Japanese Culture

Japanese is a difficult language - but, then, so is English. The best way to approach learning a new language is to use a variety of different study methods, and to remember one very important...

If you have ever been interested in learning how to speak Japanese in its true form, consider committing to self-study. By obtaining the proper learning tools and staying patient, you can learn...

Understanding the meaning, spelling and pronunciation of some Japanese names can be difficult for many Westerners. Both beautiful and complex, there's often a discrepancy between how Japanese...

Heading to Japan on business? Studying abroad? Just curious? This How To article will tell you how to master pronunciation, how to identify good resources and some basic phrases you will NEED TO KNOW.

Pronunciation advice always seems to be the same--listen to native speakers and imitate them. But what exactly are you listening for? If you're aware of a few significant differences between...

Cultural differences can invite interest, rupture friendships or even spark wars. When visiting another country, observing the proper etiquette over meals can go a long way toward opening lines of...