By Japanese Listening Shadowing

This educational video by the 'Japanese Listening Shadowing' channel is a fantastic resource for beginners learning Japanese. It presents 100 essential phrases that are considered foundational for everyday communication in Japanese. Specifically tailored to JLPT N5 learners, the content supports listening practice with clearly pronounced phrases and real-life example sentences, all with English subtitles for clarity and comprehension.

Divided into several segments, the video categorizes phrases into manageable sections to make the learning experience more digestible. Starting with phrase sets 1–24, then consecutively up to 100, it allows students to absorb vocabulary gradually and efficiently. Each section is timestamped for convenient access, encouraging repeated listening which is critical for language retention. Viewers can pause, rewind, or jump to any set of phrases they are focusing on.

To reinforce the learner's understanding, the video also includes a kanji quiz in the latter section, turning passive listening into an interactive learning experience. This gamified approach helps make practicing kanji fun and memorable, especially for those struggling with character retention. The quiz format is a strong complement to the spoken elements of the video, rounding out a comprehensive beginner-friendly lesson.

Another highlight is the video’s support for multilingual translations in subtitles, making it accessible to a global audience. Whether your primary language is Chinese, Indonesian, Hindi, Spanish, or Russian, you can follow along easily by activating the appropriate subs. The channel encourages repeated play, likes, and comments to support more content production.

Ideal for students preparing for the JLPT N5 or simply looking to build a solid foundation in Japanese, this video offers an engaging and practical entry point into the language.