So Japanese
Ryusuke & Jon
Welcome to So Japanese! Have you ever thought about visiting or living in Japan? Do you love Japanese culture? Then this podcast is for you! Join us, Ryusuke and Matt as we share our experiences and knowledge from a Japanese and foreign perspective. We introduce customs, culture, quirky facts, etiquette and language tips.
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So Japaneseポッドキャストへようこそ!リュウスケとマットが日本について、働き方、旅行、住む際のアドバイスなど、二人の視点から話していきます。世界中の日本に興味のある人たちへ日本での楽しみ方、日本ならではの習慣、文化など、お役に立てる情報を1週間に1回配信しています。
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Omoroi News #5
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09/21/23 • 32 min
Some of the recent news stories we talk about are: caffeinated cup noodles, Mount Fuji getting shut down and the first Japanese Youtuber arrested for copyright infringement.
今回、私たちがピックアップした最近の面白いニュースはこちら、カフェイン入りのカップヌードル、富士山の閉鎖、著作権侵害で逮捕された初の日本人 Youtuber などなど、是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!!
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09/14/23 • 44 min
On today's episode we explain what Hosts/Hostesses do and the importance of them in Japanese culture. As well as, we bring you another Japanglish segment!
今日はホスト/ホステス(キャバクラ嬢)がいかに日本社会において重要かについて話していきます。そして、ジャパングリッシュもありますので是非最後まで ご聴取お願いします。
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09/04/23 • 3 min
In the Japanese language, " There are around 3% (~6000) words which have one homophone and 1% (~2000) which have two." On this episode, we share a list of our favorite homophones.
日本語には、「同音異義語を 1 つ含む単語が約 3% (約 6000) あり、同音異義語を 2 つ含む単語が約 1% (約 2000) あります。」 このエピソードでは、お気に入りの同音異義語のリストをみなさんと共有していきます。是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!!
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Ranking Japanese Condiments
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08/31/23 • 51 min
"Is there a mnemonic in Japanese to remember which seasoning to add first when cooking? In this episode, we will introduce various seasonings found in Japan and rank them based on how important and uniquely Japanese they are, according to our perspective."
日本語には料理をする際にどの調味料から入れればいいか覚えるための記憶法がある?このエピソードでは日本にある様々な調味料を紹介しながら、その調味料がどれくらい重要で日本らしいか私たちの見解でランク付けしていきます。
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Akiya: Japan’s Abandoned Dwellings
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08/24/23 • 36 min
We have an interesting conversation about the huge supply of abandoned houses for purchase in Japan.
日本での空き家事情、大きくとてもきれいな家が信じられないような金額で売られていることも。今回は日本の空き家事情についてとても興味深い話をしていきます。
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08/21/23 • 4 min
What You Should Know Before Visiting Temples & Shrines in Japan + Japanglish (Re-release)
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08/10/23 • 36 min
We explain the differences between Temples and Shrines. We share step by step on how to worship, the etiquette you must follow and the items you can purchase at these places. 今回のエピソードは、お寺と神社の違いについて解説していきます。双方での参拝のしかた、知っておくべき仕来り、どおいった物を購入できるかについての情報をみなさまとシェアしていきます。
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08/07/23 • 4 min
We share useful phrases to help you on your first journey to Japan and some anecdotes along the way.
初めての日本旅行に役立つフレーズや旅のエピソードを紹介します。
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Amusement Parks
So Japanese
08/03/23 • 33 min
We talk about some of the most popular amusement parks and what aspects that make them so Japanese.
今回のエピソードは、日本で最も人気のある遊園地の中からいくつかピックアップして紹介し、それらの遊園地がいかに日本的な要素を持っているのかについて話します。是非最後までお楽しみ下さい!
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Gacha Gacha: Japan’s Capsule Toy Obsession
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02/27/25 • 34 min
Ever wondered why Japan is filled with colorful vending machines that dispense tiny capsule toys? In this episode, we dive into the world of Gacha Gacha (ガチャガチャ)—where the thrill of surprise meets collectible madness! From its origins and evolution to the most bizarre and sought-after items, we explore what makes these little toys so addictive. Whether you're a casual fan or a hardcore collector, this episode will make you want to turn that dial!
なぜ日本にはカラフルなカプセルトイの自販機が溢れているのか? 今回のエピソードでは、*ガチャガチャ(ガチャポン)*の世界を深掘りします! コインを入れてハンドルを回すと、何が出てくるか分からないワクワク感と、コレクションの魅力が詰まった文化。ガチャガチャの歴史や進化、そして最も珍しく人気のアイテムまで、その魅力を徹底解説していきます!
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FAQ
How many episodes does So Japanese have?
So Japanese currently has 212 episodes available.
What topics does So Japanese cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Japan, Language Learning, Anime, Podcasts, Japanese, Education, Japanese Language, Travel, Asia and Manga.
What is the most popular episode on So Japanese?
The episode title 'Ghibli’s Boy and the Heron Break Down! ''SPOILER ALERT''' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on So Japanese?
The average episode length on So Japanese is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of So Japanese released?
Episodes of So Japanese are typically released every 4 days.
When was the first episode of So Japanese?
The first episode of So Japanese was released on Dec 12, 2021.
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