Japanese for beginners

Master basic conversation, Hiragana, and essential daily Japanese phrases.

12 lessons
4 weeks
1200 XP
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Lessons
1
Master Your First Three Greetings
Learn essential daily greetings and basic Japanese etiquette.
Quick winBeginnerMilestone
+50 XP
~5 min
2
Introduction to Hiragana Vowels
Read and write the five foundational vowel sounds.
TheoryBeginner
+50 XP
~6 min
3
Pronunciation Basics and Simple Words
Master Japanese phonetics using basic vocabulary words.
Practice
+75 XP
~7 min
4
Writing Your First Consonant Rows
Learn to write the K and S Hiragana rows.
TheoryPracticeMilestone
+75 XP
~8 min
5
Basic Sentence Structure and Particles
Understand the 'A is B' sentence pattern using Desu.
Theory
+100 XP
~9 min
6
Introducing Yourself Like a Native
Formulate a complete self-introduction in polite Japanese.
PracticeMilestoneMilestone
+100 XP
~11 min
7
Numbers One to One Hundred
Count effectively and understand basic Japanese currency terms.
BeginnerQuick win
+100 XP
~12 min
8
Asking Basic Questions with Ka
Turn statements into questions and learn interrogative words.
TheoryMilestoneMilestone
+125 XP
~14 min
9
Essential Verbs for Daily Life
Learn common action verbs like eat, drink, and go.
Intermediate
+125 XP
~15 min
10
Shopping and Ordering at Restaurants
Practice practical phrases for navigating Japanese shops and cafes.
Practice
+150 XP
~16 min
11
Telling Time and Weekly Schedules
Learn to discuss time, days, and basic appointments.
Intermediate
+150 XP
~18 min
12
The Ultimate Travel Survival Conversation
Combine all skills to survive a full day in Tokyo.
ProjectMilestoneMilestone
+150 XP
~20 min

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