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Tips, stories, and guides for Japanese output practice.

JourneyMar 2, 2026·7 min read

Sam's Japanese Journey: Day 2 — The Art of Hello

Day 2 of learning Japanese: practicing greetings on the cat, the fridge, and a very confused coworker named Kenji.

JourneyMar 1, 2026·7 min read

Sam's Japanese Journey: Day 1 — First Words

Day 1 of learning Japanese from scratch. My first words, my first app, and the moment I realized particles are going to be a problem.

Learning TipsFeb 28, 2026·20 min read

How to Learn Japanese by Yourself: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Learn Japanese by yourself with this step-by-step self-study guide. From hiragana to basic conversations, build real skills with daily practice.

SpeakingFeb 27, 2026·16 min read

How to Practice Speaking Japanese Alone: 7 Proven Methods (2026)

Learn how to practice speaking Japanese alone with 7 effective solo methods — from shadowing to sentence construction with AI feedback. No conversation partner needed.