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The Meaning Behind Our Japanese Names #281

The Power of Smiles: Cultural Perspectives and Personal Experiences #234

Breaking Barriers: From Formality to Friendship with Miku #230

119 vs. 911: What I Learned from Two Ambulance Rides #297

tiers – 21 min read

日本と外国で救急車に乗った経験🚑 I share my experiences riding in ambulances once in Canada and once in Japan. Learn what happened, how each emergency system works, and what it’s really like to call 119 in Japan.

Nov 24, 2025

From Door to Desk: Japan’s Commute and Work Culture | 通勤と労働 #296

tiers – 19 min read

東京で働いていた時の話もしています🗼Ever wondered how people in Japan really get to work? Learn about average commute times, workplace culture, and the everyday routines of Japanese employees from packed trains to lunch breaks!

Nov 17, 2025

50 Questions in 5 Seconds : Think in Japanese With Me #295

tiers – 17 min read

YUYUさんからの挑戦！✨In this episode, I’m trying the 50 Questions in 5 Seconds Challenge! These are common questions Japanese people often ask in everyday conversations. So if you can answer them, your Japanese speaking will improve a lot!

Nov 10, 2025

Autumn Stroll on Mount Hiei 🍁 Kyoto Day Trip Vlog with Miku

tiers – 7 min read

京都の比叡山に行ってきました！Come along with us on a cozy autumn stroll through Mount Hiei in Kyoto! 🍁 We visited the stunning Rurikōin Temple, rode the Eizan Cable Car, explored the Garden Museum Hiei, and of course Ate lots of snacks along the way!

Nov 7, 2025

The Kumano Kodo: More Than a Hike #294

tiers – 16 min read

念願の熊野古道を歩きました👣 In this episode, I talk about walking the ancient Kumano Kodo, a sacred trail in Wakayama, Japan. I share what makes it special, from its deep history and legends to the peaceful feeling of walking through its forests🌳 a journey that felt like more than just a hike.

Nov 3, 2025

Vlog: Ibuki Island - Cats, Art, and Calm Sea Views in Kagawa, Japan

tiers – 13 min read

香川県・伊吹島 We spend a peaceful day exploring a small, beautiful island in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan. Known for its いりこ (dried sardines) used in Japanese dashi, this quiet island offers narrow alleys, kind locals, cats wandering the streets, and unique art from the 瀬戸内国際芸術祭 (Setouchi Triennale)

Oct 31, 2025

Walking the Kumano Kodo | Ancient Pilgrimage in Wakayama

paid – 10 min read

念願の✨熊野古道を歩きました🌳 Join me on the Kumano Kodo in Wakayama! Walking the peaceful forest path, meeting locals, and visiting sacred shrines connected to past, present, and future. A journey through nature, culture, and history!

Oct 29, 2025

The Ig Nobel Prize: How Japanese Scientists Keep Making the World Smile #293

tiers – 13 min read

毎年の楽しみ！イグノーベル賞 🏆 The Ig Nobel Prize honors discoveries that make people laugh and think! For 19 years in a row, Japanese scientists have amazed the world with creative and funny research, from zebra-striped cows to wasabi fire alarms and kissing to relieve allergies.

Oct 27, 2025

Feeling Autumn in Japan: Sounds, Flavors, and Traditions #292

tiers – 16 min read

私が秋を感じる瞬間について🍂☺️In this episode, I share how I feel the arrival of autumn in Japan.From the sound of crickets to delicious seasonal fruits like pears and grapes, and the beauty of red leaves. Learn natural Japanese expressions about the season and explore how Japanese people enjoy autumn.

Oct 20, 2025

Birthdays Around the World: My Talk with YUYU #291

tiers – 14 min read

誕生日や誕生日会について！日本とメキシコの違いについても語っています🧁 I talk with YUYU about birthdays. He shares how parties in Mexico are often a must, while I share my quieter birthdays alone or traveling. We discuss traditions, family memories, and how birthdays can be a time to celebrate, reflect, or simply give thanks.

Oct 13, 2025

Vlog: Bike & Walk through Furano 🚲自転車と散歩で巡る富良野

tiers – 12 min read

のんびり富良野にってきました🚲 Join a solo trip through Furano, Hokkaido. Cycling past onion fields, visiting Farm Tomita, meeting locals, walking in the forest, and tasting sweet Furano melon🍈discover the charm of Japan’s countryside in this travel vlog.

Oct 10, 2025

Do You Like to Compete? A Conversation with YUYU #290

tiers – 25 min read

負けず嫌いですか？🔥 In this episode, I talk with YUYU about being competitive. He shares childhood memories, sports stories, and why he quit swimming. I ask about his strong drive to win, and we explore different ways people find motivation not only through rivalry but also through curiosity!

Oct 6, 2025

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