Forums for Learning Japanese
Learning Japanese can be a challenge. There are several writing systems, including kanji, hiragana, katakana, and a romanized system called romanji. Pronunciation is critical, and often Japanese grammar can be difficult for non-native speakers. There are a number of forums that can help you learn Japanese, including various writing systems.
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Japan Reference
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The language learning forum at Japan Reference has a forum in Japanese. In addition, it has forums for helping non-native speakers learn kanji and offering help with grammar and sentences. A fourth forum offers help with textbook selection, language examinations, and finding a Japanese language school.
JapaneseLearning.com
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JapaneseLearning.com offers introductory material on Japan, Japanese culture, and the Japanese language. There is an image gallery with images of Japan and a section with current English language news related to Japan. There are a number of forums that include Japanese language learning forums and forums about Japanese culture.
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GaijinPot.com
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GaijinPot.com offers a number of links and services for people either living, or interested in living, in Japan. There are job listings for Japan and an active forum community of people learning Japanese, both in Japan and in other countries.
Human Japanese Forum
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The Human Japanese Forum has a forum specifically for learning Japanese and a second social forum. The forum is designed for everything from questions from beginning language learners to people studying advanced Japanese. Advice is freely given on learning techniques, grammar, textbooks and anything to do with learning Japanese.
The Japanese Page
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The Japanese Page provides a large library of articles, information, books and references related to learning Japanese. It has several Japanese study groups, in addition to a set of forums. Forums include discussions on many aspects of Japanese language learning and culture, including grammar, testing, textbooks, writing, and places to practice Japanese. Cultural discussions include Anime, Magna, movies, music and literature. In addition to study groups and forums, The Japanese Page also provides a chat system to allow quick, instant communication between users.
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