One of the biggest characteristics of the Japanese language is probably its rich variety of reactions. Expressions like 'Hai, hai,' 'Sou desu ne,' 'Naruhodo,' and the uniquely Japanese 'E~' are just ...

Learning a few basic Japanese words and expressions can make communication easier, help you engage with people, and enhance an experience when traveling or exploring the culture. From greetings to ...

Pinktentacle reported and translated into English the “Top 60 popular Japanese words/phrases of 2010″, published on the website of Jiyu Kokuminsha. Global Voices stands out as one of the earliest and ...

NTT DoCoMo wants travelers to Japan to say more than just “sayonara” when they hear Japanese. The mobile carrier is introducing an app that can instantly translate spoken Japanese into English and ...