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Learning Japanese in 2024: A Journey Worth Starting!

Mr. Smith
2 min readDec 6, 2024
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2024 is the perfect year to dive into the beautiful world of the Japanese language! Whether you’re captivated by anime, fascinated by Japan’s rich culture, or want to travel and connect with locals, learning Japanese opens up endless possibilities.

Why Learn Japanese?

  • 🌏 Global Connections: Japan’s influence in technology, pop culture, and business is huge. Mastering the language can create career and networking opportunities.
  • 📜 Cultural Immersion: Appreciate Japanese art, literature, and history in their original language.
  • ✈️ Travel: Experience Japan like a local, from bustling Tokyo to serene Kyoto temples.

🎯 How to Start in 2024:

  1. 📱 Apps: Use apps like Duolingo, LingoDeer, or Anki to get started with vocabulary and grammar.
  2. 🖥️ Online Courses: Enroll in platforms like WaniKani for kanji or JapanesePod101 for conversational practice.
  3. 💬 Practice: Join language exchange platforms like Tandem or HelloTalk to speak with native speakers.
  4. 🎥 Immerse: Watch Japanese shows with subtitles, listen to podcasts, or explore YouTube channels.

Your 2024 Timeline:

  • 🗓️ Q1: Master hiragana and katakana. Build a…

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Mr. Smith
Mr. Smith

Written by Mr. Smith

A poetpreneur. 📝 Over 15,000 students on Udemy. I teach people to make money with poetry and tech. https://www.youtube.com/@localeconomist

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