Episodes

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️ Learn Japanese with Sally 🎧️ In this video (👉 https://youtu.be/_QXV332RK5c), I explained my perspective on Kanji and the importance of the basic 100 characters. (Dubbed in 13 languages—check it out if you haven’t yet!) Learning the meanings of Kanji is extremely important. In this video, I focus specifically on their meanings. Since Kanji are characters that represent meaning, please wa...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

◆Meta Description Is memorizing Japanese grammar still necessary now that AI translation is everywhere? Japanese teacher Sally explores how AI is changing language learning — and why building real conversational ability still matters. If you're studying Japanese for beginners or want to refresh your Japanese listening practice, this episode will change how you think about learning. 🎧️【Never Give Up on Kanji｜What Are the 100 Pieces That Make Learning Fun?：漢字】 https://youtu.be/_QXV332RK5c 【You...

Are you learning Japanese but feel stuck between textbook drills and real conversation? Japanese teacher Sally shares an honest look at why test scores and natural communication are different skills — and why what you need most in daily life often comes last in the textbook. Warm, easy Japanese listening practice for adult learners and beginners. 🎧️I currently have three Japanese learning courses available. １ What is Japanese?　にほんごとは？ Japanese for Beginners: Just 2 Things - Simple Grammar 【You...

Meta description Japanese language teacher Sally opens up about failing English tests, fearing travel, and the moment in Thailand that changed everything. If you've ever felt held back by grammar mistakes or low test scores, this story is for you. Sally shares how real communication — messy, imperfect, and full of gestures — helped her discover that language learning is about connection, not perfection. A warm and honest reflection for adult learners and anyone who has ever thought, "My English...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

Meta Description:With AI translation and conversation tools more powerful than ever, many people are asking: is language learning still worth it? Japanese teacher Sally explores this question with warmth and clarity. Drawing on insights from a language specialist, she explains why human communication still requires a shared language, why Japanese is uniquely challenging even for AI, and why mastering the basics remains as valuable as ever — especially for anyone hoping to make real connections w...

◆I am reading a Japanese text. Please practice while looking at the reading material website. From February 2026, I have been using Sally’s original reading scripts. *Beginner Japanese Podcast ◆日本語の朗読 ろうどく｜Reading aloud 日本語の文章を私が読んでいます。朗読素材のサイトを見ながら練習してください。 2026年2月からはSallyオリジナル朗読シナリオを使っています ◆Summary　あらすじ Are you dreaming of a trip to Japan, but worried because English is not widely spoken there? Actually, just a few words of Japanese can make your trip so much more enjoyable. There are some...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

◆I am reading a Japanese text. Please practice while looking at the reading material website. From February 2026, I have been using Sally’s original reading scripts. *Beginner Japanese Podcast ◆日本語の朗読 ろうどく｜Reading aloud 日本語の文章を私が読んでいます。朗読素材のサイトを見ながら練習してください。 2026年2月からはSallyオリジナル朗読シナリオを使っています ◆Summary　あらすじ April 1st — April Fools' Day. It's becoming more widely known in Japan, but did you know its origins actually trace back to France? Over 450 years ago, a single decision by a king is said t...

Meta Description Japan's school year starts in April — and that alone makes it unusual by global standards. Japanese language teacher Sally digs into the surprisingly deep history behind this springtime tradition, and uncovers a connection you'd never expect. If you've ever wondered why Japan does things differently, this one's for you. 【You can comment and answers here👇️】 ◆YouTube Learn Japanese with Sally:Japanese video lessons now available ◆Pod page[Blog] Official Website (Blog & Episode N...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

⚠️This episode is a Japanese lesson video. Please watch it on Spotify or YouTube ▶ https://is.gd/xehPRB 🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video...

Meta Description Learn Japanese keigo in a simple and gentle way. This guide explains honorifics clearly for beginners and adult learners with practical examples. 【コメントはこちらへどうぞ　You can comment here👇️】 ◆Podpage Official Website (Blog & Episode Notes) ◆Spotify Learn Japanese with Sally こちらでも聞くことができます ◆YouTube Learn Japanese with Sally 動画レッスンもあります ◆My Udemy　【English, Spanish, German, French, and Chinese subtitles】 私が作った日本語レッスンです！！ I currently have three Japanese learning courses available.

◆日本語の朗読 ろうどく｜Reading aloud 日本語の文章を私が読んでいます。朗読素材のサイトを見ながら練習してください。 2026年2月からはSallyオリジナル朗読シナリオを使っています I am reading a Japanese text. Please practice while looking at the reading material website. From February 2026, I have been using Sally’s original reading scripts.　*Beginner Japanese Podcast ◆Summary　あらすじ The "keigo wall" — every Japanese learner hits it eventually. The harder you try to sound polite, the deeper you seem to fall into a rabbit hole… A relatable story that will have Japanese learn...

🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video, katakana is introduced in three parts in an “easy-to-write order.” If you watched this video and thou...

🎧️Learn Japanese with Sally🎧️ Characters cannot be memorized just by looking at them. I want you to write them and learn them. Fortunately, katakana is easier to write and not as difficult as hiragana. Furthermore, each stroke of katakana is the same as in kanji. By being able to write katakana correctly, you build the foundation for kanji—“killing two birds with one stone”! In this video, katakana is introduced in three parts in an “easy-to-write order.” If you watched this video and thou...

◆Meta Description Japanese teacher Sally shares a heartfelt story about community cats in Japan, TNR programs, and the Japanese words that bring it all to life. Perfect for Japanese learners. ◆Listener Questions １What condition is the cat that Sally is trying to rescue? ２What is a chiiki neko, and how is it different from a regular stray cat? ３What does the ear notch on a sakura neko tell you about the cat? ４Have you ever helped a cat or another animal in need? How did it make you feel? ５How do...

◆日本語の朗読 ろうどく｜Reading aloud 日本語の文章を私が読んでいます。朗読素材のサイトを見ながら練習してください。 2026年2月からはSallyオリジナル朗読シナリオを使っています I am reading a Japanese text. Please practice while looking at the reading material website. From February 2026, I have been using Sally’s original reading scripts.　*Beginner Japanese Podcast ◆Summary　あらすじHave you ever spotted a cat wandering around during your trip to Japan? That cat might actually have a name — and a person who looks after it every day. Not quite a stray. Not exactly a pet eit...