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Sayuri Saying: Top Posts of 2024

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

Breaking Barriers: From Formality to Friendship with Miku #230

Transforming Tap Water: My Journey with a Water Purifier #122

tiers – 8 min read

水道水を飲みますか？味はどうですか？ Does tap water taste better than spring water in Japan? Explore the perks of using a water purifier in this episode. I share my experience switching to filtered water in my old apartment, the noticeable difference in taste, and even consider a shower head filter.

Jul 11, 2022

The Persistence of Fax in Japan: A Blend of Old and New #121

tiers – 11 min read

ファックスを使ったことがありますか？Have you every used fax before?Discover the intriguing role of fax machines in modern-day Japan. From personal anecdotes to broader cultural insights, this episode explores why this seemingly outdated technology remains prevalent in Japanese society.

Jul 4, 2022

Living Abroad: A Dream or Reality #120

tiers – 9 min read

外国に住んでみてよかった！自分の人生にとって必要な経験でした。Do you want to live abroad (maybe in Japan) even though you know you will face difficulties?Ever dreamt of living abroad? Join us as we explore the allure and challenges of residing in a foreign country.

Jun 27, 2022

Chat With Miku-san from Miku Real Japanese #124

public – 34 min read

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日本語のコンテンツクリエーターとしてはとしてはもちろん、人間的にすばらしいお方です！She is amazing! Join us for a delightful chat with Miku from Miku Real Japanese. Discover her passion for nature, hiking, and Japanese culture as we dive into personal stories and shared interests in language and lifestyle.

Jun 25, 2022

My Dental Check up Experience in Japan

tiers – 10 min read

みなさんはどのぐらいの頻度でいきますか？ How often do you go to checkups?

Jun 20, 2022

Japanese Mall

tiers – 7 min read

好きなお店はなんですか？ 'Mall' in Japanese?

Jun 13, 2022

My relationship with Face masks 2022 Summer

tiers – 10 min read

熱中症にならないように気を付けたいです。Please be careful not to get heat stroke...

Jun 6, 2022

How To Roast My Coffee Beans

tiers – 10 min read

失敗は成功のもと！ Failure teaches success!

May 30, 2022

What are you good at?

tiers – 12 min read

仕事で活かせることから、ちょっとふざけた特技も。

May 23, 2022

Everyday-Breakfast and Intermittent Fasting

tiers – 11 min read

読んだ本 - Lifespan: Why We Age – and Why We Don’t Have to

May 16, 2022

I'm back

tiers – 7 min read

いろいろ落ち着いたのでまた始めます。よろしくお願いします！Why I took a three month break from podcasts.

May 9, 2022

Bread

public – 5 min read

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日本では白いパンが人気です。

May 2, 2022

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