The Nihongo Master Blog
Learn interesting topics about Japanese language, entertainment, culture and more.
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All You Need to Know About Kigurumi
I bet you’ve seen the pictures on social media. Heck, I bet you’ve seen it in real life. Everything from animals to cartoon characters, it’s in the form of a onesie. This trend has been catching on even more worldwide, but did you know that...
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Learn Essential Okinawan Language Phrases helpful in your travels!
You can find island heaven in the southernmost part of Japan. Okinawa is where locals escape the city life of the mainland and foreign tourists go for a taste of paradise. The sun, sand and sea aren’t the only things that make the island so...
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20 Cute Japanese Words to Make Your Heart Melt!
When you learn Japanese from a textbook, you get all the useful words and phrases for communication. It can sometimes be a bit dry without the fun stuff. The Japanese language has an abundance of cute and fun words that aren’t always introd...
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7 Unique Types of Seatings At Japanese Restaurants
It’s no secret that Japanese culture is rich and abundant. When we visit the country, it’s like stepping into a whole new universe. That includes restaurants and the various types of seatings available. What do you notice when you walk past...
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The Ultimate Japanese Words for Summer
I can feel the humidity and heat coming in quick! Summer is just around the corner. How confident are you with your summer vocabulary? If you’re familiar with kigo (季語), your summer seasonal words list should be a long one. Kigo refers to...
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From Kyoto to Tokyo: the amazing story behind Japan's changing capital city!
We know Tokyo as the capital city of Japan. The bright, neon-lit city is the first image that pops in our head at the mention of the country’s modern vibes. But at the mention of authentic Japan and Japanese culture, Kyoto is where we think...
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The Best 10 Fun Things You Can Do in Japan for the Summer!
Say goodbye to knits and cardigans, and hello to linen dresses and straw hats! Summer is just around the corner. The weather has warmed up enough for us to have picnics in the park and midday strolls. Japan’s natsu (夏, summer) has more to...
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Want to Work in Japan? Top 10 Most Popular Jobs for Foreigners
Some of us dream of working in Japan. It’s like an unachievable fantasy. What if I told you that working in Japan is not that far-fetched of a dream at all? In fact, it’s totally possible! There are more and more job openings for foreigners...
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16 Weird and Strange Japanese Culture Facts
Interesting is an underrated way to describe Japanese culture. We all know it’s a rich culture full of customs and beliefs far different from ours. No matter how much we read up on it, there’s always going to be another fact popping up that...
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Should you use Anime To Learn Japanese? The Answer May Surprise You!
I love anime and I’m willing to bet that if you’re reading this article, you at least have a passing interest in it as well. Learning to speak Japanese via any form of popular media can be quite daunting and challenging. However, it can als...