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EP9：University entrance examination

Hi! This is Coo.

In today’s episode, I talk about university entrance exams in Japan!

🎙️ What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ How Japanese university entrance exams work: National vs. private universities

✔ Why Japanese university entrance exams are "one-shot tests"

✔ How the U.S. admission process differs: SAT, ACT, GPA, essays & extracurricular activities

✔ What is the EJU (Japanese University Admission for International Students)?

Did you know that Japanese university entrance exams happen only once a year?

This episode explores the high-pressure system of Japan’s university admissions,

how it compares to the U.S., and how international students can apply through the EJU exam.

🌟 Questions for You!

How does university admission work in your country?

What do you think about Japan’s university entrance exams?

Let me know in the comments! ✨

🔗 Links

Instagram: ⁠@niongolingo⁠

Youtube:⁠@NIHONGO_LINGO⁠

📢 Hashtags

#UniversityEntranceExam #JapanEducation #StudyAbroad #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO

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Hi! This is Coo.
Today's episode is all about the anime and manga "Medalist"—a story centered around figure skating!

Why did I choose this topic?
1️⃣ Because both my child practices figure skating.
2️⃣ Because the manga author’s personal story and the deep connections between fans and creators fascinated me!

📝 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ What is Medalist, and who is the main character?
✔ Why is the protagonist, Inori, so relatable for many people?
✔ The struggles of learning new skills and the power of having something you truly love.
✔ The incredible fan-to-creator connections—how the voice actress and the theme song were chosen.
✔ Why famous Japanese artist Kenshi Yonezu became involved with Medalist and created the opening song!

✨ Questions for You!

• Do you have a favorite anime or manga?
• What do you love about it?
  Let me know in the comments!

🔗 Links

• Instagram: @niongolingo
• Youtube:@NIHONGO_LINGO

📢 Hashtags
#Medalist #フィギュアスケート #AnimeLovers #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO

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EP6：How to Separate Trash in Japan

Hi! This is Coo.

Today’s episode is all about garbage separation in Japan!

What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ What does "分別" (bunbetsu) mean?

✔ Why are Japan’s garbage rules different in each city?

✔ What’s the difference between “burnable” and “non-burnable” trash?

✔ What is “生ゴミ” (nama gomi)? Understanding tricky Japanese trash names

✔ My struggles with trash separation in Cebu, Philippines

✔ The town in Japan that separates trash into 45 categories!

Whether you live in Japan or are just visiting, you might have struggled with how to throw away trash properly.

Let’s talk about Japan’s unique garbage separation system and how it affects recycling and the environment!

🌟 Questions for You!

What kind of garbage rules are there in your country?

Have you ever been confused by Japan’s trash separation system?

Let me know in the comments! ✨

🔗 Links

Instagram:@niongolingo

Youtube:@NIHONGO_LINGO

📢 Hashtags

#GarbageSeparation #JapaneseLifestyle #Recycling #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO

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EP6：Tokyo's packed trains

Hi! This is Coo.

In today’s episode, I’ll talk about Tokyo’s rush hour trains!

What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ How crowded Tokyo’s trains are & the surprising number of passengers at Shinjuku Station

✔ My experiences with rush hour trains & women-only cars

✔ The differences between Osaka and Tokyo’s train culture

✔ Why do people seem "cold" on the train? The reasons behind it

✔ Travel tips to avoid rush hour when visiting Japan

🌟 Questions for You!

What is commuting like in your country?

Have you ever had a tough experience on a crowded train?

Let me know in the comments! ✨

🔗 Links

Instagram: ⁠@nihongolingo⁠

YouTube:⁠@NIHONGO_LINGO⁠

Subtitles are available in youtube videos. ↑

★Vocabulary and comprehension check

Links to the Vocabulary and comprehension check can be found in the community posts on the Youtube channel and in the Instagram highlights! Please give it a try!

📢 Hashtags

#RushHour #TokyoTrains #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO

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Episode 5：Medical Insurance in Japan

Hi! This is Coo.

Today’s topic might be a bit challenging: Japan’s health insurance system!

What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ How Japan’s health insurance works (Shaho & Kokuho)

✔ The role of patient ID cards and insurance cards at hospitals

✔ Differences in medical costs for children, adults, and seniors

Japan’s healthcare system is designed to support many people, but it can be complex. In this episode, I break it down for you!

🌟 Questions for You!

How does health insurance work in your country?

How do you pay for hospital visits? Share in the comments!

🔗 Links

Instagram: @nihongolingo

YouTube:@NIHONGO_LINGO

Subtitles are available in youtube videos. ↑

★Vocabulary and comprehension check

Links to the Vocabulary and comprehension check can be found in the community posts on the Youtube channel and in the Instagram highlights! Please give it a try!

📢 Hashtags

#HealthcareSystem #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO #JapanHealthcare

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Episode 4：Japanese sweets

Good evening! This is Coo.

In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the beauty of Japanese traditional sweets, “Nerikiri.”

What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ The unique features and history of Nerikiri

✔ My experience creating winter-themed Nerikiri: “Kambotan” and “Fukuume”

✔ Why matcha and Nerikiri make the perfect pair

Nerikiri is a stunning Japanese sweet that reflects the beauty of nature and the seasons.

Even beginners can try making it through workshops, so give it a shot if you’re interested!

🌟 Questions for You!

Does your country have any special or traditional sweets?

Which Japanese wagashi (traditional sweets) would you like to try?

Share your thoughts in the comments!✨

🔗 Links

Instagram: @nihongolingo

Photos of my Nerikiri: YouTube channel

Subtitles：check CC on YouTube

📢 Hashtags

#JapaneseSweets #Wagashi #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO

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Episode 3：Earthquake in Japan

Good evening!

This is Coo. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with earthquakes, especially the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11, 2011.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✔ Why earthquakes are so common in Japan and how they affect daily life

✔ My personal story of experiencing a major earthquake

✔ How people in Japan prepare for disasters

✔ The background and impact of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake

Disasters can happen in any country, but earthquakes are particularly frequent in Japan.What kind of natural disasters occur in your country? How do you prepare for them?Let me know in the comments!

🔗 Links

Instagram: @nihongolingo

📢 Hashtags#LearnJapanese #Podcast #Earthquake #DisasterPreparedness #NIHONGOLINGO

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Episode 2: Draw a fortune slip

Good evening! This is Coo. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the Japanese New Year tradition of omikuji!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✔ The meaning and background of omikuji

✔ How the word omikuji is constructed

✔ The lucky rankings from daikichi (great fortune) to kyou (bad luck)

✔ The connection between omikuji and the gods

Let’s enjoy learning Japanese while exploring its culture!

Do you have a similar tradition in your country?

Let me know in the comments!

🔗 Useful Links

Instagram: ⁠@nihongolingo⁠

📢 Hashtags

#LearnJapanese #Podcast #NIHONGOLINGO

🍎 Welcome to the first episode of NIHONGO LINGO! 🍎

Episode 1: About me

Good evening!

I'm Coo, your host of this podcast.

In NIHONGO LINGO, we explore Japanese language and culture through everyday topics in a fun and relaxing way.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✔ A little about me, your host, Coo

✔ The purpose and vision behind this podcast

✔ A special message for all listeners

Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together!

Feel free to share your thoughts or questions in the comments.

Stay tuned for the next episode, where we’ll talk about “Omikuji” (Fortune slips) !

🔗 Useful Links

​Instagram: @nihongolingo

📢 Hashtags#LearnJapanese #Podcast #NIHONGOLINGO