The character of Japanese I think one characters of Japanese are humble and reserved. Japanese tend to be reserved and humble. They tend to speak shortly and indirectly. Speaking loudly is considered rude and threatening. When Japanese is listening, they nod and say "yes" to indicate they are listening what other person is saying. Japanese avoid mentioning their honest feeling. They don't say "no" much. When Japanese is asked some questions, they answer like "Yes, but...". Japanese sometimes be expected to understand each other's thoughts without verbalizing them. They have these characters through their history. Japan is not large and group labor was once necessary for farm work. Japanese belong to a single race, culture and religion. So they need to keep harmony in their communities and society.

Are you interested in learning Japanese? I'd like to talk in English. It's good deal for us. My English is not good. But I can teach Japanese for Beginner. Now I teach Japanese in high school. Let's talk together.

I'm looking for a partner who talks in English.

If you are trying to learn Japanese, it is best for us.

I'm teaching basic Japanese in Finland.

I'd like to talk more in English.

How do you use this site? Hello, This is the first time I use this site. I'm not sure how I can use this site yet. In this time, I write about my English. I'd like to improve my English. I think I should speak more in English. The best way to learn foreign language is talking with friends. I'm worried about talking with friends in English. Because my English is not good. I sometimes can't find word what I want to say. So the conversation become short. That's my problem. I want someone who I'm not afraid to talk with. And if you know good way to use this site, please let me know. I can teach Japanese if you want.

First notebook entry: Introducing myself I'm Japanese. I live in Finland. I'm teaching Japanese language in high school in Finland. I'd like to improve my English skill.