Listening to Japanese can be a genuine challenge. Everyone has their reasons for facing this challenge. Why do you want to improve your Japanese listening skills? (i.e.-What's your why?)
こんにちは, I'm a fan of anime and their traditions, society, history, and culture! I mostly want to study it for my own sake and to enjoy challenging myself without forcing it, like a normal city college course would. There's always pressure but when it's on your own time it's pretty fun
I've tried their 7-day trial and I'm sold. Been learning 12 hours a day every day throughout the free trial. (Thanks, COVID-19.) They have an officially curated pathway from level 1 all the way to level 5! Aligning with N5 to N2 which is all you really need. All of the other endless extra courses and pathways are bonus content if the curated pathways somehow aren't enough to fill your urge or you want to focus on certain language skills. Also, you can sort the lessons by popularity. So yeah, I would drop the first con, the "Information Overwhelm," because of the recommended curated pathways which guide you through. This video is 2 years old though so maybe that wasn't a thing back then and/or their UI got better over time and was made less confusing. The second con, "The Small Talk," is subjective because I actually enjoyed them lol. On an unrelated note, you look like a really fun guy to hang out with. :3
Thanks for sharing this, Prince! It's good to get a second take from another real user. I'm glad to hear some of my cons get refuted, too LOL. But I do think it's one of the best things out there to bolster listening skills :) P.S. - Thanks for the compliment, too. I like to think I'm a fun guy to hang out with.
So I have a doubt. Soo it is just enough to use their official curated pathways? Like if I finish level 1 , can I go to level 2? Will I miss anything? Or should I do other courses too? Are the level 1,2 etc offcial curated pathways continuous?
@@subashree7800 I took my time writing a lengthy reply only for TH-cam to flag my comment. We will have to wait for the uploader to unflag it. Short answer: it's not worth the money.
@@Omar_Al_Seddik but without paying it, the audio lessons are coming ryt? We won’t get the lesson notes etc But we can still listen to the audio alone and get the transcript right? I can do that in the website
@@subashree7800 That's only with the free trial. And even then, there are better and more efficient ways of learning the language. You can message me on Discord (-Solace-#5499) to PM my previous lengthy reply that got marked as spam. It's regarding being fluent in Japanese as fast as possible through self-learning and why JapanesePod101 is a horrible learning site. Avoid sites like these. In fact, avoid all learning sites altogether.
jp101 was how i l;earned the brunt of my japanese before and right after coming to japan a decade ago. they helped me a LOT, and i learned a ton. their advanced podcasts are still useful, but the biggest thing is, they're just entertaining. their voice actors are top notch.
I’m learning Mandarin and Japanese. Been learning Mandarin for 3.5 years and Japanese for 1.5 years. Just wanted to say both ChineseClass101 and JapanesePod101 are fantastic resources. CantoneseClass101 is great too for those interested in Cantonese. Thanks for the review!
Really my pleasure! You’re timing is perfect! I was thinking of trying ChineseClass101. Did you start with Mandarin or Cantonese? The writing is on the wall about where China’s economy is heading...I think knowing Mandarin and Cantonese will be valuable.
@@TheJapanGuy I started with Mandarin, then did Japanese, and now I’m just getting into Cantonese. I like the order I did it in. It’s worked out well for me. I agree that all three have real value. 👍
I literally just signed up for the premium+ about a month ago and you're right with the minor "con" when Peter starts joking around, they don't really understand it. I find it so funny and actually keeps me interested in what I'm listening to for 2 reasons: 1st: I start thinking "how am I going to start joking around if I start getting Japanese friends? I don't want my jokes to tank like Peter's LOL" 2nd: I absolutely love the small talk between them! The atmosphere is fun and their casual exchanges makes me less tense I'd say? Rather than having the feeling of a teacher directly talking to me. For me though, the only con would be: How willing am I to stay the course? They're literally giving us all the resources, and the true question is if we're willing to put in the work. Thank you for this video! It assures me that I picked the right program!!
Raphael San Juan it’s awesome that you dove in! You nailed it with the joke observation lol. After having a chance to hang with Peter, he’s actually a funny guy (not to mention he’s about as nice as a guy can be). I guess it’s that disconnect with the Japanese jp101 crew that makes some things fall flat. But oddly enough, it works and those exchanges start to grow on you :) Any more thoughts so far? I know it’s a ton of content there but are you enjoying the lessons? Just curious to hear more about a new user’s experience so far. Thanks for sharing, Raphael!
@@TheJapanGuy I agree! I used to be the same way when I started learning English. I couldn't understand the jokes of my friends. I think it's just exposure to it and knowing how the person is. I find myself still laughing with Peter even though I've listened to a specific podcast for the 100th time hahah! Yes, I am definitely enjoying the lessons. I started with their Survival lessons which was catered to people coming over to Japan for a few months or weeks. It definitely helps and I actually can't wait to try it with the Japanese restaurant I usually go to. Also, having the "Pathways" are definitely helpful! I tend to get distracted and get less motivated when piled on with information so having that guide really helps me stay the course. Also, having my own teacher is great. Whenever I have questions I usually just ask. The only "con" is that it does take 1-2 days for the teacher to respond because of the time difference. Other than that, my teacher has been very helpful with my questions and very casual in our conversations. Definitely a "Pro" for me. Thanks for this review, again!
I purchased a lifetime premium pass today for $599, as part of the Christmas sale. I've studied Japanese on and off for several years, but been blown away by the quality and structure of their content that I've seen so far. Very excited to be studying again and I think you did a great job at providing a honest review.
Hell yea. I love Japanesepod 101. I started from their Beginner lessons (even tho I was Intermediate at the time) all the way to their Advance lessons. It REALLY solidified my basics and allowed me to REALLY understand people better. Best resource for getting better at Listening. Good stuff. I might actually have to make a video on this as well! They need all the love they can get.
Thank you so much for sharing!!!! I WHOLEHEARTEDLY agree. It's awesome, right? Even for people who are plateaued - for years- at an intermediate level (Donnie looks at the floor). There's so much to learn.
@@davidzuniga2810 デビッド (debiddo) is how you'd write your name in katakana. It sounds like Day-bi-do (since there is no true "v" sound in Japanese). Hope that helps.
Ima at level 0 as well. Im currently looking for the best way to start learning. I looked at reviews for Rosetta Stone, and it kind of confused me. They show a picture with multiple things in it, and you repeat the word in Japanese. However, my struggle is, if their is multiple things in the picture, whatvare they actually referring to? Maybe it was just that one example. I need to check out some trials for sure.
I'd definitely say so. JP101 does off specific "learning paths" for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. They have also made an effective curriculum for those of us who are between levels. These learning paths are kind of like the curriculum for you to follow. Hope that helps, Gino.
And yes, I'm considering trying this out. These guys have 1-on-1 instruction! It's a bit pricey, but what can it hurt. I wanna move there someday, so gotta sacrifice now. D:
I haven't tried their 1-on-1 instruction but I'm curious. For speaking practice I've been testing CafeTalk & italki. If you end up trying it would you mind sharing your thoughts (good or bad) on the Jpod 1-on1 instruction? I'd love to hear about it. Thanks for watching! P.S.-Japan is an awesome place to live.
Thank you for this. I'm going to try it for a month! Magic Bullets lol. Appreciate the forthright information. :) Hope you are fluent, or well on your way to fluency.
Do they have something where you can practice improving your reading speed of furigana through music? I know they have a few songs on their yt channel so wondering if I would have access to more of that through the premium plan.
Thanks for the nice review. I'm very interested to get it. Sorry, one question: With the line by line audio, can we select between Kanji/ hiragana/romaji? I'm terrible at reading Japanese and still need romaji/hiragana to guide me...
Thank you for the video! I am a beginner and I am not sure whether to subscribe to Basic OR Premium. there are some nice add-ons to the premium but is it really worth the price difference or is it really useful? what add-ons of the premium subscription do you often use?
Will Japanesepod101 teach me how to certain objects in Japanese like calculator or TV or do I have to learn that on my own and if I do Where can I do that ?
That's a great question, Denzel! JapanesePod 101 can go as basic as you need it to. They have lessons for beginners and on their site. If you're trying to learn specific objects, JP101 also has commonly used words, a word bank, vocabulary lists, quizzes, flashcards and a Japanese dictionary to work on those vocab basics. I hope that helps.
There are elements of JP101 that are good for visual learners - like flashcards and line-by-line translations. But honestly I think it’s primarily aimed at auditory learning.
Great video! I am a little confused about their subscription plans. If I choose the first one, $10.00/mo-($240.00 Every 24 Months), do they take $10 a month out of my account or do they take the whole $240 at once?
Hey Whiskyjumper (nice name, btw). A great way to look at the pricing is to only pay attention to what's in the parentheses. That $240 would get pulled at once and you wouldn't be charged again for 24 months. The plan I'm on $22.00/month ($66.00/every 3 months). They charge the $66.00 at one time, and then I don't have to pay again until 3 months later. Does that make sense? Thanks for posting your question. If you had some confusion about the plans, no doubt a bunch of other people would, too.
That’s a good question. It will definitely help you improve, but I don’t think you will become fully fluent using audio lessons alone. A big part of fluency is being able to talk with native Japanese speakers. So you would have to supplement some speaking practice, too. Hope that helps.
@@TheJapanGuy soo if understanding is my priority, would this help me? I want to understand the language without any problems? Soo would this alone help me? And how long do u think it will take to finish the audio lessons?
@@subashree7800 This would definitely help. I can't honestly say that you'll be able to understand with no problems. I haven't ever run into a person who hasn't run into some kind of sticking point. Even with something as good as JapanesePod101. They're going to happen (just being honest), but it's not a bad thing. Sorry, I can't be more helpful on some of these questions. Everyone learns differently. If you're auditory learner, it might be your one go-to resource. But I can't say for sure, because I'm not you. Personally, I've never studied using just one study material alone. Sometimes a textbook may explain something better than JP101 or vice versa. But I wholeheartedly think it's a resource worth using. Everyone studies at a different pace, too. JP101 has A LOT of content. Personally, I haven't finished it all. I look for lessons that help me fill holes in my knowledge. But I do genuinely believe it will help you understand better.
@@TheJapanGuy thank you. When I said “understanding without any problems” I actually meant understanding most things. And I’m actually learning korean and since there were no korean pod reviews, I watched this video. And I use other resources too like some other website’s grammar lessons and a book etc. i don’t think I’m an auditory learner coz I prefer video based learning. But I don’t have problems with using audio. I think I’m going to be using this pod as a part of my learning and I will see how it goes :)
And I have a doubt. Is it enough to just use the my pathways lessons alone to get to an intermediate level ? ( I’m at a beginner level ) like after finishing the level 1 , can I go to the level 2 lessons directly or would I miss something? Do I need to watch the other lessons too? Actually my aim is to get to an intermediate level using an curriculum. I constantly want to know what to learn next. That’s why? Soo would that help?
@@TheJapanGuy well yes me and my sisters grew up learning the language of my mother and father respectively which makes us trilingual in today’s world.
That's a great question, Mason! Yes, I do think it's a great program for speaking, listening & grammar. I have to say it's a bit light on the writing aspect. There is a kanji-learning component of Japanesepod, that's actually quite decent so you can get a better handle on the kanji you're coming across. So overall, Japanesepod101 is a well-rounded option ESPECIALLY if you refer to the notes as you listen (when you play a dialog on your smartphone, you can actually see the full dialog in the notes - pretty detailed). But if you're looking for more writing practice you might have to step outside of JP101 for that (Kanji in Context, maybe?) Hope that helps 😬
I subscribed a long time ago when it was fairly new, and I couldn't stand that Peter Galante dude. I'm sure he's a nice guy, but I couldn't stand his voice, and he talked ALL the time. It turned me off of it. I heard it's format is different now with different teachers, so I may think about subscribing again.
I thought the very same things until I had a chance to actually use it. And then after meeting Peter Galante (the creator) and his team, I found out that it was completely the opposite: th-cam.com/video/dwlr5m-FCqA/w-d-xo.html
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Listening to Japanese can be a genuine challenge. Everyone has their reasons for facing this challenge. Why do you want to improve your Japanese listening skills? (i.e.-What's your why?)
こんにちは, I'm a fan of anime and their traditions, society, history, and culture! I mostly want to study it for my own sake and to enjoy challenging myself without forcing it, like a normal city college course would. There's always pressure but when it's on your own time it's pretty fun
TheJapanGuy I want to watch Anime without reading subtitles 😃👍🏾
@@handle-bars what do you actually know and enjoy about the culture other than anime lmfao
my grandma is japanese and struggles speaking english. i want to help her.
I've tried their 7-day trial and I'm sold. Been learning 12 hours a day every day throughout the free trial. (Thanks, COVID-19.) They have an officially curated pathway from level 1 all the way to level 5! Aligning with N5 to N2 which is all you really need. All of the other endless extra courses and pathways are bonus content if the curated pathways somehow aren't enough to fill your urge or you want to focus on certain language skills. Also, you can sort the lessons by popularity.
So yeah, I would drop the first con, the "Information Overwhelm," because of the recommended curated pathways which guide you through. This video is 2 years old though so maybe that wasn't a thing back then and/or their UI got better over time and was made less confusing. The second con, "The Small Talk," is subjective because I actually enjoyed them lol.
On an unrelated note, you look like a really fun guy to hang out with. :3
Thanks for sharing this, Prince! It's good to get a second take from another real user. I'm glad to hear some of my cons get refuted, too LOL.
But I do think it's one of the best things out there to bolster listening skills :)
P.S. - Thanks for the compliment, too.
I like to think I'm a fun guy to hang out with.
So I have a doubt. Soo it is just enough to use their official curated pathways? Like if I finish level 1 , can I go to level 2? Will I miss anything? Or should I do other courses too? Are the level 1,2 etc offcial curated pathways continuous?
@@subashree7800 I took my time writing a lengthy reply only for TH-cam to flag my comment. We will have to wait for the uploader to unflag it.
Short answer: it's not worth the money.
@@Omar_Al_Seddik but without paying it, the audio lessons are coming ryt?
We won’t get the lesson notes etc
But we can still listen to the audio alone and get the transcript right? I can do that in the website
@@subashree7800 That's only with the free trial. And even then, there are better and more efficient ways of learning the language. You can message me on Discord (-Solace-#5499) to PM my previous lengthy reply that got marked as spam. It's regarding being fluent in Japanese as fast as possible through self-learning and why JapanesePod101 is a horrible learning site. Avoid sites like these. In fact, avoid all learning sites altogether.
jp101 was how i l;earned the brunt of my japanese before and right after coming to japan a decade ago. they helped me a LOT, and i learned a ton. their advanced podcasts are still useful, but the biggest thing is, they're just entertaining. their voice actors are top notch.
At least he's honest.
I’m learning Mandarin and Japanese. Been learning Mandarin for 3.5 years and Japanese for 1.5 years. Just wanted to say both ChineseClass101 and JapanesePod101 are fantastic resources.
CantoneseClass101 is great too for those interested in Cantonese. Thanks for the review!
Really my pleasure! You’re timing is perfect! I was thinking of trying ChineseClass101. Did you start with Mandarin or Cantonese? The writing is on the wall about where China’s economy is heading...I think knowing Mandarin and Cantonese will be valuable.
@@TheJapanGuy I started with Mandarin, then did Japanese, and now I’m just getting into Cantonese. I like the order I did it in. It’s worked out well for me. I agree that all three have real value. 👍
I literally just signed up for the premium+ about a month ago and you're right with the minor "con"
when Peter starts joking around, they don't really understand it. I find it so funny and actually keeps me interested in what I'm listening to for 2 reasons:
1st: I start thinking "how am I going to start joking around if I start getting Japanese friends? I don't want my jokes to tank like Peter's LOL"
2nd: I absolutely love the small talk between them! The atmosphere is fun and their casual exchanges makes me less tense I'd say? Rather than having the feeling of a teacher directly talking to me.
For me though, the only con would be: How willing am I to stay the course? They're literally giving us all the resources, and the true question is if we're willing to put in the work.
Thank you for this video! It assures me that I picked the right program!!
Raphael San Juan it’s awesome that you dove in! You nailed it with the joke observation lol.
After having a chance to hang with Peter, he’s actually a funny guy (not to mention he’s about as nice as a guy can be). I guess it’s that disconnect with the Japanese jp101 crew that makes some things fall flat. But oddly enough, it works and those exchanges start to grow on you :)
Any more thoughts so far? I know it’s a ton of content there but are you enjoying the lessons? Just curious to hear more about a new user’s experience so far.
Thanks for sharing, Raphael!
@@TheJapanGuy I agree! I used to be the same way when I started learning English. I couldn't understand the jokes of my friends. I think it's just exposure to it and knowing how the person is. I find myself still laughing with Peter even though I've listened to a specific podcast for the 100th time hahah!
Yes, I am definitely enjoying the lessons. I started with their Survival lessons which was catered to people coming over to Japan for a few months or weeks. It definitely helps and I actually can't wait to try it with the Japanese restaurant I usually go to. Also, having the "Pathways" are definitely helpful! I tend to get distracted and get less motivated when piled on with information so having that guide really helps me stay the course. Also, having my own teacher is great. Whenever I have questions I usually just ask. The only "con" is that it does take 1-2 days for the teacher to respond because of the time difference. Other than that, my teacher has been very helpful with my questions and very casual in our conversations. Definitely a "Pro" for me.
Thanks for this review, again!
I am using it currently to learn Japanese. Got the beginner course and going to write JLPT N5 in December.
I purchased a lifetime premium pass today for $599, as part of the Christmas sale. I've studied Japanese on and off for several years, but been blown away by the quality and structure of their content that I've seen so far. Very excited to be studying again and I think you did a great job at providing a honest review.
Thank you for sharing this. I thought the same thing I joined JP101. It really does overdeliver. Happy studying.
Hell yea. I love Japanesepod 101. I started from their Beginner lessons (even tho I was Intermediate at the time) all the way to their Advance lessons. It REALLY solidified my basics and allowed me to REALLY understand people better.
Best resource for getting better at Listening.
Good stuff. I might actually have to make a video on this as well! They need all the love they can get.
Thank you so much for sharing!!!! I WHOLEHEARTEDLY agree. It's awesome, right? Even for people who are plateaued - for years- at an intermediate level (Donnie looks at the floor). There's so much to learn.
Thank you for explaining. I seem to understand from audio more than I do if I were in a classroom.
My pleasure David! Audio is a big help for me, too.
So I know where you're coming from.
@@TheJapanGuy Just asking how is David pronounced in japanese? Also, I would like to know how it is written too.
Just figured I could ask you.
@@davidzuniga2810 デビッド (debiddo) is how you'd write your name in katakana. It sounds like Day-bi-do (since there is no true "v" sound in Japanese). Hope that helps.
@@TheJapanGuy It actually really does I thank you for taking your time to help me. Have a great day (or night) lmao
That’s interesting
Thanks for this! I'm at level 0 with my Japanese learning, so this was wonderful information!
I'm really glad you found it helpful :D
Ima at level 0 as well. Im currently looking for the best way to start learning. I looked at reviews for Rosetta Stone, and it kind of confused me. They show a picture with multiple things in it, and you repeat the word in Japanese. However, my struggle is, if their is multiple things in the picture, whatvare they actually referring to? Maybe it was just that one example. I need to check out some trials for sure.
I can respect a guy who legit uses the product he promotes.
I appreciate that, Ty.
I still make mistakes but I want to
do my best to share the things I find
useful.
Thank you for the review and the honesty
My pleasure! Thank you for watching!
That scene with Cyborg Ninja at the beginning had me freaking dying. XD
Hehehehe! I knew it'd get one of my fellow game fans :D
Thank you for the review! Would you say JP101 is a good tool for a person that's looking for kind of a curriculum based learning experience?
I'd definitely say so. JP101 does off specific "learning paths" for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. They have also made an effective curriculum for those of us who are between levels. These learning paths are kind of like the curriculum for you to follow. Hope that helps, Gino.
And yes, I'm considering trying this out. These guys have 1-on-1 instruction! It's a bit pricey, but what can it hurt. I wanna move there someday, so gotta sacrifice now. D:
I haven't tried their 1-on-1 instruction but I'm curious. For speaking practice I've been testing CafeTalk & italki. If you end up trying it would you mind sharing your thoughts (good or bad) on the Jpod 1-on1 instruction? I'd love to hear about it. Thanks for watching!
P.S.-Japan is an awesome place to live.
Useful review, I've been looking at their videos on youtube and considering joining up with it!
Glad to hear it was helpful, Kirsty!
Thank you for this. I'm going to try it for a month! Magic Bullets lol.
Appreciate the forthright information. :) Hope you are fluent, or well on your way to fluency.
Jaded Gamer I really hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for jumping in to share your thoughts.
Yes indeed, practicing as much as I can.
Thank you for the honest review!
Truly my pleasure, Tasheena! Thanks for watching 😃
Do they have something where you can practice improving your reading speed of furigana through music? I know they have a few songs on their yt channel so wondering if I would have access to more of that through the premium plan.
Thanks for the nice review. I'm very interested to get it. Sorry, one question: With the line by line audio, can we select between Kanji/ hiragana/romaji? I'm terrible at reading Japanese and still need romaji/hiragana to guide me...
Fantastic learning Japanese video!😊🇯🇵🌸
THANK YOU!!!
Thanks for the video. I really appreciate you being forward about being an affiliate. 👍
My pleasure Jon. Thanks for watching. I hope you got a clearer idea of what Japanesepod is all about.
Thank you for the video! I am a beginner and I am not sure whether to subscribe to Basic OR Premium. there are some nice add-ons to the premium but is it really worth the price difference or is it really useful? what add-ons of the premium subscription do you often use?
awesome thanks for making this
Will Japanesepod101 teach me how to certain objects in Japanese like calculator or TV or do I have to learn that on my own and if I do Where can I do that ?
That's a great question, Denzel! JapanesePod 101 can go as basic as you need it to. They have lessons for beginners and on their site. If you're trying to learn specific objects, JP101 also has commonly used words, a word bank, vocabulary lists, quizzes, flashcards and a Japanese dictionary to work on those vocab basics. I hope that helps.
Fitst for the sake of first. Good to see you back at it.
As always, I appreciate you, Doug! How's life treatin' ya?
how does this compare to the tried and true rosetta stone
Great question, trevor! My personal opinion? It BURIES Rosetta Stone for a far more reasonable price.
Rosetta Stone for Japanese is an actual joke. Don't waste your time or money on it.
I didn't want to say it LOL...thanks for speaking the truth, Zoot101
Rosetta Stone is bad in every single way.
Rosetta Stone has ridiculous prices and the lessons teach you the most random things. I really hate it.
Would you say that this could help if you are trying to live in Japan in the future
Batkidian Good question. I would definitely say it’s helpful if you’re thinking about coming here in the future.
Is it good for visual learners?
yes, they provide clear images which is good for visual learners.
There are elements of JP101 that are good for visual learners - like flashcards and line-by-line translations.
But honestly I think it’s primarily aimed at auditory learning.
Thank u for review
Truly my pleasure, Lina!
Great video! I am a little confused about their subscription plans. If I choose the first one, $10.00/mo-($240.00 Every 24 Months), do they take $10 a month out of my account or do they take the whole $240 at once?
Hey Whiskyjumper (nice name, btw). A great way to look at the pricing is to only pay attention to what's in the parentheses. That $240 would get pulled at once and you wouldn't be charged again for 24 months.
The plan I'm on $22.00/month ($66.00/every 3 months). They charge the $66.00 at one time, and then I don't have to pay again until 3 months later.
Does that make sense?
Thanks for posting your question. If you had some confusion about the plans, no doubt a bunch of other people would, too.
Thank you TheJapanGuy!. Accidentally spending $240 when I meant to spend $10.....yeah, you probably just saved me from a few nights on the couch. : )
So glad I was able to catch you and clear that up! Whew ;)
Donald you gotta upload more often! I thought you got kidnapped by the yakuza 😂😂😂
Yeah, you're right, CrazyHawk. It's been a while LOL
yeah jp101 is really good.
My friend and I are wondering how Wyatt (my name) and Jake are pronounced
Do you think I can get fluent using the audio lessons ?
That’s a good question. It will definitely help you improve, but I don’t think you will become fully fluent using audio lessons alone.
A big part of fluency is being able to talk with native Japanese speakers. So you would have to supplement some speaking practice, too.
Hope that helps.
@@TheJapanGuy soo if understanding is my priority, would this help me? I want to understand the language without any problems? Soo would this alone help me?
And how long do u think it will take to finish the audio lessons?
@@subashree7800 This would definitely help. I can't honestly say that you'll be able to understand with no problems. I haven't ever run into a person who hasn't run into some kind of sticking point. Even with something as good as JapanesePod101. They're going to happen (just being honest), but it's not a bad thing.
Sorry, I can't be more helpful on some of these questions. Everyone learns differently. If you're auditory learner, it might be your one go-to resource. But I can't say for sure, because I'm not you.
Personally, I've never studied using just one study material alone. Sometimes a textbook may explain something better than JP101 or vice versa. But I wholeheartedly think it's a resource worth using.
Everyone studies at a different pace, too. JP101 has A LOT of content. Personally, I haven't finished it all. I look for lessons that help me fill holes in my knowledge.
But I do genuinely believe it will help you understand better.
@@TheJapanGuy thank you. When I said “understanding without any problems” I actually meant understanding most things. And I’m actually learning korean and since there were no korean pod reviews, I watched this video. And I use other resources too like some other website’s grammar lessons and a book etc. i don’t think I’m an auditory learner coz I prefer video based learning. But I don’t have problems with using audio. I think I’m going to be using this pod as a part of my learning and I will see how it goes :)
And I have a doubt. Is it enough to just use the my pathways lessons alone to get to an intermediate level ? ( I’m at a beginner level ) like after finishing the level 1 , can I go to the level 2 lessons directly or would I miss something? Do I need to watch the other lessons too?
Actually my aim is to get to an intermediate level using an curriculum. I constantly want to know what to learn next. That’s why? Soo would that help?
お久しぶりですね！
おげんきそうでよかったです。
そうだよね！久しぶりだね。元気ナウガクさん？
げんきですよ。ありがとう。
My mom is Japanese so I got it for free growing up
That’s so cool! 😎
Did you find it helpful?
@@TheJapanGuy well yes me and my sisters grew up learning the language of my mother and father respectively which makes us trilingual in today’s world.
Isn’t this learning program good for speaking and writing such as kanji, too? If not, what are some more well-rounded options?
That's a great question, Mason! Yes, I do think it's a great program for speaking, listening & grammar. I have to say it's a bit light on the writing aspect.
There is a kanji-learning component of Japanesepod, that's actually quite decent so you can get a better handle on the kanji you're coming across.
So overall, Japanesepod101 is a well-rounded option ESPECIALLY if you refer to the notes as you listen
(when you play a dialog on your smartphone, you can actually see the full dialog in the notes - pretty detailed).
But if you're looking for more writing practice you might have to step outside of JP101 for that (Kanji in Context, maybe?)
Hope that helps 😬
I subscribed a long time ago when it was fairly new, and I couldn't stand that Peter Galante dude. I'm sure he's a nice guy, but I couldn't stand his voice, and he talked ALL the time. It turned me off of it. I heard it's format is different now with different teachers, so I may think about subscribing again.
Totally fair assessment. I could see how you would say that, Mk.
I appreciate you jumping in to share you honest thoughts.
At least your honest. It feels like a scam
I thought the very same things until I had a chance to actually use it. And then after meeting Peter Galante (the creator) and his team, I found out that it was completely the opposite: th-cam.com/video/dwlr5m-FCqA/w-d-xo.html
I got a lifetime free account somehow
That's AWESOME!!!
@@TheJapanGuy I know right!
But doesn’t everybody get lifetime free account, cause the account is free but you can’t access all the lessons
F*ing sponsorships 😒