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January, 2009 
Learn Japanese with JapanesePod101.com! Have you ever wondered how to draw the kanji that means “root” or “origin?” If so, this is the lesson for you. In this Japanese video lesson, you’ll discover easy instructions that’ll help you master the kanji for “root” in no time. Discover the many uses for this word as well as common phrases that incorporate it.
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Learn Japanese with Japanesepod101.com! Yuri’s back with another awesome audio blog that’s sure to give you some fascinating information about Japan. I’ll bet you’re not familiar with Omoide Yokocho, but it’s a place you might like to know! It’s a district in Japan that is full of tiny bars that have managed to retain an old-world atmosphere. If you are looking for a distinct piece of Japan’s history, and maybe even a beer, you’ll want to visit this part of town!
This Japanese audio blog is designed to give you an in-depth introduction to Omoide Yokocho and all its nuances. You’ll learn where it is, what it looks like and what you’ll find there. Yuri certainly shares some phenomenal facts in this episode; check it out!
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Learn Japanese with JapanesePod.com! Now that you know the basic differences between the three Japanese giving and receiving verbs, it’s time to focus on each one independently. This guarantees that you’ll master their usage.
This Lower Intermediate Japanese lesson is all about the verb kureru. It is used when the receiver is the speaker or someone he or she is very close to. For example, you would say, “George lent me the book” in Japanese using kureru. There are numerous examples to make sure you are a pro at using this versatile Japanese verb.
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Learn Japanese with JapanesePod101.com! To come across the right way, you need to know when and how to use formal and informal Japanese. Whether you’re talking to a new acquaintance, a friend, an elder, etc., the person you’re talking to in Japanese makes all the difference, and simple phrases can sound very different.
In this beginner Japanese lesson, you’ll find a comprehensive review of formal and informal adjective conjugations. See firsthand just how different a sentence as simple as, “It’s not expensive” is based on whether you’re using formal or informal Japanese. The easy charts and plentiful example sentences ensure that you’ll be completely comfortable with the nuances of both formal and informal Japanese.
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Learn Japanese with JapanesePod101.com! Formal introductions might not be fun, but they’re a fact of life. Depending on who you’re talking to, the way you present yourself can be drastically different. One of the most critical skills you’ll learn when speaking Japanese is the ability to confidently use formal and non-formal speech. A big part of that is knowing how to act in varying social situations.
This newbie Japanese lesson is all about introducing yourself formally in Japanese and when to do it. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be a pro at using to mōshimasu to present your name in a formal manner. This dynamic Japanese lesson also contains a review of some pertinent information you learned in earlier lessons. For example, you’ll find a comprehensive review of the Japanese word arimasu and a user-friendly practice chart.
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