Where do I start?
Every episode comes with a free bilingual transcript, key expressions, vocabulary, quizzes, and AI conversation practice. Pick the level that fits you best.
You know hiragana & katakana, but not much else yet
You can read hiragana and katakana, and you know a little basic vocabulary. You want to hear what real Japanese sounds like โ not textbook Japanese.
How to use this site:
- โTurn furigana ON โ it shows the reading above every kanji
- โUse Bilingual mode to read the English translation as you listen
- โFocus on the Key Expressions section โ don't try to understand everything
- โTry the Comprehension Quiz at the end
Recommended first episode
Learn Real Japanese | After-Work Evening Routine
Short sentences, slow pace, everyday vocabulary. Perfect first episode.
Start here โYou know the basics โ now you want to sound more natural
You know common phrases and simple grammar. You can follow basic conversations, but real spoken Japanese still feels fast or unclear. You want to close that gap.
How to use this site:
- โTry Japanese-only mode first โ switch to bilingual when you get stuck
- โPay attention to how particles get dropped in casual speech
- โStudy the Feedback Practice section โ it shows common mistakes
- โUse the AI Conversation Prompt to practise speaking after each episode
Recommended first episode
Japanese Listening Practice: Nature Park Walk, Picnic & Evening Routine
Covers particles, grammar patterns, and natural casual speech in context.
Start here โNot sure which level you are?
Can you read this? โ ใไปๆฅใฏใใๅคฉๆฐใงใใญใใ
If yes โ you're in the second group. If not quite โ start with the first.
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