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Learn how Japanese works one short example at a time. Study in order, or read about the topics that interest you.

Study notes

Eleven everyday themes: greetings, family, food, verbs and more. Learn them while you listen.

Eight lessons in order. Say each example aloud, then check yourself with a short quiz.

Short conversations teach you the words you need in shops and libraries.

Today's phrase

こんにちは

Konnichiwa

Hello (daytime greeting)

Hello, I am Hitomi.

Hitomi is the guide character of these study notes. She walks through how Japanese works with short, easy examples. She is not a real person.