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You've saved 100 Instagram posts about Japan. But when you get to the konbini counter, your mind goes blank.
The cashier's talking fast. You have no idea what they just asked. So you smile, nod, and hope for the best. Sound familiar? That's the gap between "knowing about Japan" and actually being ready. This course closes that gap. Japanese for Travelers is a step-by-step video course that takes you from zero to confidently handling 8 real-life situations in Japan — in just 2 weeks. No textbook grammar. No JLPT drills. Just the exact phrases you'll actually use. Every lesson follows the same structure: Watch a real situation, understand what's happening, then practice it yourself through role-play. By the end of this course, you'll confidently: ・Order coffee at a cafe and request takeout ・Handle the konbini cashier's rapid-fire questions ・Order food at restaurants and izakayas and ask for the bill ・Check into hotels and ask about luggage storage ・Ask for directions and navigate the train station ・Introduce yourself naturally in Japanese ・and much more... You'll also get a printable PDF phrase book — take it to Japan as your pocket cheat sheet.
Learn the vocabulary
Learn the essential vocabulary and phrases related to each situation.
Understand the situation
Watch the conversation, and I'll break it down into details so you'll understand what's going on in the situation.
Time to practice
No, it's time to practice the conversation. We role-play so that you will be ready when you speak in Japan.
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Meet Tyson (Ryusei) — Your Japanese Coach
Hey, I'm Tyson — you might know me as Nihongo Hongo on Instagram and TikTok. I'm based in Osaka and I've been teaching practical Japanese for years. I built this course because my DMs were full of the same message: "I watched all your videos but I still couldn't order at the izakaya." Watching tips is not the same as being ready. The missing piece? Structured practice. That's exactly what this course gives you. A clear path from "I know zero Japanese" to "I handled the whole check-in by myself." 1,300+ students have already made that shift. I'd love to help you too.
This Course Is For You If...
You're planning your first trip to Japan and want to do more than just point at menus. You know zero Japanese (or close to it) and want a fast, structured way to get ready. You've tried apps like Duolingo but want something focused on real travel situations. You're going back to Japan and want to actually speak this time instead of relying on Google Translate. You're moving to Japan for work or study and need survival-level Japanese for daily life. This course is NOT for you if you're already conversational in Japanese or looking for JLPT prep. This is built specifically for travelers and beginners.
Course Curriculum
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About the course (Day 0)
- Self-Introduction Free preview
- Why you should learn Japanese for your travel Free preview
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What and How you'll learn in this course
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Travel Phrase book
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Basics
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Greetings in Japanese 1/2
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Greetings in Japanese 2/2
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Greetings Review Quiz
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Where is OO in Japanese
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"Do you speak English?" in Japanese
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The most simple way to introducing yourself in Japanese
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Let's Practice introducing yourself
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Review(introducing, Where is OO, Do you speak?)
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(Pro tip)How to Make Japanese People Understand Your English
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Counting in Japanese
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1-10 in Japanese
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1-10 review quiz
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11-100 in Japanese
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111-1000 in Japanese
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1-1000 in Japanese Review Quiz
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1 to 10 (1 min Review)
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Basic Japanese Counters
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Review Quiz-Counters
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Some Other Counters
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【🆓Preview】Ordering coffee at cafe in Japan
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Ordering coffee at cafe in Japan B
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Cafe Case B
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Cafe Case B Explained
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Cafe Case B Role-Play Practice
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Cafe B review
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Conversation in Convenience store A
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Convenience Store Vocabulary
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Conbini Case A Example Situation
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Conbini Case A Explained
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Conbini Case A Practice
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Conbini Review Quiz
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Japan’s Conbini Culture
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Conversation in Convenience store B
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Conbini B Example Situation
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Conbini Case B Explained
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Conbini Case B Practice
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Conbini B Review Quiz
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Entering Izakaya Restaurant
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What is Izakaya?
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Izakaya Vocabulary
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Izakaya 1 Example
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Izakaya 1 Explained
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Izakaya Practice
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Izakaya Review Quiz
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Restaurant Etiquette
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Restaurant Japanese: Quick Mini Dialogues
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Ordering at izakaya Restaurant
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Izakaya 2
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Izakaya 2 explain
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Izakaya 2 practice
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Izakaya3
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Izakaya 3 explained
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Izakaya 3 practice
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Izakaya2&3 Review Quiz
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Hotel Check-in
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Hotel Vocabulary
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Hotel Check-in
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Hotel Check-in Explained
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Hotel Check-in Practice
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Hotel Review Quiz
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Hotel Check-out
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Hotel Check-out Example
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Hotel Check-out Explained
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Hotel Check-out Practice
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Hotel Check-out Review Quiz
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Hotel vs Ryokan
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Onsen - Japanese Public Bath
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How to Enjoy Onsen (Hot Springs) in Japan
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Verb （Audio and Text）
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Vてください。-Please V
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I can't V in Japanese
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Here's Everything You Get
70+ Video Lessons covering 8 real-life travel situations — $200 value Downloadable Phrase Book with every phrase from the course — $30 value Practice Quizzes after every chapter to lock in your learning — $50 value Real Japanese audio so you train your ear from Day 1 — $50 value Lifetime Access — revisit anytime before your next trip — Priceless Total Value: $330+ Your Price Today: Just $49 (or 6 payments of $10)
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What Our Students Say
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.8/5 from 1,300+ students
I’m preparing for my trip to Japan, and this course is perfect for beginners like me. Ryusei is one of the best teachers I’ve studied with — his explanations are always clear and precise, and the course follows a well-structured progression that makes learning easy.
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Very clearly explained and information and instructions repeated at different speeds . Also lots of content covering different scenarios and useful vocabulary. This has been an extremely useful course which I have downloaded to take on our trip to Japan and I have repeated the lessons several times. Highly recommend this course.
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He makes learning Japanese fun!
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Yes this was exactly what I was looking for. Useful travel phrases with clear explanations and no time spent on grammar or kanji.
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So far, most of the content covers things I already knew, but since this is just the beginning of the course, it’s been great to get the perspective of a Japanese local. Edit: After completing about 3/4 of the course, I really enjoyed it — especially Tyson sensei’s roleplay.
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Surprisingly convenient! If you’re still getting comfortable with Japanese but want to be ready for your trip without spending too much time or effort, this course is exactly what you need. I finished it quickly and now feel much more prepared for my next visit.
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FAQ
Q: I already watch your Instagram/TikTok videos. Why do I need this course? My social media content gives you great snippets and motivation — but it's not structured for real preparation. This course takes you through 8 complete situations step-by-step, with practice conversations and role-plays. Think of it this way: Instagram shows you individual puzzle pieces. This course puts the puzzle together. Q: Do I need to know any Japanese before starting? Not at all. This course starts from absolute zero. If you can say "sushi" and "sake," you're already ahead. Q: How long does it take to complete? The course is designed to be completed in about 2 weeks at 30 minutes a day. But since you get lifetime access, you can go at whatever pace works for you. Q: What if I've already booked my trip and it's coming up soon? Perfect — that's exactly when this course is most useful. Each chapter is self-contained, so even if you only get through the first 5-6 chapters before your trip, you'll already be able to handle cafes, konbini, restaurants, and hotels. Bring the PDF phrase book for everything else. Q: Will this make me fluent in Japanese? No — and that's not the goal. This course is specifically designed for travelers who want to handle everyday situations confidently. If you want to become fluent, you'll want a more comprehensive program. But for your trip? This is all you need. Q: Can I use Google Translate instead? You can try. But Google Translate can't help you when a konbini cashier is asking you a rapid-fire question about your payment method, or when you need to respond in real-time at an izakaya. Real confidence comes from actually knowing the phrases — not hoping your phone battery lasts. Q: What format are the lessons in? Video lessons (5-10 minutes each) with clear audio. You also get a printable PDF phrase book. Watch on your phone, tablet, or computer — anytime, anywhere. Q: Is there a money-back guarantee? Yes — if the course isn't what you expected, reach out within 30 days and we'll make it right.
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
If the course isn't what you expected within 30 days, just send us a message and we'll work it out.
Ready to Speak Japanese on Your Next Trip?
Early-bird price ends March 31, 2026.
Built for Real Life, Not Textbooks
Every lesson is a real situation you'll face in Japan — ordering ramen, asking for directions, checking into a hotel. No grammar tables. No memorizing charts. Just the phrases you need, with the pronunciation to say them right. Each module takes about 30 minutes, so you can prep for your trip on a lunch break. And you keep lifetime access, so you can revisit anytime before your next trip.
Your Japan Trip Deserves Better Than Google Translate.
70 lessons. 8 real-life situations. 1 printable phrase book. Lifetime access. $49 (or 6 x $10/month)