Have you ever had a Japanese friend say “Let’s hang out!”… but they never followed up?In this episode, I talk about why Japanese people sometimes say “yes” — but don’t really mean it. 🤔 I also explain how indirect communication and “reading the air” (空気を読む) are important parts of Japanese culture. This podcast is great for Japanese learners who want to understand real cultural differences — all explained in simple, clear Japanese!

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