The Nihongo Master Blog
Learn interesting topics about Japanese language, entertainment, culture and more.
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Japanese Etiquette for Popular Destinations According to Japan Guide!
If you’re excited to plan your next trip to Japan (and who isn’t dreaming of visiting once visitors are allowed again?) then japan-guide.com should be an integral part of your planning process. This site is an amazing resource for those hop...
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Top 10 Japanese Animal Noises you should learn right now!
Something that doesn’t automatically come to mind is how animal noises can be different in various languages. The noise a cat or a dog makes in English is not the same in Japanese. That’s true for a lot of other languages as well, like Fren...
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Basic Japanese: What You Need to Know!
When learning a new language, starting out can be the hardest part. The Japanese language is no exception. It can be quite difficult to take that first step. But don’t worry, basic Japanese isn’t that hard to conquer! There is so much infor...
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Why should you work in Japan? Here are 7 great reasons.
Working in Japan sounds like a dream come true for some of us. I’ve been there, I’ve done that. And I can tell you that it’s definitely an experience to remember! Japan has such a rich culture that affects every aspect of life here, which i...
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What is the JLPT (and the best strategies to learn Japanese)?
If you’re reading this, that means you’re planning to take the JLPT. Or at least, you’re planning to learn Japanese. That’s great news! Learning a new language is always an amazing adventure. And Japanese is a beautiful and rich language. N...
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5 Thrilling Autumn Festivals in Japan you can't miss!
Everyone wants to see sakura (桜) during spring in Japan. Others anticipate the powdered yuki (雪, snow) during Japanese winter. Summer in Japan calls for beach and bikinis. Autumn’s left out of this hype. Contrary to popular belief, aki (...
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What to Do in Japan in Fall: Top 10 Amazing Autumn Activities
Fall is one of the best seasons in Japan to travel around the country. Even the locals take time off to witness the leaves change colours to a mix of red, orange and yellow. Not to mention the various autumn festivals happening nationwide....
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Meet the 3 real life Onsens From Ghibli's 'Spirited Away'!
Are the words “Spirited Away” ringing any bells for you? No? Well, stop whatever you're doing right now and go stream it. This is a 2001 animation film that took the world by storm. It's all about fantasy and adventure by the world-famous H...
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17 Different Ways To Say "Bye" in Japanese
Just like how you learn how to say hello when picking up a new language, you also learn how to say bye. If you haven’t checked it out already, we have an article about ways to say hello, too. In English, we have a few different phrases that...
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8 Japanese Culture Facts You Have to Know!
Japan is a country rich in culture and history. There’s no denying that. The Japanese people pride themselves in their cultural heritage. Everything from food and clothing to customs and manners, there’s a seamless blend of old and new in J...