How to Use Anki to Learn Japanese | Japanese Anki Deck & Setup for Core Japanese Vocabulary

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  • Опубліковано 5 лип 2024
  • How to use Anki to learn Japanese vocabulary! This Japanese Anki tutorial will show you how to set up Anki, what deck I recommend, and how to use Anki. If you want to learn Japanese, you need a system to learn lots of Japanese vocabulary. Anki is a spaced repetition system that will help you memorize tons of Japanese words so that, eventually, you can read Japanese books! The only prerequisite is that you can read hiragana and katakana, but don't worry if you're a bit slow -- This deck will be great for improving your reading speed!
    Also sorry about the weird left audio, I just thought my earbuds were broken 😭 I don't think I can fix it after uploading but I'll make sure future videos have this fixed!
    JLPT Tango N5 MIA Omega Deck - ankiweb.net/shared/info/16794...
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    = Resources I've Used =
    WaniKani -- www.wanikani.com/
    Genki I & II -- amzn.to/3gzdHEx
    Memrise -- www.memrise.com/
    Anki -- apps.ankiweb.net
    LingQ -- www.lingq.com/?referral=Alivi...
    Satori Reader -- satorireader.com/
    iTalki -- go.italki.com/aliviasjapanesenook (get $10 credit w/ this link)
    = Socials =
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    = Timestamps =
    0:00 - Intro
    0:53 - Installing Anki
    1:19 - Quick Tour
    2:15 - Importing the Deck
    5:49 - The Anki Browser
    11:05 - Anki Settings
    13:15 - Learning New Cards
    16:06 - Reviewing Cards
    19:01 - How Many Cards a Day?
    21:14 - Outro
    = About Me =
    Hi, I'm Alivia! I started learning Japanese in the summer of 2020. I'm using this channel to share my study approach, my progress, and as an outlet for all my Japanese "study research". Language learning can be a messy progress, so I hope to share what I've learned from all the bumps along the road. I also speak French, a little bit of Spanish, and my current goal is to pass the JLPT N3. Join me!
    * Some of the links above are affiliates, which means I might get a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Thanks for supporting the channel!

КОМЕНТАРІ • 288

  • @jujuhermit
    @jujuhermit 3 роки тому +213

    I downloaded Anki years ago but I've always felt so overwhelmed by it... your video is making me feel like I can sort of wrap my head around it for the first time, than you!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +27

      Glad it helped! I feel like Anki has a big barrier to entry. The concept is fairly straightforward but the app design and user guide are so confusing!

    • @davisappletv9931
      @davisappletv9931 2 роки тому +4

      Same here! I’ve had it installed on my computer and iPhones for years, but could just never really figure out how are you’re supposed to use it. I finally decided to turn to Google for help, and this video was the first thing that popped up. Interestingly enough, the deck that is imported in this video is the one that I had just read about on Reddit as being really good, and that was what inspired me to finally figure out how to use Anki.

  • @katanatamar4188
    @katanatamar4188 Рік тому +38

    It’s been two years since and I’m new (Hi!)
    The deck is now called “JLPT Tango N5 MIA”

    • @ok-mv2mc
      @ok-mv2mc 5 місяців тому +2

      I think it's changed now, do you know what's it called now?

    • @jeffnewby9949
      @jeffnewby9949 3 місяці тому +1

      I can't find either. Can you confirm its current name?

    • @nn1nasif
      @nn1nasif 3 місяці тому

      ​@@jeffnewby9949as of april 1, 2024 it is still called what katanatamar4188 said

    • @Mangofruitbowl
      @Mangofruitbowl 2 місяці тому

      TY

    • @SubashRoy-fx3we
      @SubashRoy-fx3we Місяць тому

      Yes

  • @Luv-dq5th
    @Luv-dq5th Рік тому +9

    me left ear really enjoyed this video

  • @Erotesn
    @Erotesn 2 роки тому +6

    I find a lot of videos out there that tell you the resources they used to learn japanese but they never do detailed walkthroughs of the materials and I think thats where your videos are very informative, thank you!!!

  • @Condeycon
    @Condeycon 3 роки тому +53

    Thank you for this. I'm also using Matt vs. Japan's learning method for Japanese and while I acknowledge the guy knows his stuff, he kinda skips some steps in basic explanation sometimes. This video was a lifesaver, Anki is not a user friendly program lol.

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +7

      Glad it helped! Matt’s videos first introduced me to Anki as well and I also found I had to look elsewhere to get everything up and running, so hopefully this video solves that problem!

  • @ranialajara8269
    @ranialajara8269 2 роки тому

    thank you!! out of all the videos i've watched about learning japanese with anki, this one helped me the most. i'm really excited to learn!

  • @aisyahwan3084
    @aisyahwan3084 3 роки тому +15

    This has been the most useful and easy to follow Anki tutorial for me, so thank you!! I was really putting off using Anki but you've made it look so simple :)

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +2

      Glad it helped!! I didn’t start using it until I was months in and put it off for the exact same reason

  • @starlight-yd6ie
    @starlight-yd6ie 3 роки тому +27

    I already know how to use Anki, but I watched just to support your channel! Good luck!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +3

      Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! 💕💕

  • @taylorcooper
    @taylorcooper Рік тому +7

    the deck linked in this video was removed, but if you search "JLPT Tango N5 Deck - Migaku Note Types" you should find an identical one

    • @nifocide
      @nifocide 11 місяців тому +1

      thank you!!

    • @Dagpar
      @Dagpar 3 місяці тому +1

      You are a capeless superhero

  • @user-vf2sq6pt7p
    @user-vf2sq6pt7p 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, she is really good at explaining everything, actually great how she explains everything because something the simple things need to be explained to some people.

  • @ddeathshade
    @ddeathshade 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome Tutorial!
    It explains everything clearly and concisely without using vocabulary that is too complex or too simplified.
    I was able to keep up really easily with everything you were saying, and never felt lost, even with the fast pace of your explanations.
    You also demystified a lot of the key functions concerning Anki and its setup, particularly in the settings section. I was having real trouble trying to wrap my head around it and the Browser section before watching your video, so thanks a lot! :)
    All in all, you've made a great beginner friendly video, and you've more than earned a like and a sub. Stay great and keep learning! :D
    Bye!

  • @tanvijoshi
    @tanvijoshi 3 роки тому +1

    you vids could not have come at a more perfect time!!! love all of them and your advice is so helpful. thank you!!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much!! Also love the profile pic 💕 Such a great movie!

  • @BlueprintBro
    @BlueprintBro 3 роки тому +1

    Love the clean style of your videos and clear explanations. Great channel!!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      I appreciate that! Thanks!💕

  • @feral_shade
    @feral_shade 2 роки тому

    thanks so much for creating this video!! I really would've been incredibly lost otherwise! Now I can get started without being overwhelmed by the technical stuff!

  • @MichaelYuda
    @MichaelYuda 3 роки тому +2

    This is the best Anki video I have ever seen. It was extremely helpful and I learned a lot. Thanks very much!

  • @aishavidya8709
    @aishavidya8709 2 роки тому +2

    I'm setting up my anki while watching your video. Thanks for the explanation, really helpful and very easy to follow :)

  • @Stewart-px8ow
    @Stewart-px8ow 3 роки тому

    Great explanation for it. I been using Anki for 2 years now and thank you for covering aspects of Anki I never knew before.

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you could learn something new!

  • @kemushim430
    @kemushim430 3 роки тому +1

    Just found out about this channel and it's so resourceful! I'm just starting to use Anki and I was so confused, so this was a great help. I hope you could cover how to create your own decks and cards on Anki sometime. Thanks so much for creating these videos!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you’re finding it useful! I’ll definitely be making more videos like that soon 😁 I just moved to a new place so still getting settled and trying to figure out where to film :)

  • @gwenmacdonald6088
    @gwenmacdonald6088 3 роки тому +1

    I really appreciate this video. I was overwhelmed by the number of settings in Anki and the number of decks to choose from. Thanks!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you found it useful! When I started I was overwhelmed too and tried out a few decks, but this one checked all the boxes for me

  • @Nightowl1981
    @Nightowl1981 2 роки тому

    Really helpful - thank you! I just started using Anki and your video really helped me figure it out!
    I am trying out Anki now for attempting the JLPT N1 in December.

  • @PieDivide
    @PieDivide 2 роки тому

    well Anki was just the most confusing, unfriendly program I had ever seen, but after this video it seems much better than I originally anticipated. thank you so much!!

  • @leonardogoncalves7648
    @leonardogoncalves7648 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks a lot, this was very helpful!! You got a nice content, video and didactic! Hope this channel grows much more

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Glad you liked it! Thank you 🥰🥰

  • @sallyselman2420
    @sallyselman2420 2 місяці тому

    Hello, I just started and have watched a few of your videos and plan to watch more. Thank you so much for all your help because even though I was excited a few times I was like UGH already nah lolol. Then I came across your videos and so far you are number two on my list besides an instructor who teaches Japanese. Keep up the good work and I hope I see more form you soon")

  • @paul_w
    @paul_w 3 роки тому +62

    I just started using Anki with the minna no nihongo deck to learn the vocabulary more efficiently,but this video helped me better understand how to use it. Thanks!

  • @amandasteven1400
    @amandasteven1400 Рік тому

    I don't kno how she figured all this out but I'm grateful, gleeful and giddy that she did... and then shared :)

  • @marco.nascimento
    @marco.nascimento 3 роки тому +2

    Nice video!! I just started using Anki for learning Japanese, which I began studying in late January of this year. Glad I found your channel :)) 🇧🇷

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      What a great way to start the new year! I hope my videos help you navigate your studies 😊

  • @adityaajay6786
    @adityaajay6786 3 роки тому

    Your video really helped me wrap my head around the UI of Genki. I hope to see more videos like this in the future, thanks.

  • @sadikhossain511
    @sadikhossain511 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so much. The best video I have found on UA-cam❤

  • @omron4911
    @omron4911 3 роки тому +7

    I really like the way you talk, didn't bore me one bit. Good job and thank you for this.

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      I’m glad to hear that! 20 minutes of tutorial isn’t the most exciting material😅

  • @kennethmicocielo870
    @kennethmicocielo870 2 роки тому

    YOU'RE A LIFE SAVIOR FOR BEGINNERS! THANK YOU!

  • @evedotcom
    @evedotcom 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you so much! Your way of explaining is so succinct. I would've found this intimidating to set up on my own. I imagine this will be a really helpful resource for me, yay!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Yay so glad you found it useful! It can definitely be a bit intimidating

  • @imb4928
    @imb4928 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video. I have been struggling to memorize vocabulary and this really helps!!

  • @hakami1426
    @hakami1426 2 роки тому

    You're well-spoken. I enjoyed the video. Very quick-to-the-point, informative, and concise.

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  2 роки тому

      Thank you, I appreciate that! ❤️

  • @Omni0404
    @Omni0404 3 роки тому +38

    Hi! Under the reviews tab you had us change the easy interval to 191%, however now there is a new option called hard interval that must have been added after you made this video. The default hard value is 120%. What would you suggest we put this at?

  • @KhineJune-if2gs
    @KhineJune-if2gs 3 роки тому

    I didn't really know how to use Anki before.
    This video is really helpful for me.
    Thank you so much! ❤️

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      I’m glad it was useful to you!

  • @robertfaux5985
    @robertfaux5985 Рік тому

    This is an excellent introduction and breakdown, thanks so much! :)

  • @sipoficetea
    @sipoficetea 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for breaking this down!! Your channel is phenomenal💖New subscriber!!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +2

      You are so welcome! Thanks for the sub 💕

  • @williamframpton3863
    @williamframpton3863 Рік тому

    Thank you the video! This is really going to help me learn phrases.

  • @StoicBoyMario
    @StoicBoyMario 3 роки тому +1

    On point.Just what i was looking for :)
    Thank you!

  • @DigitalMonsters
    @DigitalMonsters 2 роки тому

    loving your videos ^^ going through them all

  • @immad3adkid
    @immad3adkid 3 роки тому

    Very precise explanation about Anki! Thank you!

  • @drewholmes9338
    @drewholmes9338 2 роки тому

    This was super helpful! Thank you so much!

  • @dunno_132
    @dunno_132 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much! Your video was really helpful for me. The way you explained how to do it since the beggining was perfect. Sorry for bad english. Thx

  • @ryansense7149
    @ryansense7149 Рік тому

    Super helpful video, thanks for sharing!

  • @17th_Colossus
    @17th_Colossus 4 місяці тому

    Very helpful, thanks.

  • @kevery.
    @kevery. 3 роки тому +2

    the explanation of the difference between 'good' and 'easy' was really helpful! I never understood what the difference would be in the algorithm!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Yeah they are very different in terms of the algorithm, but you'd hardly know by the way they are labeled! You can tweak the settings so that the difference isn't as prominent, but I found it was simpler to save the 'easy' button for words that I already knew very well

  • @SayajinKanak
    @SayajinKanak Рік тому

    Merci beaucoup pour ton tutoriel! Have a blessed day!

  • @jmanok
    @jmanok 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for this guide. I was intimidated by setting up anki (probably because I didn't read the website). Now I can start tackling reading kanji!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah the website is definitely overwhelming to read through 😅 Glad I could help!

  • @menace46
    @menace46 Рік тому

    Wow! Thank you so much. That was soooo clear 🙏

  • @flutterwind7686
    @flutterwind7686 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for breaking down Anki!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Np! I’ll be doing more vids in the future going in to more depth for those who are interested 😁

  • @curiousamadeus4557
    @curiousamadeus4557 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your recommendations! I'm casually learning Korean and wasn't sure how to best optimize learning new vocab with Anki!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +2

      Happy to help! I'm sure there are lots of similar pre-made Anki decks with basic Korean vocabulary for you to use 😊

  • @dustinblock4191
    @dustinblock4191 4 місяці тому

    Super helpful video. Thank you!

  • @TheLooking4sunset
    @TheLooking4sunset Рік тому

    A great and useful video, thank You!

  • @kt00na
    @kt00na 2 роки тому

    My left ear really liked this video.

  • @matthewhartman8442
    @matthewhartman8442 Рік тому

    Super helpful! Thanks!

  • @snmioe813
    @snmioe813 Рік тому

    8:00 the irony of having the hello tag on さよなら 🤣 thanks for this vid it’s rly helped me navigate anki!! was so confused before :)

  • @joshuaradloff1070
    @joshuaradloff1070 2 роки тому

    Thank you sooooo much for this Tutorial !!!!😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭❤❤❤❤ Im so excited to get started!!!!!

  • @internetperson8146
    @internetperson8146 2 роки тому

    Huge help. Thank you!!!

  • @facepalmrl
    @facepalmrl 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, helped out alot.

  • @ducuara16
    @ducuara16 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Alivia, great video, I was wondeirng if you could make a follow up video with your favourite decks or which decks to add after this one. keep up the good work!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +3

      After the Tango N5 deck I moved to the tango N4! Since then I have taken a break from Anki since I feel like my vocabulary base is big enough for my current goals and just doing straight immersion/looking up words as I go along :)

  • @hasiyajp
    @hasiyajp Рік тому

    Thanks alot.. for your clear explanation ❤️

  • @Dagpar
    @Dagpar 3 місяці тому

    You're the best, thanks

  • @linabiryukov9851
    @linabiryukov9851 10 місяців тому

    thank you so much for this video!

  • @markcdespain
    @markcdespain 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @bryyyyy
    @bryyyyy 2 роки тому

    This was amazingggg

  • @piercarlotalenti4044
    @piercarlotalenti4044 8 місяців тому +4

    Very helpful! But fyi, that shared deck no longer exists. Can you please recommend another for a beginner?

  • @carlosqval7385
    @carlosqval7385 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much!!! At first i watched Mat's video but it was overwhelming. You made it wayyyy simpler, thanks.

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Glad it helped! He has great info but it can take some extra searching

  • @lxnny2357
    @lxnny2357 2 роки тому

    Great video

  • @jordanburke1534
    @jordanburke1534 2 роки тому

    Best Anki video I've seen. Thanks! So you did this deck alongside going through Anki and Wani Kani?

  • @theshauneshow
    @theshauneshow 2 роки тому

    Hey Alivia, great video! Just got Anki setup and it's good to go. Great tutorial, you explained everything well and I look forward to trying it out. It looks like it will be really useful for memorizing Japanese. Great logo by the way. Did you use an app for the animation or did someone draw it?

  • @carolineramirez3618
    @carolineramirez3618 3 роки тому +2

    this was the only video i could understand thank you so much!

  • @wyattsponge1186
    @wyattsponge1186 3 роки тому

    ive had anki for a very short amount of time and this helped me understand the app enouph to not be scared of it ^_^ ありがとう!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Haha I was scared too when I first started using it !

  • @esthervolkening3568
    @esthervolkening3568 3 роки тому

    That was really helpful! Thanks a lot!

  • @neko-fin
    @neko-fin 2 роки тому

    Warm thanks to you for these instructions, and tips for use. Now this program makes some sense. ;-)

  • @jtrow5023
    @jtrow5023 3 роки тому

    Excellent video. Very Helpful. Thank you!

  • @theend6875
    @theend6875 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @Wukomi
    @Wukomi 3 роки тому +4

    After all these years, I've still never used Anki. Definitely going to dive deep into it as I start learning new languages this year. Cheers

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Glad I could teach you something new! What languages are you learning?

    • @Wukomi
      @Wukomi 3 роки тому

      @@AliviasNook My goal for this year is Korean! Love your teaching style by the way, very natural

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      What a great language! I’d love to hear how it goes. And thanks!

  • @MrKristian252
    @MrKristian252 3 роки тому +2

    My left ear enjoyed this video
    ... x)

  • @kairu_b
    @kairu_b 3 роки тому

    Thank you, Ma'am! Really helpful video 😊

  • @Amaury0971
    @Amaury0971 3 роки тому

    super helpful, big thank !

  • @markolivergabutero7527
    @markolivergabutero7527 2 роки тому

    oh , so this is like wanikani. thank you so much!

  • @polariluma
    @polariluma 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tutorial

  • @matthewnugent2107
    @matthewnugent2107 3 роки тому

    Great video! You’re the best!

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your support!! 💕

  • @miriancutrim3981
    @miriancutrim3981 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this video!

  • @PikaPower131313
    @PikaPower131313 Рік тому

    thanks for the vid! this makes me excited to start learning. I'm new in Japanese. My first textbook in Genki just came in. Any recommendations of other anki sources for fresh new learners? the cards in this video look really intimidating when I dont have the best grasp of hiragana yet

  • @onigirimerchant
    @onigirimerchant 3 роки тому

    ありがとう Alivia-san! great helpful video.

  • @pokuman2666
    @pokuman2666 Рік тому +2

    My headphones' left is not working so I could only listen music in the background LUL

  • @joakimu8239
    @joakimu8239 3 роки тому

    Well done! Thank you.

  • @hgbinh4199
    @hgbinh4199 3 роки тому +2

    i really appreciate this vid. thank you so muchhh
    love from vietnam

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you found it helpful 💕

  • @TheDrummerdv
    @TheDrummerdv 2 роки тому +1

    Very good :) my left ear took in all the info tho haha

  • @Darragh_Moran
    @Darragh_Moran 3 роки тому

    Great video!!! Thank you

  • @way2heal632
    @way2heal632 2 роки тому

    thankyou profusely Alivia.

  • @siddharthmanwani6065
    @siddharthmanwani6065 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video. I just started using Anki and was overwhelmed by the features. Your video was of great help😊. I do have a question related to anki can we change the settings so that we have to type the answer like we do it in WaniKani?

  • @9-man94
    @9-man94 2 роки тому

    this video is mega helpful

  • @koshpien
    @koshpien Рік тому +5

    Seems like the deck is down, is there a way for you to pm me the anki deck (zip) or something TT)

    • @cabbageofdoom525
      @cabbageofdoom525 6 місяців тому

      Search for the one named "JLPT Tango N5 Deck - Migaku Note Types", it's identical and still up now

  • @AfkarMalik
    @AfkarMalik 2 роки тому

    ありがとうございます

  • @peterhub1
    @peterhub1 Рік тому

    Thanks a ton. Do you have a recommended deck for a Japanese speaker learning English?

  • @MB-gl2bl
    @MB-gl2bl 2 роки тому

    ありがとうございます!

  • @carlithianlowsey4265
    @carlithianlowsey4265 2 роки тому

    This is super helpful, I've always been put of Anki by not knowing what to do, or picking poor decks :/ Hopefully it will go better this time

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  2 роки тому

      Anki can be super intimidating. I hope this helps!

  • @mortenhje
    @mortenhje 3 роки тому

    A very usefull video Alivia. Do you also make your own cards for words you encounter? If so, how do you go about doing it? What is your strategy?

    • @AliviasNook
      @AliviasNook  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I actually don’t make my own cards (I find it makes me less motivated to read), but I think it’s definitely a great strategy if you are up for it! I’d say pick how many cards you want to make per day, and once you reach it stop making cards and continue your reading. If you make a card for every single word you’ll never have time to review them!