This website started as a hobby to explain photography (posts listed here), but over time expanded to provide (hopefully) useful information about Japan and the Japanese language. I also run edonoyu.com with a friend—a site that covers onsen in the Tokyo region.
While: ～うちに
JLPT N3. Standard grammar. Used in both conversation and writing. うちに translates as “while” in English and is…
Expressing Disbelief
JLPT N3. Informal—used only in conversation. なんか and なんて are heard 1. Emphasis 今日はなんか暑いよね。 Today is so hot.…
The Caveat
JLPT N3. Slightly informal. Used mainly in conversation. We have already covered the grammar for this phrase and…
If I Only Had
JLPT N3. Used in both writing and conversation. さえ is a versatile particle that is used most commonly…
A Brief Guide to Income Taxes in Japan
Japan’s tax year runs from 1 January to 31 December and income tax is payable at a national,…
