Punch-kun is a bottle-raised baby Japanese macaque at a zoo in Ichikawa, Chiba after his mother stopped caring for him. He’s gone viral for cuddling an orangutan plush “Oran-mama” and clinging to his keepers, showing how much warmth and comfort matter as he grows.
Not sure how to politely ask someone to repeat what they said in Japanese? Mayu sensei introduces several natural phrases and explains when each one is appropriate in this blog.
What if one carefully chosen sentence could reach someone’s future? In this blog, Ritsuko-sensei links essay editing to The Miracles of the Namiya General Store, exploring the quiet power of words written with care.
In Japan, people often say “Gochisousama deshita” after a meal to show appreciation. However, when dining out, choosing the right timing can be surprisingly difficult.
Shusse usually means career success—but in Japanese, the word also applies to fish. What is that all it means?
Learn 5 key Japanese phrases to express your opinions clearly and respectfully in work and daily life. Improve communication with these useful tips!
Discover the fascinating world of Japanese onomatopoeia—expressive sound words that add life to everyday conversations.
Did you know Aomori has not one, but two unique dialects? Discover the differences between Tsugaru and Nanbu speech with fun examples.
Learn how to have real conversations in Japanese by adding short, simple sentences step by step. Beginners friendly!