“Sumimasen. Eigo ga dekimasu ka?” (Excuse me. Can you speak English?)

You learn about in the first 30 lessons. That’s it. For comparison, a good Anki deck can teach you that in a week.

I finished (30 lessons). Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and who should actually buy it.

While Kanji is essential for reading, it is a dangerous crutch for speaking. Many learners memorize the visual shape of a word but cannot pronounce it. Pimsleur removes the text entirely, forcing audio-muscular memory.

: Many users on Reddit suggest checking the Libby app through your local library, as many public libraries offer Pimsleur audio lessons for free . Verdict: Is it for you? Pimsleur Japanese Review (Is It Any Good?)