First notebook entry: Introducing myself I'm learning Japanese because I want to visit Japan one day and to learn Japanese culture. I'm very interested in manga and I want to learn how to read and speak Japanese. I have been learning Japanese in my school since August 27, 2012. I have a hard time learning and understanding Japanese. My teacher has been teaching the basics of Japanese but I don't really know any Japanese besides saying "Hi, how are you?" "My name is Johneen" and some similar phrases. I really want to learn Japanese. My native language is Tagalog. I understand Tagalog very well but have a hard time speaking Tagalog due to living in Las Vegas since I was 6 years old. I enjoy being with my friends, reading manga, watching anime and meeting new people. I'm very social when you get to know me but I'm a bit weird and random at some point. I'm very childish and stubborn so I can't help it if I say anything offensive or random. I don't really know much about Japanese culture. Anyways, thanks for reading! :D