Makoto Magazine 93 - Makoto Magazine for Learners of Japanese, #93

Makoto Japanese Language & Culture Magazine Issue 93 (November 2025)
Fun, culturally rich reading and listening practice for learners of Japanese

Makoto is a monthly digital magazine for beginner to intermediate learners of Japanese. Each issue features short articles, cultural notes, language lessons, jokes, and native-audio recordings—designed to make learning fun, immersive, and memorable.

In this issue (November 2025, Issue 93):

November is a month of gratitude—and celebration! This issue explores warmth, humor, and a bit of the bizarre: from a grandmother convinced her Roomba is alive, to Fukui Prefecture's dinosaurs and handmade washi paper, to the hilarious (and slightly tragic) folktale of Gonzōmushi, where greed literally turns a man into a bug. Plus... I'm happy to report that... Frank and the Obaasan are back for Season 3!!!

Highlights include:

Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns – humor that helps you remember what you learn Vocabulary Spotlight: のどから手が出る (to want something so badly you can almost reach it) Prefecture Spotlight: Fukui – famous for dinosaurs, eyeglasses, and washi paper Etymology Deep Dive: サラリーマン – how Japan's "salaryman" became a cultural icon Anime Phrase of the Day: From Yowamushi Pedal – "This one step connects to a vast world out there!" Onomatopoeia: へとへと, ぐったり, ふらふら, ヘロヘロ – words for utter exhaustion Haiku Spotlight: Kobayashi Issa – A radish puller points the way—with his radish! Kanji Focus: 国 (country; nation) Grammar Time!: ～にくい (difficult to do) Japanese Readers:
• Frank and the Obaasan: Frank Needs a Job (Beginner)
• Gonzōmushi (Intermediate)

Includes:

65-page PDF and ePub formats 35 MP3 audio files (normal and slow speed) 1 Anki flashcard deck (beginner story vocabulary) Scan-and-listen QR codes for quick mobile access Integration with Makoto+ Sentence Explorer for interactive reading

Perfect for learners who love Japanese culture and want engaging, real-world content. Use it to grow your vocabulary, improve listening skills, and enjoy Japanese through humor, folklore, and seasonal charm.