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The checker

The checker is free to use for personal and work text. It is a pattern-based aid: it flags some text that is correct and misses many real problems. Its suggestions are not professional proofreading, translation or legal advice. Check important documents with a qualified reader. The site is provided as it is, without any warranty, and we are not liable for losses arising from its use, to the extent the law allows. More on using it: how to use the checker.

The writing

Articles are general information about the Japanese language and writing. We take care to be accurate, and we correct mistakes when told about them, but we cannot guarantee that every point fits your situation or your organisation's house style.

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