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Turning Your AI into a Sensei: How to Build the Perfect Japanese Tutor

Generic AI is a decent chatbot, but a best-in-class language teacher—unless you know the "magic words." Learn how to prompt your way to an effective, personalized Japanese tutor.

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January 26, 2026
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Why Japanese Has Three Writing Systems (And Why That’s Actually a Good Thing)

Confused by Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji? Discover why this "complicated" system is actually a genius way to organize language—and how to master it without losing your mind.

January 21, 2026
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10 Strategies to Finally Master Japanese

Forget "hacks" and "niche methods." Discover the 10 fundamental strategies based on Second Language Acquisition (SLA) research that actually move the needle for Japanese learners.

January 15, 2026
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How AI is Revolutionizing Japanese Language Learning

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the way people learn Japanese, making it more personalized, efficient, and accessible than ever before.

January 14, 2026
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