<p>Like My Anime is a podcast about language learning, media analysis, and Japanese pop culture. Every month, we dive into how anime and media can actually help you learn Japanese (and where they fall short), with study tips, language myths, and deep dives into different shows and series. </p>

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Tom Scullin

Intro: Why pitch accent stresses people out

What is pitch accent, actually?

Pitch vs. tone vs. stress: clearing up confusion

Why is pitch accent hard to learn

“But won’t I be misunderstood?” (Short answer: nope)

What to focus on instead: phonetics, vowel length, and shadowing

Beginner-friendly and Intermediate+ Japanese dramas with great dialogue and pacing for shadowing

Final thoughts: You don’t need perfect pitch—you need a voice

Is Pitch Accent Really That Important in Japanese?