âThis course has helped me have engaging, exciting conversations with Japanese people that I didn't think were possible! I wouldn't have been able to do it without the âDating & Relationshipsâ course!â
â Michael E.
âThis was incredible! I've learned more from âMini-course 1â about Japanese language and culture than I learned taking Japanese classes for 6 months!â
â James K.
âThe structure and design of this course is simply amazing. It makes it so easy to internalize the Japanese and the cultural insights that go with it. TOTALLY worth it!â
â Alex R.
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 An incredibly affordable bundle giving you lifetime access to 6 jam-packed mini-courses about real, informal Japanese conversation to help you have successful conversations with real Japanese peopleânot just your sensei.
Designed and created by linguist and polyglot Bryan Becker. Rigorously tested by a team of Japanese linguists, translators, and certified Japanese teachers.
Mini-course #1
 Learn Japanese: Dating & Relationships
Here's What You Will Learn
(desktop and mobile):
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Sections 1-2:Â Â First ListenâBuild Intuitive Familiarity
â đ§ First, exposure to the Japanese in a natural, conversational context
â đ§ Internalize the emotion and speech cadence of the two characters
â đ§ Listen at normal speed first
â đ§ Listen again, slightly slowed down, to build familiarity
Sections 3-4:Â Â How Do You Talk About Someone You Like?
â đ§Â Understand the construction 弽ăăŞäşş (suki-na hito)
â đ§Â How to express emotion with the ă morpheme
â đ§Â Learn the broader structure for "invite on a date"
â đ§Â Practice, practice, practice through reproduction of the Japanese
Sections 5-6:Â The most essential concept for dating & romance in Japan
â đ§Â The structure and use of kokuhaku (ĺç˝) with grammatical variation
â đ§Â What is the core cultural meaning of kokuhaku in Japan?
â đ§ Part-of-speech variation of kokuhaku
â đ§Â Practice as you go, internalizing the grammar, pronunciation, and usage
Section 7:Â Making Sure You Retain What You've Learned
â đ§ Spaced-repetition prompting to trigger your memory
â đ§Â Reinforcement of what you just learned via eliciting reproduction of the Japanese
â đ§Â Tests your retention in order to strengthen internalization
â đ§ Perfectly timed at key points, when you're JUST about to forget
Sections 8-10:Â Â Kokuhaku and Expressing Yourself
â đ§ How to use 弽ăăŞäşş (suki-na hito) with appropriate verbs
â đ§ How to talk about the expression of one's feelings in romantic and non-romantic context (ć°ćăĄăäźăă / kimochi o tsutaeru)
â đ§ Differentiating 弽ăă§ă (suki desu) from "I like"
â đ§ Continued active practice through the spaced-repetition structure!
Sections 11-13:Â Kokuhaku and the step-by-step dating process in Japan
â đ§ How to properly use ăăźă(dÄto) with verbs and particles
â đ§ Cultural nuances to usage of ăăźă and what mistakes to avoid
â đ§ The low-key alternative of ăĺşăă (odekake)
â đ§ Bit-by-bit practice of longer and longer phrases, as your internalization of the Japanese builds upon itself
Sections 14-17:Â Kokuhaku - wording, structure, and importance
â đ§Â Continued reinforcement of earlier parts of the lesson through recall
â đ§Â How to properly use of äťăĺă (tsukiau) and why people get it confused
â đ§Â The cultural nuance of äťăĺă that is often mistranslated
â đ§Â Proper particle and object usage with äťăĺă
Sections 18-21:Â Â Burn it into your brain
â đ§ Review the phrases and sentences you've learned in Mini-course 1
â đ§ Test your retention in order to cement the Japanese into your brain
â đ§Â Put all all components of the mini-course together, solidifying your command of the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural insights
â đ§ Continued recall and practice to turn what you learned into actionable, natural Japanese you can use anywhere, anytime
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Learn Japanese: Dating & Relationships, Mini-course 1
âď¸Â Engaging, Real Conversation: Follow a dynamic exchange between Andrew and Yui, exploring kokuhaku (ĺç˝) and more.
âď¸Â Cultural Insights: Get behind-the-scenes commentary on Japanese dating norms and subtle phrases you wonât find in typical textbooks.
âď¸Â Progressive Learning: Start with normal speed, then move to slightly slowed audio so you catch every nuance.
âď¸Â Interactive Format: Each section has built-in recaps so you naturally review key phrases and build confidence fast!
âď¸Â 1 Hour-plus of Content: Ideal for practicing on a commute, during a walk, or anytime you want to immerse in Japanese dating, romance, or relationship talk.
Drill Version: Focused Repetition & Practice
âď¸ Rapid-Fire Repetition: Perfect if you want a no-frills workout of the Japanese linesârepeating crucial words and phrases without extra discussion.
âď¸ Retention Boost: Accelerated recall sessions help lock in each expression, ensuring you truly absorb the vocabulary.
âď¸Â No Interruptions: Dive straight into the linesâno cultural tangents or side chatter. Just you, the phrases, and spaced repetition.
âď¸ Flexible Pacing: Pause, rewind, or replay key segments whenever you need extra practice.
âď¸ Maximize your internalization of the course material by making every word and every phrase like "muscle memory" (speech-producing muscles) that you can use instantly with native speakers.
ListenâOnly Version: Passive Immersion
âď¸Â HandsâFree Learning: Great for busy timesâlisten while commuting, cooking, or relaxing, without needing to speak out loud.
âď¸Â Full Conversation Flow: Hear the entire conversation plus essential explanations, but without designated repetition prompts.
âď¸Â Effortless Exposure: Soak in the casual Japanese rhythms and phrases, letting the natural pace guide your listening comprehension.
âď¸Â Complementary Approach: Ideal as a final review after completing the main lesson and/or drill version, reinforcing your confidence.
Useful Vocabulary
The full course includes ~220 unique content words.  And, most importantly, words are explained in ways you've never learned before, but that are fundamental to speaking and interacting like a native. Â
Actionable Japanese
Nuanced explanations of words you thought you knew and important words you'll never find in textbooks.
Nouns ~130 uniqueÂ
Datingârelated nouns, from simple to complex.
Verbs ~50-60 uniqueÂ
Do you know the particle rules for ăăšăă?  Three different particles are possible depending on context. Â
Details You Missed in Class
Learn essential details that Japanese teachers and textbooks never explain.
Function Words ~150 unique (particles, auxiliaries, copulas, conjunctions, etc.): ăŻ, ă, ă, ăŤ, ă§, ă, ăŁăŚ, ă¨, ăă, ă , ă§ă, ăŞă, ăŞă, ăăŁăă, ăă , ăŞăŠ, etc. These words are some of the hardest words to grasp, and we provide unique explanations to help you use them more like a native.
Interjections / Fillers / Onomatopoeic ~5â10 unique:
ăăźă, ăžăă§, ă, ăă, ăžă, ăăźâŚ
These "words" are crucial to expressing yourself naturally in Japanese, but often ignored by teachers, textbooks, and other formal sources.
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Linguistic breakdown
This chart represents an approximate content breakdown of the full course. We scrutinized and labored over the vocabulary and structures that were chosen for every single sentence of every lesson. Every line was methodically reviewed by a team of linguists, professional translators, and native speakers of Japanese and English. We also tested our material with normal, everyday Japanese peopleâto make sure it is real, natural Japanese.
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Dating & Relationships - Mini-Courses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 (Full Course)
Almost 30% off if you pre-order now!
$12.99 (USD) if you pre-order now
Your $2.49 purchase of Mini-course 1 will be credited towards the full course (your purchase automatically triggers a coupon code sent via email).
Mini-course 2 is being gradually rolled out at the moment. Mini-courses 3-6 are expected in the third and fourth quarters of this year.
Mini-Course 1 - Introduces the concept of ăăăŻă / ĺç˝ (Romantic confession).
Mini-Course 2 - Explains how the ăăăŻă affects Japanese notions of a "couple" and "official couple" and "serious relationship."
Mini-Course 3 - Introduces the cultural concept of ăăŁăŠă (charai), an essential idea in Japanese dating and relationship culture and how it is a label for non-serious or playboy-like behavior.
Mini-Course 4 - Deepens understanding of the intimacy boundaries created by ăăăŻă culture and articulates the American/Western vantage point of dating in Japanese.
Mini-Course 5Â - Further articulates in Japanese language the American/Western take on dating and how couples are formed.Â
Mini-Course 6Â - Discusses more globally how Japanese and Western dating culture contrast, in terms of norms and standards.
 This is a digital audio course (digital delivery via streaming through the Kajabi platform; no physical product). All GoGen courses are digital delivery only. Â
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Who This Course Is For
- ✔ Youâve been studying Japanese but want real, informal conversation skillsâespecially around exciting, engaging conversation topics, such as romance, relationships, and dating.
- ✔ You love learning through audio lessonsâand want a fun âmini-courseâ that focuses on casual speech.
- ✔ Youâre excited by the cultural nuancesâlike âĺç˝ (kokuhaku)ââand want more than just textbook phrases.
- ✔ You appreciate a structured approach that starts with normal speed, slows it down, and then helps you recall phrases effectively.
- ✔ Youâd like to feel comfortable chatting casually with Japanese people, Japanese friends, or potentially more than friends!
Who This Course Is NOT For
- ❌ Youâre looking for strictly formal or business Japanese onlyâthis course focuses on casual dating and relationship conversation.
- ❌ You want overnight fluency without putting in any listening or speaking effort. We do provide guided audio, but you still need to practice!
- ❌ You dislike cultural explanations or find romance topics boringâour mini-course features plenty of playful cultural tidbits.
- ❌ You only want script memorization with no context. We believe in real conversation that includes nuance and spontaneity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What exactly is the âDating and Relationships in Japaneseâ course?
Itâs a specialized audio course that teaches real-life Japanese phrases and cultural insights surrounding dating, romance, and relationships. Youâll learn:
- Informal expressions
- How to navigate kokuhaku (ĺç˝), ăăŁăŠă (charai), and other cultural keywords
- Practical vocabulary you wonât find in typical textbooks
Think of it as a conversational deep dive, similar to Pimsleur or Paul Nobleâbut focused on modern, everyday dating and relationship talk in Japanese.
2. Whatâs included in the mini-course versus the full six-mini-course bundle?
Mini-Course ($2.49): You get an hour-plus of audio lessons covering kokuhaku, essential vocabulary, cultural context, and drills for repetition. If purchased via our website, it includes two additional components:
- A drilling version of the main lesson (drill without interruption)
- A listening version if you just want to listen and learn
Full Bundle (Mini-courses 1â6, $12.99): This includes the entire deep-dive into Japanese dating norms, phrases, and Western/Japanese cultural contrasts, spread across six mini-courses. Perfect if you want the full progression from kokuhaku basics to deeper romantic expressions and advanced nuances.
3. Who is this course best suited for (language level & interests)?
We recommend it for upper-beginner to advanced learners (roughly N4âN1 level). That said, if youâre a strong upper beginner but not yet N4, youâll be challenged but can still follow along (with extra effort).
This course is ideal for anyone who wants to sound natural in Japanese when talking about love, relationships, or just have fun, engaging conversations beyond textbook formality.
4. How does the audio format work? Do I need any special device?
All lessons are hosted on the Kajabi platform. You can:
- Stream them online from your browser
- Use Kajabiâs mobile app for a better mobile experience
No special device is neededâjust a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet access. We currently do not provide direct downloads (to maintain product integrity), but you can listen on the go by streaming.
5. Is there a free preview or sample to try before buying?
Yes! On our homepage, you can listen to a 20-minute free sample of Mini-Course 1. This preview gives you a real taste of the dialogue style, cultural breakdown, and pace. Weâre confident that once you hear the dynamic lessons, youâll want to dive deeper.
6. Why not just use AI?
While AI can help with basic translations, it often misses real-world nuanceâespecially for casual dating slang or culturally sensitive expressions. AI might produce literal or inaccurate phrases that donât match authentic usage. Our mini-courses are human-tested, so you gain natural-sounding language and true cultural context rather than guesswork.
7. What if Iâm not happy with the course? Is there a refund policy?
Currently, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee to ensure youâre satisfied. We do ask that you give at least a reasonable portion of the audio a try. If you decide itâs not for you, just reach out to us at [email protected] , and weâll process your refund per our policy.
8. How is this course different from other Japanese learning programs like Pimsleur or Paul Noble?
While we use a similar spaced-repetition audio approach, our lessons are focused on informal, real Japanese for casual conversation about dating and relationshipsârather than generic polite phrases or travel essentials. We also dig deeper into Japanese cultural norms around dating and relationships, helping you understand the âwhyâ behind each phrase.
Additionally, we offer âdrillingâ and âlisteningâ versions of our mini-courses, so you can choose whether to do the full lesson, a drilling-only lesson, or a listening-only lesson. Itâs like getting 3 products in 1!
9. Do I need to read or write Japanese for this course?
No, reading or writing skills arenât strictly required. Each lesson is audio-based, with the assumption you understand at least some spoken Japanese (upper beginner level at a minimum). We do provide verbal explanations of vocabulary and grammar points. The course is primarily designed to train your listening and speaking.
10. Can I share my lessons with a friend or partner?
Each purchase grants a single-user license. We encourage friends or couples to purchase their own copyâpartly because progress tracking is personal, and it supports our ability to create more specialized content. If you want to gift the course to someone, just contact us for a gift purchase option.
11. Is this suitable for both men and women?
Yes! We address language and cultural nuances that apply to anyone navigating Japanese dating, romance, and relationshipsâmale or female. The dialogues are balanced between a male speaker and a female speaker, so youâll hear both perspectives and get a well-rounded take on gender-based context.
12. Whatâs the best way to contact you if I have questions or technical issues?
Weâre here to help! You can email us at [email protected] for support regarding account access, lesson streaming, or any general inquiries. We typically respond within 1â2 business days.
13. I bought Lesson 1. How do I upgrade to the full course?
If you purchased Mini-Course 1 individually, you can upgrade to the full 6-mini-course bundle at a discounted rate (weâll credit your $2.49 toward the total). Just use your unique coupon code sent via email after your purchase of Mini-Course 1.
Is there a guarantee?
You bet there is! If you are not satisfied with "Dating & Relationships - Mini-course 1" after trying it out, then contact us within 7 days for a full refund!
