with です, say your name and nationality, choose formal or casual endings, and respond naturally when someone introduces themselves to you.
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Asking Someone's Name Politely
Learn to ask someone's name in Japanese with formal and casual patterns. Understand politeness levels, use お名前は何ですか and 名前は？, and practice with a dialogue.
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Saying Please and Thank You
Learn how to order food politely in Japanese with お願いします and ください, and how to say a warm, polite thank you with ありがとうございます, including replies to thanks and register choices.
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Apologizing for Simple Mistakes
Learn to apologize in Japanese for small errors like bumping into someone or being late. Master formal and informal phrases, bowing, and appropriate responses.
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Using 'Excuse Me' to Get Attention
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese phrases to politely get attention in public or interrupt a conversation, including sumimasen, chotto sumimasen, and shitsurei shimasu, with clear usage notes.
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Polite and Casual Requests
Learn how one request changes from casual to polite Japanese by adjusting verb forms, sentence endings, and softeners for friends, colleagues, and strangers.
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Responding to Thanks
Reply to Japanese thanks with どういたしまして, いいえ、とんでもないです and いいよ. Hear the differences and practise the recorded exchange.
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Saying Goodbye: Formal and Informal
Learn to say goodbye in Japanese with the right politeness for the setting. Master 失礼します, さようなら, じゃあね, and お先に失礼します.
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Small Talk About the Weather
Learn beginner Japanese weather phrases to start brief, polite small talk: ask about today's weather, agree, and end the exchange naturally with desu and ne.
Building Simple Sentences
10 lessons- 51
Subject-Verb-Object Order
Learn how to build basic Japanese declarative sentences with the subject-object-verb order. Practice using particles は and を to say what you eat, drink, or read.
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Using This, That, These, Those
Learn the difference between kore and kono, and use kore, sore, are, kono, sono, ano to point out things near and far. Includes polite questions for staff.
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Plural Nouns Basics
Learn how Japanese marks 'more than one' with counters, numbers and context instead of adding -s or -es, and practise common everyday nouns.
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There Is / There Are
Learn to state that people, animals, places and things exist or are present in Japanese using あります and います, with particles が and に, and location phrases like ちかくに.
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Have and Has for Possession
Learn to say what people have in Japanese using 持っている (motte iru), including how it changes for different subjects like 'I have' and 'she has'.
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Question Words: Who, What, Where
Learn to form Japanese wh-questions with だれ, なに, and どこ using simple verbs like 住む (sumu, to live). Compare them with yes/no questions and practice polite forms.
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Short Answers: Yes, I Do
Learn natural Japanese short answers for yes/no questions. Use はい, ええ, うん, and そう to reply politely and concisely, with register guidance for beginners.
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Adjective Word Order
Learn the natural order of Japanese adjectives before a noun, focusing on opinion, size, age, and color, with examples like 'a lovely small old wooden table'.
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Prepositions of Time: In, On, At
Learn Japanese time particles with recorded examples for seven o’clock, Monday, July and tomorrow, plus は for time topics and contrasts.
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Possessive 's and Of
Learn how to express possession in Japanese using the particle の, equivalent to English 's and 'of' phrases. Master phrases like 'Maria's bag' and 'the end of the film'.
Everyday Eating: Simple Requests and Choices
10 lessons- 61
Request a Specific Food Item
Learn to ask for any food or drink in Japanese with hoshii and onegaishimasu, using coffee and apple examples that work in homes, shops and anywhere else.
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Ask for More Food
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to request another serving or refill, such as Mō hitotsu onegaishimasu and Okawari o onegaishimasu, with polite restaurant and home usage.
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Decline Food Politely
Learn to politely decline food in Japanese using 結構です (kekkō desu) and お腹いっぱいです (onaka ippai desu). Understand when to use each and avoid common mistakes.
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Ask About Ingredients
Learn to ask what's inside a dish and whether it contains a specific ingredient in Japanese. Master common food words and the patterns 〜は何ですか and 〜が入っていますか.
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Express Simple Dietary Needs
Learn the beginner Japanese pattern for stating personal food restrictions: meat, dairy, and nuts, with polite forms for restaurants and hosts.
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Choose Between Two Options
Learn beginner Japanese for picking between two dishes: order one with ... o kudasai or ... ni shimasu, and state a preference with no hō ga suki desu. Includes polite restaurant dialogue and common mistakes.
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Ask for a Recommendation
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask staff or friends for recommendations, such as Osusume wa nan desu ka, and understand how this differs from simply ordering.
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Describe a Simple Dish
Learn to describe food's overall qualities in Japanese with four beginner adjectives: あつい (hot), つめたい (cold), しんせん (fresh), and おいしい (delicious), including polite past forms and natural word order.
- 69
Ask for Utensils
Learn to ask for dining utensils and table items in Japanese using the polite pattern 'Fōku o moraemasu ka' and its variants, with clear pronunciation and usage notes.
- 70
Say Something Is Missing
Learn to tell restaurant or shop staff that an item is missing from your order using ～が来ていません and ～をもらっていません, with polite beginner-level Japanese.
Accommodation Basics
10 lessons- 71
Booking a Hotel Room
Learn to reserve a hotel room in Japanese: say 'I'd like to book a room for two nights,' ask about room types, and confirm availability politely.
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Asking About Room Availability
Learn to ask 'Do you have any rooms available?' in Japanese and understand common yes/no replies, focusing on inquiry rather than booking.
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Asking for the Room Key
Learn beginner Japanese for hotel check-in: request the key to room 205, understand key card instructions, and use polite request patterns naturally.
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Asking About Check-Out Time
Learn to ask what time check-out is in Japanese, understand late check-out requests, and handle basic hotel policy questions politely at the front desk.
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Asking for Extra Towels
Learn beginner Japanese for asking housekeeping for two more towels, understanding delivery timing, and requesting other room amenities politely at hotels.
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Reporting a Problem in the Room
Learn to say the air conditioning isn't working and that there's no hot water in Japanese, ask when a repair will happen, and tell repairs apart from requests for items.
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Asking About Breakfast Included
Learn to ask if breakfast is included at a Japanese hotel, understand typical serving times, and choose between Japanese and Western breakfast options.
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Asking for a Wake-Up Call
Learn to request a wake-up call at a hotel in Japanese, confirm the time, and understand why this differs from setting a phone alarm.
- 79
Asking to Store Luggage
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask if you can store your bags at a hotel or station before check-in or after check-out, and how to ask when you can pick them up.
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Extending Your Stay
Learn beginner Japanese for asking to stay extra nights at a hotel, checking room availability, and confirming a new checkout date, with polite patterns for the front desk.
Everyday Social Conversations
10 lessons- 81
Talking About Hobbies
Learn to say what you're into and how often you do it in Japanese. Use 〜にハマっています and 〜時間も〜します to express enthusiasm and frequency, then ask follow-up questions naturally.
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Sharing Weekend Plans
Learn to say what you will do this weekend in Japanese using future forms, focusing on your own schedule rather than inviting others.
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Discussing Favorite Music
Learn to name music genres and artists in Japanese, say you love pop or are a big jazz fan, and compare tastes with a friend using すき, だいすき, and ファン.
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Talking About Favorite Foods
Learn to say what foods you love, can't live without, or don't like in Japanese, and use those preferences naturally when eating out with friends.
- 85
Describing Your Family
Learn beginner Japanese for describing family relationships: state how many siblings you have, say where your parents live, and use possessive phrasing like watashi no haha naturally.
- 86
Asking About a Friend's Family
Learn to ask 'Do you have any siblings?' and 'What do your parents do?' in polite Japanese, and how to show interest in the answers.
- 87
Talking About Pets
Learn to say you have a dog named Max, that you're a cat person, and share simple pet stories in Japanese using natural beginner patterns.
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Expressing Likes and Dislikes
Learn to express general likes and dislikes in Japanese with suki, daisuki, and suki ja nai, and give simple reasons using kara.
- 89
Talking About Daily Routine
Learn to describe a typical weekday in Japanese using time expressions and the present simple, with the particle に for clock times and それから to link actions.
- 90
Discussing Weather as Small Talk
Learn to make casual weather comments in Japanese, agree with others, and keep the conversation going naturally.
Everyday Politeness: Requests and Responses
10 lessons- 91
Asking for Help Politely
Learn beginner Japanese phrases for asking strangers for directions and friends for favors, using polite forms like すみません and 〜てもらえますか, with clear register guidance.
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Offering Help Appropriately
Learn to offer help in Japanese with te-form and negative questions, and respond gracefully if declined. Master formal and casual phrases for everyday situations.
- 93
Making Suggestions Politely
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese ways to suggest plans softly with どうですか, ませんか, and ましょうか, plus how to accept or decline someone else's idea politely.
- 94
Accepting and Declining Invitations
Learn beginner-level Japanese phrases to accept or decline invitations politely, with formal and casual forms and ways to soften a refusal.
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Extending Invitations
Learn to invite someone to an event or activity in Japanese using polite and casual forms, and how to respond tentatively without accepting or declining.
- 96
Giving Compliments
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese compliments for looks, work, and belongings, with polite forms, sincerity tips, and cultural context for everyday situations.
- 97
Receiving Compliments
Learn natural Japanese replies to compliments about your language ability, from casual そうかな to humble まだまだです, with polite and formal variations.
- 98
Apologizing for Being Late
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese phrases to apologize for lateness in social and professional settings, including how to explain a delay and offer a remedy.
- 99
Expressing Gratitude Beyond 'Thank You'
Learn to express deeper gratitude in Japanese with phrases for favors, gifts, and someone's time. Includes polite and casual variants, plus a dialogue.
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Polite Disagreement
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese phrases to disagree gently in conversation, such as "I see your point, but..." and "I'm not sure I agree," while keeping the mood calm and respectful.
Everyday Interactions
10 lessons- 101
Asking About Someone's Day
Learn to ask how someone's day is going and respond with simple details like 'Busy, but good' in Japanese. This lesson focuses on social follow-up questions, distinct from information-seeking wh-questions.
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Showing You Are Listening
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese backchannel phrases like なるほど, 本当に, and うん to show active listening in conversation, with natural examples and a short dialogue.
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Telling Time and Schedules
Learn to tell clock time in Japanese and use kara (from), made (until), and ni (at) to talk about simple schedules like classes, work, and trains.
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Expressing Preference: Would Rather
Learn to express preference between options in Japanese using 〜のほうがいい and 〜より〜のほうが. Focus on choices, not likes and dislikes.
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Asking Permission: May I?
Learn to ask permission in Japanese using 〜てもいいですか and casual 〜ていい, with clear examples for windows, photos, sitting, and leaving early.
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Accepting and Declining Help
Learn to respond politely when someone offers you help in Japanese. Practice accepting with gratitude and declining with soft, natural phrases for everyday situations.
- 107
Understanding Directions
Learn to understand and give simple directions in Japanese using 右, 左, and まっすぐ, with polite phrases for asking staff and confirming what you heard.
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Describing Temperature
Learn Japanese temperature words atsui, samui, atatakai, and suzushii, plus degree adverbs like totemo and sugoku, so you can say how hot or cold it is today.
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Asking About Feelings
Learn to ask 'Are you okay?' and respond with empathy in Japanese. Master daijōbu, genki, and tsukareta to check in on friends and show you care.
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Making Excuses to Leave
Learn polite Japanese phrases to excuse yourself from a conversation or gathering, focusing on giving reasons like early meetings or prior commitments. Includes pronunciation and cultural tips.
Shopping and Storing: Basic Groceries
10 lessons- 111
Name Common Groceries
Learn Japanese shopping vocabulary for milk, eggs, bread, fruits, and vegetables, and practice saying 'I need to buy ___' with the pattern 〜を買わなければなりません.
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Ask Where an Item Is in the Store
Learn to ask where an item is in a Japanese grocery store using 〜はどこにありますか, with store vocabulary, aisle words, and a polite follow-up if you do not understand the reply.
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Ask for a Quantity
Learn to request quantities in Japanese using counters like kiro, rittoru, and ko, so you can ask for a kilo of apples, a liter of milk, or half a dozen eggs at shops and markets.
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Understand the Price
Learn to ask the price of an item in Japanese and understand the shopkeeper's reply, including numbers and counters.
- 115
Pay at the Market
Learn essential Japanese phrases to handle payments at market stalls, including asking for prices, paying with cash or card, and receiving change.
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Ask for a Sample
Learn to ask for a taste of food at a Japanese market using 'Can I try ___?' phrases. Focus on trying before buying, with polite requests and market dialogue.
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Compare Two Items
Learn to compare items by quality in Japanese shops: say 'this one is cheaper, bigger, fresher' using kono hō ga + adjective, and ask which is better.
- 118
Ask About Freshness
Learn to ask about freshness and harvest time in Japanese when buying produce or fish. Includes polite phrases, a shopping dialogue, and common mistakes.
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Request a Bag
Learn to ask for a bag or box at checkout in Japanese using kudasai, with polite requests, counters, and register tips for everyday shopping.
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Say You Are Just Looking
Learn how to reply to a shop assistant's 'Can I help you?' in Japanese by saying you are just looking, and how this differs from asking for help.
Navigating the City
10 lessons- 121
Asking for Directions
Learn to ask how to get to a place in Japanese. Practice 'How do I get to the museum?' and understand basic directions. Build a foundation for more specific requests.
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Asking If It Is Far
Learn to ask "Is it far from here?" in Japanese and understand answers with time estimates like "about 10 minutes on foot."
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Asking for Landmarks
Learn to ask 'What's a good landmark near the station?' in Japanese and understand simple landmark descriptions to orient yourself. Practice natural phrases for meeting points, not directions.
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Asking Which Bus to Take
Learn to ask which bus goes to a destination in Japanese, say the beach, and understand bus numbers using the pattern nan-ban no basu desu ka.
- 125
Asking About Walking Distance
Learn to ask whether a place is within walking distance in Japanese, how to ask how long it takes on foot, and how to answer these questions naturally at a beginner level.
- 126
Asking for a Map
Learn to ask 'Do you have a map of the city?' in Japanese, understand the reply, and read simple map words so you can find your way around town.
- 127
Asking How to Get to the Airport
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask the best way to the airport and understand train, bus, and taxi options, with polite question patterns and a practical dialogue.
- 128
Asking for the Nearest Metro Station
Learn to ask 'Where is the nearest metro station?' in Japanese, understand simple walking directions, and use the chikaku and michi patterns with confidence.
- 129
Asking If There Is a Shuttle
Learn to ask if there is a shuttle to the hotel and understand schedule details in Japanese, with essential phrases and a sample dialogue.
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Asking for a Taxi Stand
Learn to ask 'Where can I find a taxi?' in Japanese and understand location words to find taxi stands. Perfect for beginners needing directions.
Building Social Connections
10 lessons- 131
Making Plans with Friends
Learn elementary Japanese to invite someone, suggest a time, accept or politely decline, and agree on a plan. Includes key phrases, a natural dialogue, and practice.
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Suggesting Activities
Learn to propose activities in Japanese using '～ましょう' and '～はどうですか'. Perfect for suggesting a movie, a walk, or other outings with friends.
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Agreeing on Arrangements
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to confirm plans during negotiation, such as 大丈夫です and いいですね, and see how they differ from accepting an invitation.
- 134
Politely Declining Plans
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to decline a proposed plan politely, apologize lightly, and suggest an alternative time or activity using natural, friendly wording.
- 135
Rescheduling a Meetup
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to cancel or change plans, apologize naturally, and suggest a new day such as Sunday, using polite forms that fit everyday situations.
- 136
Asking for a Favor
Learn to ask for favors in Japanese, like taking a photo or borrowing notes. Use お願いします and 〜てもらえますか for polite requests. Beginner-friendly with dialogue.
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Offering Help to a Friend
Learn to say 'Need a hand?' and 'I can help with that' in Japanese, and how to accept or decline help politely.
- 138
Sharing Good News
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to announce personal achievements like getting a job or moving, and react with genuine excitement using natural particles and casual forms.
- 139
Responding to Good News
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to react positively to someone's news, congratulate them, and ask follow-up questions as an active listener.
- 140
Showing Sympathy
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to comfort someone after bad news, including zannen desu ne, taihen desu ne, and supportive offers like nanika otetsudai dekiru koto wa arimasu ka.
Social Niceties: Dining and Visiting
10 lessons- 141
Basic Table Manners Phrases
Learn beginner Japanese table phrases: itadakimasu, gochisōsama deshita, and polite requests like shio o totte moraemasu ka. Includes a restaurant dialogue and common mistakes.
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Being a Guest: Complimenting the Host
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to thank a host and praise their food or hospitality, including how to say 'This is delicious' and 'Thank you for having me.'
- 143
Hosting Guests: Welcoming and Offering
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to welcome someone into your home and offer them food or a drink, including how to say 'Make yourself at home' and 'Would you like something to drink?'
- 144
Toasting and Celebrations
Learn basic Japanese toasts like Kanpai! and Omedetō, plus simple responses for birthdays, weddings, and dinners.
- 145
Excusing Yourself from the Table
Learn beginner Japanese phrases for leaving a table briefly during a meal or at the end, including gochisōsama deshita and sumimasen, with polite and casual register guidance.
- 146
Complimenting Someone's Home
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese phrases to compliment a host's home politely, including 'Your home is lovely,' with notes on tone, timing and what to avoid.
- 147
Bringing a Gift: Phrases for Giving
Learn beginner Japanese phrases for handing a gift to a host, including how to say 'This is for you' and 'I hope you like it,' with polite patterns and a sample exchange.
- 148
Receiving a Gift Politely
Learn beginner-friendly Japanese phrases for receiving a gift politely, including how to say 'You shouldn't have' and 'Thank you so much,' with natural examples and a short dialogue.
- 149
Saying Goodbye After a Visit
Learn beginner Japanese phrases for leaving a friend's or host's home, including 'Thanks for having me' and 'Let's do this again soon,' with polite and casual variants.
- 150
Small Talk at Parties
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to start, maintain, and politely exit light social conversations about weather, food, and hobbies, with natural examples and a short dialogue.
Expanding Tenses and Structures
10 lessons- 151
Past Tense Questions with Did
Learn to ask past-tense yes/no questions in Japanese by putting か after a past polite verb, the functional equivalent of English 'Did you call him?'
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Past Tense Negatives with Didn't
Learn to form negative past sentences in Japanese using the polite -masen deshita ending. Say what you didn't do with common verbs.
- 153
Future Time Expressions
Learn to talk about the future in Japanese using time words like ashita (tomorrow), raishū (next week), and mōsugu (soon), with natural example sentences and a short dialogue.
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Offers and Promises with Will
Learn how Japanese expresses willingness and commitment with the volitional form, ましょう, and ましょうか, and see why these are not the same as predictions.
- 155
Present Continuous vs. Simple Present
Learn how Japanese distinguishes an action happening right now (ima yatte iru) from an action you do regularly (mainichi suru), using ている and the plain dictionary form.
- 156
As...As Equality Comparisons
Learn to say two things are equal with 〜と同じくらい and unequal with 〜ほど〜ない, including how to form these patterns with adjectives and nouns in natural elementary Japanese.
- 157
Asking for Permission with Can
Learn to ask 'Can I...?' for permission in Japanese using 〜てもいいですか, give and refuse permission politely, and tell permission apart from ability.
- 158
Have To for Obligation
Learn to say you 'have to' do something in Japanese using 〜なければならない, and understand how it differs from personal 'must' by focusing on obligations imposed by others or circumstances.
- 159
Adverbs of Degree
Learn to modify Japanese adjectives with intensity words meaning very, quite, really, and a bit, and distinguish them from frequency adverbs like よく and ときどき.
- 160
Reflexive Pronouns: Myself, Yourself
Learn how Japanese expresses 'I hurt myself' and similar reflexive ideas using 自分 (jibun), 自分で (jibun de), and body-part phrases — no special reflexive pronoun required.
Cooking Basics: Following Simple Recipes
10 lessons- 161
Name Common Cooking Actions
Master five essential Japanese cooking verbs and use them in simple sentences like 'I chop the onions' with clear grammar and polite forms.
- 162
List Ingredients for a Recipe
Learn to list ingredients for a simple recipe in Japanese using the pattern 'First, I need ___' (Mazu, ___ ga irimasu), with counters, quantities, and natural cooking vocabulary.
- 163
Follow Simple Recipe Steps
Learn to give basic instructions in Japanese using sequence words: mazu, sorekara, tsugi ni, saigo ni. Includes a recipe dialogue and common mistakes.
- 164
Ask How to Cook Something
Learn to ask how to cook a specific dish in Japanese with どうやって…を料理しますか, and understand short answers about boiling, grilling, frying and seasoning.
- 165
Express Cooking Preference
Learn to talk about liking or disliking the activity of cooking in Japanese, using りょうりする with すき and すきじゃない, and telling this apart from liking a specific food.
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Ask for a Recipe
Learn to ask for a recipe in Japanese, focusing on written or shared instructions rather than a live cooking demonstration. Practice レシピ, 作り方, 送る, and polite request forms.
- 167
Describe What You Are Cooking
Learn to say 'I am making ___' in Japanese and describe the dish using simple adjectives and nouns. Perfect for elementary learners to talk about food they are preparing.
- 168
Ask About Cooking Time
Learn to ask how long something takes in Japanese using どのくらい, どのぐらい, and かかります, with minutes, hours, days, and polite past forms.
- 169
Say You Made a Mistake
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to admit specific cooking errors like burning rice or over-salting, using 焦がした, 入れすぎた, and 塩辛い with polite apology patterns.
- 170
Compliment Someone's Cooking
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to compliment food and directly praise the person who cooked it, with polite and casual options, pronunciation, and a short dialogue.
Sightseeing Essentials
10 lessons- 171
Buying a Museum Ticket
Learn to buy a museum admission ticket in Japanese, say 'One adult ticket, please,' and ask about student and senior discounts with polite, natural phrasing.
- 172
Asking About Opening Hours
Learn to ask 'What are the opening hours?' in Japanese, understand last entry (final admission), and read opening and closing times so you can plan a visit and buy tickets with confidence.
- 173
Asking for a Guided Tour
Learn to ask 'Is there a guided tour in English?' in Japanese, understand tour times, and distinguish guided tours from audio guides.
- 174
Asking About Photography Rules
Learn elementary Japanese for asking whether photography is allowed at a specific site, understanding common restrictions, and responding politely to staff.
- 175
Asking for the Audio Guide
Learn to ask whether an audio guide is available in Spanish, request one at the rental counter, and understand the difference between an audio guide and a guided tour in Japanese.
- 176
Asking About Discounts
Learn to ask 'Is there a student discount?' in Japanese, say you are a student or senior, and understand age and ID conditions for price reductions.
- 177
Asking for the Restroom
Learn to ask トイレはどこですか and understand common signs. Use these patterns in museums, cafés, and stations to find the restroom politely.
- 178
Asking About Souvenirs
Learn to ask where you can buy souvenirs in Japanese, understand the answer, and recognize common shop words for souvenir hunting in Japan.
- 179
Asking for a Recommendation
Learn elementary Japanese for asking what locals recommend seeing or doing, using osusume and polite question patterns, and understanding the suggestions you receive.
- 180
Asking About Combo Tickets
Learn to ask 'Is there a combo ticket?' in Japanese and understand savings for multi-site passes. Perfect for elementary learners visiting multiple attractions.
Navigating Social Situations
10 lessons- 181
Joining a Group Conversation
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to enter a group conversation politely, ask what people are discussing, and contribute while managing multiple speakers.
- 182
Changing the Conversation Topic
Learn how to shift subjects smoothly in Japanese conversation with ところで, そういえば, ちなみに and 話は変わるけど, and see how each one links back to what was just said.
- 183
Interrupting Politely
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to interrupt a conversation politely when you need to speak right away, including sumimasen, chotto ii desu ka, and yokereba hitokoto.
- 184
Ending a Conversation Gracefully
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to end a conversation politely, give a reason, and suggest meeting again. Includes 5 key phrases, a dialogue, and practice.
- 185
Handling a Misunderstanding
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to ask someone to repeat or rephrase when you don't understand, with polite and casual options for real conversations.
- 186
Apologizing for a Mistake
Learn to apologize sincerely in Japanese for serious mistakes: use 本当に申し訳ありません and 私の責任です, make amends, and avoid casual apologies.
- 187
Accepting an Apology
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to accept an apology, reassure someone, and move on, focusing on the receiver's role rather than apologizing yourself.
- 188
Giving Advice to a Friend
Learn to give supportive advice in Japanese with 〜たほうがいい and 〜たらどう？, and distinguish suggestions from direct help offers.
- 189
Asking for Advice
Learn to ask for advice in Japanese using どうしたらいい and アドバイス. Explain your situation and seek opinions, not favors.
- 190
Expressing Disagreement Politely
Learn to disagree politely in Japanese using phrases like 'I see your point, but...' and 'I'm not sure I agree.' Soften your speech to maintain harmony.
Everyday Indirectness: Softening and Hinting
10 lessons- 191
Softening Requests with 'Could'
Learn how to make polite requests in Japanese using 'could you' equivalents, and compare with direct forms. Focus on 'could' only.
- 192
Using 'Maybe' to Soften Statements
Learn to use Japanese かもしれない, でしょう, and かな to make suggestions and opinions less direct, so you can say 'Maybe we should leave' without sounding pushy.
- 193
Indirect Questions for Asking Directions
Learn to ask for directions indirectly in Japanese using polite patterns like 〜かを教えていただけませんか. Master the difference between direct and indirect questions, and practice with real examples.
- 194
Hinting Instead of Asking Directly
Learn elementary Japanese indirect hints for needs, using soft expressions like chotto samui desu ne to suggest action politely without making a direct request.
- 195
Polite Refusals with Hesitation
Learn elementary Japanese patterns to refuse requests politely using hesitation markers like 'chotto...' and 'kangaete mimasu'. Includes polite and informal variants, a dialogue, and practice.
- 196
Expressing Uncertainty
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for uncertainty, including tabun, kamoshiremasen, and wakaranai, so you can avoid making strong claims politely.
- 197
Softening Disagreement with 'I Think'
Learn to use 〜と思います (to omoimasu) and 〜かもしれません (kamoshiremasen) to disagree gently in Japanese without sounding blunt or rude.
- 198
Making Suggestions with 'Why Don't We'
Learn to make polite suggestions in Japanese with the 〜ませんか pattern, and see how it differs from the more direct 〜ましょう and plain invitation forms.
- 199
Indirect Complaints
Learn to express mild complaints in Japanese using softeners like chotto and kamoshite, so you can raise an issue without sounding blunt or demanding.
- 200
Responding to Indirect Requests
Learn to notice Japanese hints such as 'This box is heavy' and respond helpfully with offers, clarifying questions, and polite refusals.
Connecting Ideas
10 lessons- 201
Using So and Because
Learn to connect ideas in Japanese by expressing reasons with から and results with ので. Build sentences like 'It rained, so we stayed home.'
- 202
Using Although and However
Learn to express contrast in Japanese using でも, しかし, けど, and のに, and see how they differ from cause-and-effect connectors like から and だから.
- 203
Before and After in Time Clauses
Learn to connect two events in Japanese using 〜たあとで (after doing) and 〜るまえに (before doing), so you can say things like 'After I ate, I left.'
- 204
Using For + Noun for Purpose
Learn to express purpose in Japanese with 〜用 for objects and 〜ために for actions, so you can say what something is for or why you do something.
- 205
Responding to Suggestions
Learn to respond to suggestions in Japanese with polite acceptance, gentle refusal, or modification. Master phrases like 'Ii desu ne' and 'Chotto...' for natural conversation.
- 206
Showing Strong Agreement
Learn Japanese phrases for emphatic agreement, such as 'Mochiron!' and 'Mattaku sono tōri desu,' to express strong agreement beyond basic hai.
- 207
Asking for Clarification
Learn to ask what someone means when their statement is unclear in Japanese, using どういう意味ですか and related patterns, distinct from asking for opinions.
- 208
Expressing Certainty: Definitely
Learn to say 'definitely', 'certainly', and 'sure' in Japanese using kitto, kanarazu, and related adverbs, and understand how they differ from possibility words like tabun.
- 209
Using So Do I / Neither Do I
Learn how Japanese agrees with positive and negative statements using 私も (watashi mo) and 私も〜ない, the functional equivalent of English 'So do I' and 'Neither do I'.
- 210
Disagreeing with Respect
Learn to disagree politely in Japanese by first acknowledging the other person's view, using phrases like 'Sō desu ne, demo...' and 'Ossharu koto wa wakarimasu ga...'.
Dining Out: Restaurants and Menus
10 lessons- 211
Make a Restaurant Reservation
Learn to call or ask in person to reserve a table in Japanese, using yoyaku and the request pattern onegaishimasu, so you can book a table for two at 7 o'clock.
- 212
Ask for a Table
Learn to request a table for a specific number of people in Japanese when you arrive without a reservation. Master the phrase 'A table for two, please' and adapt it for other party sizes.
- 213
Understand Menu Sections
Learn the Japanese words for appetizers, main dishes, desserts and drinks, and how a typical Japanese menu is organized from start to finish.
- 214
Ask About the Daily Special
Learn to ask 'What is today's special?' in Japanese, understand the server's description, and respond naturally when ordering at a restaurant or cafe.
- 215
Order a Full Meal
Learn to order a multi-course meal in Japanese at a restaurant, moving from appetizer to main dish to dessert with natural phrases and polite requests.
- 216
Ask for Food to Be Prepared Specially
Learn to customize your food order in Japanese by requesting no onions or extra sauce, using the versatile pattern ~nuki de and ~oomori de.
- 217
Ask About Allergens
Learn to ask if food contains nuts, dairy, or gluten in Japanese, and understand common responses to stay safe.
- 218
Send Food Back Politely
Learn elementary Japanese to explain that a dish was prepared incorrectly, specifically that you ordered it without cheese, and politely ask the server to fix it.
- 219
Ask for the Check
Learn to request the check and ask about splitting the bill at a Japanese restaurant using お会計お願いします, 別々でお願いします, and 割り勘. Includes a natural dialogue and practice.
- 220
Make a Toast
Learn elementary Japanese celebratory toasts: kanpai, kenkō o inoru, and how to respond. Includes pronunciation, usage, and a short dialogue.
Everyday Errands
10 lessons- 221
Buying a Stamp
Learn to buy stamps at a Japanese post office, ask for postcard stamps, and understand international rates with clear phrases and a practical dialogue.
- 222
Asking for a Postcard
Learn to ask where you can buy postcards in Japanese, understand the answer, and connect this skill to buying stamps at a post office or convenience store.
- 223
Withdrawing Money from an ATM
Learn elementary Japanese to withdraw cash from an ATM, ask whether it accepts foreign cards, and understand common on-screen prompts and fee questions.
- 224
Exchanging Currency
Learn to ask to exchange dollars for euros at a Japanese bank or currency exchange counter, understand the posted rate, and tell this service apart from simply using an ATM.
- 225
Buying a SIM Card
Learn elementary Japanese to ask for a data SIM card, understand common plan words like data capacity and validity period, and complete a purchase at a Japanese phone shop.
- 226
Asking for a Pharmacy
Learn to ask for the nearest pharmacy in Japanese, understand opening hours, and follow simple directions to find one quickly.
- 227
Buying a Bottle of Water
Learn to buy bottled water in Japanese: ask for mizu or o-mizu, say 'one bottle, please,' and choose between still and sparkling water at shops and kiosks.
- 228
Asking for a Supermarket
Learn to ask if there is a supermarket near here in Japanese, say where it is, and handle basic grocery-shopping location questions politely.
- 229
Asking About Laundry Service
Learn to ask 'Is there a laundromat nearby?' in Japanese, understand opening hours, and handle coin laundry basics with polite, natural phrases.
- 230
Asking for a Haircut
Learn elementary Japanese for the hair salon: ask for a haircut, say how much to cut, and handle appointment questions politely with お願いします and 〜たいです.
Social Life and Relationships
10 lessons- 231
Talking About Friendship
Learn to talk about friends in Japanese: describe long friendships, say someone is always there for you, and express how much you value chosen bonds. Includes key phrases, patterns, and a natural dialogue.
- 232
Describing Personality
Learn to describe people's personalities in Japanese using na-adjectives and i-adjectives, and compare character with yori and hō ga.
- 233
Talking About Romantic Relationships
Learn to say whether you are single or have a partner in Japanese, ask someone else politely, and understand why this topic belongs to romance, not friendship.
- 234
Expressing Affection
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for expressing deep affection to close ones, including 会いたい (aitai) and 大切 (taisetsu), with polite and casual forms.
- 235
Talking About Common Interests
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to discover mutual hobbies, react with watashi mo, and invite someone to hike or play chess using ga suki desu and shimasen ka.
- 236
Making Small Talk at a Party
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to initiate light conversations with strangers at parties or events, using topics like connection to the host and shared music.
- 237
Introducing Friends to Each Other
Learn to introduce another person in Japanese with kono hito wa watashi no tomodachi desu, including how it differs from introducing yourself and how to add a detail about your friend.
- 238
Talking About Social Events
Learn to describe past experiences like weddings and parties in Japanese using polite past-tense forms and adjectives. Build sentences such as 'The wedding was beautiful' and 'I had fun at the party.'
- 239
Expressing Gratitude for an Invitation
Learn Japanese phrases for thanking a host after a visit or event, including how to follow up naturally. Covers casual and polite forms with pronunciation and usage notes.
- 240
Handling a Social Mistake
Learn to say 'Oops, my mistake' or 'I didn't mean that' in Japanese after social blunders like saying the wrong name or using informal speech inappropriately.
Everyday Humor and Irony
10 lessons- 241
Understanding Sarcasm: Basics
Learn to identify sarcasm in Japanese by noticing tone, context, and specific phrases like 'Ii tenki desu ne' when it's storming. Focus on recognition, not production.
- 242
Using Irony in Compliments
Learn to tease friends in Japanese with playful ironic compliments like "Jōzu da ne" after an obvious mistake, and how to keep it warm rather than mean.
- 243
Self-Deprecating Humor
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for gently making fun of your own habits, like always being late or bad at directions, to build warmth and rapport without mocking others.
- 244
Playful Exaggeration
Learn casual Japanese exaggeration for humor: hyaku-kai mo, nankai mo, chotto, sugoku, and more, with natural examples and a short dialogue.
- 245
Responding to Jokes
Learn natural Japanese responses to jokes, from genuine laughter to polite chuckles. Master phrases like 面白い and うまい to react appropriately in casual and formal settings.
- 246
Telling Simple Jokes
Learn the two-part structure of simple Japanese jokes: the setup (maeoki) and the punchline (ochi). Build clean, universal jokes with basic grammar and natural phrasing.
- 247
Understanding Puns
Learn to recognize Japanese puns (dajare) and appreciate wordplay by understanding how homophones and double meanings work in everyday language.
- 248
Using Understatement
Learn Japanese understatement for dry, British-style humor. Use ちょっと and 少し to downplay weather, feelings, and situations with a straight face.
- 249
Teasing Affectionately
Learn friendly Japanese teasing for messy hair, bad photos and late arrivals using それ, いいね and 〜すぎ, with softeners that keep the joke warm instead of mean.
- 250
Recognizing Humor in Texts
Learn how Japanese writers show laughter and irony in texts and chats using 笑, w, www, kaomoji and punctuation, and how these differ from English lol or haha.
Describing and Narrating
10 lessons- 251
Describing Clothing
Build elementary Japanese sentences that say what a person is wearing, combining colors with clothing words like 'She's wearing a blue jacket.'
- 252
Describing Moods
Learn to say how someone seems right now in Japanese using そう and みたい, focusing on temporary moods rather than lasting personality.
- 253
Asking About Past Events
Learn to ask friends and acquaintances what they did in the past using the polite past tense question pattern, with the question particle ka and time expressions like senshūmatsu.
- 254
Using Ago and Last
Learn to place past events in time using 〜前 (mae) for 'ago' and 先〜 (sen-) for 'last', so you can say things like 'I saw her two days ago' or 'I went to Japan last month'.
- 255
Describing Rooms and Furniture
Learn to describe interiors in Japanese using あります, います, location words like となり and ちかく, and adjectives such as ちいさい and おおきい. Build natural sentences like 'There is a small table by the window.'
- 256
Telling an Anecdote
Learn to tell a brief real-life incident in Japanese with a clear punchline, using past-tense verbs, time markers, and the punchline particle よ.
- 257
Adverb Placement in Sentences
Learn where to put manner, frequency, and time adverbs in Japanese sentences, using natural word order and particles.
- 258
Used To for Past Habits
Learn to say what you used to do or used to be in Japanese using past continuous 〜ていた for states and よく／〜たものだ for repeated past habits, with clear examples and a dialogue.
- 259
Making Arrangements with Present Continuous
Learn to talk about fixed future arrangements in Japanese with the present continuous pattern ～ています, such as 六時にアナに会っています, and tell them apart from general plans.
- 260
Using While and During
Learn to say what was happening at the same time as something else in Japanese, using ながら for one person doing two actions and とき for events overlapping in time.
Dietary Needs and Preferences
10 lessons- 261
Explain a Vegetarian Diet
Learn to say you are vegetarian in Japanese, name the foods you avoid, and politely ask whether a dish contains meat, fish, or animal stock.
- 262
Explain a Vegan Diet
Learn to state that you are vegan in Japanese, explain that you avoid meat, fish, dairy and eggs, and ask whether a dish contains animal products.
- 263
Explain Gluten-Free Needs
Learn elementary Japanese for a gluten-free diet: say you eat gluten-free, ask whether a dish contains wheat, and explain this as a lifestyle rather than an allergy.
- 264
Explain Allergies
Learn to say 'I am allergic to peanuts' in Japanese, name other allergens, and ask if a dish contains them. This lesson focuses on immune-reaction allergies, not gluten-free diet requests.
- 265
Ask If a Dish Is Suitable
Learn to ask whether a specific dish is vegetarian or gluten-free in Japanese, and understand common yes/no answers and follow-up questions.
- 266
Request a Dietary Substitution
Learn to ask for a dietary substitution in Japanese, like swapping fries for salad, using the pattern ～のかわりに～をおねがいします. This lesson focuses on dietary needs, not special preparation.
- 267
Explain Religious Dietary Rules
Learn to say you follow halal or kosher dietary rules in Japanese, name the foods you avoid, and explain that your diet is religious, not a preference or allergy.
- 268
Ask About Ingredients in Detail
Learn to ask whether a dish contains a specific ingredient in Japanese, understand the answer, and confirm details politely in restaurants and shops.
- 269
Explain a Food Intolerance
Learn to say 'I am lactose intolerant' in Japanese, describe digestive symptoms, and distinguish it from a milk allergy. Includes phrases, a dialogue, and a common mistake.
- 270
Discuss Dietary Choices
Learn to say 'I choose to eat ___ because ___.' in Japanese using 〜をえらびます and なぜなら〜からです. This lesson focuses on giving reasons for food choices, distinct from stating needs.
Local Services
10 lessons- 271
Asking for a Doctor
Learn elementary Japanese for getting medical help: ask where a clinic or hospital is, say you need to see a doctor, and request an English-speaking doctor politely.
- 272
Asking for a Police Station
Learn to ask 'Where is the police station?' in Japanese, understand basic direction words, and follow simple answers politely at elementary level.
- 273
Asking for a Post Office
Learn to ask where the post office is in Japanese, understand opening hours, and buy stamps politely using the pattern yūbinkyoku wa doko desu ka.
- 274
Asking for a Bank
Learn to ask 'Is there a bank near here?' in Japanese, understand ATM locations, and use polite phrases like 銀行はどこですか and この近くに銀行はありますか.
- 275
Asking for a Library
Learn to ask "Where is the public library?" in Japanese, understand the answer, and ask whether the library has Wi-Fi, using polite elementary-level patterns.
- 276
Asking for a Gym
Learn to ask if there's a gym nearby in Japanese and understand day pass options. Practice phrases for finding fitness facilities and asking about prices and hours.
- 277
Asking for a Swimming Pool
Learn to ask 'Where is the swimming pool?' in Japanese, understand pool hours, and navigate public swimming facilities with confidence.
- 278
Asking for a Tourist Information Center
Learn to ask 'Where is the tourist information center?' in Japanese, understand the reply, and request tourist services politely.
- 279
Asking for a Car Rental
Learn to ask where you can rent a car in Japanese, understand staff replies, and handle basic rental requirements like licence and return time.
- 280
Asking for a Bicycle Rental
Learn to ask where you can rent a bicycle in Japanese, understand rental prices, and handle a simple bike rental conversation with confidence.
Study and Professional Collaboration
10 lessons- 281
Discussing Study Habits
Learn to describe how you study in Japanese, including making flashcards, studying in the morning, and sharing study tips. Build elementary conversation skills for academic routines.
- 282
Forming a Study Group
Learn to invite a classmate to study together, set a shared study goal, and agree on a time and place using natural elementary Japanese.
- 283
Asking for Help with Homework
Learn to ask a teacher or classmate to explain an academic problem in Japanese using 説明してもらえますか and 教えてもらえますか, with polite forms and classroom dialogue.
- 284
Collaborating on a Project
Learn to divide tasks and assign roles in Japanese for project work. Master phrases like 'I'll do the research, you write' and coordinate effectively with your partner.
- 285
Giving Feedback to a Peer
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for gently suggesting improvements to someone's work, focusing on the task rather than the person, with polite patterns like ~ta hou ga ii and ~kamoshirenai.
- 286
Receiving Feedback
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to accept criticism gracefully and commit to improvement, distinguishing this from accepting an apology. Includes key expressions, a dialogue, and practice.
- 287
Discussing Career Goals
Learn to say what you want to become and share future work plans in Japanese using 〜たいです, 〜つもりです, and 〜を目指しています.
- 288
Networking at an Event
Learn to introduce yourself professionally in Japanese with your name and company, then exchange business cards and contact details using polite workplace formulas.
- 289
Scheduling a Meeting
Learn elementary Japanese to schedule a work meeting: ask if someone is free on a specific day, propose a time, and confirm the agenda politely using 空いていますか, 大丈夫ですか, 議題, and 確認します.
- 290
Participating in a Meeting
Learn to say 'I have a suggestion' or 'Can I add something?' in formal Japanese meetings, respecting turn-taking and structured conversation.
Media and Storytelling: Understanding Narratives
10 lessons- 291
Following a Story Sequence
Learn to follow the order of events in a short Japanese story using the time markers hajime ni (first), tsugi ni (next), and saigo ni (finally), with a short reading passage and comprehension practice.
- 292
Identifying the Main Idea in News
Learn to skim Japanese news articles and broadcasts for the main point. Focus on headlines, lead sentences, and key question words to quickly grasp the core information.
- 293
Understanding Headlines
Learn to decode Japanese newspaper headlines by recognizing common abbreviations, dropped particles, and headline wordplay used in print media.
- 294
Telling a Simple Story
Learn to narrate a short personal story in elementary Japanese using time-order words like きのう, それから, and さいごに, with past-tense verbs and the て-form to connect events in order.
- 295
Describing Characters in Stories
Learn elementary Japanese adjectives and set phrases to describe a character's personality, such as brave, kind, gentle, and cheerful, with natural example sentences.
- 296
Understanding Plot Twists
Learn to identify and understand surprise endings in Japanese short stories by focusing on common plot twist markers and vocabulary.
- 297
Summarizing a Story
Learn elementary Japanese patterns for stating what a text is about, its main point, and your impression in just a few sentences.
- 298
Expressing Opinions About Media
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to say whether you liked a movie or book and give one simple reason, using 好き, よかった, おもしろい and から.
- 299
Understanding Commercials
Learn to identify what is being sold and what a Japanese commercial claims, using core patterns like ga, wa, to, and made.
- 300
Discussing TV Shows
Learn casual Japanese to ask friends if they have watched a TV show, say you have or have not seen it, and share simple reactions using the pattern mita? and adjectives like omoshiroi.
Complex Sentences and Opinions
10 lessons- 301
Using Despite and In Spite Of
Learn to express contrast in Japanese with 〜にもかかわらず after nouns and verb stems, the prepositional equivalent of 'despite' and 'in spite of,' and see how it differs from 〜けれども.
- 302
Relative Clauses: Where and Whose
Learn to build Japanese relative clauses that describe a place with 'where' or show possession with 'whose', using plain-form verbs and no relative pronoun.
- 303
Agreeing with Opinions
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to agree with someone's opinion, including 賛成です, そのとおりです, たしかに, and そうですね, with polite and casual usage.
- 304
Asking for Advice
Learn to ask for advice in Japanese using どうしよう (What should I do?) and なにかアドバイスはありますか (Any suggestions?). Includes a natural dialogue and practice.
- 305
Talking About Probability
Learn to express probability in Japanese using でしょう (probably/likely) and かもしれません (might/unlikely), and distinguish them from the simple future ます and the tentative かもしれません. Practice with weather and daily situations.
- 306
Using Unless
Learn to express negative conditions in Japanese using ないと and なければ, meaning 'unless' or 'if not'. Build sentences like 'I won't go unless you come.'
- 307
Verb + Object + Infinitive
Learn how to say 'She asked me to wait' and 'I want him to come' in Japanese using 〜て form with くれる, もらう, and ほしい, including particles and politeness.
- 308
Gerunds as Subjects
Learn to turn Japanese verbs into noun-like subjects with koto and no, so you can say things like 'Swimming is good exercise' naturally in elementary Japanese.
- 309
Reported Questions
Learn to report yes/no and wh-questions in Japanese using かどうか and question word + か, with the verb 聞く (kiku) or 尋ねる (tazuneru).
- 310
Responding to Polite Requests
Learn how to accept or politely refuse requests in Japanese using いいですよ, もちろん, すみませんが… and other natural response patterns for everyday conversation.
Hosting and Being a Guest
10 lessons- 311
Invite Someone to Dinner
Learn to invite a friend or guest to your home for dinner in Japanese, suggest a time, and respond naturally. Focuses on home hosting, not restaurant invitations.
- 312
Accept a Dinner Invitation
Learn to accept an invitation warmly in Japanese with ぜひ行きたいです (zehi ikitai desu) and ask what to bring using 何を持って行けばいいですか (nani o motte ikeba ii desu ka).
- 313
Decline a Dinner Invitation
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to politely decline an invitation, give a simple reason, and keep the relationship friendly using ごめんなさい, ちょっと and 〜んですけど.
- 314
Ask What to Bring
Learn to ask what you can bring or offer to bring dessert in Japanese, using natural phrases for contributing to a gathering.
- 315
Offer Food to a Guest
Learn to offer food in Japanese with 〜はいかがですか and 〜はどうですか, and to encourage a second helping politely using もう一ついかがですか and 遠慮しないでください.
- 316
Compliment the Host
Learn to thank your host for their hospitality and compliment the food in natural Japanese, using set phrases for arriving and leaving a Japanese home.
- 317
Help with Hosting Tasks
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to offer practical help at home, work, or with friends, using 手伝いましょうか and related patterns, with polite and casual variants.
- 318
Say Goodbye After a Meal
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to thank your host and say goodbye at the end of an evening, including how to compliment the evening while focusing on departure.
- 319
Discuss Dietary Needs as a Guest
Learn to tell a Japanese host about dietary restrictions before a home-cooked meal, using polite phrases for allergies, vegetarian needs, and preferences.
- 320
Bring a Gift for the Host
Learn to present a gift in Japanese using 持ってきました (motte kimashita) and related phrases. Perfect for house visits, parties, and thank-you gestures.
Housing and Longer Stays
10 lessons- 321
Asking About Apartment Rental
Learn elementary Japanese to ask whether a furnished apartment is available for one month, understand key short-term rental terms, and check availability politely.
- 322
Asking About Utilities Included
Learn to ask 'Are utilities included?' in Japanese and understand common extra rental costs like 共益費 and 礼金.
- 323
Asking About Furnished Apartment
Learn to ask 'Is it furnished?' in Japanese and understand what furnishings are included. Practice key phrases for apartment hunting.
- 324
Asking About Lease Length
Learn to ask 'What is the minimum lease period?' in Japanese, understand the key phrase 最短契約期間 (saitei keiyaku kikan), and practise polite questions for apartment hunting.
- 325
Asking About Deposit
Learn to ask 'How much is the deposit?' in Japanese and understand key phrases about shikikin refund conditions for renting an apartment.
- 326
Asking About Neighborhood Safety
Learn to ask 'Is this a safe area?' in Japanese and understand common responses about neighborhood safety.
- 327
Asking About Public Transport Nearby
Learn to ask 'Is there a metro station nearby?' in Japanese, name train and subway stations, and understand short distance answers when choosing an apartment.
- 328
Asking About Pets Allowed
Learn to ask 'Are pets allowed?' in Japanese and understand common pet restrictions when renting an apartment.
- 329
Asking About Parking
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to ask whether parking is available or included, and how to understand common parking options at hotels, apartments and venues.
- 330
Asking About Internet Speed
Learn to ask if the internet is fast and reliable in Japanese. Practice key phrases for speed and connection stability, with polite and casual forms.
Expanding Social Horizons
10 lessons- 331
Talking About Travel Plans
Learn to talk about a future trip to Japan using 行く (iku) and つもり (tsumori), share a simple itinerary, and distinguish a big trip from a weekend plan.
- 332
Sharing Travel Experiences
Learn to describe past travel experiences in Japanese, focusing on how food was during a trip to Italy. Practice past-tense adjectives and the verb 食べる to reflect on what you ate and how it tasted.
- 333
Discussing Hobbies in Depth
Learn to express how long you've been doing a hobby and what you're currently learning in Japanese, using the 〜ている form and duration markers.
- 334
Talking About Books and Movies
Learn elementary Japanese to describe a story's plot and characters, say an ending was surprising, and recommend a narrative work such as a film, drama or novel.
- 335
Expressing Opinions on Social Issues
Learn to express opinions in Japanese using 〜と思います (to omoimasu). Practice stating 'I think education is important' and respecting others' views without direct disagreement.
- 336
Debating Friendly Topics
Learn to playfully disagree in Japanese using ぜんぜん (zenzen), 〜じゃない？ (~janai?), and evidence. Perfect for friendly debates.
- 337
Talking About Life Changes
Learn to say you moved to a new city or changed jobs in Japanese, share how you felt about those past changes, and ask others about theirs using natural elementary-level patterns.
- 338
Supporting a Friend in Crisis
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to offer concrete help, ask what someone needs, and show you will act, not just feel sorry.
- 339
Celebrating Achievements
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to congratulate someone and express pride when they achieve something, focusing on recognition rather than just sharing news.
- 340
Maintaining Long-Distance Friendship
Learn elementary Japanese to stay close to faraway friends: suggest a video call, say you miss hanging out, and set a day and time that works for both of you.
Nuanced Opinions: Agreeing and Disagreeing
10 lessons- 341
Expressing Agreement: Strong and Weak
Learn to express strong agreement with 'Kanzen ni sansei desu' and weak agreement with 'Sō desu ne' in Japanese. Understand the difference in degree.
- 342
Expressing Disagreement Politely
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to disagree respectfully, using softeners like 'I understand, but...' to maintain harmony in conversations.
- 343
Hedging Opinions
Learn elementary Japanese phrases that soften opinions, such as 〜かもしれません, 〜ように思います, and 私は〜と思います, so you can disagree or suggest without sounding blunt.
- 344
Asking for Opinions
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for politely asking someone's opinion, including casual and formal forms, with clear pronunciation and usage notes.
- 345
Supporting Opinions with Reasons
Learn to give reasons for your opinions in elementary Japanese using から and ので, with clear examples, a dialogue, and practice for basic argumentation.
- 346
Acknowledging Opposing Views
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to acknowledge someone's point before offering a different view, using polite structures like 〜のは分かりますが and 〜かもしれませんが.
- 347
Expressing Neutrality
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to express a neutral stance and avoid taking sides, using どちらでもいいです and related expressions.
- 348
Changing Your Opinion
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to gracefully shift your opinion when someone gives you a new perspective, including soft agreement, thinking aloud, and polite correction.
- 349
Expressing Opinions in Meetings
Learn elementary Japanese phrases for stating opinions in formal business meetings, including watashi no iken de wa and ~to omoimasu, with polite register and meeting-appropriate examples.
- 350
Disagreeing with Suggestions
Learn elementary Japanese for collaborative disagreement: soften a no with ちょっと, offer an alternative with 〜はどうですか, and keep group decisions friendly.
Nuanced Communication
10 lessons- 351
Expressing Hypothetical Wishes
Learn to express present wishes in Japanese using 〜ばいいのに and 〜たらいいのに, the natural equivalent of English 'I wish I had more time' — distinct from regret about the past.
- 352
Passive Voice with Modals
Learn to combine the Japanese passive with permission, obligation, and advice expressions to say things like 'the form must be signed' and 'this can be seen from here'.
- 353
Expressing Doubt with Seem
Learn to use ようだ, らしい, みたいだ, そうだ, and かもしれない to express doubt based on appearance or hearsay in natural intermediate Japanese.
- 354
Using Cleft Sentences
Learn to build Japanese cleft sentences with のは…だ and のが…だ to spotlight who, what, when, or where, moving beyond simple が emphasis.
- 355
Using Connectors: Therefore
Learn to connect Japanese sentences to show results using だから, それで, そのため, したがって, and その結果, with natural examples and register guidance.
- 356
Offering Condolences
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to express sincere sympathy after someone dies, including formal and casual options, when to use them, and common mistakes to avoid.
- 357
Responding to Complaints
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to respond calmly to complaints, apologize appropriately, and offer practical solutions in service or workplace situations.
- 358
Accepting Formal Apologies
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for accepting formal apologies gracefully, including 'O-ayamari itadakimashite' and register-appropriate responses for workplace and formal contexts.
- 359
Expressing Possibility: May Well
Learn to express stronger possibility in Japanese using 'kamoshirenai' and 'darou', and distinguish them from 'tabun' (probably).
- 360
Responding to Tag Questions
Learn to answer Japanese tag questions with short, natural responses like 'Yes, I am' or 'No, I'm not'. Master the patterns for agreeing and disagreeing in conversation.
Food Culture and Traditions
10 lessons- 361
Describe a Traditional Dish
Learn intermediate Japanese vocabulary and patterns to explain osechi ryōri, its ingredients, and when and why it is eaten, with natural cultural context.
- 362
Explain a Food Custom
Learn to describe holiday food customs in Japanese using 〜を食べます, 〜の日, and 〜とき, so you can explain traditions like eating turkey on Thanksgiving naturally.
- 363
Ask About Local Food Customs
Learn to ask Japanese speakers what people eat on holidays, using question patterns and follow-up phrases to discover customs from the people themselves.
- 364
Compare Food Traditions
Learn to compare food customs in Japanese using では…が、ここでは… and related patterns. Build natural sentences for everyday conversation.
- 365
Discuss Meal Etiquette
Learn to express table manners in Japanese using 〜べきだ, 〜たほうがいい, and 〜なければならない, with cultural tips for dining in Japan.
- 366
Explain a Food Festival
Learn to describe festivals in Japanese by focusing on events: use ga arimasu and o shimasu to say what happens at a matsuri, and ask others about their local celebrations.
- 367
Ask About Ingredients in Local Cuisine
Learn to ask 'What spices are common here?' in Japanese and discuss regional spice staples naturally in conversation.
- 368
Share a Family Recipe Story
Learn to narrate the origin of a family dish in Japanese using 〜のは〜からだ, 〜ようになった, 〜てくれた, and 〜きっかけ, so you can share personal food history instead of just describing a dish.
- 369
Discuss Food Superstitions
Learn to talk about Japanese superstitions like 'Eating noodles on New Year brings luck' using conditional patterns と and たら, and vocabulary for luck and beliefs.
- 370
Explain a Dietary Taboo
Learn to describe cultural food taboos in Japanese using 〜は食べません, 〜を避けます, and 〜はタブーです, and explain why certain foods are avoided in your culture.
Parcels and Mail
10 lessons- 371
Sending a Package
Learn to say you want to send a package to a place, choose a shipping option, and handle the basics at a Japanese post office with polite, natural phrasing.
- 372
Asking About Shipping Cost
Learn to ask 'How much to ship this?' in Japanese and understand weight-based pricing. Master phrases for shipping costs, weight limits, and size options.
- 373
Asking About Delivery Time
Learn to ask how long delivery takes in Japanese using どのくらい and かかります, compare takkyūbin and yūbin options, and understand standard replies about arrival time.
- 374
Tracking a Package
Learn to ask if you can track a package in Japanese, say and understand tracking numbers, and handle common delivery counter conversations with polite, natural phrasing.
- 375
Receiving a Package
Learn to ask whether a package has arrived for you in Japanese, understand delivery notices and pickup, and use the right particles and polite forms at a counter or on the phone.
- 376
Sending a Letter
Learn to hand a letter to a Japanese post office clerk, ask for the right postage, and choose between standard mail, express, and registered delivery.
- 377
Buying an Envelope
Learn to say 'I need an envelope' in Japanese, request different envelope sizes, and handle a simple purchase at a stationery shop or convenience store.
- 378
Asking About Customs
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to ask about customs declarations, understand declaration forms, and navigate customs with confidence.
- 379
Asking About Insurance
Learn to ask if you can insure a package in Japanese, discuss coverage limits, and handle insurance conversations at the post office or courier counter.
- 380
Asking About Pickup Location
Learn to ask where and when you can pick up a package at a Japanese counter, konbini, or delivery office using 受け取る, 荷物, and 何時まで.
Advanced Social Nuances
10 lessons- 381
Using Humor in Conversation
Learn to turn the standard Japanese weather greeting into a sarcastic joke, judge whether your listener enjoyed it, and keep the exchange friendly rather than rude.
- 382
Handling Awkward Silence
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to change the topic when a conversation feels awkward, including ところで, それはそうと, and 話は変わりますが, with polite and casual usage.
- 383
Giving Emotional Support
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to validate someone's feelings, like 大変そうだね and わかるよ, and when to use them instead of offering advice.
- 384
Setting Boundaries Politely
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to decline a request or task politely but clearly, focusing on personal capacity limits rather than rejecting plans.
- 385
Resolving Conflict with a Friend
Learn to say "I felt hurt when..." in Japanese, listen to the other person, and steer the talk toward a solution rather than simply winning a disagreement.
- 386
Expressing Regret
Learn to apologize for serious matters in Japanese, express regret over not doing something, and make amends with sincere phrases and actions.
- 387
Forgiving Someone
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to grant forgiveness formally, such as 許します and 水に流しましょう, and distinguish them from simply accepting an apology.
- 388
Discussing Personal Values
Learn to express core beliefs in Japanese with 大切にする, 信念, and 家族が一番, and to discuss differences respectfully without treating beliefs as mere opinions.
- 389
Navigating Cultural Differences in Social Settings
Learn to describe customs from your country in Japanese and ask about Japanese customs using では and はどうですか. Intermediate conversation practice.
- 390
Giving a Toast at an Event
Learn to propose a toast in formal, public Japanese settings, using brief set phrases for occasions like weddings, banquets, and receptions.
Etiquette in Public and Professional Settings
10 lessons- 391
Formal Email Greetings
Learn how to open a formal Japanese email, from the company-name line to the personal address, and choose the right greeting for a new contact, a colleague, or a superior.
- 392
Formal Email Closings
Learn to end formal Japanese emails correctly with closings like yoroshiku onegai itashimasu, keigu, and kashikomarimashita, plus the name line that follows them.
- 393
Phone Etiquette: Answering
Learn to answer calls in Japanese with polite and casual phrases, including 'Hello, this is...' and handling wrong numbers.
- 394
Phone Etiquette: Making Calls
Learn to make a phone call in Japanese: use もしもし, introduce yourself with 〜と申します, and state your purpose politely with 〜のですが. Includes a model dialogue and practice.
- 395
Public Transport Etiquette
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for trains and buses: asking to sit, checking if a seat is free, and politely getting past other passengers.
- 396
Workplace Small Talk
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for light conversation with colleagues about weather and weekends. Build rapport with natural questions, reactions, and follow-ups.
- 397
Asking for a Favor at Work
Learn to ask colleagues for work-related favors in Japanese using 〜ていただけますか and 〜をお願いできますか, with appropriate keigo for professional contexts.
- 398
Giving Feedback Politely
Learn intermediate Japanese patterns for offering gentle suggestions and constructive feedback, including ~tara dō desu ka, ~te mitara, and ~kamoshiremasen, with polite softening strategies.
- 399
Receiving Feedback Gracefully
Learn to respond politely to feedback in Japanese. Master phrases like 'Thank you for the feedback' and use them appropriately in workplace and social contexts.
- 400
Interrupting Politely in Meetings
Learn formal Japanese phrases for interrupting a meeting politely, including how to ask for permission to speak, add a point, or ask a clarifying question in workplace settings.
Abstract Topics and Debate
10 lessons- 401
Third Conditional: Past Hypotheticals
Learn to describe unreal past situations in Japanese using もし〜ていたら, 〜た, and 〜ただろう, so you can express regret and hindsight naturally.
- 402
Defining Abstract Concepts
Learn to define abstract concepts like justice or happiness in simple Japanese using ~to wa ~koto da and ~to iu imi da. Build clear definition sentences for intermediate conversation.
- 403
Rebutting an Argument
Learn to acknowledge an opposing view and introduce a counterpoint in Japanese using 確かに…しかし, それはそうですが, and 一方で. Build rebuttal skills for natural conversation.
- 404
Adjusting Register in Writing
Learn to select the right level of formality in Japanese written communication, from business emails to casual texts, with key phrases and etiquette.
- 405
Expressing Hesitation
Learn to hesitate naturally in Japanese with fillers like ええと, あの, and なんか. Practice softening statements and expressing uncertainty in conversation.
- 406
Paraphrasing Someone's Point
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to restate someone's idea in your own words and confirm understanding, focusing on paraphrase rather than summary.
- 407
Using Fillers Naturally
Learn Japanese fillers like なんか, こう, っていうか, なんていうか and まあ to hesitate, soften, and rephrase the way native speakers do in casual conversation.
- 408
Expressing Adequacy and Insufficiency
Learn to say whether something is sufficient or excessive in Japanese using 足りる, 足りない, and 〜すぎる, with natural examples for time, money, and food.
- 409
Discussing Problems and Solutions
Learn to state a problem and offer a solution in Japanese using 問題は…です, 解決策は…です, 〜たらどうですか, and 〜べきです, with polite conversation practice.
- 410
Using Proverbs
Learn common Japanese proverbs (kotowaza) and when to use them appropriately in conversation. Understand their meanings, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Advanced Dining and Cooking
10 lessons- 411
Discuss Food Quality
Move beyond oishii and mazui. Learn to critique meat texture, sauce saltiness, and doneness with natural intermediate Japanese patterns for restaurant conversation.
- 412
Explain a Complex Recipe
Learn to give and follow detailed, multi-step Japanese cooking instructions using 〜てから, 〜ながら, 〜あとで, and 〜前に, with a full three-part recipe example and polite kitchen dialogue.
- 413
Negotiate at a Market
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to negotiate a lower price politely, including waribiki, makete, and package deals, with natural examples and cultural tips.
- 414
Discuss Food Sustainability
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to discuss organic, local, and ethical food choices, focusing on environmental impact rather than just quality.
- 415
Give a Cooking Demonstration
Learn to guide someone through a recipe in real time in Japanese, using te-form requests, sequence markers, and timing and safety phrases for hands-on cooking.
- 416
Discuss Food and Health
Learn to describe a food's nutritional strengths in Japanese using たんぱく質が豊富, 〜が多い, and 〜が少ない, and explain health benefits in natural conversation.
- 417
Critique a Restaurant Meal
Learn to give a thoughtful overall review of a meal in Japanese, using intermediate grammar to describe taste, texture, and presentation, and to make recommendations.
- 418
Plan a Menu for an Event
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to plan a party menu with others: suggest courses, ask preferences, and confirm decisions politely using 〜はどうですか, 〜にしましょう, and more.
- 419
Discuss Food Waste
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to discuss composting and waste reduction. Practice a natural conversation about composting food scraps, using grammar patterns like 〜べきだ and 〜ようにする.
- 420
Explain a Food Allergy in Detail
Learn to describe where it hurts, how much it hurts, and how long it has lasted in Japanese, using が/は, くらい/ほど, and duration expressions.
Practical Travel Problems
10 lessons- 421
Reporting Lost Luggage
Learn to say 'My luggage is missing' in Japanese and handle the lost-luggage claim process at an airport with confidence.
- 422
Reporting Lost Passport
Learn to say you've lost your passport in Japanese, explain when and where it happened, and understand the police report and embassy steps using natural intermediate-level phrasing.
- 423
Asking for Help with a Lost Item
Learn to tell staff you think you left your phone somewhere, ask them to check, and understand how Japanese lost and found works.
- 424
Reporting a Theft
Learn to report a theft in Japanese: say 'My wallet was stolen,' file a police report (higai todoke), and handle basic questions from officers.
- 425
Asking for a Replacement Ticket
Learn to say you lost your ticket, ask whether it can be reissued, and understand the fee and ID rules at Japanese stations, cinemas, and events.
- 426
Asking for a Refund
Learn to ask for a refund in Japanese after a service cancellation, understand refund policies, and respond politely to common responses.
- 427
Asking for a Doctor Urgently
Learn to say you need a doctor right away in Japanese, understand Japan's 119 and 110 emergency numbers, and use key phrases for injuries, pain, and allergies during a medical emergency.
- 428
Asking for Help with a Flat Tire
Learn to say you have a flat tire, ask for help politely, and handle basic roadside assistance in Japanese with natural phrases and a service call dialogue.
- 429
Asking for a Locksmith
Learn to say you are locked out in Japanese, ask someone to call a locksmith, and understand how long the wait will be, with polite and casual forms.
- 430
Asking for a Translator
Learn to ask 'Do you have a translator?' and request language assistance in Japanese. Master key phrases for when you need English support or cannot understand Japanese.
Social Fluency and Complex Interactions
10 lessons- 431
Telling an Engaging Story
Learn to tell a vivid story in Japanese using 〜ちゃった, 〜たら, and 〜ていた to build surprise and sequence, with natural past-tense narration.
- 432
Using Active Listening
Learn to use aizuchi (response tokens) and follow-up questions in Japanese so you can show active listening and keep a conversation going naturally.
- 433
Paraphrasing to Confirm Understanding
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for repeating back what someone said so you can confirm understanding before a problem grows: つまり, 〜ということですね, 〜という理解で合っていますか, and more.
- 434
Expressing Empathy
Learn to express deep empathy in Japanese with 大変だったね and related phrases. Distinguish between surface sympathy and genuine connection, and share similar experiences naturally.
- 435
Negotiating a Compromise
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to propose compromises and reach agreement, focusing on 'How about we split the difference?' and related expressions.
- 436
Mediating a Friend Dispute
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for staying neutral as a third party when two other people disagree, including how to invite both sides to speak without taking sides.
- 437
Giving a Heartfelt Compliment
Learn to express deep inspiration in Japanese with natural phrases, understand when to use them, and avoid common mistakes. Perfect for intermediate learners.
- 438
Accepting a Compliment Gracefully
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for responding warmly when someone helps or compliments you, without deflecting or self-deprecation.
- 439
Discussing Future Aspirations
Learn to talk about broad life dreams in Japanese using いつか…たい and 夢は…ことです. Practice sharing hopes beyond career goals.
- 440
Reflecting on Relationships
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to assess how relationships have changed over time, using reflective language to say you've grown closer or drifted apart.
Discourse: Connecting Ideas and Clarifying
10 lessons- 441
Using Connectors for Contrast
Learn intermediate Japanese contrast connectors like しかし, でも, 一方で, and それに対して to link opposing ideas naturally in conversation and writing.
- 442
Using Connectors for Addition
Learn to add information in Japanese with そのうえ, さらに, しかも, and おまけに. Master formal and casual registers, sentence patterns, and common pitfalls.
- 443
Clarifying by Asking Questions
Learn to ask precise clarifying questions in Japanese using どういう意味ですか, 〜とはどういうことですか, and related patterns to understand what someone means without guessing.
- 444
Checking Understanding
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for confirming what you heard, such as つまり〜ということですね and 〜という理解で合っていますか, with natural examples, a dialogue, and common-mistake advice.
- 445
Paraphrasing to Confirm
Learn to paraphrase someone's point in Japanese to confirm you understood correctly, using phrases like 'If I understand correctly...' and 'So you're saying...'. Build active listening skills for intermediate conversations.
- 446
Asking for Repetition
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for asking someone to say something again, from casual もう一回 to formal 恐れ入りますが、もう一度おっしゃっていただけますか.
- 447
Asking for Explanation
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to ask for more explanation, such as 'Could you elaborate on that?' Focus on deepening understanding without simply repeating.
- 448
Summarizing a Conversation
Learn Japanese phrases and patterns for wrapping up a discussion by summarizing key points, confirming agreement, and assigning next steps at the intermediate level.
- 449
Changing the Topic Smoothly
Learn Japanese phrases for shifting topics politely in conversation, including そういえば, ところで, 話は変わりますが, and ちなみに, with register guidance and a model dialogue.
- 450
Ending a Conversation Politely
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for ending a conversation politely, from 'It was great talking to you' to soft pre-closing signals and final goodbyes.
Advanced Interaction
10 lessons- 451
Repairing Communication Breakdowns
Learn intermediate Japanese repair strategies to fix misunderstandings mid-conversation: rephrasing, clarifying, and confirming what your partner actually meant.
- 452
Qualifying Statements
Learn to soften and qualify opinions in Japanese with 一般的に (in general), だいたい (mostly), and 〜傾向がある (tend to), so you can express partial agreement and general patterns naturally.
- 453
Finding Common Ground
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to identify shared goals during disagreements, using patterns like お互い and 同じ to shift from opposition to cooperation.
- 454
Mixed Conditionals
Learn to build Japanese conditional sentences that mix past causes with present results, using 〜ていたら and 〜のに, and see how they differ from pure past counterfactuals.
- 455
Expressing Contrasting Relationships
Learn intermediate Japanese patterns to express how ideas, values, or goals contrast or conflict, using 反面, 一方, 対立する, 矛盾する, and 相反する with natural examples.
- 456
Using Pausing and Rhythm
Learn to use pauses and rhythm in Japanese to make your speech clear and expressive, focusing on timing rather than intonation. Intermediate level.
- 457
Handling Questions After a Presentation
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for handling Q&A after a presentation: acknowledging questions, buying time, giving opinions, and politely handling ones you cannot answer.
- 458
Chairing a Meeting
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for opening a meeting, setting the agenda, assigning turns, and moving discussion forward as the leader.
- 459
Comparing Cultural Values
Learn to discuss and compare cultural values like individualism and collectivism in natural intermediate Japanese, using key phrases for family, group harmony, and personal choice.
- 460
Understanding Irony in Context
Learn to identify irony in Japanese by focusing on context and tone, with examples like 'Great, another delay!' and practice dialogues.
Food in Society and Business
10 lessons- 461
Discuss Food Trends
Learn to discuss trendy diets, boom foods, and health fads in natural intermediate Japanese, using 〜がはやっている, 〜と言われている, and balanced opinion phrases.
- 462
Order for a Business Lunch
Learn to order food or drinks in a business setting using polite Japanese, including keigo, appropriate phrases, and cultural nuances for professional interactions.
- 463
Discuss Food Policies
Learn intermediate Japanese to talk about government food regulations: laws, permits, inspections, and labeling. Practice key terms and polite forms for conversations about food safety rules.
- 464
Explain a Food Business Idea
Learn to describe a new restaurant or product concept in Japanese, using 〜をコンセプトに, 〜を売りに, 〜をターゲットに, and 〜を目指す to pitch your idea clearly.
- 465
Discuss Food Security
Learn to talk about whether food is available, easy to get, or hard to find in Japanese. Master key expressions like 手に入る, 不足している, and 流通 to discuss food access naturally.
- 466
Negotiate a Catering Contract
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to discuss catering for corporate events, focusing on business negotiations rather than market haggling.
- 467
Discuss Cultural Appropriation in Food
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to discuss where food comes from, ask about production methods, and explain ethical food choices in conversation.
- 468
Present a Dish to a Customer
Learn to describe a dish to diners in Japanese with professional phrasing, including ingredients, preparation, and polite recommendations. Intermediate level.
- 469
Discuss Food Marketing
Learn to discuss how food is advertised in Japanese. Master phrases for describing promotions, catchphrases, and marketing strategies in natural conversation.
- 470
Explain a Food Safety Issue
Learn to report food recalls, contamination, and public health alerts in Japanese using 回収, 汚染, 自主回収, and the 〜が確認されました pattern.
Advanced Travel Conversations
10 lessons- 471
Discussing Travel Itinerary
Learn to say you want to change your itinerary in Japanese, ask what options are available, and respond politely when plans shift.
- 472
Negotiating a Room Upgrade
Learn intermediate Japanese to request a room upgrade at a hotel, ask about availability and price differences, and respond naturally to staff offers.
- 473
Discussing Local Customs
Learn to ask what you should know about Japanese customs, understand common etiquette tips, and respond politely using natural intermediate Japanese.
- 474
Making Small Talk with Locals
Learn to ask and answer 'Where are you from?' in casual Japanese travel chats. Practice natural phrases, regional variations, and polite follow-ups for real conversations.
- 475
Discussing Transport Options
Learn to ask 'Should I take the train or bus?' in Japanese and discuss pros and cons of each option using intermediate grammar.
- 476
Asking for Travel Advice
Learn to ask locals in Japanese when the best time to visit a place is, and understand their recommendations. Practice key phrases for timing, seasons, and crowds.
- 477
Discussing Accommodation Preferences
Learn to express accommodation preferences in Japanese using 〜のほうがいい and 〜がいいです, ask for a quiet room, and understand polite requests and responses when booking lodging.
- 478
Handling a Complaint
Learn to politely complain in Japanese using soft, indirect phrasing, practice saying you're not satisfied with service, and understand how to seek a resolution.
- 479
Discussing Travel Insurance
Learn intermediate Japanese to ask whether a travel insurance policy covers medical expenses, clarify coverage limits, and discuss exclusions at a counter or on the phone.
- 480
Planning a Day Trip
Learn intermediate Japanese for planning a day trip: asking what to see, suggesting sights, and checking train times, costs, and return plans with a companion.
Mastering Social Dynamics
10 lessons- 481
Influencing a Group Decision
Learn to express 'I think we should... because...' in Japanese using 〜べきだ, 〜ほうがいい, and 〜から to lead a group toward agreement.
- 482
Handling Criticism Gracefully
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for acknowledging critical feedback calmly, using 承知しました, 受け止めます and related expressions without sounding defensive or overly apologetic.
- 483
Giving Difficult Feedback
Learn to give sensitive feedback in Japanese using 'I' statements and soft suggestions like 'I noticed... maybe you could...'. Build intermediate skills for polite, non-confrontational criticism.
- 484
Apologizing Publicly
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for apologizing sincerely in front of a group, including how public apologies differ from private ones in tone and wording.
- 485
Accepting a Public Apology
Learn to say 'I appreciate that' in Japanese when your gratitude is witnessed by others, using ありがとうございます and 感謝します with appropriate politeness and follow-up.
- 486
Expressing Deep Gratitude
Learn the Japanese phrase 感謝してもしきれません and related expressions for deep, heartfelt gratitude, and understand how they differ from casual thanks in tone and social context.
- 487
Discussing Sensitive Topics
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to ask sensitive questions politely and set boundaries tactfully, using softeners like 'kamoshirenai' and 'to ii n desu kedo'.
- 488
Offering Condolences
Learn to say 'I'm so sorry for your loss' in Japanese, offer meaningful support, and distinguish sympathy from addressing grief.
- 489
Celebrating Diversity
Learn to say you love learning about other cultures in Japanese, using phrases that show positive curiosity and respect. Perfect for intermediate learners who want to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
- 490
Maintaining Relationships Long-Term
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to maintain long-term friendships, focusing on longevity and effort. Master expressions like 縁を切らないように and 連絡を取り合おう.
Cross-Cultural Clarification and Adaptation
10 lessons- 491
Asking About Cultural Norms
Learn to ask whether a practice is customary in Japanese using 習慣, 普通, and たりする, with polite question forms and softeners for strangers and hosts.
- 492
Explaining Your Culture
Learn to share your own customs in Japanese using では, と言います, and ことが多いです. Say 'In my country, we usually...' naturally and politely.
- 493
Avoiding Cultural Misunderstandings
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to check assumptions and prevent misunderstandings when discussing potentially sensitive topics.
- 494
Clarifying Cultural Differences
Learn intermediate Japanese patterns for observing cultural differences respectfully, using 気づいたんですが and 〜ことはよくありますか to ask whether something is common without sounding judgmental.
- 495
Apologizing for Cultural Mistakes
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to apologize when you break an unwritten rule, explain that you didn't know, and repair the situation politely.
- 496
Asking for Clarification Across Cultures
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for asking what a word, gesture, or custom means when the cultural context is unclear, using どういう意味ですか and related patterns.
- 497
Adapting Politeness Strategies
Learn how to shift between casual, polite, and formal Japanese by adjusting verb endings, pronouns, and set phrases to match the social context.
- 498
Discussing Stereotypes Carefully
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to discuss stereotypes without offense: hedge with と言う人もいます, contrast with でも, and state your view using 私は…と思います. Practice polite, nuanced conversation.
- 499
Sharing Cross-Cultural Experiences
Learn to tell short stories about your time in other cultures using 〜たとき, 〜ていた, and 〜たことがある, with natural past-tense narration and time expressions.
- 500
Resolving Cultural Conflicts
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases to resolve cultural misunderstandings and reach compromises, such as 'Let's find a middle ground.' Focus on resolution, not avoidance.
Parcel notices and redelivery
10 lessons- 501
Reading a Japanese Missed-Delivery Slip
Learn to scan a Japanese missed-delivery slip for the tracking number, the failed-attempt time, the driver's contact box, and the redelivery request options, with polite phrases for the door or phone.
- 502
Choosing a Redelivery Time Window in Japanese
Learn to call the number on a missed parcel slip and politely request a two-hour redelivery window in Japanese, using 午前中, 12時ごろ, 14時から16時まで, and the pattern 〜時に届けてもらえますか with the hedge できれば.
- 503
Saying Your Name Clearly on a Parcel Phone Call
Learn to handle a Japanese delivery intercom call: repeat your name slowly, say もう一度お願いします, and introduce yourself with 〜と申します.
- 504
Asking to Pick Up a Parcel at the Delivery Office
Learn to say you'll pick up a parcel yourself, ask about office hours, and confirm what ID to bring. Includes polite phrases and a phone dialogue for after missed deliveries.
- 505
Explaining a Wrong Name on the Buzzer
Learn to say the intercom shows a previous tenant's name, correct it politely with 〜ですが, and confirm your apartment number using 号室.
- 506
Guiding a Driver to Your Apartment Entrance
Learn polite Japanese directions for a large apartment building: entrance, auto-lock door, back entrance, parking area and stairs, with a two-step route pattern using 〜を右に曲がって、〜の前に来てください.
- 507
When a Package Is Too Big for the Locker
Learn polite Japanese for when a parcel will not fit a building delivery locker: explain the problem, ask what to do, and offer hand delivery or 置き配 as options.
- 508
Asking Whether a Parcel Needs a Signature
Learn polite Japanese questions to ask a courier before accepting a parcel: whether a signature or seal is required, whether ID is needed, and what else you should have ready at the door.
- 509
Rescheduling a Parcel a Second Time
Learn apologetic-polite Japanese to call a delivery company again after missing a redelivery, confirm a new time window, and repeat your address back clearly.
- 510
Asking If a Parcel Was Left with a Neighbor
Learn polite Japanese to ask a carrier or neighbor whether your parcel was left next door, using 〜てもらえますか and 〜ましたか.
Coin laundry after a small mishap
10 lessons- 511
Washer-Dryer vs. Dryer at a Japanese Coin Laundry
Learn to read 洗濯機, 乾燥機, and 洗濯乾燥機 at a Japanese coin laundry, ask これは洗濯だけですか、乾燥もできますか, and use 〜だけ and 〜もできますか with control panel words like 水温, コース, スタート.
- 512
You Forgot Your Blanket in the Coin Laundry
Learn polite Japanese to return to a coin laundry and ask staff whether your forgotten blanket is still there, using 忘れ物, 取りに来ました, and まだありますか.
- 513
Coins Taken but the Machine Didn't Start
Learn polite Japanese to report that a coin laundry machine took your money but never started: use 〜のに for unexpected results, ask for a refund, point to the machine number, and calmly request that a staff member be called.
- 514
A Machine Is Occupied by a Finished Load
Learn polite Japanese for a coin laundry where every machine is full and one has finished but nobody has collected the laundry: 終わっていますね, 使ってもいいですか, まだ使っていますか, 少し待ちます, and 取りに来るまで待ちます.
- 515
Asking Whether Detergent Is Automatic
Learn to ask 洗剤は自動ですか and 持って来たほうがいいですか at an unfamiliar Japanese coin laundry, and to read 自動投入 on the machine panel.
- 516
Your Bag Is Caught in the Laundry Door
Learn elementary Japanese to explain that a laundry bag is caught in the machine door, ask staff for help politely, and avoid forcing the door yourself.
- 517
The Duvet Is Still Damp After the Dryer
Learn to say your duvet is still damp, ask for another drying cycle, and check the remaining time in Japanese. Includes まだ湿っています, 羽毛布団, 追加で乾燥, もう一度回す, and 何分くらい必要ですか.
- 518
Extending Dryer Time at a Japanese Coin Laundry
Learn to ask for more dryer time in Japanese at a coin laundry. Master 延長, 追加料金, もう10分, ボタンを押す, and the pattern 〜を延ばせますか to add time in small increments and ask about extra cost without quoting prices.
- 519
Asking About a Folding Service at the Laundry
Learn polite Japanese for asking a coin laundry attendant whether folding is available, what is included, and how to request it as an add-on, using 〜てもらえますか and 〜は含まれていますか.
- 520
Finding an Empty Machine at a Busy Coin Laundry
Learn polite Japanese phrases to find an empty washing machine, read 使用中 signs, and ask waiting customers how long they expect to wait.
A ramen ticket machine adventure
10 lessons- 521
When a Ramen Ticket Machine Button Is Sold Out
Learn to spot a sold-out button on a ramen ticket machine, ask これは売り切れですか, and pick another dish with 別のもの or おすすめはどれですか.
- 522
Your Ramen Ticket Printed Two Items
Learn polite Japanese to tell staff you accidentally bought two ramen tickets and ask to exchange or refund one before your order starts.
- 523
Requesting Noodle Firmness at a Ramen Shop
Learn to ask 麺の固さは選べますか at a tonkotsu shop and order your preferred firmness with 〜でお願いします. Master バリカタ, カタメ, 普通, and やわらかめ for a perfect bowl.
- 524
Asking for a Topping on the Side
Learn to ask for ramen toppings like egg or nori on the side in Japanese, using 別皿, トッピング, 別々に, のせないでください, and 後でのせます.
- 525
Handing Your Ramen Ticket to the Counter
Learn the exact Japanese phrases for handing your ramen ticket to the counter, asking where to put it, and checking if a seat is free.
- 526
You Selected the Wrong Size Ramen
Learn polite Japanese to correct a ramen ticket machine mistake: say 間違えました, ask 変更できますか, and use 〜に変更できますか with 差額 before your bowl is served.
- 527
Broth Refill vs. Noodle Refill at a Ramen Shop
Learn to ask for extra noodles (替え玉) or more broth (スープのおかわり) at a ramen shop, and how to check if these options are available.
- 528
Asking About Customizations Before Ordering
Learn polite Japanese questions for asking ramen shop staff about customizations, toppings and free options before you buy a ticket, using 〜はできますか and 〜を選べますか.
- 529
Explaining You Don't Eat Pork at a Ramen Shop
Learn to ask whether ramen broth or toppings contain pork, request a pork-free bowl, and bow out politely if a shop cannot help.
- 530
The Ramen Ticket Machine Won't Take Your Note
Learn polite Japanese to ask ramen shop staff for help when the ticket machine rejects your large banknote: お札が使えません, 両替, 千円札, 店員さん and 手伝ってもらえますか.
The neighborhood specialty food shop
10 lessons- 531
Reading Onigiri Filling Labels in Japanese
Learn to match handwritten onigiri tags to fillings like 鮭, ツナマヨ, 梅, 昆布 and 明太子, and ask staff which one is which at the counter.
- 532
Asking About a Wagashi's Seasonal Shape
Learn to ask what a wagashi's shape represents, which season it suggests, and what filling is inside, using polite Japanese questions that work in any shop.
- 533
Asking How Much Tea Leaf to Use
Learn to ask staff at a Japanese tea shop how much loose leaf to use per person and how many cups a bag makes, using polite patterns and key tea vocabulary.
- 534
Asking About Rice Polishing Preference
Learn to ask how much bran is polished off rice in Japanese, using 精米, 白米, 玄米, 七分づき, 好み, 〜にできますか, and どれがおすすめですか.
- 535
Asking About Toasted Sesame Texture
Learn to ask how toasted sesame products differ in grind and aroma, and request a small sample, using polite Japanese patterns like 〜と〜はどう違いますか and 香りが強いのはどれですか.
- 536
Asking Which Tofu Firmness Suits Your Recipe
Learn to ask a tofu shop staff which tofu type—木綿, 絹ごし, 充填, 水切り—works for frying or simmering, using 〜に向いていますか and 〜はどちらがいいですか.
- 537
Asking to Separate Fragile Sweets in a Bag
Learn to ask Japanese shop staff to bag fragile sweets separately using 割れやすい, 別々に, and polite request patterns.
- 538
Gift-Wrapping Without a Price Sticker
Learn polite Japanese phrases to ask a shop to gift-wrap an item, remove the price tag, and provide a separate bag, using 贈り物なので and 〜をお願いできますか.
- 539
Asking for a Sample at a Specialty Food Shop
Learn to ask for a sample at a Japanese specialty food shop using 試食 and 味見, accept or decline with いただきます and 大丈夫です, and thank staff politely.
- 540
Asking How to Store a Fresh Item
Learn polite Japanese questions for asking shop staff how to store a fresh purchase, how many days it keeps, and whether to refrigerate or freeze it.
Lockers and belongings at an event
10 lessons- 541
Choosing a Coin Locker Size for a Poster Tube
Learn to ask station staff if your poster tube fits in a coin locker, using 入りますか and size words like 大型, 中型, 小型.
- 542
You Forgot Which Locker You Used
Learn polite Japanese to say you forgot your locker number, describe your belongings, and ask staff to check for you.
- 543
Locker Key vs. Cloakroom Numbered Tag
Learn elementary Japanese to ask staff how self-service lockers and a staffed cloakroom differ, which is safer, and where to collect your belongings.
- 544
Your Umbrella Was Taken from the Stand
Learn to tell event staff your umbrella is missing from the stand and a similar one is left, using 傘立て, 間違えました, 似ています, 私のではありません and 受付.
- 545
Asking When the Cloakroom Closes
Learn to ask at a Japanese venue counter until what time the cloakroom accepts and returns coats, and whether pickup after the event is possible.
- 546
Asking Whether You Can Bring a Tripod In
Learn polite Japanese for asking venue staff whether a tripod is allowed, whether your bag will be checked, and where to leave gear you cannot bring inside.
- 547
Asking Where to Put a Folded Stroller
Learn polite Japanese to ask event staff where to leave a folded stroller, check whether it blocks the walkway, and request that staff hold it for you, using どこに置けばいいですか and 〜てもいいですか.
- 548
You Lost Your Seat Cushion at an Event
Learn to say you dropped your seat cushion at a venue, describe where you sat, and ask a lost-and-found desk whether it has been turned in, using 座布団, 忘れ物, 落としました, 落とし物 and 受付に届いていますか.
- 549
Asking If You Can Keep a Locker Longer
Learn polite Japanese for asking staff to extend locker time, including 延長, 時間を過ぎました, 追加, もう一度払う, and 大丈夫ですか.
- 550
Describing Your Bag to Staff Near the Lockers
Learn to describe your bag in Japanese using color, type, size, and a distinguishing detail so staff can identify it quickly.
A bicycle for a very local errand
10 lessons- 551
Adjusting a Rental Bicycle Saddle Height
Learn to ask rental shop staff to raise or lower your bicycle saddle in Japanese, and respond when they ask how high you want it.
- 552
Requesting a Valve Adapter for Bike Tires
Learn Japanese phrases to request a valve adapter, explain your pump doesn't fit, and handle a rental shop dialogue for inflating bike tires.
- 553
Fixing a Rattling Bicycle Basket
Learn to say your basket rattles, ask for tools, and request a quick fix or replacement bike at a rental shop in natural Japanese.
- 554
Parking a Bike in a Narrow Rack Space
Learn to ask if a bike space is free and say a rack is too narrow in Japanese, with polite phrases for staff and passersby.
- 555
Distinguishing Monthly Parking from Temporary
Learn to ask staff whether a bicycle spot is 月極 (monthly contract) or 一時利用 (one-time use), and how to ask about paying for temporary parking.
- 556
Walking a Bicycle Across a Crowded Passage
Learn to ask permission to walk your bicycle through a crowded shopping street in Japanese, and to excuse yourself politely when people are in the way.
- 557
Reporting a Return Lock That Won't Register
Learn intermediate Japanese to return a rental bicycle when the lock won't register: lock vocabulary, ロックがかかりません, 返却できません, and asking staff for help.
- 558
Asking Staff for Local Route Advice
Learn to ask rental staff in Japanese about safe bicycle routes, one-way streets, and hills, and to request a map and time estimate for a nearby errand.
- 559
Requesting a Basket for a Rental Bike
Learn to ask if a rental bike has a basket, request one be attached, and name front and rear baskets in natural Japanese for a quick local errand.
- 560
Asking About Bike Return Time and Location
Learn to ask 返却は何時までですか and 返却場所はどこですか, confirm return details with ここに戻せばいいですか, and handle late fees or after-hours returns in a bike rental scenario.
Joining a tabletop game session
10 lessons- 561
Watching the First Round of a Board Game
Learn beginner Japanese to ask to observe a board game, say you want to watch just the first round, and ask about rules politely without interrupting.
- 562
Understanding Furigana-Heavy Game Cards
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask about furigana and kanji readings on game cards, confirm meanings with other players, and keep a session moving smoothly.
- 563
Asking for Cooperative Game Clues
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to ask for hints during cooperative board games, using ヒントをくれませんか and もう少し教えてもらえますか without revealing too much.
- 564
Politely Correcting a Miscount in a Game
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to gently point out a counting mistake during a tabletop game, using すみません、数が違うかもしれません and もう一度数えてもいいですか. Practice a points scenario without causing offense.
- 565
Dealing with Slippery Card Sleeves
Learn elementary Japanese to describe slippery card sleeves, ask other players for tips, and request a different sleeve type at a game session.
- 566
Asking When Your Turn Ends
Learn elementary Japanese questions for clarifying turn order and end-of-turn conditions during a tabletop game, including phase vocabulary and polite ways to ask staff for help.
- 567
Clarifying House Rules in a Board Game
Learn to ask ハウスルールはありますか and 普通のルールと違いますか, use ローカルルール and 独自ルール, and role-play joining a group that plays with house rules.
- 568
Explaining You Know a Game but Not Japanese Names
Learn to say you know a game but not its Japanese names, ask 日本語では何と言いますか, and handle card names and terms at a game table in Japanese.
- 569
Asking to Join a Game Already in Progress
Learn to ask whether you can join a tabletop game mid-session or get into the next round, using 途中から参加できますか and 次のゲームに入れてもらえますか, plus player-count vocabulary like 人数 and プレイヤー.
- 570
Requesting a Rulebook in English
Learn to ask whether a game has an English rulebook or only Japanese rules, request a translation of key rules, and confirm what staff can actually provide before you sit down to play.
A fan event with good boundaries
10 lessons- 571
Trading Duplicate Cards at a Fan Event
Learn beginner Japanese for trading duplicate cards at fan events: offer a trade with 交換しませんか, ask このカードと交換できますか, and check condition and rarity politely.
- 572
Asking Before Photographing a Display
Learn polite Japanese for asking staff whether you may photograph a display, using 写真を撮ってもいいですか and ここで撮影できますか, plus the words 展示 and ディスプレイ.
- 573
Clarifying a No-Photo Area at an Event
Learn to ask 撮影禁止ですか and どこで写真を撮れますか, understand 禁止エリア and 撮影禁止, and role-play asking staff about photo rules at a fan event.
- 574
Handling Fragile Merchandise at a Fan Event
Learn to ask if merchandise is fragile and request careful handling in Japanese, with phrases for packaging and a practical shopping dialogue.
- 575
Asking for Name Pronunciation on an Autograph
Learn elementary Japanese phrases to ask a signer how to pronounce their name and to request it written in roman letters on an autograph, using サイン and 署名 correctly.
- 576
Declining a Trade Politely at a Fan Event
Learn to refuse a trade offer at a fan event in Japanese without offending. Master phrases like すみません、これは交換できません and ちょっと考えさせてください, plus key vocabulary 交換 and トレード.
- 577
Line for Pickup Versus Purchase at an Event
Learn to ask where the pickup line is and whether a line is for buying, using 受け取り, 引き換え, 購入 and 販売 at fan events and goods counters.
- 578
Spoilers Boundary at a Fan Event
Learn to discuss spoilers in Japanese at fan events. Use ネタバレは避けたいです and まだ見ていないので言わないでください to set boundaries politely.
- 579
Asking About Merchandise Limits at a Fan Event
Learn to ask staff in Japanese about per-person purchase limits at fan events using 一人何個までですか and 制限はありますか, with polite patterns and a realistic role-play.
- 580
Requesting a Bag for Merchandise
Learn to ask for a bag for merchandise in Japanese at a fan event, including how to request one politely and how to ask whether bags cost extra, with reusable patterns for レジ袋 and 紙袋.
Making things at a craft workshop
10 lessons- 581
Adjusting Sashiko Thread Length
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask how long sashiko thread should be and to say your thread is too short, with a workshop role-play and key vocabulary like 刺し子 and 針.
- 582
Centering Clay on a Pottery Wheel
Learn beginner Japanese phrases to ask about centering clay on a pottery wheel, including how to request a demonstration when you're struggling.
- 583
Carving Stamps in Mirror Image
Learn to ask if you need to carve a stamp in mirror image in Japanese. Master phrases like 鏡文字にする必要がありますか and 反対に彫りますか for craft workshops.
- 584
Folding Washi Paper in the Correct Direction
Learn to ask which way to fold washi paper and whether to align the crease, with polite questions for craft workshop instructors.
- 585
Reading Glaze Sample Labels
Learn elementary Japanese for pottery workshops: ask what a glaze is called and what its label says, using 釉薬, サンプル, この釉薬の名前は何ですか and ラベルに何と書いてありますか.
- 586
Finding Your Drying Shelf Name
Learn elementary Japanese for a craft workshop: ask where the drying shelf is, say where you will put your piece, and follow simple directions from staff.
- 587
Bringing an Unfinished Piece Back Inquiry
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for asking staff whether you can take an unfinished craft piece home, continue it next time, and bring it back later.
- 588
Requesting an Instructor Demonstration Again
Learn intermediate Japanese phrases for asking a craft instructor to repeat a demonstration, using もう一度お願いできますか and もう一度見せてもらえますか, plus the vocabulary 実演 and お手本.
- 589
Asking About Clay Types for Pottery
Learn to ask which clay is which at a Japanese pottery workshop: この粘土は何ですか, どんな土がありますか, and vocabulary such as 陶土 and 磁土, with a staff role-play.
- 590
Requesting Extra Materials at a Craft Workshop
Learn to request more materials or ask where to buy them at a Japanese craft workshop. Master 材料をもう少しもらえますか and 追加で買えますか with practical vocabulary and a realistic dialogue.
Secondhand hobby treasure hunting
10 lessons- 591
Checking a Camera Battery Door at a Recycle Shop
Learn to ask if the battery door closes properly and if you can open it when inspecting a used camera at a Japanese recycle shop.
- 592
Asking About a Missing Runner in a Model Kit
Learn to ask staff in Japanese whether a model kit is missing a runner or parts, using ランナーが欠けていませんか and 部品は全部揃っていますか.
- 593
Distinguishing Record Obi from Insert
Learn to ask if a used record includes its obi and liner notes in Japanese, with polite phrases for shop staff and a realistic role-play.
- 594
Asking About Fountain Pen Nib Size
Learn to ask about fountain pen nib size in Japanese using ペン先のサイズは何ですか and 細字ですか、中字ですか. Build vocabulary for 万年筆 and ペン先, and practice a natural staff conversation.
- 595
Checking Kimono Fabric Offcuts
Learn to ask この端切れは何ですか and 着物の生地ですか at a secondhand shop. Identify fabric type and origin with polite, reusable Japanese.
- 596
Testing an Instrument Case Latch
Learn to ask permission to open a latch and check if it closes properly in Japanese. Essential phrases for buying a used instrument case.
- 597
Asking About a Missing Game Manual
Learn to ask whether a used game includes its manual or if it is missing, using 説明書 and マニュアル in polite questions at a Japanese game shop.
- 598
Requesting to Test a Zipper
Learn to ask staff if you can test a zipper on a used bag or pouch, and how to check whether it moves smoothly. Includes polite phrases, vocabulary for ファスナー and チャック, and a realistic shop dialogue.
- 599
Asking About Return Policy at a Recycle Shop
Learn to ask 返品はできますか and 返品可能ですか at a Japanese recycle shop, plus 返品 and 交換 vocabulary, so you know the store's policy before buying a used item.
- 600
Checking for Scratches on a Used Lens
Learn to ask whether a used lens has scratches and to request permission to inspect it closely, with polite patterns for camera-shop conversations in Japanese.
Small phrases, real conversations
3 lessons- 601
It depends on the person: 人によります
Learn three natural Japanese phrases for saying something depends on the person or situation, and distinguish them from 人それぞれ and from someone deciding.
- 602
Smaller bills, please: asking in Japanese
Learn to ask a Japanese cashier to break a 10,000-yen note into smaller bills, using 崩していただけますか and 両替できますか. Understand the difference between breaking a bill, exchanging currency, and getting change.
- 603
Questions? Invite them politely in Japanese
Learn three Japanese patterns for inviting questions—friendly, workplace-polite, and formal email—and avoid common keigo mix-ups about who is asking whom.
Tone and connection 1
1 lessonsAt the table 1
3 lessons- 605
How to ask in japanese do you have this
Learn the core Japanese pattern これはありますか to ask if a shop or restaurant has a specific item, with polite variants, a natural dialogue, and practice.
- 606
How to ask to buy something japanese
Learn elementary Japanese ways to ask to buy an item: use これをください for polite requests and 買いたいです to express what you want to buy, with a shop dialogue and practice.
- 607
How to respond to japanese restaurant greeting
Learn natural Japanese replies to いらっしゃいませ and 何名様ですか, including 一名です, 二名です, 予約があります, and how to ask for a table politely.
Words that make a difference 1
5 lessons- 608
Japanese difference between hiragana and katakana
Learn the difference between hiragana and katakana: their shapes, typical uses, and how to ask about them in Japanese.
- 609
Japanese difference between neru and nemuru
寝る (neru) means going to bed or lying down to sleep; 眠る (nemuru) means being asleep. Learn the transitivity and nuance with clear examples.
- 610
Japanese difference between ni and de
Learn the core difference between に and で in Japanese: に marks where something exists or where you go, while で marks where an action takes place. Includes patterns, a dialogue, and practice.
- 611
How to say i'm not done yet in japanese
Learn to say you're not finished, it's not over, or not yet in Japanese using まだ終わっていません and まだです. Clear patterns, polite examples, and a natural dialogue.
- 612
Japanese difference between wa and ga
Learn when to use は (wa) and が (ga) in Japanese. This elementary guide explains topic vs. subject with clear examples, a dialogue, and practice.
Everyday replies 1
7 lessons- 613
Japanese difference between kudasai and onegaishimasu
Learn when to use ください for concrete requests and お願いします for polite asks. Includes patterns, dialogue and practice for everyday situations.
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Japanese how to say long time no see
Learn the standard Japanese greeting お久しぶりです for reunions, the casual 久しぶり among friends, and how to add ぶり and ですね naturally in everyday conversation.
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I don’t mind in Japanese: acceptance or reassurance?
Learn to accept offers with 構いません and express personal indifference with 気にしません. Distinguish these from 気にしないで (don't worry). Includes polite request responses and a natural dialogue.
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How to say it's ok take your time in japanese
Learn natural Japanese ways to reassure someone: 大丈夫です、ゆっくりでいいです, ゆっくりどうぞ, and ごゆっくり. Includes polite patterns, a dialogue, and practice for everyday situations.
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How do you say never mind in japanese
Learn two natural ways to say "never mind" in Japanese: 気にしないで for reassuring someone, and なんでもない for dismissing a small issue. Includes pronunciation, register, and a dialogue.
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How to say no way in japanese slang
Learn two common Japanese slang phrases for disbelief: ありえない and 無理. Understand their tones, when to use them, and practice with a natural dialogue.
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How to say shut up already in japanese
Learn blunt Japanese phrases to tell someone to be quiet, including もう黙って and 静かにして, with usage notes, a dialogue, and practice.
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Japanese phrases at convenience store
Learn the key Japanese questions you will hear at a convenience store, how to answer them, and how to ask for a bag, heating, or a payment method with confidence.
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Japanese phrases for tourists with pronunciation
Learn three core Japanese question patterns to ask staff for help while traveling. Get accurate Hepburn pronunciation, register tips, and a realistic dialogue to practice.
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How to say enjoy your stay in japanese
Learn to wish someone a good stay or a great time in Japanese with 楽しんでください and ごゆっくりどうぞ, including polite variations and when to use each.