がんばれパンチくん：Punch-kun, Fighting!
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.
すみません、もう一度お願いします：Excuse me, can you say that again?
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.
作文添削と『ナミヤ雑貨店の奇蹟』：The Quiet Power of Words – When Editing Becomes Empathy
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.
レストランでごちそうさまと言いますか？：Do you say “Gochisousama” at the restaurant?
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.
「出世」という言葉: What Does “Success” Really Mean?
Shusse usually means career success—but in Japanese, the word also applies to fish. What is that all it means?
5 Essential Japanese Phrases for Expressing Opinions
Learn 5 key Japanese phrases to express your opinions clearly and respectfully in work and daily life. Improve communication with these useful tips!
Onomatopoeia Makes Japanese Fun to Learn ―日本語っておもしろい！
Discover the fascinating world of Japanese onomatopoeia—expressive sound words that add life to everyday conversations.
2 Dialects of Aomori Prefecture ―青森弁を紹介！
Did you know Aomori has not one, but two unique dialects? Discover the differences between Tsugaru and Nanbu speech with fun examples.
How to Build a Conversation in Japanese—One Simple Sentence at a Time
Learn how to have real conversations in Japanese by adding short, simple sentences step by step. Beginners friendly!