Japanese foundations
Build a Japanese foundation around your current level and goals.
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Japanese pathways
Conversation
Build useful spoken Japanese
Explore ConversationKana and kanji
Read and write step by step
Explore Kana and kanjiJLPT goals
Practise situational Japanese
Explore JLPT goalsTravel and work
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Build foundations at a child-friendly pace
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Conversation
Build useful spoken Japanese
- Greetings
- listening
Kana and kanji
Read and write step by step
- Scripts
- vocabulary
Travel and work
Practise situational Japanese
- Directions
- etiquette
Japanese for children
Build foundations at a child-friendly pace
- Sounds
- stories
Your path in Japanese
Starting point
Identify your level and choose a goal.
At your paceUseful phrases
Build Japanese sounds, words and core structures.
At your paceGuided practice
Use short exercises and ask for feedback.
At your paceReal situations
Apply what you learn in conversations or reading.
At your paceYour next goal
Adjust your path as your skills and needs change.
At your paceChoose how you want to learn Japanese
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Work one-on-one with a real tutor on your Japanese goals and schedule.
- Personal goals
- Live feedback
- Flexible practice
AI Japanese practice between lessons
- Try short prompts between live lessons
- Review useful words and phrases
- Check your answers and note questions
- Bring difficult points to a real tutor
Try a Japanese conversation promptOpen AI Tutor for short practice
Practice at your level
Choose a short exercise in AI Tutor, then review your answers.
Focus areas
ConversationKana and kanjiTravelJLPT goals
Between lessons
- Save questions for your tutor
- Repeat useful expressions aloud
- Adjust your practice to your goals
Live Japanese groups
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Frequently asked questions about Japanese
Can I start with no previous experience?
Yes. Start at your current level and choose a Japanese tutor or learning format that fits your goal.
Should I start with hiragana or conversation?
Both can develop together: learn short exchanges while practising kana.
Can I combine tutor lessons and self-study?
Yes. You can practise Japanese between lessons and adjust your plan with your tutor.
How often should I practise?
Choose a sustainable routine. Your progress depends on your starting point, goals and practice.