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Midlife Crisis or Midlife Awakening? Reframing Midlife #176
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日本ではあまり聞きなれない言葉ですが、「中年の危機」は日本人も経験することなのでしょうか。While it's a term unfamiliar to many in Japan, could it be possible that Japanese people also experience this 'mid-life crisis'? Join us as we unravel this intriguing query.
Vlog: Iriomote Island Adventure
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沖縄（おきなわ）の西表島（いりおもてじま）の冒険に行ってきました！Join us on an exhilarating journey in Okinawa, as we explore the stunning Pinaisara Waterfall and encounter countless unique crabs on Iriomote Island.
Summer Outfits : Social Norms and Modesty #175
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暑い夏でも肌を隠すファッションをする人が多い日本。その背景を考えてみました。In Japan, many opt for covering fashion even in hot summers. I will delve into this subject, drawing on personal experiences and insights, complemented by two proverbs that succinctly embody the underlying reasons.
'Hitokara' The Joy of Solo Karaoke in Japan #174
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2023年の一人カラオケ(ヒトカラ）事情を共有します！Is going to karaoke alone a lonely experience? I don't think so! In this episode, I'll share some tips for navigating the modern karaoke scene in Japan. I'm pretty sure by the end, you'll fall in love with ヒトカラ too!
On Five English Idioms and Their Comparable Japanese Counterparts
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英語の慣用句を日本語で説明してみよう！
The Emotional Weight of 'Furusato' What Does Our Ideal Hometown Look Like #173
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みなさんにとっての「故郷（ふるさと）」はどこですか？‘Furusato’ : I invite you to join me in exploring its profound meaning and the conditions that encapsulate its essence. Can you define your own "Furusato?"
Cycling Lingo 101: Essential Japanese Phrases for Bike Enthusiasts
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日本で自転車に乗る人が覚えるべき日本語１０１ Covering expressions for cycling actions, road and wind conditions, terrain types, directions, and group ride communications, it offers essential language tools for bike enthusiasts in Japan.
My Green Thumb Diaries From Gamer to Gardener #172
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家庭菜園という新しい趣味から学んだこととその記録。Hobbies certainly enrich our lives, don't they? Of course, it's cheaper and prettier to buy vegetables at the supermarket, but the joy of observing plant growth goes beyond that. Do any of you also have such calming hobbies?
The Concept of '縁(En)' in Japanese Culture #171
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教科書では見かけない’ご縁’という言葉の深い意味や使い方について探っていきます。Explore the fascinating concept of 'Goen' in this episode, a term deeply intertwined with Japanese culture and language, signifying destiny and life's coincidences. Learn how it's used to convey luck or tactfully dodge personal questions
Coworking Spaces in Japan: A New Way of Working as a Freelance #170
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コロナ前後の働き方とおうち大好きな私がコーワーキングスペースを利用する理由。Explore the shift from working at home to utilizing a coworking space, with insights on the benefits, challenges, and societal changes involved.
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