こんばんは！Today , Kevinvin Sleepy Japanese shares some surprising and funny culture shocks he’s experienced while living in Norway as someone who grew up in Japan. 🇯🇵🇳🇴 From everyday habits to food traditions and unexpected lifestyle differences, you’ll hear about the things that made him stop and think, “Wait, what?” It’s a cozy, honest talk about noticing the small details that make life abroad both confusing and beautiful. If you’re studying Japanese or just cur...

こんばんは！Today, Kevinvin helps you learn Japanese through music with “Stay With Me” — a timeless City Pop classic by Miki Matsubara. In this video, I explain key Japanese phrases and cultural nuances from the lyrics, so you can enjoy both the sound and the meaning of the song. 📺 Youtube →https://youtu.be/LSQYMcGN4tg 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね📩 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

こんばんは！Today, Kevinvin talks about Norway’s Japan boom—yuzu beer, chandelier-side miso ramen, anime stores, Ghibli on the big screen, and even an underground arcade! I’ll share my honest impressions, why it makes me feel nostalgic for Japan, and what this growing “Little Tokyo” means to me. Perfect for listening before bed while learning Japanese. 🎧🇯🇵 📺 Youtube →https://youtu.be/3cO4So4T3Dk 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね📩 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

こんばんは! Today’s episode covers a little bit of everything: Japan’s big political shake-up (first female PM and what it could mean), the fast-moving world of AI video and copyright, a wholesome “gym angel” encounter that upgraded my back-day form, why I test INFP, my 45-minute split routine (abs first / no momentum / form > weight), and practical tips on how to talk with Japanese people—from natural aizuchi and soft refusals to tricky topics and everyday inversion (倒置法). 🎵 This episode...

こんばんは! Today’s episode is all about love — what it means, how we show it, and how we sometimes struggle to express it. I’ll share stories from my own life, like a rare hug with my mom, challenges in long-distance relationships, and the balance between honesty and silence. We’ll also dive into ideas of self-love and how music, like Fujii Kaze’s songs, captures unconditional love. 🎵 This episode also includes lullaby covers: Tatsuro Yamashita “蒼氓”Takaya Kawasaki “魔法の絨毯”👉 Perfect for liste...

⭐️こんばんは! 　This week, Kevinvin opens up with a deeper self-introduction—sharing who he is, his background, and what drives him. 🌍✨ He also looks back on the biggest and scariest job of his life, guiding Japanese guests on a project high above the ground in Norway. 🌉😱 And for learners: tips on how to speak Japanese more naturally, with simple strategies you can use right away. 🗣️🇯🇵 Plus: a few lullaby covers to end the episode on a soft note. 🎶💤 📺 Youtube →https://youtu.be/poJXCKz-VRo 感想やリクエ...

⭐️こんばんは！ Today, Kevinvin talks with his sister about how she found her husband on a blind date. At first, I was shocked — my sister actually married her blind date! In this episode, I share how it all happened, whether she had any doubts, and what made it so special in the end. 📺 Youtube →https://youtu.be/YdxkJbMM_-M 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね📩 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

⭐️ こんばんは！ This week, Kevinvin shares plans for his upcoming Japan trip—late-night ramen, coffee hunts, vintage finds, hot-spring ryokan stays, and family time. 🇯🇵✨ He also talks about moving to a greener area in Oslo (and one spooky night walk), introduces handy Japanese travel phrases, and reflects on food, music, and anime. 🎶🍜 Plus: lullaby covers of “Kimi no Uta,” “Missing,” and “Yuki no Hana,” and a big announcement—Kevinvin is joining Sunny Side Japanese as a conversation teacher &...

⭐️ こんばんは! This week, Kevinvin getting fired up at the Homeless World Cup in Oslo, and how being abroad sparks real patriotism. He also takes us on a quick Malmö trip, talks about how language shifts personality, and why Japanese culture leans into humility. You’ll hear some live strumming of Fujii Kaze’s “Love Like This”, Aina the End’s Kakumei Douchuu, and the timeless “Manatsu no Kajitsu.” Plus: first-time voting in Norway, a big music announcement coming soon, and plans for a Japan w...

⭐️ こんばんは！！ In this episode, Kevinvin reflects on life in his 30s — inspired by the anime Kaiju No. 8 and fellow Japanese podcaster Haru. He talks about the lessons learned in his 20s, embracing his own personality instead of chasing others, and why he’s more of a “nighttime moon” than a “bright sun” in people’s lives. Kevinvin shares thoughts on city vs. countryside living, the importance of showing gratitude to parents, and how friendships change as we get older. He also dives into the reali...

⭐️こんばんは！ Today, Kevinvin talks about how amazing Ed Sheeran was, dreams up a “Little Tokyo” in Norway, and proudly reflects on Japan’s unique strengths — from dirty jokes to horror films and its 8 million gods. He also chats about favorite movie genres, his obsession with Karen & police videos, moments when you feel your language is improving, and whether Japanese “omotenashi” can sometimes be too much. 📺 Youtube → https://youtu.be/vgYv0Mcrbso 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね📩 kevin.tamura...

⭐️こんばんは！Today, Kevinvin shares thoughts on fixing life habits with an app, how friendships change with life stages, and why setting boundaries matters💡 He also chats about recent happy moments, mental capacity, and why life isn’t a race. Plus: AI in music, love languages with his girlfriend, and... is the AI boyfriend tsundere?! 🤖💘 And yes — IKEA adventures and how Japanese people survive summer included! 🛋️🍧 📺 Youtube → https://youtu.be/S1ERsY2hAFY 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね📩 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

⭐️こんばんは! Today, Kevinvin shares random but meaningful stories — from getting a haircut at an immigrant-owned salon, hitting the gym after a long break, to debating if cats are truly queens or if you’re more of a dog person.🐱🐶 He also dives into Japan’s booming cat business, touches on elections and immigration issues, and laughs about how Asian love expressions are often shown through “acts of service.” Oh, and you’ll hear why he couldn’t make it to Fujii Kaze’s concert and how his dad once t...

⭐️こんばんは! Today, Kevinvin talks about how languages connect people and why it’s perfectly fine to quit something… because you can always start again. From speaking Spanish fluently for the first time in two years, to reflecting on not playing music for a while — it’s all part of the journey.🎸🌍 Youtube → https://youtu.be/6aIAnHoFujs Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

⭐️こんばんは! Today, Kevinvin shares how Norwegian summer holiday is different from that of Japan. Everyone leaves from town,,,, They are outside all the time,,,, and many more☀️🌻 Youtube → https://youtu.be/bpKKkFqrcM0 Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

YUYUさんありがとうございました🙇🇯🇵🇲🇽 https://youtube.com/@yuyunihongopodcast?si=NxUL6oudz5BcFmrf Youtube → https://youtu.be/FlTpNRA5e0U ⭐️ こんばんは！ Today, I had the chance to collaborate with the one and only YuYu from YuYu no Nihongo! He shared valuable advice on how to grow a podcast and opened up about his personal experiences — the kind of stories you don’t usually hear. Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@iclou...

★★ こんばんは！ Today, Kevinvin finally collaborated with the one and only YuYu no Nihongo! With his heart still pounding with excitement, he shares what the experience was like. Yu Yu さんのチャンネル https://open.spotify.com/show/0hQDsR0brfk88Nls8fydo4?si=AQHJb_RUTxiwCmFiPT02xg Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

★★こんばんは！ Today, Kevinvin shares 3 unforgettable moments of kindness he experienced while traveling in Japan. Youtube →https://youtu.be/BYZi9A-soh4 Whats your experiences with Japanese people?? Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

★★こんばんは！ Today, Kevivnin shares his experience staying at kominka (old Japanese traditional house), at his stay in Japan. There were so many surprises after living in Norway for some years, including some painful ones. Youtube →https://youtu.be/ZgXAhIR-9kc Whats your experiences living in Japanese ryokan, hotel, capsule hotel, or manga kissa?? Let us know in the comments or send us a message — we’d love to hear your story! 感想やリクエストはどんどん送ってね！📩✨📧 kevin.tamura@icloud.com

★★ こんばんは！ Youtube → https://youtu.be/-BrCjci5Sb8 🎙️ Today, Kevinvin invites his best friend 🇯🇵👘 Guest: NAOKI from NAOKI JAPAN (Osaka) I used to live with him in Oslo — we've been soulmates for over a decade. And suddenly, he steered his life in a new direction… Now he’s a vlogger/model living in Vietnam?! 🇻🇳 Naoki, what are you doing there!? We have so much to catch up on! ✨ Have you ever been to Vietnam? ✨ Do you have a friend who ended up living far away from yo...