Traditional Japanese schools are notorious for their intense focus on rote memorization. Today we talk about International schools, what they are, how they compare, and whether Japan should be encouraging more!

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The term "Rogai" meaning "Old Harm" has been gaining popularity as a way to criticize old people who cause societal burdens or harm. Today we talk about the spread of this term and what it means about Japanese society

Rogai (Japanese Boomers), Sudden Asthma, Japanese TV, and More！

老害とは、咳喘息事件、バラエティー番組など！

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Despite anime being such a popular tool for learning Japanese, Japanese TV more generally is not. Today we talk about why as well as why Japanese people love it.

Japanese TV, Tamagotchi, Visa Changes, and More！

バラエティー番組、たまごっち、ビザ変更など！

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New restrictions on Permanent Residency will require applicants to have a higher income than average Japanese citizens. Today we talk about this decision, the specifics, and likely impacts.

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Working at a convenience store in Japan is stressful and generally low pay. So why is it a dream job for so many immigrants? Today we talk about it!

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The World Cup is ongoing… Which means, it's time to talk about patriotism, nationalism, and sports!

Nationalism, Bowling Tournament, Giving Up, and More！

ナショナリズム、ボーリング大会、諦めなど！

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Online Japanese communities tend to be hyper fixated on the JLPT tests, specifically the N1. But what is language learning actually like after you pass this test? And what does passing the N1 actually represent? Today we talk about it!

Life after the JLPT N1, Identity, and More！

JLPTN1の後の言語学習、アイデンティティーなど！

No, Japanese Isn't Easy (and that's ok):

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You may have heard of stan culture with regards to K Pop but have you heard of Japan's Oshi Katsu or more recently Supikatsu, a trend that involves temple prayer and worship for your favorite celebrities. Today we talk about it! SupiKatsu: https://markless.jp/blog/85

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"Ibasho" is one of those difficult to translate Japanese terms meaning "a place where you feel you belong." Today we talk about Ibasho, identity and community.

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Ibasho: (0:19)

Tour Guiding Friends: (0:19)

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Japanese culture has made large cultural impacts through many forms, but what about comedy? Today we talk about it in its many forms and discuss if it is funny or not?

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