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It has been argued that learning Japanese via anime is impossible, or at the very least ill-advised. I won’t bore you with the arguments for and against (Google “learn Japanese anime” for a taster), but perhaps even the most ardent naysayer could agree that exposure to natural conversational flow can’t be a bad thing for your Nihongo level. And if it’s anime you crave, streaming sites such as Netflix offer an ever-expanding smorgasbord of morsels to suit every appetite and palette.
For those short on time, picking a series and snacking on an episode regularly may be your best bet, but where to start? After all, at time of publication Netflix was offering upward 300 anime series on its Japan service.
Here are a few possibilities for starters, selected based on factors such as style, skill level and subtitle availability. Tokyo Ghoul SUI ISHIDAN/SHUEISHA, TOKYO GHOUL PRODUCTION COMMITTEE 『東京喰種 (トーキョーグール )』 ( Tōkyō Gūru, Tokyo Ghoul) is a bit of a gore fest but has plenty of potential for learning. The show follows young Kaneki Ken, a once normal 高校生 ( kōkōsei, high school student) turned “ghoul” and his battle for survival in the underbelly of Tokyo. Each ghoul has a 赫子(かぐね, kagune), a bodily weapon used to fight other ghouls. The language is very normal and easy to follow, and like many action-packed anime, there are plenty of monologues to follow describing a battle or strategy.
The teen-angst quotient is high in this one too, with Kaneki vehemently rejecting his new lifestyle: “ぼくはそんなじゃない、僕は人間なんだ!” ( Boku wa sonna janai, boku wa ningen nanda!, “I’m not like that, I’m a human!”). With options of Japanese and English for both dialogue and subtitles, this is a great series for those looking for somewhere easy to start and eventually level-up from. With an opening scene involving a fight between a naked cannibal woman and a man doing a good impression of Freddy the Elm Street serial killer, there is a whole bunch of twisted stuff here for lovers of horror. The Tatami Galaxy ILLUSTRATION BY YUSUKE NAKAMURA ©THE TATAMI GALAXY COMMITTEE 『四畳半神話大系』 ( Yojōhan Shinwa Taikei, The Tatami Galaxy) is a visually stunning, musically creative anime for a more advanced crowd. The narrative style is very fast-paced, so for those trying to master the soliloquy in Japanese, this is a great series for you.
There are only Japanese subtitles, so this anime is full-on immersion only. The plot is very philosophical, dealing with second chances and the call to action. Each episode starts with this theme, as 先輩 ( senpai, upperclassman) chooses a new school club to test his luck: “そして私が選びとったのは・・・,” ( Soshite, watashi ga erabi totta no wa, “And so I chose ”). With the help of 下鴨神社の神, ( Shimogamo Jinja no Kami, Shimogamo Shrine God), senpai is able to repeat the same actions until he finds the perfect club — and girlfriend. Sword Art Online ©REKI KAWAHARA/ASCII MEDIA WORKS/SAO PROJECT 『ソードアート・オンライン』 ( Sōdo-āto Onrain, Sword Art Online) is a very popular series in Japan right now, and has just spawned a full-length movie. Set within a virtual reality video game from which no one can escape, there is plenty of drama, romance, action and tragedy.
Also, if you die in the video game, you die in real life, so the stakes couldn’t be higher. Players wear helmets that take them into the world of SAO when they utter the words “リンクスタート!” ( Rinku sutāto!, “Link start!”) The series’ protagonist, Kirito Kirigaya, was a beta tester of the game. On the day of its official release, he logs in and exclaims a confident “もどってきたこの世界!” ( Modottekita kono sekai!, “I’m back in this world!”), completely unaware of the impending dangers.
With Japanese or English subtitles, this is an easy series to follow, and very entertaining to boot. Honey and Clover ©2005CHICA UMINO/SHUEISHA/HONEY AND CLOVER COMMITTEE. 『ハチミツとクローバー』 ( Hachimitsu to Kurōbā, Honey and Clover) is a real love triangle! This anime has a very distinct cutesy style, with a soundtrack to match.
The story follows a group of art college friends and their pains and triumphs in 愛 ( ai, love). The dialogue is a little corny, but everyone needs to be a bit cheesy sometimes, right? There are subtitles available in Japanese, so this is recommended for experienced heartbreakers. The opening scene reflects on the main character’s past, and he asks himself, “あの時僕が試したかったのはいったい何だったんだろう” ( Ano toki boku ga tameshitakatta no wa ittai nan-dattan-darō, meaning “What on Earth did I want to try back then?”). The story that follows is a reflection of this phrase, as he embarks on a journey through past love and self-identity. 『日常』 ( Nichijō, Everyday) is a laugh-a-minute antidote to the tears of “Honey and Clover.” There are no subtitles available for this series, but the slapstick comedy style doesn’t really warrant them if you have some basic Japanese knowledge. The series follows three high school girls as the distinctly out-of-the-ordinary intrudes on their everyday lives, hence the title.
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The language used can be a little harsh for polite young ladies, but those with friends who like to goof around will learn all sorts of useful cultural gags. For example, there’s the girls’ surreal variation on ジャンケンポン ( jan ken pon, rock paper scissors) in which two characters come up with strange alternatives to the three usual options, which always ends with a laugh. There is also a 90-second-long battle to catch a sausage before it hits the ground. Although unsuccessful, Yuko, one of the girls, states that because of the 三秒 ルール ( sanbyō rūru, the three-second rule,) the sausage is safe.
Mio, her friend, replies, “なんかもういっぱいいっぱいアウトだよ.” (“ Nanka mō, ippai ippai dayo!, “It was definitely out!”) For those who want a break from boring, grammar-heavy lessons, this show is a hysterically fun way to learn friendly Japanese. Regardless of taste, Netflix Japan’s anime section has got you covered. From horror to action to philosophy, there is something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student of the language, learning Japanese can be fun and easy with some wonderful stories and characters to guide the way. Neflix Japan’s anime series: the full list Although this list should be correct at time of publication, it is likely to change considerably as Netflix adds and deletes shows and features over time.