Welcome to Lesson 0!
Ready to take your very first step into the exciting world of the Japanese language? You’ve come to the right place! Lesson 0 at gokigen japanese blog is designed specifically for absolute beginners with no prior experience.
In this foundational lesson, you will:
- Master the Japanese writing systems: Learn to read and write both Hiragana and Katakana. We’ll cover the basic syllables as well as special sounds (like double consonants and diphthongs) so you can start sounding out Japanese words confidently.
- Learn essential daily greetings: Practice using common Greetings (あいさつ) like こんにちは (Konnichiwa) and ありがとう (Arigato) correctly in various situations. You’ll gain the confidence to handle basic interactions.
- Get an introduction to Kanji: We’ll also provide a simple overview of Kanji, the Chinese characters used in Japanese. Understanding the basics of Kanji will give you a better sense of the language’s structure.
By completing Lesson 0, you’ll build a strong foundation for your Japanese studies, enabling you to read characters and communicate using basic phrases. Let’s start your enjoyable Japanese learning journey together!
Explore the articles below to dive into each topic covered in this lesson.
