Tips, Techniques and Resources
Grammar is the foundation of language ability. Unfortunately, many people find learning grammar boring. So, how can you learn grammar in an effective but engaging
While grammar is the skeleton, vocabulary is the flesh of a language. No surprise then that the perennial question on a language student’s mind is:
Kanji are the most significant challenge for learners of Japanese. But since the 1970s this seemingly unsurmountable task has become easier as new tools and
Are you starting to learn Japanese? Not sure how to get started? Then read this complete guide to learning hiragana and get started today…
Finding something to read early on in your Japanese studies can be tough. To help here are 3 Japanese book series for pre-intermediates…
Finding an accurate answer to this common question can be hard. Some think it’s easy others, very hard. Here is an honest evaluation of Japanese…
Japanese is definitely not easy for English speakers, but there are some great tools that can help. These four are an essential part of my study strategy.
The Little Netsuke blog is for all learners of Japanese. It was started in 2020 as a lockdown project. The aim is to highlight tips, techniques and resources for learning Japanese more effectively.
