Two popular Japanese grammar books among beginner adult learners are Minna no Nihongo (popular within Japan) and Genki (popular outside Japan and among English

Two popular Japanese grammar books among beginner adult learners are Minna no Nihongo (popular within Japan) and Genki (popular outside Japan and among English speakers) series. Pimsleur Japanese audio series is a good start if your interest is listening and speaking Japanese. The writing and reading system is made up of Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. Why do you want to learn Japanese? Answer to this question will be the primary driver on deciding an appropriate learning strategy. Review the starter guide in wiki and beginner sticky threads at https://www.reddit.com/r/learnjapanese https://www.reddit.com/r/learnjapanese You can find inexpensive Online tutors on iTalk.