Learn Japanese with Sakura!

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Welcome to our Japanese learning podcast! Each episode is spoken in natural, easy-to-understand Japanese and explores everyday topics, culture, science, and life in Japan. You'll learn useful vocabulary, natural expressions, and how Japanese is actually used in real conversations. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japaneselessons_sakurasensei/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ0oGqRJ2MibAHyy07JkDsg

  1. 6d ago

    Wa or Ga? | Japanese Particles for Topics, Subjects, and Contrast

    Not sure when to use wa (は) or ga (が)? In this beginner lesson, I explain the difference in English, using simple Japanese examples. We look at topics and contrast with wa, and subjects, focus, and existence with ga. Try the practice quiz and notice how the particle changes what a sentence highlights. After listening, try making a simple sentence of your own using one of the examples as a guide. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSlF2bwnzww

  2. 6d ago

    De or Ni? | Japanese Particles for Places and Actions

    Should you use で (de) or に (ni) when talking about a place? In this beginner Japanese lesson, I explain how the verb helps you choose, with examples such as 図書館で勉強します and 学校に行きます. Follow the examples and practice choosing the particle. Then try making a short sentence about somewhere you go or something you do. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkNbXfsM9GE

  3. 6d ago

    Japanese Greetings from Morning to Night | Everyday Phrases for Beginners

    Which Japanese greeting fits the moment? I introduce everyday greetings from morning to night, including ohayou gozaimasu, konnichiwa, and konbanwa, with examples of casual and polite forms. This beginner lesson draws on GENKI Lesson 1 and connects the phrases to daily situations: saying goodbye, mealtimes, meeting someone, and leaving or returning home. Try choosing one greeting you can use in your next Japanese conversation. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XDiHdwqOmk

  4. 6d ago

    A Busy Morning in Japan | Easy Japanese Listening N5–N4

    Join me for a busy morning in Japan. In easy Japanese, I talk about waking up, breakfast, getting ready for school, and cleaning. This episode is for N5–N4 learners. Watch with subtitles, then try the second part without them. If you are listening to the audio, listen again and notice the everyday expressions you recognize. After listening, try describing one thing you do every morning in your own Japanese words. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaibyWbSLn0

  5. Oct 12

    Ore, Boku, Watashi, and Washi | Japanese Pronouns through Anime N5–N4

    Why do anime characters use different words for “I”? In easy Japanese, I explore ore, boku, watashi, and washi, and how personality and context shape the way characters refer to themselves. Listen for the differences, then think about which expressions fit your own conversations. This episode is for N5–N4 learners who enjoy anime and want to understand Japanese more deeply. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOF_8rPjWiY

  6. Oct 12

    When to Use Anata in Japanese | Names, Context, and Natural Conversation

    You may have learned that あなた (anata) means “you.” So why do Japanese speakers often use a person's name instead? In this episode, I explain how anata can sound different depending on the situation, including its affectionate use between some married couples. Listen for how the relationship and context change the meaning. After listening, think about how you would address someone you know in Japanese. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TYzLbO6plA

  7. Oct 12

    My 7 Hobbies | Easy Japanese Listening N5–N4

    What do I enjoy doing? I talk about my seven hobbies in slow, easy Japanese: anime, traveling, camping, journaling, reading, Japanese drumming, and learning. This episode is for N5–N4 learners. Watch with subtitles, then try the second part without them. If you are listening to the audio, listen again and notice which expressions become familiar. After listening, try sharing one of your own hobbies in Japanese. Use a short sentence to tell someone what you enjoy. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5rLhfpmYg4

  8. Oct 12

    My Daily Routine in Japan | Easy Japanese Listening N5–N4

    What does my day look like? I share my morning routine, lunch, work as a teacher, and how I spend my evenings in easy Japanese for N5–N4 learners. Watch with subtitles first, then try the second part without them. If you are listening to the audio, use the repeated story to notice what you understand the second time. After listening, try describing one part of your own day in Japanese. Start with a short sentence and use a word or expression you heard. Want to use more of the Japanese you already know? Sign up to get my free Japanese Speaking Diagnosis, roadmap video, and 4 practice resources: 660 Essential Words, Japanese Particle Cheat Sheet, 100 Common Questions, and Verb Conjugation Guide. Get my free Japanese practice resources Original YouTube episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaCVNPiKSBk

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Welcome to our Japanese learning podcast! Each episode is spoken in natural, easy-to-understand Japanese and explores everyday topics, culture, science, and life in Japan. You'll learn useful vocabulary, natural expressions, and how Japanese is actually used in real conversations. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japaneselessons_sakurasensei/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ0oGqRJ2MibAHyy07JkDsg

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