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spaced repetition • memory
Why Context Beats Isolated Recall in Japanese Learning
Brains encode relational Japanese usage, not isolated card glosses. Contextual repetition multiplies kanji & vocab retention.
Sep 14, 2025spaced repetition • innovation
Spaced Repetition for Japanese, Evolved: From Flashcards to Interactive Story Memory
Next phase of Japanese learning: contextual spacing embedded in branching story systems (kanji + vocab reuse).
Sep 14, 2025comparison • spaced repetitionFeatured
KotobaTales vs Traditional Japanese Flashcards: Context Wins
Narrative-driven spaced repetition keeps Japanese kanji & vocab alive while isolated flashcards fade.
Sep 14, 2025comparison • anki
KotobaTales vs Anki for Japanese: From Scheduling Cards to Shaping Worlds
Anki optimizes recall scheduling; KotobaTales builds contextual Japanese usage (kanji + vocab) inside interactive stories.
Sep 14, 2025