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Embracing Simplicity: A Journey into Minimalist Living with Shun #243

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

Breaking Barriers: From Formality to Friendship with Miku #230

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

Cashless Culture & Money Mindsets: A Conversation with YUYU #289

tiers – 16 min read

YUYUさんと決済方法やお金の考え方について話しました。Explore how people in Japan and Mexico pay for things. Cash, debit, credit, or QR codes and discover different cultural mindsets about money. In this fun chat with YUYU, we dive into daily life, payment habits, and even family influences on financial values!

Sep 29, 2025

Osaka Expo 2025:Walking the Great Roof Ring

paid – 2 min read

大阪万博に行ってきました！Join me at Osaka Expo 2025! I explore the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, then climb the world’s largest wooden ring for a stunning view of Spain’s pavilion glowing like a sunset. A once-in-a-lifetime Expo experience in Osaka. 🌏✨

Sep 26, 2025

The Three Coffee Characters I Met in Osaka #288

tiers – 19 min read

大阪のおもろいコーヒー人について☕️Join me as I share stories of three unforgettable coffee people I met in Osaka: a “Coffee Doctor” who treats beans like patients, a warm-hearted “Osaka Mom” shop clerk, and a generous “Coffee Sage” in a quiet neighborhood. Discover Japan’s coffee culture beyond the cafe!

Sep 22, 2025

Vlog: A Relaxing Hike in Otaru’s Mt. Tengu | 北海道の小樽の自然で日本語を学ぼう

tiers – 15 min read

北海道小樽の天狗山に登りました👺Explore the scenic trails of Mt. Tengu in Otaru, Hokkaido while learning Japanese naturally! Perfect for intermediate learners, this relaxing hike vlog blends nature, local culture, and real-life Japanese expressions. Let’s learn in the wild!

Sep 21, 2025

Five Easy Self‑Care Practices #287

tiers – 19 min read

メンタルヘルスケア💖 I share five small but powerful habits that helped improve my mental health. From morning walks to swimming and sketch diaries, these practices really made a difference. I also talk about small cultural moments in Japanese life, like school trips and childhood journaling.

Sep 15, 2025

Soup Curry: Beyond Japan’s Famous Curry Rice #286

tiers – 15 min read

スープカレーについて！Discover “Soup Curry,” a dish that goes beyond Japan’s famous curry rice. Packed with big vegetables, rich flavors, and endless customizations, it offers a fresh way to enjoy Japanese food and learn practical vocabulary at the same time.

Sep 8, 2025

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