Making the Most of Limited Time for Japanese Study
Balancing a busy schedule with language learning isn’t easy. Discover how I make the most of my weekly Japanese tutoring sessions and simple, realistic revision techniques to stay on track.
Welcome to Study Sunday, where I share realistic strategies for learning Japanese, even with a busy schedule. Between work, projects, and everything else, finding time for self-study isn’t always easy. That’s why I rely on structured tutoring sessions and focused revision to make progress.
My Weekly Study Routine
- Online Tutoring Sessions (3 Hours per Week)
- I spend one hour each with three different tutors every week. These sessions are the core of my learning.
- What We Cover: Vocabulary, grammar, speaking practice, and real-life scenarios.
- Why It Works: The personalised feedback and structured lessons keep me accountable and help me improve steadily.
- Revision When I Can
- I don’t always have extra time, but when I do, I focus on reviewing what we covered in the sessions.
- How I Review:
- Skimming through notes from the lessons.
- Revisiting example sentences or grammar points discussed during the week.
- Side Projects as Study Material
- Instead of traditional studying, I incorporate Japanese into my daily projects and notes.
- Examples: Writing simple sentences in Japanese or translating small sections of text to reinforce what I’ve learned.
Tips for Staying Consistent
- Maximise Your Lessons
- Come prepared with questions or topics you want to focus on during your tutoring sessions.
- Keep Revision Simple
- Spend 5–10 minutes reviewing key points from your lessons instead of trying to cover everything.
- Integrate Japanese Into Your Routine
- Use the language naturally in your side projects, journals, or casual notes—it’s a fun and practical way to reinforce learning.
- Don’t Stress About Perfection
- Progress is progress, even if it’s just one word or concept at a time.
My Experience
I’ve found that focusing on quality over quantity works best for me. Even if I don’t get to revise much outside my lessons, those three hours of focused tutoring each week keep me moving forward. Using my own projects as study material also makes the process more engaging and personal.
What’s Next?
Next Sunday, I’ll share how I prepare for my tutoring sessions to get the most out of them. Stay tuned for practical tips and insights!
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