Everyday Life - Sayuri Saying

Umi no Hi: A Taste of Japanese Summer #322

tiers – 20 min read

海の日🌊It's Umi no Hi (Marine Day) here in Japan, and I'm celebrating with everything that makes a Japanese summer feel like summer: umi biraki (the official beach-opening ceremony), nostalgic snacks at umi no ie (beach huts), and a quiet rule about the sea that most Japanese people just know 🌊

Jul 20, 2026

Do Japanese People Talk About Politics? (An Honest Conversation) withもしもしゆうすけ#321

tiers – 12 min read

When I was in India, European travelers kept asking me "So what do you think of the new Takaichi administration?" And honestly? I had no idea what to say. Not a language problem. I just never thought about it. Do Japanese people actually talk about politics?

Jul 13, 2026

How Rainy Season Taught Me to Slow Down #320

tiers – 17 min read

梅雨と雨の日の過ごし方☔️ Why does 梅雨（つゆ）, Japan's rainy season, literally mean "plum rain"? I dig into the kanji, then share how I'm actually spending it — making two kinds of homemade plum syrup, a quiet walk past hydrangeas, and a trip to the sento to properly do nothing☺️

Jul 6, 2026

Life in Fukuoka: Honest Review #318

tiers – 13 min read

福岡に住んでみた感想です！I moved to Fukuoka not too long ago, and this is my honest take on what it's actually like to live here. The things I love, and the things I wish were a little different.

Jun 22, 2026

8 Reasons Fukuoka Won Me Over #317

tiers – 12 min read

福岡に引っ越した理由！I moved from Osaka but why Fukuoka? In this episode, I walk you through the 8 reasons I chose my new home. I'll share exactly what I was looking for in a place to live. Whether you're thinking about moving or not, this one might make you picture your own ideal life🥰

Jun 15, 2026

Sweat or Sake: The Two Ways to Make Friends After 30 with YUYU #316

tiers – 20 min read

大人になってからの友達って？についてYUYUさんと話しました☺️I came back from a yoga retreat in India with new friends and a theory. YUYU and I talk about why adults make friends through sweat or sake, and what the Japanese idea of goen (ご縁 — fated connection) has to do with letting go.

Jun 8, 2026

Perfect Japanese Isn't the Point: What I Learned About Language in India #315

tiers – 17 min read

インドから考える言語と日本文化について🇮🇳🇯🇵 I'm recording this one from Kerala, India a place with four languages in a single state. Something I noticed here connected to a surprising story back in Japan. One involving a friend, a sake bar, and an unexpected language test!

Jun 1, 2026

Japan's New Bicycle Fines Start April 2026! Are You Ready? #311

tiers – 25 min read

自転車の交通違反に青切符🚲 From April 2026, Japan is getting serious about bicycle fines up to ¥12,000! The rules aren't new, but now they'll actually enforce them. In this episode, I break down key vocabulary and what to watch out for before it's too late!

Mar 2, 2026

What Do Japanese People Really Eat for Breakfast? #310

tiers – 17 min read

朝ごはん、何食べる？In this laid-back episode, I talk about what Japanese people actually eat for breakfast — it might surprise you! From clay pot rice and TKG to miso soup and occasional avocado toast, I share my simple morning habits. Warning: you might get hungry!

Feb 23, 2026

"So Peaceful…" What Do You Think While Watching Beautiful Scenery? #309

tiers – 15 min read

YUYUさんと自然と景色について話しました☺️What do you think about when you see beautiful scenery? YUYU and I talk about nature in Japan, peaceful views, and how watching mountains and oceans helps calm our minds. From Toyama's snowy peaks to Enoshima sunsets. Let's relax together.

Feb 16, 2026

If You Could Live Anywhere… Talking About Our Dream Homes #308

tiers – 16 min read

YUYUさんと理想の家について話しました。If you could live anywhere, where would it be? YUYU and I share our dream homes 🏠from his grandmother's Japanese house with seasonal gardens and engawa to my lakeside vision with a big bathtub. What's your ideal home?

Feb 9, 2026

Why I'm Leaving Osaka: A Love Letter & Goodbye #307

tiers – 16 min read

グッバイ大阪....This episode is my love letter to Osaka—and my goodbye. I share why "too much fun" became exhausting, what 20+ moves taught me about happiness, and why I'm finally choosing peace over excitement. For anyone considering a move in Japan!

Feb 2, 2026