This article discusses the different types of Japanese and which one to learn first. Standard Japanese (Tokyo-ben) is the official language used in Japan and is spoken by most people throughout the country, while Kansai-ben is another type of Japanese that originated in the Kansai region in western Japan with its own distinct accent and vocabulary. There are also other regional dialects such as Tohoku-ben, Kyushu-ben, Chugoku-ben, Shikoku-ben, Hokkaido-ben, etc. Depending on the learner's goals for learning Japanese, they can choose between Standard Japanese or one of the many regional dialects available. Resources such as textbooks, audio courses, online courses, apps, websites and tutors/teachers can help learners get started on their journey towards fluency.