Particle– category –
This category explains Japanese particles and how they function in real sentences.
Articles focus on why different particles are chosen, how they shape meaning, and how context affects interpretation.
It is especially useful for learners who understand the basics but struggle with natural particle choice.
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What Is the Difference Between は and が? Understandable, Attitude, and Style in Japanese (Level 6)
At Level 6, は and が are no longer about rules or correctness. They show the speaker’s intent, attitude, and distance from emotion. This article explores how particle choice becomes a personal decision in Japanese. -
What Is the Difference Between は and が? Context and Focus in Japanese (Level 5)
Learn how は and が work across sentences in Japanese (Level 5). This article explains how context and focus shape particle choice in real conversations with natural examples and explanations. -
What Is the Difference Between は and が? Contrast and Emphasis in Japanese (Level 4)
At Level 4 (N2), は and が are no longer just about new or known information. Learn how they express contrast, generalization, limitation, and emphasis—and what speakers really mean behind the sentence. -
What Is the Difference Between は and が? New and Known Information in Japanese (Level 3)
Learn the difference between は and が at Level 3 by focusing on new and known information. Using the Momotarō story and real conversations, this article explains how Japanese naturally switches from が to は. -
7 Basic Japanese Sentence Connectors You Need to Make Complex Sentences (Beginner | N5–N4)
Learn 7 essential Japanese sentence connectors like から, ので, けど, が, とき, たら, and て. A clear beginner-friendly guide for N5–N4 learners to make natural Japanese complex sentences. -
は vs が in Japanese: A Complete Level-by-Level Guide (N5 to N1+)
Confused about “wa (は)” vs “ga (が)” in Japanese? Learn the real difference with examples and natural dialogues—explained by a native Japanese teacher! -
Japanese Parts of Speech Explained: The Complete 品詞 (Hinshi) Guide for Beginners
Curious about Japanese grammar? This beginner-friendly guide introduces the 10 parts of speech (品詞), with examples, negative forms, and basic usage notes. -
8 Essential Uses of the Japanese Particle “の” (No) – Explained by a Native Japanese Teacher- 日本語の助詞「の」の用法８つ
Ranked by Frequency 機能 / Function説明 / Description例文 / ExampleEnglish①所有・所属possession / belonging〜のもの、〜に属する / indicates possession or belonging彼の本私のペンHis bookMy pen②修飾（内容説明）noun describe another noun名...
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