I Learned Japanese 1 Hour a Day for 600 Days Straight

The speaker shares their experience learning Russian with Duolingo, starting with their curiosity and enjoyment, contrasted with their school experience. They discuss their motivation, progress, and engagement with the language.

The speaker transitions to learning Japanese, describing their initial interest, resources, and methods including hiragana, starting with simpler sentences and particles. They mention their research and study routine.

The speaker discusses challenges faced in their Japanese learning journey, such as vocabulary retention and deck management. They talk about adjustments made to the study routine, focusing on comprehension and progress checks.

The speaker reflects on their experience with Duolingo and other language learning platforms. They compare the benefits and limitations of each platform, highlighting the importance of consistency and immersion.

The speaker emphasizes the value of immersion and input-based learning in language acquisition. They discuss the benefits of surrounding oneself with the language, engaging in various media, and setting realistic goals for fluency.

The speaker reflects on their progress in learning Japanese, sharing insights on their current level, challenges faced in evaluations, and the importance of ongoing practice and testing to assess language proficiency.

The speaker addresses areas for improvement in language skills, focusing on hiragana practice, output challenges, and potential pitfalls in early language output. They express satisfaction with their progress and commitment to further learning.

The speaker concludes by expressing gratitude to the audience for joining them on their language learning journey. They reflect on the time invested, progress made, and future plans for their language learning endeavors.