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How I Found a Digital Marketing Job in Tokyo After Graduating From a Japanese Language School
2025/12/22
Finding a professional job in Japan as a foreigner is rarely straightforward. Many people believe that learning Japanese is the only requirement, but my experience taught me that language is just one piece of a much larger puzzle. This is my personal story of how I found a digital marketing job in Tokyo after graduating […] […]
How to Say “Can / Be able to …” in Japanese | 〜ができます (…ga dekimasu) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/20
The Japanese expression ～ができます is a core JLPT N4 grammar pattern used to express ability and possibility. It is often translated as “can,” “be able to,” or “it is possible to.” In Japanese, possibility can be expressed not only with ～ができます, but also through potential verbs, such as nomeru (can drink) or taberareru (can eat). […] […]
How to Say “And … and …” in Japanese | 〜し、〜し、〜 (…shi, …shi) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/20
In Japanese, there are many ways to explain reasons. One very natural and frequently used N4-level pattern is ～し、～し, which is used to list multiple reasons or supporting points.This structure allows speakers to give more than one reason in a soft, conversational way, without sounding too direct or logical. It is commonly used in everyday […] […]
Japanese for Digital Marketing: Vocabulary You Won’t Find in Textbooks
2025/12/14
Digital marketing in Japan has its own language. Even if you know general Japanese or business Japanese, there is a large amount of vocabulary that only appears when you actually work with online campaigns, digital platforms, and performance analysis. In this article, I share real Japanese vocabulary that I use every day as a digital […] […]
Japanese for Marketing Professionals: Words and Phrases I Use at Work Every Day
2025/12/13
Working in marketing in Japan goes far beyond knowing conversational Japanese or passing the JLPT. In real workplaces, especially in international and digital companies, marketing professionals are expected to understand industry-specific vocabulary, read reports, discuss KPIs, and communicate clearly using Japanese business language. In this article, I’ll share real Japanese words and phrases I use […] […]
How to Say “For the purpose of …” in Japanese | ～ために (…tame ni) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/13
The Japanese grammar pattern 〜ために (tame ni) is used to clearly express purpose or intention. It explains why someone does something and what goal they are trying to achieve. This structure is very common in daily conversation, school settings, and work-related situations, especially when talking about plans, efforts, or goals. At the N4 level, understanding […] […]
How to Say “Please tell …” in Japanese | ～と伝えていただけませんか (…to tsutaete itadakemasen ka) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/13
The expression 「～と伝えていただけませんか」 is a polite Japanese grammar pattern used when you want to ask someone to pass a message on to a third person. It is commonly taught at the JLPT N4 level and is very useful in daily life, especially when you cannot speak to someone directly. This pattern combines と伝える (“to tell […] […]
How to Say “Not yet …” in Japanese | まだ、〜ていません (mada …te imasen) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/06
The expression まだ〜ていません is an important N4 grammar pattern used to say that an action has not been completed yet. It is frequently used in daily conversation to talk about tasks, events, or changes that are expected to happen but have not occurred at the time of speaking. Because it clearly marks an unfinished state, […] […]
How to Say “Should” in Japanese | 〜ほうがいいです (hou ga ii desu) | JLPT N4 Grammar
2025/12/06
The expression 〜ほうがいい is an essential N4 grammar pattern used when offering advice or making a recommendation. It allows you to tell someone what would be better for them to do—or not do—in a natural and polite way. Because it sounds considerate rather than commanding, it appears frequently in everyday conversation. Contents1 When and How […] […]
JLPT N2 reading: practice tips and examples to master the exam
2025/11/29
Mastering the JLPT N2 reading section requires more than vocabulary memorization. From understanding question formats to developing faster reading speed, we’ll explore how JLPT N2 reading practice can transform your score through targeted study plan and authentic sample materials. Contents1 How many questions are in the JLPT N2 reading section?2 JLPT N2 reading practice: 3 […] […]
Practice for JLPT N2: vocabulary list and top resources
2025/11/29
Preparing for the JLPT N2 vocabulary requirement demands a strategic approach to mastering the extensive word list involved. With approximately 6,000 total words needed, including around 2,000 new vocabulary words, discover how to structure your JLPT N2 vocabulary practice. Contents1 Is JLPT N2 really an advanced level?2 How is JLPT N2 graded?3 How many vocabulary […] […]
How to use どうしたんですか。｜JLPT N4 Grammar｜Minna no Nihongo Lesson 26 (みんなの日本語26課)
2025/11/28
“どうしたんですか” is a natural and very common expression used in everyday Japanese to ask about someone’s situation, problem, or the reason behind their behavior. It is polite, friendly, and shows that you care about the other person. This question appears frequently in workplaces, schools, and casual conversations. Contents1 When and How It’s Used1.1 Responding with […] […]
