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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

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Featured image for Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123Background image for Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese. Topics Discussed How AI and translation software are making it unnecessary…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese. Topics Discussed How AI and translation software are making it unnecessary…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese folklore with Thersa Matsuura of the Uncanny Japan podcast. 👉Topics Discussed About Japanese folklore About yokai About…

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese folklore with Thersa Matsuura of the Uncanny Japan podcast. 👉Topics Discussed About Japanese folklore About yokai About…

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New online learning resource: "IRODORI - Japanese for Life in Japan"...

New online learning resource: "IRODORI - Japanese for Life in Japan" The Japan Foundat...

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Why are vegetables so insulting in Japanese? | Japan Station 162/Ichimon Japan 14

This episode of Japan Station is a rebroadcast of Ichimon Japan episode 12. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why are vegetables so unsulting in Japanese? On this episode we…

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Why do Japanese train stations do that? | Japan Station 166/Ichimon Japan 03

This episode was originally released as episode 3 of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Today's Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why do Japanese train stations do that?…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japanese Culture & the Japanese Language

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10 Great Anime for Learning Japanese

Love anime and want to learn Japanese? Here are 10 anime for a fun and engaging way to familiarize yourself with the language.

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Why life in Aomori is so DIFFERENT | Japan Station 194

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about some of the unique aspects of living in Aomori Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed What it's like living in…

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Why life in Aomori is so DIFFERENT | Japan Station 194

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about some of the unique aspects of living in Aomori Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed What it’s like living in Aomori Prefecture…

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Featured image for Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119Background image for Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why LIES are RED in Japanese (Japanese idioms that use 赤/red) | Japan Station 178

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about Japanese idioms involving the color red (赤, aka, seki). For example, have you ever wondered why lies are red…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japanese Culture & the Japanese Language

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A Guide to Japanese Hotels! Tips & Tricks for Japan Travelers | Japan Station 144

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about hotels in Japan! This episode will give you all the information you need to know before you come visit…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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What is wasei eigo? (Funny "Japanese" English) | Japan Station 179/Ichimon Japan 71

This episode was originally broadcast as an episode of Ichimon Japan. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What is wasei eigo? (Funny "Japanese" English) Topics Discussed…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japanese Culture & the Japanese Language

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Why is Japanese TV so bad? | Ichimon Japan 70

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This documentary reveals why Japan is the way it is?! (Ema Ryan Yamazaki) | Japan Station 177

On this episode of Japan Station, we're joined by documentary filmmaker Ema Ryan Yamazaki to talk about her latest documentary The Making of a Japanese and her latest short documentary…

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The Etymology of the Japanese Word for FART | Japan Station 125

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTz_kge7Puk   On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the origin of the Japanese word for "fart" (onara, おなら).

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Featured image for What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199Background image for What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199

What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about interesting words related to aging and shoulders and a weird ECC commercial. 👉Topics Discussed 四十肩ō And much…

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What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199

On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about interesting words related to aging and shoulders and a weird ECC commercial. 👉Topics Discussed What shijūkata (ū四十肩) is What…

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Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119

On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Are…

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Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119

On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Are…

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Why you should visit YAMAGATA! | Japan Station 197

On this episode of Japan Station, Alex Litz of Expedition Japan joins us to talk about tourism in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture and places/events to check out during a…

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Why you should visit YAMAGATA! | Japan Station 197

On this episode of Japan Station, Alex Litz of Expedition Japan joins us to talk about tourism in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture and places/events to check out during a…

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My Experiences on Learning Japanese for 10 Years and Why You Should Do It

Last time, I shared some of the tools I use to solve the remember the Kanji problem and what I use as my dictionary. It’s been a little…

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The 10 Best Phone Apps for Learning Japanese

Find your new favorite app to level up your Japanese!

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Let’s Play: 5 More Games for Learning Japanese

When it comes to learning Japanese, there are various approaches you can take. Some rely solely on textbooks, while others...

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.…

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.…

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Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125

This time we're taking a deep dive into the history of the Japanese word for fart: onara. Where did it come from? What is its true meaning? What…

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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120

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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the worst 3 mistakes I made while learning Japanese. Topics Discussed About the history of Kabosu the Shibainu…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the worst 3 mistakes I made while learning Japanese. Topics Discussed About the history of Kabosu the Shibainu…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125

This time we're taking a deep dive into the history of the Japanese word for fart: onara. Where did it come from? What is its true meaning? What…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120

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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120

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Why Japanese Cyberpunk is Different

Cyberpunk, the anxieties of the nineties traced in neon and thrown across billboards. It appeared as it was all too late to believe the lies of high modernist…

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Learning Japanese through Manga

Is reading manga good for learning Japanese?

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How do Japanese names work? | Japan Station 196/Ichimon Japan 28

This is a re-release of Ichimon Japan episode 28. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: How do Japanese names work? Topics Discussed How people in…

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How do Japanese names work? | Japan Station 196/Ichimon Japan 28

This is a re-release of Ichimon Japan episode 28. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: How do Japanese names work? Topics Discussed How people in Japan…

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The Best Hiphop and Rap Songs For Learning Japanese

Are you a fan of hip hop and self studying? Then you'll want to check out the best rap songs for learning Japanese.

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Understanding Christmas in Japan (About Japanese Christmas) | Japan Station 187/Ichimon Japan 67

This is a re-broadcast of episode 65 of the Ichimon Japan podcast (originally published on 12/21/2022). On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What is Christmas like…

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Wind Breaker Is A Pointless Show

Cloverworks really needs to stop putting good animation on scenes that don’t need it.

Standing On My Neck

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123: RRR is Anime

The Sickos watched the movie RRR and are now moving to India. We apply our perfect movie rating system to RRR determining its quality objectively (it's good) and…

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10 Japanese Abbreviations & Contractions To Know! | Japan Station 137

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese abbreviations/contractions, give 12 examples and discuss their origins. 👉Topics Discussed About abbreviations and contractions in Japanese…

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