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I Played a Japanese Game That Actually Teaches You Japanese (Wagotabi)

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I play Wagotabi, a Japanese learning RPG, for a first impression playthrough. Can you really learn Japanese by playing a game? Live reactions, real gameplay, vocabulary, kanji, immersion, and honest thoughts on using games to study Japanese more effectively. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ► References The game's official website https://www.wagotabi.com/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with me on my social media :). https://linktr.ee/kevinabroad ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ► Music: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music http://www.danosongs.com/ --------- Cameras and Gear Used To Shoot My Videos ------- (I'll get a commission if you buy from the following Amazon links. This doesn't impact how much you pay) ► Video: Logitech C920 HD Pro USB 1080p (For livestreams) https://amzn.to/3lIWzx1 (UK) https://amzn.to/3sjZ0sw (US) Canon EOS M50 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 15-45mm Lens (For videos) https://amzn.to/31byHcc (UK) https://amzn.to/2PizFR5 (US) K&F Concept Compact Camera Tripod https://amzn.to/3rferkc (UK) https://amzn.to/2Qp4c04 (US) ► Sound: Rode NT-USB Microphone, Black (For livestreams) https://amzn.to/2OXCuqQ (UK) https://amzn.to/2NIPFvg (US) RØDE PSA1 Swivel Mount Microphone Arm (For livestreams) https://amzn.to/3ccrdf3 (UK) https://amzn.to/3cSdyZK (US) Sony ICD-TX650 (For videos) https://amzn.to/3rbFnS1 (UK) https://amzn.to/3lFObP4 (US) --------- Editing software used on my channel ------- Adobe Premiere Pro

About This Video

In this video I jump into Wagotabi, a Japanese-learning RPG, and do a proper first-impressions playthrough: real gameplay, live reactions, and me constantly asking the only question that matters—does this actually teach you Japanese, or is it just “edutainment” with a cute UI? I pay attention to how the game handles vocab, kanji, and context, because if you’re not getting repeated exposure and meaningful recall, you’re basically just clicking through dialogue and calling it immersion. What I like about testing a game like this is it forces you to learn in motion: you’re trying to understand what’s happening, you’re seeing words attached to actions, and you’re getting that low-stakes pressure to remember. But I’m also honest about the limits. A game can be a great supplement, especially for beginners who need structure and motivation, but it won’t magically replace consistent input, review, and actually using Japanese. My takeaway: Wagotabi is worth trying if you want a more engaging way to study, as long as you treat it like one tool in your overall Japanese routine—not the entire routine.

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