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Great! Here’s a simple weekly study plan that you can follow using City and Its Uncertain Walls (in both English and Japanese). This plan assumes you have around 30–60 minutes per day to dedicate to this study. You can adjust based on your availability!
Weekly Study Plan: Learning Japanese with Murakami’s Novel
Day 1: Get Started
Focus: Overview of the book and setting up your learning tools.
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Task:
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Read the first chapter of the English version to get a feel for the plot, characters, and writing style.
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Set up your learning tools: Make sure you have access to a good dictionary (like Jisho) and note-taking apps.
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Goal: Don’t worry too much about understanding everything perfectly; focus on getting comfortable with the book.
Day 2: Translation Practice (1st Paragraph)
Focus: Translating the first paragraph of a scene or chapter from English to Japanese.
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Task:
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Read the first paragraph in English.
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Translate it into Japanese by yourself. Focus on expressing the meaning naturally, rather than word-for-word translation.
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Goal: Identify tricky phrases and look them up in the dictionary. Try to use the vocabulary you learned to create a natural flow.
Day 3: Compare and Reflect
Focus: Comparing your translation to Murakami’s Japanese text.
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Task:
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Find the same paragraph in the Japanese version.
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Compare your translation with Murakami’s Japanese.
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What are the main differences?
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Did Murakami use a different tone, word choice, or structure?
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Goal: This is where you start learning nuances. Write down words/phrases that were different or surprising.
Day 4: Read Aloud and Pronunciation Practice
Focus: Improve your fluency and pronunciation by reading aloud.
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Task:
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Read the Japanese passage aloud from the book.
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Try to match the natural flow and rhythm of Murakami’s sentences.
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Record yourself if possible, and listen to your pronunciation.
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Goal: Focus on how the sentences sound. Does your reading sound natural? If you struggle, note down which parts need work.
Day 5: Deep Dive into Grammar & Vocabulary
Focus: Grammar and vocabulary review.
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Task:
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Pick out 5–10 new words or phrases from the passage you’ve read.
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Look them up and review their meanings and usage.
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Write example sentences for each new word.
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Review the grammar points you’ve encountered (sentence structure, particles, etc.).
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Goal: Focus on expanding your vocabulary and understanding grammar patterns. Create flashcards or make a vocabulary list.
Day 6: Apply Your Learning
Focus: Use your Japanese in writing.
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Task:
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Write 3–4 sentences based on the English passage you read. Try to incorporate the new vocabulary and grammar you learned.
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You could write a short diary entry about the story’s events or your thoughts on the characters.
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Goal: Use what you’ve learned to practice producing your own Japanese sentences. Try to express your thoughts in Japanese.
Day 7: Review & Fun Activity
Focus: Review and relax.
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Task:
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Revisit everything from the week: review your translations, vocabulary, and grammar points.
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Watch an interview with Murakami or listen to a podcast where they discuss his books in Japanese.
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Optional: Try a fun activity like watching a Japanese movie or drama related to themes in Murakami’s work (if you enjoy that).
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Goal: Relax, absorb the language passively, and reflect on your progress.
Repeat the Cycle for Next Week
Every new week, move onto the next chapter or section of the book, applying the same methods — translating, comparing, and reflecting.
Additional Tips:
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Track Progress: Consider keeping a language journal where you track what you learn each week. You can write down what went well and what you want to improve.
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Stay Consistent: Even if you only have 30 minutes, consistency is key. Even if one day feels slower, you're making progress.
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