Master the Japanese Writing System: A Guide to the Most Common Language in Japan 相手の理解できる言語で話せば、その人の頭に入る。相手の言語で話せば、その人の心に届く。If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart. Japanese Proverb Japanese is a beautiful but complex language, and learning[…]
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Shoguns and Their Impacts on Japan Japanese shoguns ruled the country for more than 700 years, if we take the lean measure. They were often ruthless men, self-indulgent, and neglectful of their duties as leaders. However, more than a few are legendary, both for their wisdom, and their efforts to improve Japanese society. This article[…]
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The 5 Main Islands of Japan Japan is made up of over 14,125 islands, but there are five main islands. Honshu, the biggest of the five, is home to the Japanese capital of Tokyo as well as several other large cities. Hokkaido, to the north, is a popular holiday destination, especially when it comes to winter[…]
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What Is Anime in the Japanese Anime Culture? Push through the pain. Giving up hurts more.Vegeta, Dragon Ball Z Manga and anime are perhaps Japan's biggest cultural export – and they make up one of the most recognizable art styles on the planet. Since the nineties, when everyone in the western world was suddenly talking about Pokémon, Digimon, Yu-Gi-Oh!,[…]
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Discover this ancient language with our native Japanese tutors. Whether you’re a total beginner, looking to brush up on your existing skills, or preparing for an exam you will find help and information you need here.
Check out their tutor profiles to take Japanese lessons all over the country, with many tutors offering online lessons. Whether you want to discover Japanese writing, calligraphy or planning a trip to Japan, our Japanese lessons will meet all your expectations.
The Basics of Learning Japanese Few people who set out to learn a new language give any thought to their endeavour being a lifelong undertaking. In fact, as a native speaker of English, you might not even believe that you too are perpetually learning new things about the language you use every day. Seen in[…]
09/28/2021∙7 minutes to read
All You Need To Know About Japanese Mythology Japanese mythology is full of epic tales of adventure coupled with profound reflections on existence and life. Learning about different Japanese traditions, cultures, and history is also useful for students of cultural studies, oriental studies, or Eastern mythology. Before we delve into more about Japanese myths, know[…]
02/14/2021∙6 minutes to read
Japanese Lessons Across The US Japanse lessons can be found throughout the United States. Superprof has guides for finding Japanese tutors and classes in some of the biggest US cities. If you don’t see your city’s names listed, no need to fear! Superprof can help you find the right tutor, no matter your location. Finding[…]
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Going Up a Level: Becoming More Than a Beginner in Japanese "I think the Japanese culture is one of the very few cultures left that has its own entity. They're just so traditional and so specific in their ways. It's kind of untouched, it's not Americanized." -Toni Collette If you have the same opinion as[…]
09/27/2020∙7 minutes to read
Things to Do in Tokyo Be it for discovering ancient Japanese culture or learning more about their favourite manga and anime, visiting Japan is an extraordinary experience that many Brits dream of and there are few places better than Tokyo to do this. However, Tokyo can be challenging as it’s one of the biggest cities[…]
02/01/2020∙6 minutes to read
A Guide to the Japanese Tea Ceremony “You're all late for tea!” - March Hare, Alice in Wonderland 4.1 million tonnes of tea are produced globally every year. This equates to 130kg per second. While China is the largest producer of tea, Japan is famous for its tea ceremony. Preparing tea in Japan is an[…]
01/31/2020∙7 minutes to read
The Guide to Mount Fuji If you want to travel to Japan, you’ve probably already planned to visit the main cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. It’s true that there are a lot of things to do in the Land of the Rising Sun, whether it’s visit sprawling urban jungles or the history, temples, and[…]
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11/21/2019∙6 minutes to read
The Tourist’s Guide to the City of a Thousand Temples The ancient capital of Japan located near the Kamo river and part of the Kyoto prefecture, Kyoto is the 8th largest city in Japan by population with about 1.4 million residents. Home to hundreds of shrines, heritage sites, and festivals, the city is often considered[…]
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The Practical Guide to Japanese Folklore In Asia, there are plenty of different countries, each with their own diverse culture. Japan is one of the eastern countries that many people are interested in because of its cuisine, art, countryside, and cultural heritage. An estimated 20 million tourists will visit the country in 2020. Japanese culture[…]
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Origami in Japan: Culturally Significant or Fun Pastime? To say that origami is strictly Japanese art would be misleading; plenty of other cultures know how to make origami. For instance, children around the world routinely tempt fate with a fortune teller and send paper aeroplanes soaring. More than one paper boat has floated across bodies[…]
08/29/2019∙7 minutes to read
Which Country Is Known as the Land of the Rising Sun? Working in Tokyo has convinced me that, contrary to what people think, it is actually one of the world's most beautiful cities.Tadao Ando, Japanese architect Taking a trip to Japan is a brilliant way to learn the Japanese language without taking Japanese lessons at[…]
06/28/2019∙8 minutes to read
Enter the Amazing World of Japanese Manga When contemplating Japanese culture, one cannot overlook one particular, fascinating facet. An aspect that not only expresses the soul of the culture but does so in a way that actually stimulates the economy! Manga is not only a Japanese cultural export. These serial graphic novels, usually produced in[…]
06/17/2019∙10 minutes to read
Everything you Need to Know about Japanese Traditions and Culture! You might be preparing a trip to Japan or simply be passionate about the Country of the Rising Sun, what is certain is that Japan will always surprise you. Did you know that Japanese was the 9th most spoken language in the world? The native[…]
05/16/2018∙9 minutes to read
Everything You Need To Know if you want to Travel Japan To undertake a visit to Japan is probably the best way to learn this fascinating and unique language while experiencing why Westerners qualify Japanese culture as"strange". The tourism industry in Japan shows no sign of slowing down. Despite the hit the industry took after[…]
05/11/2018∙10 minutes to read
Everything You Need to Know About Japanese "Even an ant's thoughts reach the sky". - Japanese proverb This Japanese proverb is a very hopeful one! What if the sky meant learning the complex Japanese language...? How can one learn the language, which, according to almost everyone, is complicated or even deemed unapproachable? Superprof wants to[…]
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How to Learn an Impressive Variety of Japanese Words! As we all know by now, Japanese culture is based on politeness and respect. Japanese culture is also rich in history and tradition. But before embarking on a linguistic stay to improve your proficiency in Japanese, or a simple tourist trip to discover the beautiful Japanese[…]
02/20/2018∙9 minutes to read
How to Learn Japanese: Everything You Need to Know Japanese learning may seem like an impossible task. Most people see the intricate connections of lines and shapes which make up Japanese characters as impossible to decipher. But in a country where almost 75% of adults say that they can't speak English, and the Ministry of[…]
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The Best Methods to Learn Japanese Are you planning to visit a temple and shrine near the Sea of Japan soon? In addition to exchanging your euros for yen before flying to the land of the rising sun, consider studying the language by starting to learn kana! Superprof will now review the different tools and[…]
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The Best Ways to Learn Japanese Independently With 127 million speakers, Japanese is the 9th biggest language in the world and is just ahead of French in terms of native speakers. While Japanese isn’t spoken in many places outside of Japan, there are plenty of people who want to take Japanese lessons because they’re interested in the[…]
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The Benefits of Learning Japanese There are 128 million Japanese speakers, including 127 million native speakers. The language is ranked thirteenth among the most widely spoken languages in the world. There are about 1 million Japanese diaspora with large populations in countries such as Brazil and the USA, but also countries colonized by the Japanese[…]
02/20/2018∙9 minutes to read
Learning Japanese with Japanese Tutors Have you been a part of the manga world since childhood? Do you love Japanese cuisine? Are you fascinated by life in Japan? The Land of the Rising Sun interests people in more than one way... An often perceived insurmountable task, Japanese is taught worldwide which reflects the importance of[…]
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How Does One Become a Japanese Language Tutor? Practiced by more than 127 million people, Japanese is today the 9th most spoken language in the world. Thanks to its impressive cultural growth, Japan is attracting more and more American people, who flock to discover the country's latest technological inventions! Many of our compatriots (and especially[…]
02/20/2018∙7 minutes to read
The Best Places in the United States to Learn Japanese While Japanese was largely ignored for a number of years, the United States is one of Japan’s favorite destinations. Just look at the number of Japanese tourists who visit the Big Apple every year... Can the same be said for Americans? A lot of young[…]
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Learning a foreign language is never an easy task, especially when the alphabet is different.
When you start learning Japanese, you will tell yourself it would be easier to learn Italian or Spanish!
But, if you’ve ever dreamed of living in Japan, taking a language course in Kyoto or spending you holidays in Tokyo, you will need Japanese language lessons to, at least, learn the polite phrases important in Japanese culture.
On the Superprof platform, your private teacher will start by teaching you the Japanese alphabet, the fundamental basis for speaking Japanese and mastering Japanese writing (i.e., kanji, hiragana and hiragana katakana).
The Japanese culture is so rich that a year of private Japanese lessons will not even be enough to learn everything about the land of the rising sun and its language.
Language learning requires an effective method and adequate teaching materials.
For example, the Minna no Nihongo and the Assimil method are two excellent tools that have been proven to be effective.
The best way to learn Japanese quickly is with a private tutor. However, the learner will need to work on their Japanese vocabulary on a daily basis. And, of course, acquiring a English-Japanese dictionary can be very helpful.
Regular lessons will also improve your Japanese reading and writing skills, which should help you reach a common language level.
Our experienced teachers offer Japanese conversation classes, introduction to Japanese business, Japanese vocabulary courses and intensive training to prepare for assessment tests, such as the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
Japanese language courses are open to all levels, from beginner to advanced, from A1 to C2, from primary school to university.
Grammar, vocabulary, conversation, pronunciation, writing and reading are taught face-to-face, at the home or by webcam with a Japanese tutor or a graduate of Japanese didactics and languages.
In addition to the satisfaction of Japanese oral comprehension as a second language, you will have something great to add to your curriculum vitae: being a Japanese speaker will allow you to try expatriation with a work-holiday program or allow you to be sponsored by a company to work in Japan.
Although the cost of living on the Japanese archipelago is high, the third largest economy in the world will offer you better salaries as a result.
In addition, you will learn more about life in Japan and its history.
One final note, the Japanese language has only five vowels (A, I, U, E, O) and the sounds are found in English. The grammatical system of Japanese should, therefore, pose fewer problems than Korean or Mandarin Chinese classes!