Jonathan Del Prado

When I worked as an ALT in Japan, I noticed how students would huddle around phones, stealing every last minute of their break time to watch their favorite anime. Their faces lit up at familiar catchphrases, laughing and mimicking characters with perfect intonation. If you love anime too (and really,

Ever been in a situation where you needed to say no in Japanese but didn't want to come across as rude? Japanese culture places huge value on politeness and avoiding direct confrontation, making a simple "no" much trickier than you might expect. In this post, I'll show you five practical

Want to win hearts with Chinese love phrases? Saying sweet nothings in Chinese shows you care enough to learn something new. It's a move that works whether you're dating someone who speaks Chinese or just want to stand out with your unique approach to romance. In this post, I'll show

Learning to say thank you in Japanese isn't just about knowing a single phrase - it's about mastering a key part of Japanese culture. Whether you're planning a trip to Tokyo, watching anime without subtitles, or just starting your Japanese learning journey, knowing different ways to express gratitude can take

With countless Japanese textbooks filling the market, finding the perfect learning companion feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. Whether you're dreaming of Japanese anime without subtitles or planning a trip to Tokyo, the right Japanese learning textbooks can make all the difference between frustration and fluency. In

What's the difference between your job history (résumé) and starting again after stopping (resume)? Those tiny marks above the letters! French accent marks might look small, but they're super important to know when learning French. In this post, I'll show you the 5 French accent marks you need to master

Ready to make friends in China? Learning basic Chinese greetings is your ticket to meaningful conversations and making a great first impression. Whether you're planning a trip to Beijing, chatting with Chinese friends online, or just starting your Mandarin journey, mastering these everyday expressions will immediately make you sound more

Japan gets all the cherry blossom hype, but Korea's pink party? Next level amazing and WAAAY fewer selfie sticks! Think pink tunnels over streets, blossom-covered mountains, and rare trees with blooms twice the normal size. Plus, the whole vibe hits different with Korean snacks and soju under the petals. In

Curious about writing Japanese kanji for love? These beautiful characters can express feelings that sometimes words in English can't capture. Whether you're writing a note to someone special, looking for a Japanese-inspired tattoo, or just growing your language skills, learning these kanji is both useful and meaningful. In this post,