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Kana first, kanji a little at a time, and real conversation from lesson one. Your tutor tells you which politeness level to use, and when.
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Why are you learning Japanese?
Start from zero
Hiragana and katakana first, then everyday sentences out loud.
Anime & manga
Hear the difference between how characters talk and how people really do.
JLPT N5 to N1
A plan per level, with reading and listening practice timed to the test.
Trip to Japan
Stations, restaurants and ryokan check-in, rehearsed before you fly.
Keigo at work
Polite and humble forms for emails, meetings and Japanese clients.
Kanji that sticks
Learn characters through the words you use, not endless lists.
5 Japanese phrases for lesson one
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Questions about learning Japanese
How long does it take to learn Japanese?
The US Foreign Service Institute estimates about 88 weeks of full-time classes (2,200 class hours) for English speakers to reach professional working proficiency. Travel-level conversation comes much earlier with weekly speaking practice.
Is Japanese hard for English speakers?
Speaking basics come faster than people expect: pronunciation is simple and verbs don’t change by person. Reading is the long part, because of kanji. FSI rates Japanese among the hardest languages for English speakers.
What is the JLPT?
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test, run by the Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services. It has five levels, N5 to N1, and is held in July and December, though some cities outside Japan hold only one of the two sessions.
Should I learn kanji from the start?
Learn hiragana and katakana first, then add kanji through the words you actually use. A tutor can keep speaking practice going while your reading catches up.
Can I learn Japanese online with a private tutor?
Yes. Say whether you want casual Japanese, polite Japanese for work or JLPT prep, and book a trial with a tutor who teaches that goal.
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