I CBA cause I use my PC to work and all types of japanese IMEs are just arses to use 
like they aint as direct as English IME and definitely 2 decades behind of Chinese IMEs in terms of convenience and shortcut keys

I have seen those japanese keyboard with beautiful kana etchings on them, always want to buy one but I'm yet to learn to type with kanas instead of romanji so I gave up hahaha

For my jap content consumption I'm still stuck at Netflix and chinese-subbed dramas and variety shows, yet to go that far.

Yeah, Netflix got quite a lot of Japanese contents haha.

For example, Terrance house. Where the hosts will have to guess what's really happening in the conversation and what they really means. (Due to Japanese extremely reserved and good in hiding their opinions etc..)

Great to hear that, welcome to the thread!

There's no need to be embarrassed for failing. Everyone have their own Achilles Heel in the examination... I'm not good with listening as well. Sometimes the characters speak fast, use difficult words, or the situation is confusing. If it's for examination, train more through listening to conversations for mock exams etc. That's what I'm planning to do this time for N4... bought a book on listening so that I can practice on the area.

Japanese keyboard always using work laptop so I don't dare to change the language. Later my IT guys come and do some update/ backup etc they'll have problem (me too) hahahaha

still okla, type technical report in japanese everyday 
30 days till my next vacation trip to japan  this time bringing my gf there to poison her with all the awesome stuff in japan
still debating hakone or kamakura for a day trip

if u can wait or prefer ebook, buy directly from honto.jp
i got all my manga from there both physical n digital copy, they got their own apps for it

all my books from honto.jp only due to directly from japan wit same price as japn, only need pay for the cheap shipping or more exp if u wan it faster but overall still cheaper than kino.
amazon japan hardly use

Hi guys!
I'm interested in learning Japanese, just wondering would you recommend any centre in KL area? Best if the classes are on weekend.

I've been using Google's own Japanese keypad for my android phone, and also Google Japanese IME input for my PC. Quite simple and straightforward. Disabled the romanji option and it feels a bit like typing Chinese back in those days. Hahaha That kind of phone keypads on old Nokia I think?
When you guys talk about japanese keyboard, is it a physical keyboard or a software/overlay? Curious about that.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biMdXIpHK14&t

Some good tips on preparing for JLPT.

The listening part can be a killer huh.

Part of me wants to finish the whole 25 chapters of Minna No Nihongo before I explore the children's books apps and news. Part of me want to check them out now. Haha But only got 1-2 hours per day to study, so have to pick wisely.

CBA=can't be arsed, which means couldn't be bothered

Kino in Malaysia is expensive, thus buying from them is $$$$. Nais, which month are you planning to go?

Whoa, very nice. I am considering backpacking alone too, but not sure if it's wise since it's my first time going overseas. Some more was adventurous , wanted to plan to go to the less urban areas.

To improve the listening skills in exam, can try listen NHK news everyday.
Its very helpful

Agree on the shipping fees and all. If e-books can help just as much, I think I won't hesitate to buy them for the convenience; but anyway to each his/ her own.

Yet to do my solo to Japan. I think I'll prefer going on my own as I can wander around with having to worry about others or arrange the time. Safety side, there's really nothing much to worry about when it comes to Japan. It's only worrisome when more hands are needed - eg. a friend to help hold your bag for a while, or a company to look after the luggage while you run down or across to ask for help/ directions etc. And would be nice to have someone help take photos, vice versa.

Friends and I kept bumping into this Singaporean who was there for a backpacking trip. We first met him at Kawaguchiko station. Then we bumped into him in Asakusa, and once more in Yoyogi Park. And to think that Tokyo is big. So anyway we ended up having dinner with him and one last dinner before we go off. He said it was lonely. Although it's not bad but also boring as there's no one to talk to. He would get home and do his own stuff. In comparison, the few of us would get back to accommodation and turn on TV. We'll have snacks while laughing at the show. While the ryokan has no TV, we'll go for onsen. After onsen we'll go back to our room and have some snacks with tea (ryokan style places usually gives you a set of tea cups & pot) while chit chatting. It was very fun with them around. Doing a solo would be desirable yet seem a little empty sometimes, without people to chit chat. If it's not a city area/life, the places close early - easily around 5pm - so there's nothing much to do but to go back to the room.

Please add me in as well if you guys/girls are creating one. We need a community to practice!

Noted. Thank you for the permission Boss

Guys, please PM me your phone number. I will only start the group when we got at least 7 people. The group will be initiate on Sunday, which is 7th of Oct 

chinti mahu join?

Got it

Anyone who wants to join, PM the contacts above.
Just a small reminder to members - join at your own risk. Refrain from sharing too much of your personal information.

We'll continue with discussion from here forth.

Okay that chapter is closed, whoever wants to join pls personally PM one of the members. And let's not deviate from the topic... this is Serious K afterall.

Coming back, found this good resource for Kanji learning:-
http://www.mlcjapanese.co.jp/kanji.html

They even have a list of Kanji that appeared in the previous JLPT examination. Download is free.

２級(N2)の漢字リスト (PDF, 14 pages)
List of kanji appearing in past JLPT Level 2 test (1992-2003)

１級(N1)の漢字リスト (PDF, 18 pages)
List of kanji appearing in past JLPT Level 1 test (1992-2003)

Can access these via link above. Very resourceful page

Interesting. So there's a Japanese language interest thread here.

Here's an idea - quite a few Karaoke places here have Japanese songs. Ever considered having a Japanese only karaoke outing? Its one way to practice and build your confidence.