A little Japanese. A clearer next step.
Practical beginner–N5 guides, short Japanese examples and simple study habits. Start with kana, then explore words, grammar and reading.
Japanese Numbers, Dates, and Time for Beginners
Learn the Japanese numbers, counters, dates, months, and clock times you need first, including the common sound changes for 4, 7, and 9.
Read moreJapanese Pronunciation Basics: Mora, Vowels, and Small っ
Learn the five Japanese vowels, mora timing, long vowels, small っ, ゃゅょ, and ん without relying on misleading English stress.
Read moreNihongoHub Free Japanese Learning Resources: A Beginner’s Directory
A practical directory of NihongoHub’s free kana, kanji, grammar, quiz, numbers, pronunciation, and JLPT N5 study resources.
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Japanese for Everyday Life: Start With the Moments Around You
Learn practical Japanese for routines, errands, and simple conversations while building a dependable beginner foundation.
Read moreJapanese Particles for Beginners: は, が, を, に, and で
A practical N5 guide to the five particles you meet first, with short examples and a simple substitution drill.
Read moreJLPT N5 Reading Practice: Three Short Passages
Build N5 reading confidence with three original mini-passages, a vocabulary prompt, and answers you can check after reading.
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Learn Japanese Together: Make Practice Social and Simple
Build a friendly Japanese learning circle with shared goals, useful prompts, and beginner-safe ways to practise together.
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Learn Japanese with Joy: A Beginner’s Way to Keep Going
A practical, low-pressure routine for building Japanese into your week through curiosity, small wins, and useful N5 foundations.
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Playful Japanese Practice for Busy Beginners
Turn short breaks into useful Japanese practice with tiny games, clear feedback, and examples that make N5 study feel active.
Read moreMastering Katakana After Hiragana
Hiragana done? Learn when and why katakana matters, plus a practical plan to read loanwords, menus, and app names with confidence.
Read moreGetting Started with Hiragana
Learn why hiragana is a useful first step in Japanese, and how to practice the basic characters with a simple daily routine.
Read moreA Realistic JLPT N5 Study Plan
An adaptable example study plan for the JLPT N5 exam — vocabulary, grammar, kanji, and listening included.
Read moreJLPT N4 Study Plan: The Next Step After N5
Passed N5 or close to it? Here's an 8-month roadmap for N4 — grammar patterns, kanji targets, and listening habits that actually stick.
Read more7 Kanji Study Tips for Beginners
Kanji doesn't have to be overwhelming. Use these seven methods to remember readings, meanings, and stroke order without burning out.
Read moreHow to Practice Japanese Listening (Even Outside Japan)
You don't need to live in Japan to train your ear. Practical listening routines for JLPT prep using free tools and 15-minute daily habits.
Read morePreparing for Life in Japan: A Language Checklist
Moving to Japan for work or study? Beyond JLPT scores, here's the everyday Japanese you'll actually need — and how to prepare before you land.
Read morePractice & references
Put your reading into practice with focused character and kanji tools.