Japanese Video Podcast with Shota

Japanese Video Podcast with Shota

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  • 10 Easy Japanese Words to Start Small Talk (Beginner Friendly)｜EP008

    Want to start a conversation in Japanese but don’t know what to say?

    In this episode, you’ll learn 10 super easy Japanese words that are perfect for small talk.


    👉 What you’ll learn:


    • こんにちは (Hello)

    • ありがとう (Thank you)

    • すごい (Amazing)

    • かわいい (Cute)

    • おいしい (Delicious)

    • はじめまして (Nice to meet you)

    • はい／いいえ (Yes / No)

    • どうぞ (Here you go / Go ahead)

    • お元気ですか (How are you?)

    • よろしくお願いします (Please take care of me / Nice to work with you)



    These short and simple words will help you break the ice, connect with people, and sound more natural in everyday Japanese conversations.


    Perfect for beginners, travelers, and anyone who wants to start speaking Japanese right away!

    19 min
  • From Bottom of the Class to Fluent: How I Mastered English (and Even Italian)｜EP004

    I used to be at the very bottom of my class in English.

    Today, I can speak English fluently—and I even learned Italian.


    In this episode, I share the secrets behind my language learning journey:


    • How I overcame the fear of being “bad at languages”

    • The study methods that actually worked for me

    • Why mindset and consistency are more powerful than talent

    • What I learned from tackling not just English, but also Italian



    If you’ve ever struggled with learning a language or felt discouraged by grades, this episode will give you both inspiration and practical strategies to keep going.

    25 min
  • 7 Essential Japanese Phrases for Restaurants｜EP003

    Heading to a Japanese restaurant? 🍣 Don’t miss these 7 must-know phrases that will make your dining experience smoother and more authentic.


    👉 In this episode, you’ll learn:


    • 何名さま (How many people?)

    • おすすめ (Recommendation)

    • おかわり (Refill / another serving)

    • おしぼり (Wet towel)

    • いただきます (Said before eating)

    • おいしい (Delicious)

    • ごちそうさま (Said after eating)



    We’ll explain what each phrase means, when to use it, and how to sound natural in a Japanese restaurant setting. Perfect for beginners, travelers, and food lovers who want to enjoy Japanese dining like a local!

    26 min
  • 5 Common Mistakes Japanese Learners Make (and How to Fix Them)EP002｜

    In this episode, we explore five common mistakes beginner Japanese learners often make—and how you can avoid them.


    👉 Topics we cover:


    1. Worrying too much about being formal

    2. Confusing “は” (wa) and “が” (ga)

    3. Overusing “あなた” (you)

    4. Getting stuck with negative questions

    5. Saying the subject too often



    By the end of this lesson, you’ll understand why these mistakes happen, how native speakers really use these expressions, and how to sound more natural in your Japanese conversations.


    Perfect for beginners who want to build confidence and avoid the most common pitfalls!

    26 min
  • Learn Japanese Self-Introduction | Native Japanese Trilingual Podcast #001

    Welcome to Episode 001 of my Trilingual Japanese Tutorial Video Podcast.

    I am a native Japanese speaker fluent in English (and more), here to help you learn Japanese naturally with clear, fluent English explanations.


    In this episode:


    • How to introduce yourself in Japanese step by step

    • Key phrases for beginners (perfect for travel, study, or business)

    • My own self-introduction in Japanese so you can hear how it is really used

    • Tips on pronunciation and cultural context



    This series is designed like a video podcast tutorial—relaxed, easy to follow, and full of practical Japanese you can start using right away.


    Perfect for:


    • Beginners learning Japanese

    • Travelers preparing for Japan

    • Language enthusiasts who want authentic Japanese explained clearly in English



    Subscribe for more weekly episodes where I share Japanese lessons, cultural tips, and trilingual perspectives.


    #LearnJapanese #JapanesePodcast #JapaneseForBeginners #SelfIntroduction #Trilingual #JapaneseLesson #JapaneseLanguage #HowToIntroduceYourself #NativeJapanese #LanguageLearning

    28 min
  • Ep.15 Harvest season.
    -Question of the day-
    1.旬とはなんですか。/What is "Shun"?
    2.秋が旬の野菜にはどのようなものがありますか。/What vegetables are in "Shun" in the fall?
    3.なぜ日本では野菜の旬が大切ですか。/Why is the "Shun" of vegetables important in Japan?
    -Today's topic-
    野菜には、旬というものがあります。
    There is "Shun" in vegetables.
    旬とは、その野菜が一番おいしい時期のことです。
    "Shun" refers to the time of year when the vegetable is at its best.
    例えば、秋が旬の野菜には、にんじんやじゃがいもがあります。
    For example, vegetables in "Shun" in fall include carrots and potatoes.
    旬の時期には、含まれる栄養素の量も増えます。
    Also, the amount of nutrients it contains increases when it is in "Shun".
    四季のある日本にとって、野菜の旬は料理で大切な考えです。
    For Japan, with its four seasons, the ”Shun" of vegetables is an important culinary concept.
    -Question of the day-
    1.旬とはなんですか。/What is "Shun"?
    A. The time of year when the vegetable is at its best.
    2.秋が旬の野菜にはどのようなものがありますか。/What vegetables are in "Shun" in the fall?
    A.Carrots, and potatoes.
    3.なぜ日本では野菜の旬が大切ですか。/Why is the "Shun" of vegetables important in Japan?
    A.Because Japan has four seasons.
    -Phrases of the day-
    1.野菜/yasai/vegetables
    2.旬/shun/season
    3.自然/shizen/nature
    4.栄養素/eiyouso/nutrients
    5.四季/shiki/season
    9 min
  • Ep.14 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
    -Questions of the day-
    １．秋分の日は何をする日ですか。/What do they do at the day of Shubun ?
    ２．秋のお彼岸は何日間ですか。/How many days is the Aki no ohigan?
    ３．秋分の日には何を食べますか。/What do they eat at the day of Shubun?
    -Today's Topic-
    9月23日は秋分の日です。/
    September 23 is the Autumnal Equinox Day
    秋分の日は祖先を敬い、亡くなった人を偲ぶための祝日です。/
    Autumnal equinox day is a holiday to honor ancestors and remember those who have passed away.
    秋分の日から前後３日間は「秋のお彼岸」と呼ばれています。/
    The three days before and after the autumnal equinox are known as the "Aki no Ohigan".
    この１週間、日本では家族でお墓参りに行ったり、仏壇に手を合わせるなど、先祖を供養します。/
    During this week in Japan, families make offerings to their ancestors by visiting graves and laying hands on Buddhist altars.
    秋分の日にはおはぎを食べる習慣があります。/
    It is customary to eat o-hagi on the autumnal equinox.
    おはぎはお餅をごまやあんこで包んだ食べ物です。/
    Ohagi is food made of rice cake wrapped in sesame or red bean paste.
    -Questions of the day-
    １．秋分の日は何をする日ですか。/What is the day of Shubun ?
    A. 祖先を敬い、亡くなった人を偲ぶための祝日です。
    It is a holiday to honor ancestors and remember those who have passed away.
    ２．秋のお彼岸は何日間ですか。/How many days is the Aki no ohigan?
    A. 7日間、１週間 /7 days (A week)
    ３．秋分の日には何を食べますか。/What do they eat at the day of Shubun?
    A.おはぎ ohagi
    -Phrases of the day-
    1. 秋/ aki /autumn
    2. 偲ぶ/shinobu/ to yearn for people who passed away
    3. お墓参り/ ohaka mairi/ to pay a visit to one's ancestor's grave
    4. 先祖/senzo/anscestor
    5. おはぎ/ohagi/ rice cake wrapped in sesame or red bean paste.
    8 min
  • Ep.13 My favorite historical figure “Rekishi no ijin” 歴史の偉人
    -Questions of the day-
    1.渋沢栄一さんは何とよばれていますか？/What is Eiichi Shibusawa also known as？
    A.日本経済の父/Father of the Japanese Economy
    2.渋沢栄一さんは何時代に生まれましたか？/In what era was Eiichi Shibusawa born?
    A.幕末、または江戸時代後期/At the end of Edo era.
    3.渋沢栄一さんが書いた本は何ですか？/What’s the title of the book that Eiichi Shibusawa wrote?
    A. 論語と算盤/"Analects and the Arithmetic"
    -Today’s Article-
    私は歴史が大好きです。今日は、好きな歴史の偉人を一人紹介します。
    I love history. Today, I would like to introduce one of my favorite historical figures.
    彼の名前は渋沢栄一さんで、”日本経済の父”とも呼ばれる人です。
    His name is Eiichi Shibusawa, also known as the "father of the Japanese economy.”
    彼は多くの偉業を成し遂げましたが、”幕末”と呼ばれる江戸時代後期から明治時代に活躍しました。
    He accomplished many great things, but he was active from the late Edo period to the Meiji period, which is called “Bakumatsu”
    海外から多くを学び、人としての生き方と経済のあるべき姿を”論語と算盤”という本で伝えられました。
    He learned a great deal from abroad, and his book "Analects and the Arithmetic" taught him how to live as a human being and what the economy should be.
    彼がいなかったら、明治時代以降の日本経済の発展はなかったでしょう。
    Without him, the Japanese economy would not have developed after the Meiji period.
    -Questions of the day-
    1.渋沢栄一さんは何とよばれていますか？/What is Eiichi Shibusawa also known as？
    A.日本経済の父/Father of the Japanese Economy
    2.渋沢栄一さんは何時代に生まれましたか？/In what era was Eiichi Shibusawa born?
    A.幕末、または江戸時代後期/At the end of Edo era.
    3.渋沢栄一さんが書いた本は何ですか？/What’s the title of the book that Eiichi Shibusawa wrote?
    A. 論語と算盤/"Analects and the Arithmetic"
    -Phrases of the day-
    1.歴史/rekishi/history
    2.経済/keizai/economy
    3.偉業を成し遂げる/igyou wo nashitogeru/to accomplish great things
    4.あるべき姿/arubeki sugata/what it should be
    5.発展/hatten/development
    8 min
  • Ep.12 Raising a child in Japan “Ikuji” 育児
    -Intro-
    Hi everyone!
    Long time no see, but I’m so happy to tell you that I’ve renewed my instagram contents.
    I’ve also started posting on Tiktok, too. I’d appreciate your feedback on them, too!
    -Questions of the day-
    1.翔太の娘は何歳ですか？/How old is Shota’s daughter?
    2.翔太は何に驚いていますか？/What is Shota amazed at about his daughter?
    3.日本で育児休暇は一般的ですか？/Is childcare leave common in Japan?
    -Today’s topic
    僕には2歳の娘がいます
    I have a two year old daughter.
    最近、日本語と英語の言葉を少しづつ覚えています
    Lately, she has been learning a few words in Japanese and English.
    毎日できることが増えていて、とても驚きます
    I am so amazed at how much more she is able to do everyday!
    僕は在宅勤務なのと育児休暇も自由にとれるのでとても感謝をしていますが、
    I work from home and have the freedom to take parental leave, for which I am very grateful.
    一般的に日本の会社は出社が義務で育児休暇も取れないので大変です
    But in general, Japanese companies require you to come to work, and you can't take parental leave, so it's very difficult.
    もっと柔軟な社会になってほしいなと感じます
    I feel like we need a more flexible society.
    -Questions of the day-
    1.翔太の娘は何歳ですか？/How old is Shota’s daughter?
    A.Two.
    2.翔太は何に驚いていますか？/What is Shota amazed at about his daughter?
    A.At how much more she is able to do everyday.
    3.日本で育児休暇は一般的ですか？/Is childcare leave common in Japan?
    A. Not yet, but it’s becoming common year by year.
    -Phrases of the day-
    1.娘/musume/daughter
    2.覚える/oboeru/to remember
    3.在宅勤務/zaitaku kinmu/working from home
    4.育児休暇/ikuji kyuuka/childcare leave
    5.柔軟な/juunan na/flexible
    8 min

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