Emi

Hi, I’m Emi! I’m a native Japanese speaker, and I teach Japanese in a way that’s fun and accessible—especially for beginners, but also for more experienced learners who want to deepen their understanding. Whether you’re learning for fun, for travel, for work, or to connect more deeply with Japanese culture, you’ll find something in my posts to support and inspire you. A bit about my background: I began my career in Japan’s music publishing industry, where I worked on providing sheet music to performers and managing music copyrights. Later, I taught English to children, which sparked my passion for language education. Over time, I realized that language itself—not just learning it, but helping others learn—was something I truly cared about. That passion is what led me to where I am today. On my blog, Emissential Japanese, you’ll find beginner-friendly articles on Japanese alphabets, the writing system, natural phrases, cultural insights, and more. I also share casual Japanese tips on my X account, and kanji content on Instagram, so feel free to follow along to make your Japanese learning even more enjoyable!