The biggest challenge for those first starting out with the Japanese language is where the hell to start. After 7ish years and working with a whole load of resources, I've put together this list to help you find the best resources for you to start your Japanese learning journey.
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Disclaimer: Please bear in mind this list is based on my own experiences and opinions, and I hope to update this list over time. Some resources may fit into multiple categories but this is just how I've arranged them. Links in this post marked with an * are affiliate links/codes, meaning I make a small commission at no extra cost to you - thank you for supporting the blog!
Without further ado, let's get into the resources!
Categories:
Kana (hiragana and katakana):
Beginners:
Japanese From Zero (book 1)*
90 Days of Japanese Language (book 1)*
Intermediate:
Quartet (book 1)*
Grammar:
Vocabulary:
Japanese Vocabulary Speed Master (basic)
Shin Kanzen Master JLPT Wordbook (N3)
Kanji:
Kanji Master (N5)*
Learning Japanese Kanji (volume 1)*
Reading:
Let's Read Japanese (level 2, volume 1)*
Speaking/Listening:
Shadowing (beginner to intermediate)*
JLPT:
Nihongo Sou Matome (N5)*
Shin Kanzen Master (N4 full set)*
Try! (N5)*
Apps:
Websites:
YouTube channels:
Online courses/lessons:
Attain (on Udemy)
Japanese in 12 (use the code CHLOE for 15% off*, full review)
italki (sign up and get $10 credit when you book your first lesson)*
