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This nanashi episode we’re talking about why neither of us have moved back to Japan. Why not live in Japan again? Why has Ryu decided to stay in Canada? So many people idolise living in Japan and although it is an amazing place to live for the
It can be a little nerve racking trying to understand all the formal customer service speech Konbini staff will throw at you when you visit Japanese convenience stores. We’re here to give you some insight on the common questions/phrases you’ll
Japan is famous for its onsen or hot spring resorts but there’s also sentou or public baths. Learn about about the difference between sentou and onsen, the perks of super sentou and the touchy subject of tattoos and Japanese bath culture + a
Aside from offering decent pre-made meals and favourite snacks or drinks how, how convenient are Japanese convenience stores? Learn about the whole whole range of handy services offered at Japan’s thousands of Conbini!ちゃんとしたお弁当,好きなパンやお菓子などを買える以
Street level Japanese is back with new episodes! Starting with 10 helpful phrases to know when you next visit Japan, from super formal to street level. We’ll help you sound natural with your Japanese and not like a text book!Street Level Japane
We’re talking Hanami! Japan’s season for appreciating cherry blossoms aka sakura. Most people are now familiar with hanami and sakura viewing festivities around Japan so we’re focusing on sharing our experiences of hanami from a native POV and
What do you do with your old dolls? Burn them! New years decorations? Have a bonfire ! Otakiage type rituals or ceremonies are unique spiritual events in Japan held during specific holidays or periods.あなたのいらなくなった古い人形はどうしますか？ 燃やしてしまいましょう！ 新年の飾
We’re saying good bye to an old friend whose manga and anime inspired millions of people around the globe from fellow artists to world leaders, forever cementing his place in pop culture world wide. Toriyama Akira, the manga artist famously kno
Going through all the “weirdest” Japanese foods (or weirdest in name) we can think of! From bugs, slimy soy beans and chicken sashimi to bottled…sweat? And …bukkake udon!?!? Wait what??Support the Show.https://linktr.ee/Sojapanese
This is a 2 part episode that looks at the rise of ramen’s popularity in North America over the past decade or 2 and how big names like Momofuku’s Noodle bar influenced and inspired the evolution of the ramen scene. Ryusuke and Matt breakdown w
We all know Japan has a special love for all things cats so much so there is actually a national CAT DAY called Neko no Hi (猫の日) held every Feb. 22. This episode we’re introducing Cat Day and talking about some of the top most cat things you ca
This is a 2 part episode that looks at the rise of ramen’s popularity in North America over the past decade or 2 and how big names like Momofuku’s Noodle bar influenced and inspired the evolution of the ramen scene. Ryusuke and Matt breakdown w
Looking at the recently released Studio Ghibli animation and OSCAR NOMINATED film ‘The Boy and the Heron’! AKA ‘Kimitachi wa Do Ikiru ka?’ We look at the symbolism and hidden meaning behind Miyazaki’s supposedly “last film”. Did you “get it” af
This is the first in our Nanashi series or “No Name” episodes where we talk about whatever topics we want (related to Japan of course!) and see where it takes us! This episode jumps from hitchhiking in Japan to cycling the Shimanami Kaido and
Is it an “R” sound? Or “L” sound? Neither？ Or maybe both? There are some sounds unique to Japanese that are hard to translate but that goes both ways! This episode looks at how certain sounds are identified and pronounced between Japanese and
Diving Deeper into Studio Ghibli: Discover how Studio Ghibli got its unique name, learn about its visionary founders, and explore the influential figures who have shaped its enchanting stories and unforgettable animation.スタジオジブリの深層に迫ります：スタジオジブリ
Step back into the golden era of Japanese video gaming. This episode spotlights the transformative 80s and 90s, highlighting how legendary consoles like Super Nintendo, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn shaped today's gaming world. Discover the endu
Step back into the golden era of Japanese video gaming. This episode spotlights the transformative 80s and 90s, highlighting how legendary consoles like Super Nintendo, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn shaped today's gaming world. Discover the endu
We share common phrases to help you befriend Japanese people outside Japan. 海外の日本人と仲良くなるために役立つ一般的なフレーズを紹介します。Support the Show.https://linktr.ee/Sojapanese
Ever wondered how Christmas in Japan differs from the West? In this episode, I'll take you through the streets of my childhood during the holiday season in Japan – a world of dazzling lights, unique customs, and, yes, Colonel Sanders in a Santa
On this episode of the So Japanese podcast, we explore Bosozoku (Japanese Biker Gangs) culture. What they do, who they are and Ryusuke shares a story about encountering Yakuza. 今回のSo Japanese podcastのエピソードは”暴走族”です。彼らはどおいった活動をしているのか？どんな人がいるのか？リ
Many Japanglish words are false friends. We share more examples of words that might confuse you if you didn’t listen to this episode. 日本で使われている多くののジャパングリッシュは同音異義語のように使われていることが多いいです。このエピソードでは、どうしても混乱しがちなジャパングリッシュの単語をみなさんと共有します。是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!!Sup
Join Ryusuke for a unique exploration of Japan. Get essential travel tips and cultural insights to enhance your Japanese adventure.リュウスケと一緒に日本を探ってみましょう。日本での滞在をもっと楽しくするための旅行のポイントや、日本の文化などをサラッとおさらいしましょう！是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!!Support the Show.https://lin
Matt found himself at an Umeboshi farm, home to one of the most traditional pickles in Japan. We'll explore how he landed this job and his experiences working alongside local Japanese people in the countryside. Additionally, Matt faced a health
We all know how important onomatopoeias are to the Japanese language. We share some more interesting ones to help you sound more fluent. オノマトペが日本語にとっていかに重要なのかは誰もが知っています！みなさんが少しでも日本語をスムーズに話せるように面白いオノマトペをいくつか紹介していきます！是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!!Support the Sh
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