2. Japanese Word Play? Shiritori /言葉遊び（し...

While preparing for a trip with my mom, I noticed our 金銭感覚(kin-sen kankaku - our sense of money) was completely different. I’m a minimalist saver, while she enjoys shopping and new experiences. In this episode, I share our story, introduce useful Japanese vocabulary, and invite y ... Show More

In Japan, people often resolve workplace conflicts without saying things directly. This episode reveals four common approaches—consulting a third party, keeping distance, gentle communication, and using HR—based on real-life examples. Gain insight into indirect communication, sub ... Show More

On a trip back to my parents’ home, I found old photos, purikura, and stories that brought my childhood back to life. Was I shy? Adventurous? Maybe a little unexpected? In this lighthearted episode, I talk about the traits that shaped little me, how some things have changed, and ... Show More

Learn a phrase about talking too much. 

「日本語は難しい！」と言う人は多いですが、本当に日本語は難しいのでしょうか？逆に、日本語以外の言語、例えば英語とかは簡単なのでしょうか？そもそも言語に難しいとか簡単とかってあるんでしょうか？今日はそんなお話。 

Practice speaking English with me, as your friend today in a "repeat after me" English lesson. I'll teach you some common phrases that English speakers use to make their speech sound quicker and you will repeat the phrase. In this English lesson, I am not going to be speaking lik ... Show More

A lot of students tell me that they are trying to think in English to speak English faster. In this episode I wanted to explain what the quickest way to speak is. 

Learn a phrase about talking nonsense. 

Do you have difficulty speaking in English. Sometimes the hardest part is to start a conversation. In this podcast, we will discuss how to start a conversation in any situation. 

Listening to natural conversational English is the most effective way to understand and replicate native English speakers.