Original sentence: Knowledge of the language and culture of China and Korea can facilitate learning the Japanese language.While the sound system is simple compared with other languages, the writing system and certain words that have a close connection with Japanese culture can be difficult to master
Edited sentence: A background in another language which uses Chinese characters may enhance the study of kanji.As for culture-specific terminology, study of translated works in Japanese philosophy and arts will simplify comprehension.Study of the language is enhanced by study of specific vocabulary and kanji used in such situations.The motivation to learn Japanese is usually due to a job opportunity in a Japanese organization, access to Japanese pop culture and its subcultures, or interest in traditional Japanese arts.Those with an interest in a specific aspect of Japanese culture usually have more success in learning the language than those with only a generalized interest in Japan.Unlike languages like Italian in which knowledge of the standard language is sufficient for communication in almost any circumstance, it may be necessary to be familiar with local dialects of Japanese on some occasions.While the sound system is simple compared with other languages, the writing system and certain words that have a close connection with Japanese culture usually prove to be difficult to master