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Join SayuriSaying for weekly insights into Japanese culture and language, perfect for intermediate learners and cultural enthusiasts. Enjoy solo episodes and guest features covering everything from social norms to deep cultural concepts. Silver Penguin members and above get access to video podcasts with subtitles and easy-to-copy transcripts (with or without furigana)

201 posts

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

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

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

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

How Do You Express Love? A Casual Conversation with Miku #285

tiers – 23 min read

5つの愛の言語？💖 In this episode, I chat with Miku about the “Five Love Languages.” We share personal stories about how we express and receive love, from words to actions, gifts, and more. Which love language do you connect with most?

Sep 1, 2025

Saver vs. Spender: A Mother–Daughter Story # 284

tiers – 13 min read

家族や友達でも金銭感覚の違いってありますよね🤔 In this episode, I share a story about planning a trip with my mom and how our money habits clashed. Learn about kin-sen kankaku—the Japanese concept of “money sense”

Aug 25, 2025

How Japanese People Solve Workplace Conflicts Without Saying It Directly #283

tiers – 16 min read

日本の職場トラブル、どうやって伝える？In Japan, workplace issues are often solved without direct confrontation. Learn four common strategies—like consulting a third party or using subtle communication—through real-life examples, and understand how to navigate Japanese work culture.

Aug 18, 2025

What Kind of Child Was I? #282

tiers – 15 min read

どんな子供だった？While visiting my parents’ home, I stumbled upon childhood photos and memories. They made me wonder—what kind of kid was I really? In this episode, I share the funny, surprising, and nostalgic truths I discovered.

Aug 11, 2025