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Letters: Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji
The Japanese writing system is based on a combination of Chinese characters (kanji) and two syllabaries: hiragana and katakana.
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How to Pronounce Japanese
Japanese has five vowels: /a/, /i/, /u/, /e/, and /o/, which are the most basic sounds. The consonant phonemes include /p/, /b/, /d/, /k/, /g/, /t/, /m/, /n/, /r/, /s/, /z/, /h/, /j/, and /w/.
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An Introduction to Japanese Language
Explore the history, grammar, and alphabet of Japanese in our introductory guide. Perfect for students and Japanese language enthusiasts
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The Reason Why Japanese Uses Chinese Characters, Also Known as Kanji
Discover why Japanese uses Chinese characters, their history, and their impact on Japanese writing and culture.