Jenna Swan
ASIN: B01DV1S8LW
Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC
Pages: 135
Fluency in any language other than your native tongue can open up a lot of opportunities for you, but if absolute fluency is not possible, then a better understanding of the language is almost as beneficial. Although many of the locals in Japan can also understand and speak English, they get a sense of pride from knowing that foreign visitors took the time and effort to learn their language. Communicating with these people becomes easier since you don’t have to figure out anymore what they’re trying to say (and vice-versa). The same goes for those Japanese words and characters you’ll come across on street signs, newspapers, maps, etc. It may not be evident at first, but a better understanding of the Japanese language will ensure that you have more time exploring and enjoying the best that the country has to offer: tourist attractions, arts and entertainment activities, and the local ...