Q&A for students, teachers, and linguists wanting to discuss the finer points of the Japanese language

Jun 25, 2025 · Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica) is an aggressive perennial that reproduces both by rhizomes (underground stems) and by seed. It is often found in shaded to partially …

Aug 13, 2019 · That's the case in Japanese: the articles "the" and "a" do not exist. In order for you to think about a sentence in those terms, you would have to deduce the article from context. I …

Aug 16, 2016 · I am interested in Japanese culture and the symbolism used in Japan, specifically I'd like to know what the triangle, circle, ╳ cross and square mean to a Japanese person. How …

Feb 12, 2024 · So I stumbled over the Japanese word メロメロ (mero mero) wich is often translated as being in love. I was wondering if it is related to the english xoxo (hugs and …

Jul 21, 2024 · Japanese beetles #878100 Asked July 21, 2024, 11:04 AM EDT How can we get rid of Japanese Beatles Washington County Minnesota Expert Response

Jun 23, 2025 · There may also be accumulated stress like last year's drought predisposing the plant to an opportunistic infection like Botryosphaeria canker. That or similar diseases, plus …

When asking for something I seem to hear sentences end in both ください (kudasai) and お願いします (onegaishimasu). Is there a difference and how do I know when to use which?

5 days ago · Hello I have attached a Japanese Beetle info sheet from CSU. Here is a summary regarding the beetle and treatment options. Note the article goes into more detail: Quick Facts …

May 15, 2024 · I have a Japanese Maple on the west side of my home beside knockout roses. The roses appear to have Rose Rosette Disease (RRD). They look like internet pictures of …