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Practical how-to guides for the building blocks of Japanese. Start with hiragana and katakana, then work through self-study grammar.
How to Teach Yourself Japanese Grammar (Without a Teacher, Without a Classroom)
A complete self-study approach to Japanese grammar using the Genki textbook series. What to focus on, what to skip, and how to structure your study sessions.
February 17, 202615 min read
How to Learn Hiragana and Katakana (And Why You Can’t Skip This)
If you want to read manga in Japanese, you need to learn hiragana and katakana. This is the fastest part of the entire process: two to four weeks.
February 17, 20265 min read