Kanji Cheat Sheet
How to Use a Ramen Ticket Machine in Japan
Because the longer it takes you to order ramen, the longer it takes to eat it.
By Aaron Baggett 2 min read
How Do Compound Kanji Make Japanese Idioms?
Learn how Japanese makes complex phrases and concepts with short characters.
Japanese Train Kanji to Know When Commuting
Navigate the Japanese train system with these essential kanji characters.
The Many Words for Holiday in Japan
The Japanese have a lot of different words for holidays, GaijinPot investigates some of the most common.
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Using a Japanese Rice Cooker
Rice and shine
Kanji Cheat Sheet: For Taking the Shinkansen
She took the bullet train going everywhere
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Buying and Selling on Mercari, Rakuma, and PayPay Furima
Welcome to the world of online thrifting.
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Reading Emergency Alerts in Japan
Earthquake and tsunami alerts in Japan can be quite jarring. Keep calm and carry on with this guide.
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Understanding Your Japanese TV Remote Control
Everything is under control.
Kanji Cheat Sheet: For Getting Mail Redelivered in Japan
You’ve got mail.
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Filling in the Work History Section of Your Japanese Resume
Make applying for a job in Japanese less intimidating with this guide.
