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The “why are there so many readings?” sigh

Mar 13, 2026

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3 min read

The “why are there so many readings?” sigh

Same kanji. Different reading. Different word.

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From lookup to little journey

Mar 6, 2026

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3 min read

From lookup to little journey

We’re turning the dictionary into a living ecosystem.

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Kumi Founders
A Dictionary Built Like a Brain

Feb 27, 2026

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4 min read

A Dictionary Built Like a Brain

The “three-stages” moment...

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Kumi Founders
The Menu Jump-Scare

Feb 20, 2026

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4 min read

The Menu Jump-Scare

Ateji - when kanji are just... cosplay + under the hood this week

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Kumi Founders
The Chocolate Plot Twist

Feb 13, 2026

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3 min read

The Chocolate Plot Twist

Three good folds this week

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Kumi Founders
This week in reshaping Japanese learning

Feb 6, 2026

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4 min read

This week in reshaping Japanese learning

Your weekly dose of Japanese learning insights and what's happening at Kumi

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