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How kaitenzushi (conveyor belt sushi) works in Japan: seating, touchscreen ordering, plate prices and etiquette, explained by native Japanese tutors.
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level3 (N3)How to Use “せっかく” (Sekkaku) in Japanese: Making the Most of Opportunities
Learn how to use the Japanese word せっかく (sekkaku) to express going to the trouble of doing something, making the most of rare opportunities, or showing regret.
level3 (N3)How to Use “～せいで / ～せいだ” in Japanese: Expressing Blame and Negative Causes
Learn how to express blame and negative causes in Japanese using ～せいで (sei de) and ～せいだ (sei da). Discover the grammar rules, nuances, and example sentences.
ConversationCheck Please! in Japanese: How to Ask for the Bill and Navigate Restaurant Etiquette
Learn how to say “check please” in Japanese! Discover the meaning of okaikei, how to ask for the bill in Japan, and understand Japanese payment etiquette.
ConversationHow to Order in Japanese: Mastering Every Type of Japanese Dining
Learn how to order in Japanese with this comprehensive guide! Master ordering food in Japan, reading menus, navigating izakayas, and learning okawari meaning.
level3 (N3)How to Use “～おかげで” (okage de) in Japanese: Saying “Thanks to…”
Learn how to express gratitude and positive outcomes in Japanese using ～おかげで (okage de). Discover its grammar rules, how to say "thanks to you," and even how to use it sarcastically!
level3 (N3)How to Use “～がきっかけで” (ga kikkake de) in Japanese: Express Your Turning Points
Learn how to use ～がきっかけで (ga kikkake de) in Japanese to talk about your initial motivations, triggers, and the turning points that changed your habits or lifestyle.
level3 (N3)How to Use “～ものだから” and “～もんだから” in Japanese: Expressing Reasons and Excuses
Learn how to express reasons, excuses, and apologies naturally in Japanese using ～ものだから (monodakara) and ～もんだから. Master the grammar rules and nuances!
level3 (N3)How to Use ～ため(に) in Japanese: Expressing “Due to” and “Because of”
Learn how to formally express reasons and causes in Japanese using ～ため(に) (tameni). Master its grammar rules, nuances, and see natural example sentences.
level3 (N3)How to Use ～ために (tameni) and ～ための (tameno) in Japanese: Expressing Purpose
Learn how to express purpose in Japanese using ～ために (in order to) and ～ための (for the purpose of). Master the essential grammar rules, avoid common mistakes, and practice with example sentences.