USAFA Library Guides: Languages and Cultures: Japanese

Introduction

Featured on the Home tab, Mango Languages is the library's premier language learning resource. Mango offers a full course in Japanese. Register for an account and access this resource from any location!

Language Learning Resources

BBC Languages: Japanese
A guide to the Japanese language, learning resources and useful links
Imabi　今日
Comprehensive grammar guide with lessons from basic understanding to classical Japanese
LangMedia
Japanese in Japan - view situational video clips on everyday life in Japan
Learn Japanese: Tae Kim's Guide to Learning Japanese
Long established and useful website to learning Japanese grammar with practical exercises
NHK World: Easy Japanese　やさしい日本語
A variety of Japanese language lessons and situations
Nihongo eなの世界: Portal for Learning Japanese
Provides all kinds of websites and online tools useful for studying Japanese

Language Tools

Forvo
Japanese pronunciation dictionary [日本語]
Kanji Alive
Study tool to learn how to read and write Kanji characters thru onyomi and kunyomi readings

Useful Websites

Bento
Explore different aspects of Japanese food culture featuring articles and useful guides
Japan: The Official Guide
Learn about culture and travel opportunities in Japan - Japan National Tourism Organization
Japan Fact Sheet
Find information and short articles on the Japan's government, economy, society and culture
Web Japan
Discover trends in Japan, see videos on Japanese culture, and search links on related topics

Cultural Information

Europa World Plus
Select Far East to find country profiles for Japan
Global Road Warrior
Overview and cultural information for the country of Japan

Japanese Dictionaries

Jisho Dictionary
Japanese-English
Rikai
Translation tool
Smart Kanji
Kanji translations

News & Media

The Japan Times
Newspaper in English
NHK News Web Easy
日本語のニュース
NHK World
News, TV and radio
Niponica にぽにか
Magazine on modern Japan
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Multilingual editions available
Yomiuri Shimbun
Japan news