Welcome to pathtojapan.com
Your path to Japan begins here.
This is the next stage in the evolution of pathtojapan.com — a home for Japan travel writing, Japanese language learning, and honest stories of life in Japan. Everything is offered with care, and much of it is free to everyone.
“Our mission is to make the path to Japan a little shorter, a little clearer, and a great deal more beautiful — whether you are planning a journey, learning the language, or simply dreaming of it.”
— PTAYL, pathtojapan.com
Every week
This week's featured picks
Three items chosen fresh each week — a download, a story, and a lesson from the channel.
Genkō yōshi - HSC style - 300 ji
Genkō yōshi is Japanese grid paper used for handwriting essays and stories. Each square holds one character or punctuation mark. To use it, start paragraphs with an indented blank square, place punctuation properly within squares, and count characters easily by tracking rows.
The Secret of Onigiri
Why Japan’s humble rice ball is far more than a snack — and how to enjoy it like a local.
Must-Learn First! 100 Japanese Greetings & Daily Conversation Phrases for Beginners JLPT N5
From the PathtoJapan YouTube channel — short, friendly lessons for reading and writing Japanese.
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Three paths to explore
Wherever you are on your journey, there is something here for you.
