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Pass the JLPT! How to Study for the JLPT Listening Section
The JLPT listening section can be challenging, especially for those living outside of Japan. Here's what you should know to ace the…
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Krys is a Japanese-fluent, English native speaker currently based in the US. A former Tokyo English teacher, Krys now works full time as a J-to-E translator, writer, and artist, with a focus on subjects related to Japanese language and culture. JLPT Level N1. Shares info about Japanese language, culture, and the JLPT on Twitter (SunDogGen).
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