🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP29: Japanese Words with “Do”
Hi, it’s Coo!
This time, we’re exploring fun and expressive Japanese words that begin with “ど” (do) — not donuts or donguri, but words like dokonjō (guts), dosutoraiku (totally my type), and domannaka (dead center)! 🍡
You’ll learn where this strong prefix comes from, how it’s used in phrases like “超ド級” (super “Do”-class!), and why “doaho” sounds totally different depending on where you’re from in Japan.
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What’s the “do” in dokonjō, dokinchō, domannaka?
✔ “超ド級” — what’s stronger than strong!?
✔ “Aho” vs “Baka” — Kansai vs Kanto culture clash
✔ Phrase of the Day: “dowasure” — when your brain totally blanks out
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#DoWords #JapaneseSlang #Dowasure #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP29：「ど」がつく言葉
こんばんは、NIHONGO LINGOのくうです！
今回は、「ど根性」「どストライク」「ど真ん中」など、
“ど”がつく日本語の表現をたくさんご紹介します！
実はこの「ど」には、関西弁や戦艦、若者言葉など、いろんなルーツがあるんです。
「超ド級」のように、強調をさらに重ねちゃう言い方も登場しますよ〜！
そして、今日のフレーズは…
📝 「ど忘れ」！
言いたいことをうっかり忘れたときによく使う言葉です♪
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「ど」の意味って？very/superとの違い
✔ 「超ド級」ってどれだけすごいの！？
✔ 「アホ」と「バカ」の受け取り方の違い（関西vs関東）
✔ 今日のフレーズ：「ど忘れ」のリアルな使い方！
📢 「おもしろかった！」「役に立った！」と思ったら、
チャンネルのフォロー＆YouTubeの字幕もチェックしてね！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#どのつく言葉 #ど忘れ #日本語スラング #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP28: What is Tanabata?
Hi, it’s Coo!
This time, we’re diving into one of Japan’s most charming summer traditions — Tanabata, or the Star Festival 🎋
Why is it pronounced “Tanabata” and not “Shichiseki”?
What’s the story of the “Tanabatatsume” woman?
And how do different regions in Japan celebrate it?
📌In this episode:
✔ Why “Tanabata” is read that way
✔ A mix of Chinese legends and Japanese rituals
✔ How places like Sendai and Katano celebrate
✔ Phrase of the day: How to use “〜you ni” to make wishes!
🌟Questions for You!
・What would you write on a wish strip?
・Does your culture have a way to make wishes on stars?
Let me know in the comments or on Instagram!
🔗Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢Hashtags
#Tanabata #LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP28：七夕（たなばた）ってどんな日？
こんばんは、NIHONGO LINGOのくうです！
今回のテーマは、日本の夏の伝統行事「七夕」🎋
「七夕（たなばた）」ってどうしてそう読むの？
「棚機女（たなばたつめ）」って？
そして、日本のいろんな地域での七夕の楽しみ方もご紹介します！
📌今回のエピソードのポイント
✔「七夕」の読み方のひみつ
✔ 中国の伝説と日本の行事がミックス！？
✔ 仙台・交野など、地域によって違う七夕
✔ 今日のフレーズ：「〜ように」の使い方！
🌟質問タイム！
・あなたの願いごとは何ですか？
・あなたの国にも「星に願う」文化、ありますか？
ぜひコメントで教えてくださいね〜！
🔗リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢ハッシュタグ
#七夕 #棚機 #日本語学習 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP27: What does “mashi” mean in Japanese?
Konbanwa! It’s Coo from NIHONGO LINGO 🌙
In this episode, we’re exploring the word “mashi”, which is used when comparing two not-so-great things — and picking the less bad one! 😅
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What kind of adjective is “mashi”?
✔ Common phrases like “yori mashi,” “mada mashi,” and “mashi na hou”
✔ How “dochira ka to ieba” compares to “mashi”
✔ And yes… I bought an apple plushie! 🍏
🌟 Question for You!
When was the last time you thought, “Well… this is still better than nothing”?
Let me know on Instagram or YouTube!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#MashiInJapanese #JapaneseGrammarTips #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP27：「まし」という言葉の使い方
こんばんは〜！NIHONGO LINGOのくうです！🌙
今回は、２つの“ちょっとイヤなこと”を比べて、
少しだけマシなほうを選ぶときによく使う言葉、「まし」を紹介します！
📌 今回のトピック：
✔ 「まし」ってどんな形容詞？文法ポイントをやさしく説明
✔ 「〜よりまし」「まだまし」「ましなほう」など定番フレーズ集
✔ 「どちらかといえば」との違いもチェック！
✔ そして…くうが買ったぬいぐるみの話も！？笑
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
最近、「これのほうがまだましだな〜」って思ったこと、ありますか？
ぜひInstagramやYouTubeでシェアしてくださいね！
🔗リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#ましってどういう意味 #日本語文法 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP26：Eye surgery
Hi, it’s Coo!
This time, I’ll share a surprising experience — I had to get eye surgery all of a sudden! 👁️💦
It started with a stye… but ended in laser treatment for holes in my retina.
I’ll walk you through the whole process: the exams, the diagnosis, the cost, and the emotions!
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What does “検査する (kensa suru)” mean?
✔ What kind of tests do you get at the eye doctor?
✔ A firsthand story of laser eye surgery in Japan
✔ How much does it cost with Japanese health insurance?
🌟 Question for You!
Have you ever had eye trouble or unexpected surgery?
What’s healthcare like in your country?
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#LearnJapanese #RetinaSurgery #KensaSuru #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP26：目の手術！？
こんばんは、くうです🍎
今回は、目の手術をすることになった話をシェアします👁️💦
はじまりは「ものもらい」だったんですが、
検査をしたらなんと…網膜に穴が2つ！
すぐにレーザー手術を受けることになって、びっくりの連続でした！
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「検査する」ってどんな意味？
✔ 眼科で受けるいろんな検査
✔ 日本で目の手術を受けた体験談
✔ 健康保険を使ったらいくらかかった？
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
・目のトラブルや、急な手術の経験はありますか？
・あなたの国の医療制度はどうですか？
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#日本語学習 #目の手術 #検査する #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP25：Words that describe rain in Japanese
Hi, it’s Coo!
In this episode, we’re talking about Japanese words that describe the sound and strength of rain — perfect for the rainy season in Japan, known as tsuyu! 🌧️
We’ll explore how different rain sounds have different names in Japanese, from gentle potsu potsu to intense dosha-buri.
You’ll also hear a classic proverb about growth after the storm!
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What’s the difference between potsu potsu, para para, and shito shito?
✔ Why is “kosame” used in weather forecasts?
✔ What is “dosha-buri”? And how is it different from “zāzā”?
✔ Phrase of the day: “Ame futte ji katamaru” — and how to use it!
🌟 Question for You!
Does your language have words or sounds for different kinds of rain?
Let me know in the comments or on Instagram!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#RainWords #LearnJapanese #EasyJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP25：雨の言葉
こんばんは〜！NIHONGO LINGOのくうです🍎
今回は、日本の6月によくふる「雨」にまつわる日本語を紹介します☔
「ぽつぽつ」「ぱらぱら」「しとしと」など、雨の音や強さを表すオノマトペって面白いですよね！
「土砂降り」「小雨」などの天気用語や、「雨降って地固まる」ということわざも出てきますよ〜！
📌 今日のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「ぽつぽつ」「しとしと」「ザーザー」…どう違う？
✔ 「小雨」はなんて読む？予報でよく出てくる言葉！
✔ 「土砂降り」と「ゲリラ豪雨」の話
✔ 今日のフレーズ：「雨降って地固まる」ってどんな意味？
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
あなたの国には、雨にまつわる言葉や音の表現ってありますか？
ぜひコメントで教えてください！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#雨の言葉 #やさしい日本語 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP24：Quiet Quitting
Hi, it’s Coo!
Today’s topic is the buzzword “Quiet Quitting” — a new way of thinking about work that’s been spreading on social media.
It doesn’t mean you’re quitting your job — it means you stop overworking and protect your time and energy 🧘♀️💼
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What “quiet quitting” actually means
✔ Where the phrase came from (Hint: TikTok!)
✔ My thoughts on time, life, and motivation
✔ Phrase of the day: “Sore na〜” = “I feel you!”
🌟 Question for You!
Do people talk about quiet quitting in your country too?
Let me know what you think in the comments or on Instagram🍀
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#QuietQuitting #JapanesePodcast #SoreNa #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語（JP）＝＝＝
EP24：静かな退職
こんにちは、くうです！
今回は、最近話題の「静かな退職」についてお話しします🧘♀️💼
「退職」といっても、会社を辞めることではなくて、がんばりすぎない働き方のことなんです。
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「静かな退職」ってどんな意味？
✔ 言葉の由来と、TikTokがきっかけ！？
✔ くうが思う「命と時間」の話
✔ 今日のフレーズは「それな〜」！共感の一言！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
・あなたの国にも「静かな退職」みたいな考え方はありますか？
・共感したところ、びっくりしたところ、ぜひコメントで教えてくださいね🍀
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#静かな退職 #日本語ポッドキャスト #それな #やさしい日本語 #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP23：Words related to green tea
Hi, it’s Coo!
This time, we’re exploring unique Japanese expressions related to green tea — yes, green tea! 🍵
You’ll learn what it means to “cloud tea,” why standing tea stems are lucky, and how “mechakucha” ties in!
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What does “cha wo nigosu” (to cloud tea) mean?
✔ Why would you “boil tea with your belly button”?
✔ Fun expressions like “chabashira” and “chakasu”
✔ Phrase of the day: “mechakucha” — and how to use it!
🌟 Questions for You!
Do you have expressions related to tea or drinks in your language?
Tell me in the comments or on Instagram!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#JapaneseTeaIdioms #Mechakucha #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP23：お茶にまつわる言葉
こんにちは、くうです！
今回は、日本語にたくさん登場する「お茶」に関係した表現やことわざをご紹介します🍵
日常会話にもよく出てくる言葉ばかりなので、日本語がもっと楽しくなるはずです！
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「茶を濁す」ってどんな時に使う？
✔ 「へそで茶を沸かす」ってどういう意味？
✔ 「茶柱が立つ」「茶化す」など、おもしろ表現を解説！
✔ 今日のフレーズは「滅茶苦茶」！形容動詞としての使い方も！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
・あなたの国にも「お茶」に関係した表現はありますか？
・「茶を濁す」みたいなごまかし方、言語によって違いがありますか？
コメントで教えてくださいね！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#お茶の表現 #日本語ことわざ #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP22：What Do “Yabai” and “Egui” Really Mean?
Hi, it’s Coo!
Today I’m talking about two of the most expressive and flexible Japanese words: “Yabai” and “Egui”!
These words can mean anything from “terrible” to “amazing” — and you’ll hear them everywhere in Japan!
By the way… this episode’s upload was a little late — thanks for your patience!
📌 In This Episode:
✔ What does “yabai” really mean?
✔ Where does “egui” come from?
✔ Other fun words like “meroi” and “ragui”
✔ How to use “〜sugiru” naturally in conversation
🌟 Questions for You!
Do you have words in your language that mean both “good” and “bad”?
Have you ever used “yabai” or “egui”? Tell me how! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#Yabai #Egui #JapaneseExpressions #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝＝
EP22：「ヤバいとエグい」ってどういう意味？
こんにちは、くうです！
今日は、日本語でとてもよく使われている表現「ヤバい」と「エグい」についてお話しします。
ポジティブにもネガティブにも使える不思議な言葉たちを、事例を交えて紹介しますよ！
今回はちょっと編集が遅れてしまいました〜！待っててくれた方、ごめんなさい！
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 「ヤバい」って本当はどういう意味？
✔ 「エグい」は元々どんな言葉？
✔ 「メロい」「ラグい」など、新しい表現も紹介！
✔ 「〜すぎる」を使ったリアクションのコツも解説！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
・あなたの国にも、意味が広くて面白い言葉はありますか？
・「ヤバい」って使ったことありますか？どんな時に？
コメントでぜひ教えてください！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#ヤバいってなに #エグい #日本語表現 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP21: Bento Culture
Hi, this is Coo!
In this episode, I talk about Japan’s unique bento (lunch box) culture.
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ What makes Japanese bentos special (nutrition, balance, and beauty)
✔ My experience with school lunches in Australia
✔ How I started making bentos for my son due to allergies
✔ The colorful world of kyaraben (character bentos)
✔ How emotions and family roles are reflected in bentos
🍱 In Japan, bentos are more than just meals — they express care, creativity, and even emotions.
Let’s dive into this heartwarming and deeply cultural topic!
🌟 Questions for You!
What kind of lunch culture does your country have?
Do you have any stories related to lunch boxes or packed meals?
Feel free to share in the comments!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: ＠NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#BentoCulture #LearnJapanese #JapaneseLunchbox #EasyJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP21：お弁当文化
こんにちは、くうです！
今回は、日本ならではの「お弁当の文化」についてお話しします。
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 日本のお弁当の特徴と栄養バランスの考え方
✔ 私の留学体験から見る、お弁当の文化の違い
✔ 子どもにお弁当を作るようになったきっかけ
✔ 見た目の美しさや「キャラ弁」の文化
✔ お弁当にこめられた感情や家庭の話
🍱 お弁当は「ごはん・おかず・野菜」のバランスだけでなく、見た目の美しさや、愛情を伝える手段でもあります。
日本独自の工夫がつまった「お弁当文化」、一緒にのぞいてみませんか？
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
みなさんの国には、どんなランチ文化がありますか？
お弁当にまつわるエピソードがあれば、ぜひコメントで教えてください！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#お弁当文化 #やさしい日本語 #日本語学習 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP20: Tips for Enjoying Tokyo
Hi, this is Kuu from NIHONGO LINGO!
In this episode, I’ll share practical tips for enjoying Tokyo, based on my 15+ years living in the city.
📌 What’s in this episode:
✔ Why it's important to research in advance before heading out
✔ If a place takes reservations — book it early!
✔ Keep your schedule light and flexible — delays are common
✔ Don’t forget to plan how you’ll spend your waiting time
✔ Comfortable shoes are a must! Tokyo = lots of walking 🚶♀️
🌟 Your turn!
What do you do to enjoy travel in your country or city?
Do you have any special tips or preparations you always follow?
Let me know in the comments!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#TravelTips #JapanesePodcast #EasyJapanese #TokyoLife #NIHONGOLINGO
EP20：東京を楽しむためのコツ
こんにちは、くうです！
今回は、私が15年以上暮らしている東京をもっと楽しむためのコツをお話しします。
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 東京では「ふらっと行く」が通用しない！？事前のリサーチの大切さ
✔ レストランや人気スポットは、予約しておくと安心！
✔ スケジュールにはゆとりを！予定を詰め込みすぎないで
✔ 並ぶことも多い東京。待つ時間を楽しむ工夫がポイント
✔ 歩くことが多い東京。靴は「歩きやすさ重視」で選ぼう！
🌟 みなさんへの質問：
旅行やおでかけの時、あなたが大切にしているコツはありますか？
あなたの国では、どんな準備が必要ですか？
ぜひコメントで教えてください！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#東京旅行 #やさしい日本語 #旅行のコツ #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
EP19: Hair Salon in Japan
Hi, it’s Coo! Today’s theme is "Hair Salon in Japan"!
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ Do you need a reservation at a Japanese hair salon?
✔ How to find a salon: Google Maps and Instagram are your best friends!
✔ Typical menu items: Cut, color, perm, and head spa!
✔ What happens when you get to the salon? Common conversations you’ll hear
✔ How much does it cost to get a haircut and color in Tokyo? My personal experience!
Hair salons in Japan are not just about hair — communication is important too!
I share tips on making reservations, salon etiquette, and how to naturally make requests in Japanese.
🌟 Questions for you!
・What are hair salons like in your country?
・How do you usually ask for a haircut or color?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO LINGO
📢 Hashtags #JapaneseSalon #HaircutInJapan #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝＝
EP19：「日本の美容院」
こんにちは、くうです！ 今日のテーマは、「日本の美容院」についてお話しします！
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 日本の美容院は予約が必要？飛び込みはできる？
✔ 美容院の探し方：GoogleマップやInstagramが便利！
✔ カット・カラー・パーマ・ヘッドスパ…メニューの紹介
✔ 美容院での流れとよくある会話（かゆいところありませんか？）
✔ 東京の美容院の値段ってどれくらい？私の体験談
日本では、美容院も大切なコミュニケーションの場所。
予約のしかたから、当日の流れ、自然なオーダーのしかたまで、
リアルな体験を交えてお話ししています！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
・みなさんの国の美容院はどんな感じですか？
・カットやカラーをするとき、どんな風にオーダーしますか？
ぜひコメントで教えてくださいね！✨
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ #日本の美容院 #美容院体験 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP18: How to Buy a Commuter Pass (Teikiken)
Hi, this is Coo!
In this episode, I’ll talk about “teikiken” (commuter passes) — useful and cost-effective tickets for students in Japan.
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ What is a "commuter pass"? What documents are needed (like "tsuugaku shoumeisho")
✔ How to buy a teikiken at the JR counter or ticket machine
✔ Why train stations are super crowded in April!
✔ Can children who don’t attend regular school still get a pass? (Free school & more)
✔ How to buy commuter passes using mobile apps (Suica, PASMO)
✔ The longer the pass, the bigger the discount!
I’ll also share my personal experience buying a pass for my middle school son,
and explain how Japan’s system works — with helpful tips for everyone.
🌟 Questions for You!
Does your country have something like a commuter pass?
Have you ever bought one?
Let me know in the comments!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#CommuterPass #JapaneseTrains #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP18：定期券の買い方
こんにちは、くうです！
今回は、日本で学校に通うときにとっても便利な 通学定期券（つうがくていきけん） についてお話しします！
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 通学定期券の買い方と必要な書類（通学証明書）
✔ JRの「みどりの窓口」と券売機の使い方
✔ 4月の駅は大混雑！？定期券購入時の混雑体験
✔ 不登校の子どもやフリースクールでも定期は買える？
✔ スマホアプリで定期券を買う方法（モバイルSuica/PASMO）
✔ 定期券は「長く買えば買うほど、おトクになる」！？
実際に中学生になった長男の定期券を買いに行ったときの体験をシェアしながら、
通学定期券の買い方や便利な情報を紹介しています！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
あなたの国には、通学定期券のようなお得なチケットはありますか？
駅で定期券を買ったことはありますか？
よかったらコメントで教えてくださいね！
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#定期券の買い方 #日本の電車 #やさしい日本語 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP17: The Price of Rice in Japan
Hi, this is Coo!
In today’s episode, we’re talking about rice—Japan’s most important staple food—and why the price of rice has been rising recently.
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ Why is rice getting more expensive in Japan lately?
✔ Easy explanations of difficult words from Japanese news articles
✔ The effects of heatwaves, reduced harvests, and changing demand
✔ How my family is coping with the high prices (hint: rice delivery!)
✔ A look at “furusato nozei” (hometown tax) and support from my parents
Rice is a big part of daily life in Japan, but recently, it’s gotten really expensive—like 5kg for 5,000 yen!
In this episode, I explain what's happening using real Japanese news and simple language. I also share how my family deals with the rising cost of rice.
🌟 Questions for You!
How are food prices in your country?
Has your favorite staple food gotten more expensive or cheaper?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#PriceOfRice #JapaneseFoodCulture #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO #EasyJapanese
==日本語==
EP17：お米の値段
こんにちは、くうです！
今日のテーマは、日本人の主食「お米（こめ）」の値段の変化についてです。
📌 今回のエピソードの内容：
✔ 最近スーパーでお米が高くなってるのはなぜ？
✔ ニュースで使われる難しい言葉をやさしく解説！
✔ 猛暑、収穫量の減少、需要の変化が与える影響
✔ 私の家でしている“お米対策”２つ
✔ ふるさと納税や実家とのつながりから見える生活の工夫
日本人にとって、お米は毎日の食事に欠かせない大切な存在です。
だけど最近は、5kgで5000円という高価格にびっくり！
今回は、ニュースの言葉をわかりやすく説明しながら、生活に直結する「お米の価格」についてお話しします！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
みなさんの国では、主食の価格はどうですか？
最近、高くなったり安くなったりした食べ物はありますか？
コメントでぜひ教えてくださいね！✨
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#お米の値段 #日本の食文化 #やさしい日本語 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP16: What Does "Futsuu" (Normal) Mean in Japan?
Hi! This is Coo.In this episode, I talk about a common Japanese word: 普通 (futsuu), which means "normal" or "usual."
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ How the word "futsuu" is used in daily Japanese
✔ Why "futsuu" can be confusing or hard to define
✔ Unspoken social rules in Japan: graduation dress codes, indoor shoes, and surveys
✔ Examples of Japanese cultural norms that are rarely explained
✔ Why it's important to question what is considered "normal"
In Japan, "futsuu" is everywhere—from surveys to everyday conversations.
But what does it really mean?
I also share stories from my life, including my experience in the Philippines and how Japanese culture defines what’s “normal.”
🌟 Questions for You!
Does your country have unspoken “normal” rules too?
Have you ever been confused by Japanese customs or expectations?
Let me know in the comments!
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: NIHONGO LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #Futsuu #NIHONGOLINGO #PodcastforLanguageLearners
＝＝＝日本語＝＝＝
EP16：「普通ってなに？」
こんにちは、くうです！今日のテーマは、日本語でよく使われる言葉「普通（ふつう）」についてお話しします。
📌 今回のエピソード：
✔ 「普通」ってどんな意味？実は説明がむずかしい言葉
✔ アンケートにも出てくる「普通」って？
✔ 日本の“暗黙のルール”ってどんなもの？
✔ 卒業式・入学式のドレスコードや、靴を脱ぐ文化について
✔ フィリピンとの文化の違いから気づいた日本の「当たり前」
日本では「普通はこうだよね」「普通そうするよね」とよく言われます。
でも、「普通」って、実は人によって違うし、**説明されない“前提”**がたくさんあるんです。
今回は、そんな「普通」について、私の体験も交えてお話しします！
🌟 みなさんへの質問！
みなさんの国にも「説明されない普通」ってありますか？
日本で「これは普通なの？」と困ったことはありますか？
コメントで教えてくれたら嬉しいです！✨
🔗 リンク
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: NIHONGO LINGO
📢 ハッシュタグ
#普通ってなに #日本の文化 #やさしい日本語 #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP15: Breakfast in Japan 🍚
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about “Breakfast in Japan”!
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ What a typical Japanese breakfast looks like: rice, miso soup, grilled fish, pickles, and more
✔ Modern breakfast habits in Japan: toast, cereal, or just coffee?
✔ My own experience growing up with a “hearty breakfast” family
✔ How my husband’s family eats breakfast—and how it compares
✔ A peek into our current family breakfast routine (with two kids and busy mornings!)
✔ The culture of breakfast in Japan, including school campaigns and health education
✔ What is tamago-kake gohan (raw egg on rice) and why do Japanese people love it?
From simple melon bread mornings to preparing breakfast for picky kids, I share real-life stories and cultural insights from Japanese homes.
Whether you love a big breakfast or skip it completely, this episode will help you understand Japanese food culture better!
🌟 Questions for You!
• What kind of breakfast do you usually eat?
• What does breakfast culture look like in your country?
• Do you eat breakfast every day—or skip it?
Let me know in the comments!✨
🔗 Links
• Instagram: @nihongolingo
• YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#JapaneseBreakfast #TamagoKakeGohan #LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #NihongoLingo
🍎 NIHONGO LINGO 🍎
EP14: Ramen
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about one of Japan’s most beloved foods… RAMEN!
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ A deep dive into ramen soup types: shoyu, miso, tonkotsu, shio, seafood & vegetable
✔ Regional ramen flavors — Hokkaido’s miso, Kyushu’s tonkotsu, Tokyo’s shoyu origins
✔ Ramen shop culture: ticket machines, counter manners, slurping sounds
✔ Family-friendly ramen shops: kids’ plates & forks
✔ My personal ramen story and favorite shop: “Maji” in Kichijoji! (Try the menma!)
Japanese ramen is more than just a bowl of noodles — it’s a cultural experience.
From the soup to the toppings to shop etiquette, there's so much to discover.
🌟 Questions for You!
🍜 What’s your favorite type of ramen?
🍜 Have you ever visited a ramen shop in Japan?
🍜 How is ramen served in your country?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#Ramen #JapaneseFood #RamenCulture #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎Welcome to NIHONGOLINGO🍎
EP13: Sasu-Kyu & Gender Roles in Japan
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about "Sasu-Kyu" (Sasuga Kyushu) and Gender Roles in Japan.
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ What is "Sasu-Kyu" (さす九)? A viral meme about Kyushu’s cultural norms
✔ The image of "Kyushu Danji" (九州男児) – Strong men or outdated values?
✔ A controversial family story: "Women should eat in the kitchen?"
✔ The lingering influence of male dominance (男尊女卑) in Japan
✔ How Japan’s gender roles are slowly changing
Recently, the phrase "Sasu-Kyu" (short for "Sasuga Kyushu") became popular on Japanese social media.
This phrase is often used sarcastically to highlight Kyushu’s traditional and conservative gender roles.
In this episode, we discuss a viral story about a Kyushu father who insisted that women should eat separately from men and explore how historical gender roles still influence modern Japan.
🌟 Questions for You!
What do you think about Japan’s traditional gender roles?
Are there similar customs in your country?
Have you seen gender roles change in your own culture?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#SasuKyu #GenderRoles #JapaneseCulture #TraditionalValues #LearnJapanese #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎 NIHONGOLINGO 🍎
EP12: What to Do in an Emergency in Japan? 🚨
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about what to do in an emergency in Japan!
📌 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ Emergency numbers in Japan – Who to call for police, fire, or medical emergencies
✔ What to say when calling 110 (police) and 119 (ambulance/fire department)
✔ How to describe your location clearly in Japanese
✔ #7119 & #8000 – Special helplines for medical advice
✔ My personal experience calling an emergency hotline in Japan
Do you know what to do if you need police, an ambulance, or fire services while in Japan?
Japan has specific emergency numbers, and knowing how to explain your situation can be very important.
In this episode, I explain how to call for help, what questions you will be asked, and how to give clear information.
I also share a personal experience of using #8000, a special hotline for child health emergencies.
🌟 Questions for You!
What are the emergency numbers in your country?
Have you ever had to call emergency services?
Did you know about Japan’s special helplines for medical advice?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🔗 Links
Instagram: @nihongolingo
YouTube: @NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 Hashtags
#JapanEmergency #EmergencyNumbers #LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #NIHONGOLINGO
EP11：Japanese Dialects
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about "Japanese Dialects" (Hōgen)!
🍎 What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ What are Japanese dialects? The unique ways of speaking across different regions
✔ Famous dialects! Kansai-ben, Hakata-ben, Tohoku-ben, and Okinawan Uchinaaguchi
✔ Fun facts about dialects! Same words, different meanings? Unique intonations?
✔ Dialect-speaking characters in anime & manga! Conan’s Hattori Heiji, Gintama’s Sakamoto Tatsuma
✔ Yamaguchi’s rare dialect word "burutoppin"—what does it mean?
Japan has many unique dialects!
From Kansai-ben to Tohoku-ben to Okinawan Uchinaaguchi, learning dialects can make Japanese even more interesting!
🍎 Questions for You!
Does your country have different dialects?
Do you have a favorite Japanese dialect?
Were there any dialects in this episode that surprised you?
Let me know in the comments! ✨
🍎 Links
Instagram: @niongolingo
Youtube:@NIHONGO_LINGO
🍎Hashtags
#JapaneseDialects #LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #Hōgen #NIHONGOLINGO
🍎WELCOME TO NIHONGO LINGO🍎
EP10：The Convention on the Rights of the Child
Hi! This is Coo.
In today’s episode, I talk about The Convention on the Rights of the Child and education in Japan.
🎙️ What you’ll learn in this episode
✔ Can foreign children attend school in Japan? 🎓
✔ How does Japanese law affect children's right to education? 📜
✔ What is the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and why is it important? 🌏
✔ What should foreign parents in Japan know about school enrollment? 🤝
✔ How can we ensure equal education for all children? 💡
Recently, a foreign girl in Japan was suddenly unable to attend school due to legal and administrative issues.
Japan’s education law states that compulsory education is for “nationals”, yet the Convention on the Rights of the Child guarantees education for all children.
Why does this happen, and what can be done to improve the situation?
In this episode, I explain the realities of foreign children’s education in Japan, legal challenges, and possible solutions.
🔗 Links
Instagram: @niongolingo
Youtube:@NIHONGO_LINGO
📢 📌 Hashtags
#ChildrensRights #EducationInJapan #ForeignChildren #NIHONGOLINGO #LearnJapanese #JapanesePodcast