I’m learning Japanese mainly for conversation ahead of a trip in March. Speaking and listening are my priorities; reading is secondary, and writing is not a focus until after the trip. I’ve studied Japanese for about one year through immersion (TV shows, anime, native content). I can usually follow the overall plot and context, though I don’t understand every sentence. My biggest gap is speaking—I’ve had very little active practice and want to build fluency and confidence. I learn 10–15 new words daily from shows using flashcards and estimate I recognize around 6,000 words. I prefer practical, conversation-focused lessons with corrections aimed at natural speech rather than heavy theory. For context, I’ve studied Mandarin Chinese to a high level (HSK 5) and am comfortable using it socially. I value immersion-based learning and teachers who encourage active speaking and real-time use of the language.