This is the first time you hear the voice of a native speaker of Japanese. You are 20 years old, and you love manga. You have decided to come to Japan to learn the Japanese language for one year at a university in Tokyo. 

You will learn practical Japanese through various experiences, such as classes at the university, daily life at a dormitory, shopping, and traveling. You will also get some tips on how to be more effective and independent in your studies. You have to be patient and try hard, so please don't be afraid and keep trying.

The easiest way to get a hang of the pronunciation, intonation and rhythm is to listen to a native speaker of Japanese. If you want to practice your Japanese by yourself, try Easy Japanese - Let's Learn Japanese with Anna!