Tips, guides and stories about Japan
Study plans, travel tips and notes on Japanese culture, from the people behind Futoji.
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First time in Japan? 12 things worth knowing before you go
Cash, trains, trash, shoes and a few words of Japanese. The small things that make a first trip to Japan smoother.
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Japanese learning resources worth your time
A short, honest list of textbooks, apps, tools and reading material for learning Japanese, and what each is good for.
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Email to bookHow to study Japanese effectively
What actually helps when learning Japanese, from daily habits and spaced repetition to immersion, and how to keep track of your time.
FutojiReadJapanese festivals and seasons, and what they mean for your trip
Cherry blossoms, summer festivals, autumn leaves and New Year. A short guide to the Japanese year, with the words to go with it.
FutojiReadJapanese phrases for your first trip
Short, polite phrases for restaurants, trains, shops and asking for help, with Japanese script and an easy guide to pronunciation.
FutojiReadSuica for visitors to Japan, what it is and how to get one
Which Suica to use in Japan, whether you need a physical card or a phone, how to top it up, and what to know about leftover balance.
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