Just Another Human

Hi, I’m Mifu. In the last episode of Just Another Human, I shared a bit about my sister. Today, I’m taking you back to January 2020, when I traveled from Japan to Ireland and England with my mom and sister to visit my brother, right before the pandemic hit. But trust me, it wasn’t all sightseeing and fun! 🚲💥

During our time in London, things took a turn when my sister and I had a big fight while biking through the city. I decided to break off from the group, chase down a flea market near Liverpool Station, and go on my own adventure—no working SIM card, no plan, just pure emotion (and a deep love for vintage shopping).

Why did we argue?
Well, let me tell you… we had a full-on sibling battle! And here’s the kicker—my sister doesn’t even remember the details! Unbelievable, right? 🤷‍♀️ But don’t worry, I’ll never forget this moment. It’s a mix of London adventures, family chaos, and some serious sibling drama. Trust me, it was unforgettable.

But this isn’t just a story about London. It’s about the human side of things: fighting with your siblings, losing your phone in a foreign country, and somehow, despite it all, finding each other again—just in time to catch a train to the airport.

You can find the script for this episode from my bio.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!"

Hi there!
I got a new script for episode #3 from my friend, a native speaker.

When I send my original script to him, he said "Some of the English is a bit harsh."

And he gave me the really cool and beautiful version. It has a fantasy-like feel to it.

So today, I'm trying to read it aloud for the first time without practicing beforehand.

And no cut!

My sister is laughing. "To be fair… she keeps life interesting."

You can find the script for this episode here.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!

Hi, I’m Mifu. In this episode of Just Another Human, I share a funny story from my life in Japan—about my clever, competitive, and slightly chaotic younger sister.

She lives in a snowy ski resort town in Japan and somehow always manages to do everything better than me… including skiing. But this time, things took a crispy turn.

13 kilograms of frozen French fries—affectionately named “Chippy”—flew into the sky after a snow-blower accident. Only in Japan, right?

This story is about growing up in a Japanese family, the sibling rivalry that shaped us, and one unforgettable moment at a ski resort café.

If you’re curious about daily life in Japan, sibling dynamics, or just love a good laugh, this one’s for you.

You can find the script for this episode from my bio.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!

You can find the script for this episode from my bio.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!

Hi, I’m Mifu. In this episode of Just Another Human, I’m talking about something I’ve struggled with my whole life—losing important things.
Keys, wallets, passports… you name it, I’ve probably left it somewhere.

Instead of blaming myself or relying on willpower, I finally started using my skills as a designer to create systems that actually work for my forgetful brain.

This episode is about how I apply UX thinking to real life—and how knowing yourself deeply is the first step to solving everyday problems.

The photo in the thumbnail is of a ring I forgot in my friend's car. She returned it to me with a cute Rilakkuma seal.

You can find the script for this episode from my bio.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!

Hi, I’m Mifu. Welcome to the very first episode of Just Another Human!
In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind why I started this podcast, why I chose to speak in English, and where the title came from.

From lonely bike rides in Tokyo to chatting with a knitter in Latvia, to snow-covered conversations in Japan—this podcast was born from small moments, kind encouragement, and a phrase that changed how I see people:
“They’re just another human.”

If you’re someone who loves radio, design, travel, or language learning, I hope you’ll stick around 💬🎧

You can find the script for this episode from my bio.
If you're just another human, not AI, and you notice any unnatural phrases or pronunciations, please let me know!