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My favorite way to spend autumn in Japan
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毎年11月後半が紅葉の見頃です。The best time to see the autumn leaves is in the latter half of November every year.
Price Surge 2022: Japan's Rising Costs #142
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2022年の値上げについて。
Explore Japan's 2022 price hikes, from energy to food. Understand the global trend's impact on daily life in Japan, and learn how locals are adapting.
Spicing It Up: Exploring Fiery Foods #141
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辛い食べ物が好きですか?
皆さんの国にはどんなものがありますか?
Dive into the world of spicy foods in this episode! From popular spicy dishes in Japan, like curry and kimchi, to personal spicy food tolerances, join us in exploring the heat!

Vlog: Hiking and Biking with my local senpais on Awashima Island
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人生の先輩たちとハイキングとサイクリングした楽しい休日Vlog


How to Say 'No' at the Cash Register in Japan #140
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レジ前のプレッシャーを減らす方法 | For Introverts, How to reduce anxiety at the cashier. Navigate the common retail challenge in Japan: declining point card offers at the cash register. I share my experiences and practical tips for politely saying 'no', a must-know for travelers and residents alike.

Japanese Etiquette: Perfume and Traffic Rules #139
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日本にいる時に気をつけてほしいこと2選: Learn key etiquette in Japan: managing perfume use in public and obeying traffic signals. Ideal for tourists and residents, this episode helps you navigate Japanese cultural norms.
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