The Nihongo Master Blog

How Kashima City Turned its Muddy Beach into a Popular Destination

Kashima made a name for itself when it turned its muddy beach into a unique destination. Every May, the city hosts the Kashima Gatalympics on its muddy beach.

Meiji Ishin, a Brief Overview of the Meiji Restoration

Meiji Ishin, otherwise known as the Meiji Restoration, was a period beginning in 1868 where Japan experienced rapid modernization and industrialization.

A Beginner's Guide to Japanese: How to Say Zero in Japanese

Master saying zero in Japanese! Discover three essential ways to say this overlooked number: rei, zero, and maru. Perfect for beginners.

A Guide to Japan's Sanpaku Eyes Superstition

Discover the Japanese superstition of Sanpaku Eyes\ufffdwhat they are, their cultural meaning, and how to identify them in yourself and others.

The Most Common Japanese Counters

Master essential Japanese counters for objects, beings & concepts. Discover which counters you need to memorize and how to use them correctly.

How Do the Japanese Celebrate New Year's?

Discover 12 Japanese New Year traditions from kadomatsu decorations to lunar celebrations. Explore how Japan's biggest holiday evolved from lunar to

The Ultimate Guide to Telling Time in Japanese

Master telling time in Japanese with our complete guide to hours, numbers, and kanji. Unlock essential time-telling phrases today.

Traveling to Minato, Tokyo, Japan. Dining, Sights and Culture

Explore Minato's hidden gems, authentic dining, and rich Japanese culture. Discover must-see sights and local insider tips for planning your Tokyo adventure.

Introduction to Hiragana Vowels

You have now started your journey in learning the wonderful language of Japanese! In this lesson, you'll see the different writing systems of Japanese, including Hiragana. You will even learn the first few characters and even some new words!

Hello and Goodbye in the Japanese Language

Master casual Japanese greetings and farewells with audio examples, romaji, and hiragana. Perfect for beginners learning to greet friends and family

How Long Does It Take to Learn to Understand Japanese?

Discover how long it actually takes to become fluent in Japanese. Break down your learning timeline based on your personal goals and commitment level.

The Complete Guide to Writing Dates in Japanese

Master writing Japanese dates with numbers, counters, and era systems. A complete guide to year, month, and day formats in Japanese.