by Venese | Jun 25, 2020 | Learning Japanese
Japanese onomatopoeia is a real gem in the Japanese language, innit? The language can be a bit fuzzy and indirect, but these onomatopoeic words really step up, giving us spot-on ways to express feelings, textures, sounds, movements, and looks. There’s a whole...
by Venese | Jun 18, 2020 | Learning Japanese
The Japanese language is known for its unique and fascinating characteristics, one of which is the frequent use of abbreviations, especially in casual conversations and texting. This linguistic trend reflects the dynamic and evolving nature of Japanese, making it more...
by Venese | Jun 11, 2020 | Learning Japanese
If you are planning to travel or move to Japan and don’t speak any Japanese, here are some common daily Japanese phrases you can memorise easily and quickly to get by every day! Whether you’re navigating the bustling streets of Tokyo, ordering food at a local...
by Venese | Jun 7, 2020 | Japanese Culture & Language
Like other countries, Japan has its own Japanese folktales (mukashi-banashi, “Japanese stories from long ago”) that were initially spread via word of mouth. These Japanese legends and traditional stories were created and told to young children to teach them certain...
by Venese | Jun 5, 2020 | Japanese Culture & Language
Japan is an amazing country to visit because of its fascinating culture, delicious food, and kind locals. One of the unexpected perks during my trip was discovering that Japanese toilets are the best in the world! Much of Japan is known by foreigners for being a...
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