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If you’re like me and live in Japan but speak English, you might love listening to Japanese music on your device. I recently added a Japanese CD to my Apple Music library, but I ran into a frustrating problem. Siri, the voice assistant, wouldn’t recognize Japanese song titles or artist names. Instead, it either ignored them or played the wrong songs.
If you’re facing a similar issue, here’s a simple way to improve Siri’s understanding of Japanese names and commands.
First, make sure your device language and Siri language are both set to English. This helps avoid confusion, but it doesn’t always solve the problem of recognizing Japanese words spoken aloud.
Next, try customizing the pronunciation of Japanese names. When Siri mispronounces or misunderstands a name, you can correct it by telling Siri “That’s not how you say [name],” or “Correct pronunciation for [name].” Follow the prompts to record your own pronunciation. By doing this, Siri can learn to recognize Japanese names more accurately over time.
Another tip is to use the Japanese song or artist name written out in your preferred language, and then ask Siri to play it by saying “Play [name].” If that doesn’t work initially, try spelling it out as it appears on the album or in your library. Sometimes, using the written version helps Siri find the right song more easily.
Finally, consider creating a playlist with the Japanese songs you want to listen to. Name the playlist using the English title, and then ask Siri to play that playlist. This can be a handy way to have quick access to your favorite Japanese music, bypassing pronunciation issues altogether.
With a little extra effort to correct pronunciation and organization, Siri can become a helpful tool to enjoy your Japanese music collection.
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