An Otaku Learned Japanese By Watching H

In a peculiar and surprising case that has captured attention on social networks, a user from China, identified as Jakku Song claims to have learned Japanese exclusively through adult films (AV, for its acronym in Japanese). Song, who shared his experience in an online post, explained how his unconventional dedication led him to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)although he humorously noted that he did so “at the most basic level.”

In his post, Jakku Song mentioned that he began his peculiar learning journey motivated by his interest in the Japanese language. According to his testimony, he watched more than 4,500 films of this genre, which allowed him to become familiar with colloquial expressions, basic vocabulary and common intonations of spoken Japanese.

«I thought my Japanese had improved a lot, so I decided to put it to the test and took the exam. I passed, although only at the most basic level“Song wrote in his publication, accompanying his words with a humorous tone about his hard effort.

Although Song’s statement has generated debate, experts point out that learning a language exclusively through this medium is highly unusual and has several limitations. Adult films often have repetitive dialogue and restricted vocabulary, which could make it difficult to acquire broad language skillssuch as reading and writing, or even mastering more formal social contexts.

However, Jakku Song’s case could have a key factor: the fact that he is a native Chinese speaker. Japanese and Chinese share certain linguistic elements, such as the use of kanji characters, which could have made them easier to learn. Although the grammars of both languages are very different, a foundation in Chinese can help you recognize basic meanings and patterns that accelerate progress in Japanese.

While the Jakku Song case has amused and surprised many, specialists emphasize that a formal and structured approach remains the most effective way to learn a language. Grammar courses, writing practice, and exposure to varied contexts are essential to achieving an advanced level of linguistic competence.

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