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I have been thinking a lot about self-study recently. When you want to learn something, the first thing that comes to mind is going to a school or other institution and having a teacher teach you. But is that really necessary? We live in an age where we can learn anything from books and YouTube. Rather than thinking about time and efficiency, I think it is better to research and learn by yourself...

There are words in the Japanese language that even the Japanese cannot explain. For instance, the letter お, which is added above a noun. Some nouns have this letter and some do not. There are no definitions or rules for this.

Some Japanese kanji have two readings, even though they are the same and have the same meaning. It is very difficult to explain the difference in words. Sometimes I don't know what I'm talking about when I explain.

The map of Japan was completed in 1821. The map of Japan was drawn by one man who spent 16 years surveying the whole country on foot. It is a tremendous achievement. Did you know that although Japan is depicted as small on world maps, it is actually a surprisingly large country? It is the 61st largest of the world's 201 countries.

The Japanese language has hiragana as well as katakana, which can be difficult to learn. But katakana is very useful when learning kanji. I highly recommend that you learn katakana before kanji!

When I was a teenager, I had always wanted to be a voice actor. I thought I had given up on it, but I guess I still haven't given up in my heart. But thankfully in this day and age, you can create and broadcast your own radio. Maybe this podcast will lead to me being offered a job as a voice actor for an animation! It is important to think positively in this way!

When my mom was 70, she wanted to run a marathon and I stopped her from doing so. Instead of stopping her, I should have supported her to the best of my ability. Because what she wants to do should not be dictated by others. I want to support my mom in whatever she wants to do in the future. Age does not matter when starting something. It is never too late. If someone wants to try something, we sh...

When it comes to Japanese convenience stores, Lawson is popular among foreigners, but the Ministop convenience store is also highly recommended! Like Starbucks, Ministop offers seasonal products throughout the year. All the desserts you ask for at the cash register look delicious and are sure to be photogenic!

Onigiri has great nutrients. It is no exaggeration to say that they are the soul food of the Japanese people. And just like sushi, onigiri should be remembered by its proper name, onigiri. Because if you use a non-Japanese word for onigiri, the meaning contained in onigiri will disappear.

I met a childhood friend I hadn't seen in a long time and we had a lot of fun talking about our high school days. But she had almost forgotten about those days. She then asked me how she was spending her high school years, so I told her what I could remember as best I could. Then she suddenly told me that there was someone she liked on the train in the morning. But it was someone I liked. In o...

As for Japanese fittings, while there are many names, most of them do not have a clear usage distinction. Japanese people sometimes use words by feel, which can be confusing for learners of Japanese. However, Japanese is a language that is very sensuous and has ambiguity in its language. It is better not to try to clarify word usage at the beginning, because if you worry too much about grammar and...

When you want to learn something, your first thought is to go to school. But is that really necessary? If you go to school, won't you be satisfied with that? In this day and age, you can learn on YouTube or podcasts without going to school. Isn't learning in school alone not really learning if you don't put in the effort yourself?

In rural Japan, you cannot go to work or go shopping without a car. But depending on the climate where you live, you may have to spend more on car accessories than you need. For those of us who live in the suburbs, the car is a necessity, but it is also a waste of money.

I have a longing for long hair, but it doesn't suit me. I envy people who look good with long hair. Everyone around me says I look good with short hair, but the last time I looked up the characteristics of people who look good with short hair, none of them applied to me...

In Japan, preference for the same dish or pastry can be influenced by its texture. It depends on how hard or soft the food is, how thick or thin it is, and so on. There is a lot of onomatopoeia in this episode. Some of the meanings are explained, so please make use of them as a reference for studying Japanese.

I have been thinking additive-free lately. So, for skin care, I use a lotion made by my mom from Dokudami. Dokudami is an herb used for medicinal purposes. It is said to be effective in preventing acne. But now I'm more worried about the spots than the acne. Can anyone tell me which additive-free cosmetics are effective for the spots?

Here are two Japanese children's books recommended for those who are thinking of learning Japanese, those who have just started learning Japanese, and those who cannot read kanji that well yet. Do not underestimate it just because it is a children's book. Even a simple story can make you think about many things. By digging deeper into the story, you can also learn reading comprehension ski...

I would like to share my memories of this period of my youth. When I was a student, I was really bad at math. However, a word from my teacher motivated me and I managed to escape the crisis that I might not be able to advance to the next grade. April in Japan is a time of some changes in the living environment. Are you thinking of starting something or making any changes in your life this spring?

The cherry blossom can be enjoyed in a series of events from the time the buds appear on the branches until they fall. The cherry blossoms in the process of falling are also a sight to behold after the young leaves emerge. And what you should never do is break a branch of a cherry tree. This is absolutely not allowed. Cherry trees are very delicate. If you break a branch in order to take a good pi...

Have you ever wondered, when you watch an anime or read a manga, if something similar could actually happen in real life? I would like to share a manga-like event that actually happened to me.

Japanese sometimes uses onomatopoeic words as verbs or nouns. Here is one of the most commonly used and very useful of these words, which have only two letters! We can express microwaving with just the word chin. *CHIN does not mean chin in English. It is an onomatopoeic word for the sound of a microwave oven.

Each municipality in Japan has Kouhou. Kouhou means to inform the public at large. Generally, you can borrow a small terminal device like a radio from the municipality. The terminal provides information about the city from the municipal office, the police, etc. I think it is the same in every municipality, In the city where I live now, the city song is played every morning at 7:00. Of all the citi...

The Japanese language is full of interesting plays on words, but sometimes you have to be careful when using them. In this connection, I would like to tell you about an unlucky incident that happened to me when I was in middle school.

The other day I found a very lovely text on Pinterest! I hope it will resonate with you while you study Japanese.

In Japan, Valentine's Day is usually marked by the giving of chocolates. In the past, it was common for women to give chocolate to men, but these days, gender is no longer a factor. The old custom of giving chocolate from men to women, between friends, or to colleagues as a token of appreciation is gradually changing. The following month, on March 14, there is also a uniquely Japanese event ca...