Online Materials for studying IRODORI
● IRODORI Online Course Website
The Online Course is based on the curriculum of the IRODORI coursebook and can be used anytime, anywhere on our gadgets—as long as we have internet! It includes Introduction, Study, and Practice Contents.
The Introduction contents are activities in preparation for the main lessons. This includes but is not limited to hiragana, katakana, and kanji learning. The Study contents are the Can-do based IRODORI activities and follow the structure of the IRODORI lessons in the coursebook. The Practice contents, from the name itself, are extra activities that learners may use to review or to further test their knowledge of kana, kanji, vocabular, grammar, and expressions.
Link: IRODORI Online Course
● IRODORI Practice App
The IRODORI Online Course also has a smartphone application version that can be used offline. However, it mainly focuses on the Practice contents of the online course.
The Practice contents include activities such as
1) Flashcards,
2) Listening to the word and choosing the correct meaning or matching illustration,
3) Writing kanji by hand with the correct stroke order, and
4) Listening to the word and typing it in kana or kanji.
Japanese learning materials that can be used with IRODORI
● みなと
e-Minato is a platform for free online learning materials that allow learners to learn Nihongo while immersing in the Japanese culture. It includes contents that range from Haiku and Calligraphy courses to easy to understand Japanese anime and manga.
Link: e-Minato
● ひきだす日本語 Activate Your Japanese!
ひきだす日本語 Activate Your Japanese! is a resource that introduces Japanese language and culture to foreign residents preparing to live and work in Japan, as well as to learners interested in everyday life in the country. It focuses on practical communication strategies that can be used in real-life situations. The program is designed to support both classroom use and independent learning.
Link: TOP | ひきだすにほんご Activate Your Japanese! コンテンツライブラリー | 国際交流基金
● Marugoto Japanese Online Course
The Marugoto Japanese Online Course is a free e-learning program based on the Marugoto coursebooks developed by the Japan Foundation. It focuses on both language skills and cultural understanding, following the JF Standard for Japanese-Language Education. Marugoto’s content is loosely related to Irodori’s content, making it a helpful supplementary resource for learners using both materials. Learners can study at their own pace through interactive activities such as listening, speaking, and quizzes, and it is suitable for beginners to lower-intermediate learners who want flexible online study.
Link: MARUGOTO JAPANESE ONLINE COURSE
● つなひろ
つなひろ is a resource designed to support communication between Japanese people and foreign residents living in Japan. It provides practical language and expressions that can be used in everyday situations, especially in community and workplace settings. It is useful for both Japanese speakers and learners who want to build connections in society.
Link: つながるひろがる にほんごでのくらし（つなひろ）｜日本語学習｜文部科学省
● HIRAGANA Memory Hint, KATAKANA Memory Hint & KANJI Memory Hint
Hiragana Memory Hint, Katakana Memory Hint, and Kanji Memory Hint resources are designed to help learners memorize Japanese characters through visual aids and mnemonic techniques. Each character is linked to simple images or stories, making it easier to remember their shapes, sounds, and meanings. These materials are especially helpful for beginners who are just starting to learn the Japanese writing system. They support self-paced learning and make studying more engaging and accessible.
