Introducing effective study methods

For those of you who are studying Japanese, how do you study Japanese?
Here we will introduce some effective ways for foreigners to learn Japanese.

1. Practical conversation

【【Find a conversation partner】
Find a Japanese friend or language exchange partner and learn through real conversation. By using real Japanese, you can learn more natural expressions and nuances.
【【Use of online language exchange apps】
You can interact with native speakers through chat and video calls to improve your conversation skills.
【【Use of the Japanese language learning app "PLATCLOVER-NOTE" developed by Clover Academy
You can easily practice daily conversations and vocabulary using the original learning app developed by Clover Academy. This app is packed with phrases and scenarios that are useful for real conversations, making it the perfect way to improve your conversation skills!

2. Multimedia learning

【【Watch anime and dramas】
Watch Japanese anime and dramas to improve your listening skills. You can learn everyday conversational expressions and intonations naturally. Start by using subtitles, and gradually aim to be able to understand without them.
【【Podcasts and YouTube】
You can also take advantage of podcasts and YouTube channels that specialize in Japanese language learning, which can help you improve your listening skills while learning about topics related to daily life and culture.
【【Clover Academy's online teaching material "PLATCLOVER"
The online learning materials, scheduled to be released in the fall of 2024, will allow you to study efficiently at your own pace. You can learn grammar while watching videos, and there are also practice questions, so you can learn in a fun way while checking your understanding.

3. Reading and writing practice

【【Read manga and simple novels】
Reading manga and simple novels will improve your reading comprehension. By choosing books in a genre that interests you, you can have fun while learning.
【【Write a diary】
Improve your writing skills by writing a short diary entry every day. Start with simple sentences and gradually work your way up to more complex expressions.
【【Clover Academy's learning app "PLATCLOVER-NOTE"】
It is packed with useful features for practicing reading and writing, and is especially useful for practicing hiragana, katakana, and kanji.

4. Grammar and vocabulary study

【【Flashcard App】
Use a flashcard app to memorize words efficiently. Repeated study will help you retain the words.
【【Grammar and reference books】
By using reference books suited to your level, from beginner to advanced, and studying grammar systematically, you will acquire more accurate Japanese.
[Clover Academy's online teaching materials]
It includes explanations and definitions of grammar and vocabulary, making it suitable for learning even for beginners.

5. Take a class or course

【【Japanese language school classes】
Learning from specialized teachers will help you master Japanese efficiently. Interacting with classmates will also help you to increase your motivation to learn.
【【Online Courses】
You can take Japanese language lessons from the comfort of your own home.
[Clover Academy Online Learning]
You can communicate with teachers through face-to-face meetings.
Also,Clover Academy, a Japanese language school in OsakaYou can also learn more academic Japanese while taking classes!

We have introduced various study methods, so please use them to find a method that suits you best and make your Japanese language learning enjoyable and effective.
Also, Clover Academy developedJapanese language learning app "PLATCLOVER-NOTE' and the online teaching material 'PLATCLOVER' scheduled for release in the fall of 2024, and take one step at a time towards your goal!