Talking Hiragana Chart
This is a hiragana chart that we use for teaching Japanese kids.
I think you might find it useful for learning hiragana, but if you'd like
something a little more grown up, have a look at the Talking Katakana Chart.
Also be sure to check out the talking "Japanese Words" page and my Hints & Tips page.
Recommended Courses
There are loads of great resources out there, and one of the good ones
is the "Pimsleur" series. They have a "Quick & Simple" starter pack and also a full on "Gold Course". They are well recommended if you want to learn Japanese, in January
I used it to learn everyday Spanish in a month!
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Or for slightly cheaper, but one that requires a bit more work, you can have a look at the Living Language series. Although now I would prefer the Pimsleur course above, I actually used
the Living Language series myself when I first learnt Japanese. It's good,
but you have to keep repeating and repeating the same CDs, whereas the
Pimsleur makes you think more, and reviews the language as you go along.
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If you teach English in Japan you might be interested in my new Classroom English / Classroom Japanese CD.
All the Japanese on this page is suitable
for either guys or girls, and is pretty normal,
everyday Japanese. This means it's not too
formal, but you'll be fine as long as you
don't say it to anyone too posh!
Also have a look at hints and tips for becoming fluent in Japanese page!
Email me if you have any questions or comments,
