Nihongo Hub
A dedicated Japanese learning companion โ from travel basics to JLPT prep.
Built by the In Japan team. Essential travel phrases are live now. Full learning platform coming soon.
Essential Travel Phrases
Master these before your trip and you'll handle almost any situation with confidence.
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What Nihongo Hub Will Become
A structured, practical Japanese learning platform built specifically for travelers โ and for anyone who wants to go deeper.
Vocab Builder
Spaced repetition flashcards organized by travel scenarios โ food, transport, shopping, emergencies.
Kanji Practice
Learn to recognize the kanji you'll actually encounter on signs, menus, and train stations.
Grammar Basics
Short, practical grammar lessons โ no academic jargon. Learn the patterns that unlock real conversations.
Listening Practice
Short audio clips of real Japanese situations โ train announcements, ordering food, asking directions.
JLPT Study Paths
Structured paths from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced), aligned with the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
JLPT study paths, kanji tracking, and progress dashboards are all planned features.
Start with the basics
The travel phrases above are a great starting point. Every phrase has audio โ learn a few before your trip and you'll feel the difference immediately.