I want to learn Japanese to understand anime dialogue, where should I start?
Every time I watch anime, I have to rely on subtitles, and I really want to be able to understand Japanese dialogue directly. I want to start learning Japanese but don't know where to begin.
Goals:
- Short-term: Understand simple daily conversations
- Mid-term: Roughly understand the plot without subtitles
- Long-term: Be able to read original Japanese light novels
Is it better to self-study or enroll in a class? Are there any recommended textbooks or apps? I've heard there are many pitfalls to learning Japanese through anime (too many unnatural expressions); is that really true?
Goals:
- Short-term: Understand simple daily conversations
- Mid-term: Roughly understand the plot without subtitles
- Long-term: Be able to read original Japanese light novels
Is it better to self-study or enroll in a class? Are there any recommended textbooks or apps? I've heard there are many pitfalls to learning Japanese through anime (too many unnatural expressions); is that really true?
