Japanese Learning Accelerator

Introduction to Japanese Learning Accelerator

About the Japanese Learning Accelerator project, how it works, and how to use it to improve your Japanese. This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Japanese, to improve your Japanese vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Japanese. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Japanese language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Japanese class. The more you expose your brain to Japanese audio, the faster you'll learn. All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles). Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com View the full list of English and Japanese phrases in this episode. Phrases in this episode: I love Japanese!

Learn Japanese: Just the Basics!

Here are some basic phrases in Japanese. Just enough to get around and show that you’re making an effort! This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Japanese, to improve your Japanese vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Japanese. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Japanese language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Japanese class. The more you expose your brain to Japanese audio, the faster you'll learn. View the full list of English and Japanese phrases in this episode. Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com Phrases in this episode: Hello! Excuse me. I'm sorry. I don’t speak Japanese. Thank you. You're welcome. Yes. No. What's your name? My name is... Nice to meet you. How are you? I'm doing great. Where’s the restroom? This, please. It was nice to meet you! See you later! Bye!

Learn Japanese: Just Beyond the Basics

Some phrases for the early Japanese language learner, such as asking for language help and ending interactions gracefully. This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Japanese, to improve your Japanese vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Japanese. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Japanese language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Japanese class. The more you expose your brain to Japanese audio, the faster you'll learn. View the full list of English and Japanese phrases in this episode. Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com Phrases in this episode: I have a question. Do you have a moment? What do you call this? I don't know how to say it. I don’t know what it’s called. I appreciate your patience. Thanks for the help! I'm here on business. I'm here on vacation. I'm traveling for fun. I’m here with my friend. I’m here with my partner. I’m here alone. I'm looking for work here. How may I be of service? Can you recommend a good book about Japan?

Learn Japanese: Navigation

Asking about places and getting directions! This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Japanese, to improve your Japanese vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Japanese. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Japanese language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Japanese class. The more you expose your brain to Japanese audio, the faster you'll learn. All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles). Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com View the full list of English and Japanese phrases in this episode. Phrases in this episode: I'm lost. What street is this? What neighborhood is this? How far is Tokyo from here? How do I get to Tokyo? Can I get there by bus? Can you recommend a good hostel? Can you recommend a good coffee shop? Can you recommend a good beach? Are there any museums around here? What's your favorite place to hang out around here? Can you show me on the map? Where can I find an ATM? Where is the nearest supermarket? Where is the nearest hospital?

Learn Japanese: At the Market

Phrases for the market, buying clothing and food. This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Japanese, to improve your Japanese vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Japanese. These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Japanese language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Japanese class. The more you expose your brain to Japanese audio, the faster you'll learn. All episodes have subtitles available (if your podcast app supports subtitles). Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com View the full list of English and Japanese phrases in this episode. Phrases in this episode: How much does this cost? It's beautiful but I don't want it! I like it. I love it. How do you wear this? Do you have more of these? Do you have this in a larger size? Do you have this in other colors? Do you have this in a smaller size? I'd like to buy this. Can I have a receipt? What is that? Is that medicinal? Does that have caffeine? Does that have sugar? Is that poisonous? Is that spicy? Is it very spicy? Is that from an animal? What part of this do you eat? How do you cook this? Does this need refrigeration? How long will this last before spoiling?