Japanese Culture — Customs, History & Traditions
Language and culture are inseparable. These lessons help you discuss traditions, understand customs, and engage with the rich cultural heritage of Japanese-speaking countries.
54 lessons · 2321 flashcards
Common greetings
Basic greetings
Greeting your neighbor
Basic greetings
Weekend plans
Small talk
The weather
Small talk
Travel plans
Small talk
7-Eleven vs FamilyMart vs Lawson
Conversation about daily Japanese companies
Toyota vs Honda vs Nissan vs Mazda
Conversation about daily Japanese companies
Asahi vs Kirin vs Sapporo vs Suntory
Conversation about daily Japanese companies
Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Who are you supporting?
World Cup 2026
Reacting to a goal!
World Cup 2026
Reacting to a close call
World Cup 2026
Complimenting strangers
Giving compliments
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Intro + Verse 1
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI
Pre Chorus + Chorus 1
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI
Verse 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI
Popular Japanese food
Popular foods
Presenting simple gifts
Meeting the in laws again
Health and well-being
Meeting the in laws again
Family updates and events
Meeting the in laws again
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Luffy vs World Government speech E278
One Piece (anime)
Hachi gets shot by Celestial Dragon Charlos E396
One Piece (anime)
Customer reservation details
Working in the travel industry
Customer transportation information
Working in the travel industry
Customer luggage delivery information
Working in the travel industry
Feeling Good
Sharing your feelings
Feeling Sad or Down
Sharing your feelings
Feeling Tired / Overwhelmed
Sharing your feelings
French brand names
Brand names
Common swear words and phrases
Foul language
Presenting simple gifts
Meeting the in laws again
Health and well-being
Meeting the in laws again
Family updates and events
Meeting the in laws again
Learning About Company Culture
Career event networking
Exploring Career Opportunities
Career event networking
Following Up After the Event
Career event networking
Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Japan
Buying tickets
Visiting the museum
Asking about exhibits
Visiting the museum
Getting around the museum
Visiting the museum
What the Bible is
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ
What salvation actually means
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ
God's love and grace as a gift
Explaining the Bible - salvation through Jesus Christ
Short funny lines
Cheesy pick up lines
Common slang
Casual street slang
Suggest moving to a quieter spot in the bar to continue talking.
Flirting at the bar Part 2
Japanese destinations
Popular Destination Names
Pick-up or drop-off locations
Dispute with taxi driver Part 2
Bridge + Pre Chorus 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI Part 2
Chorus 2
夜に駆ける (Yoru ni Kakeru) by YOASOBI Part 2
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