gokigen japanese

level1 (N5)

Learn Japanese Ru-Verbs: Easy Conjugation and Everyday Examples

Master ru-verbs in Japanese with this beginner-friendly guide! Learn how to conjugate verbs like taberu(たべる), miru(みる), and neru(ねる)into polite forms. Includes examples, patterns, and tips for using ru-verbs naturally in conversation.
level1 (N5)

Learn How to Say “Whose Is This?” in Japanese | Master Dare no(だれの)+ Noun

Learn how to ask and answer questions like “Whose bag is this?” in Japanese using dare no(だれの)+ noun. This beginner-friendly guide explains possessive grammar, example sentences, and common mistakes with clear, simple explanations.
level1 (N5)

Learn “This Book” and “That Bag” in Japanese | Master Kono(この), Sono(その), Ano(あの), Dono(どの) + Nouns

Learn how to say “this book,” “that bag,” and “which student” in Japanese using kono(この), sono(その), ano(あの), and dono(どの). This beginner-friendly guide explains the grammar, usage rules, and common learner questions with clear examples.
level1 (N5)

Learn “Here,” “There,” and “Where” in Japanese: A Guide to Koko, Soko, Asoko, Doko

Learn how to say “here,” “there,” “over there,” and “where” in Japanese using Koko(ここ), Soko(そこ), Asoko(あそこ), and Doko(どこ). This beginner-friendly guide includes usage rules, real examples, and practical tips to speak naturally.
level1 (N5)

Learn “This,” “That,” and “Which” in Japanese: A Guide to kore・sore・are・dore

Learn how to say “this,” “that,” and “which one” in Japanese using kore, sore, are, dore. This beginner-friendly guide explains the differences, includes example sentences, usage tips, and answers common questions about demonstratives in Japanese.
level1 (N5)

How to Say “Was” in Japanese: Mastering “N1 wa N2 deshita”

Learn how to talk about the past in Japanese using “N1 wa N2 deshita” and “N1 wa N2 janakatta desu.” This beginner-friendly guide covers grammar rules, negative forms, example sentences, and tips for using polite past tense in conversation.
level1 (N5)

How to Say “Also” in Japanese: Mastering “N1 mo N2 desu”

Learn how to say “too” or “also” in Japanese with the sentence pattern “N1 mo N2 desu.” This beginner-friendly guide includes grammar rules, example sentences, common mistakes, and practice exercises to help you speak more naturally.
level1 (N5)

How to Say “Is Not” in Japanese: Master “N1 wa N2 janai desu”

Learn how to say “is not” in Japanese using “N1 wa N2 janai desu.” This beginner-friendly guide explains how to form negative sentences, when to use the formal version “dewa arimasen,” and includes examples, tips, and practice exercises.
level1 (N5)

How to Ask Simple Questions in Japanese: “N1 wa N2 desuka?” Explained

Learn how to ask simple questions in Japanese using the “N1 wa N2 desuka?” structure. This beginner-friendly guide includes examples, vocabulary, pronunciation tips, and cultural notes to help you ask about age, nationality, and more with confidence.
level1 (N5)

What Is Kanji? A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Characters and Their Meaning

Start learning kanji with this beginner-friendly guide! Discover what kanji are, how they work, and how to read essential characters like 人, 木, 火, and more. Includes practical tips, examples, and cultural insights to boost your Japanese reading skills.