Blog | SAYAS Japanese School

Ritsuko Sensei shares her experience visiting Ghibli Park, a place where nature and the world of Studio Ghibli blend seamlessly.

At every stage of life, we’re told to engage in another “〇〇-katsu.” But does everything really have to be an exhausting activity?

I Want to Eat That Again! Do You Have a Food That You Miss and Always Remember?
Chiyoko Sensei Shares Her Favorite Foods from Guatemala

Introducing a very fun yet educational book—a modern reinterpretation of the Man’yōshū, translated into Nara (Kansai) dialect.

Have you tried ナポリタン (Napolitan Spaghetti)? Read a short essay about ナポリタン alongside with Furigana and translation.

Why do zebra stripes matter? Science suggests they could change how we think about insects, animals, and even fashion.

Japanese common superstitions explained by native teacher, Haruka Sensei. Practice reading Japanese with Furigana and translation.

Have you heard of “oshi-katsu”? Japan’s unique, trendsetting fan culture where people support their favorite idols, anime, and more.

Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about menstruations, women’s health and medical situations with English translation and Furigana.

Learn Japanese by reading a short essay about Saya Sensei’s long relationship with dance with English translation and Furigana.

Learn Japanese by reading a short essay “Girlfriends and Mental Health” with English translation and Furigana.