Japanese is one of the most fascinating languages in the world to study as a non-native speaker. Its complexity, its openness to incorporating words from other languages (gairaigo), and its association with one of the world's strongest economies makes it an ideal choice for foreign language study. Here are 5 tips for learning Japanese faster and with better retention. My path to learning Japanese began in 1989, first in college and later while living in various Japanese cities. You could say … [Read more...]