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These are the dialogues from podcast #10 “The top 10 questions you will be asked in Japan” After living in Japan for over 20 years as a foreigner, I have noticed a clear pattern of questions I am often asked. As well as being very hospitable, the Japanese are inquisitive people who are genuinely interested […]

Niko, creator of Nihongo Shark, shares tips for learning Japanese and discusses obtaining a Green Card in the US. They talk about different study methods, improving pronunciation, and debating 'hikoshi' vs 'hikosu'. Closing with an endorsement for their website and wishing good luck with their move.

In this week’s podcast Yoshiko and Alex discuss useful Japanese vocabulary and cultural points and advice for ordering sushi at a Japanese restaurant like a native. The good news is you don’t have to learn a huge amount of vocabulary to order your your favorite dishes if you learn just a few useful key phrases. […]

These are the dialogues for podcast #09 ““How to order Sushi at a Japanese Restaurant” In this week’s podcast Yoshiko and Alex discuss useful Japanese vocabulary and cultural points and advice for ordering sushi at a Japanese restaurant like a native. The good news is you don’t have to learn a huge amount of vocabulary […]

Learn about drinking etiquette in Japan, including seating arrangements based on seniority, pouring beer to initiate conversation, and toasting with higher social status. Discover the proper eating etiquette in Japanese pubs, such as using 'jikabashi' and 'or shibori'. Dive into the tradition of 'iponjime' ending of a drinking party and learn about ordering and drinking etiquette in izakayas.

Learn how to express likes and dislikes in Japanese, explore the popularity of sushi and a famous sushi restaurant, discover the Skiji market and its relocation, hear about favorite sushi places and pairing drinks for an exceptional culinary experience.

These are the dialogues for podcast #08: Talking about your likes and dislikes in Japanese Dialog 1 Yoshiko: ねぇ、ところで食べ物は何が好き?  – Ne, tokoro de tabemono wa nani ga suki – Hey, by the way, what food do  you like? Alex: そうだな、やっぱりお寿司かな? –  Sō da na, yappari osushi kana – Hmm, let me see…well for me I  […]

Hosts discuss their experiences in Japan in 2016, including off-the-beaten-path destinations and favorite food experiences. They announce the opening of an online school and share insights into why people study Japanese. They also talk about surprise towards a person's actions, visiting anime locations, and the term 'Kami Tedu' that describes superhuman behavior. The episode ends with reflections on 2016 and plans for the future of the podcast.

Learn useful phrases in Japanese for asking for help, the concept of 'Yamitski' and addiction, prevalence of smartphone games on trains in Japan, popularity of ramen in Los Angeles

Today’s Key phrase If you only learn one thing from this podcast, learn today’s key phrase which is: て を 貸して くれる？ Can you lend me a hand? TE O KASHITE KURERU This phrase literally translates as “Could you lend me a hand?” and it has the same meaning. This is a casual level phrase […]