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Easy Japanese Stories

Japanese Speaking Club

Hear my funny (and sometimes weird) real-life stories in Japan and the U.S. 🤪 I tell them in easy Japanese, then explain in English so you can always keep up 👍

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Dec 6, 2025 · 8 min
9. The Fox’s Library
Hey everyone! Welcome to Easy Japanese Stories. First, you’ll hear the Japanese version, then an English explanation, and finally, the English-only version. Have fun!
#8
Nov 8, 2025 · 8 min
8. The Frog Station Worker
Starting this week, I’ve decided to release the full episodes of my podcast🎉 First, you’ll hear the Japanese version, then an English explanation, and finally, the English-only version. Have fun!
#6
Oct 25, 2025 · 3 min
6. They don't compliment in Japan...
Why don’t Japanese teachers and parents praise students as often as in other countries? In this video, I share my personal story and how studying in the U.S. inspired me to change my teaching style. Perfect for anyone interested in Japanese culture, education, or learning how encouragement works across cultures. 🌸
#5
Oct 11, 2025 · 3 min
5. The Day I Chose People Over Self-Checkout
Do you like small talk?In Japan, people don’t usually chat with strangers much. However, lately I’ve been trying a little small talk in English, which is still a bit challenging… But why am I trying it now? Watch the video to find out! 😆 - How to Become an EJS Member [💻Computer] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Click on EJS [📱Smartphone] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Tap the three lines (menu) at the top right of the home screen 3. Tap EJS - Questions? Feedback? 📧Japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
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Sep 27, 2025 · 4 min
4. Don't be on time!
In today’s video, I’m sharing a very awkward mistake I made when I first came to the U.S. 😅Back in college, I showed up to an American friend’s party 10 minutes early… and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned.Apparently arriving late is the polite thing here?! 🤯I ended up sitting alone on the couch until everyone else arrived...so awkward! 🙈Is this “arrive late” rule only in the U.S.? 🤔Watch to the end and tell me what party customs are like in your country! 🌍 _ How to Become an EJS Member[💻Computer] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Click on EJS [📱Smartphone] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Tap the three lines (menu) at the top right of the home screen 3. Tap EJS _ Questions? Feedback? 📧Japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
#3
Sep 13, 2025 · 6 min
3. The Worst BFF
In today’s episode, I’m sharing one of the weirdest meetups I’ve ever had in the US😅I matched with someone on the Bumble BFF app, picked him up at the station… and then something happened in my car that made me go, “Wait… WTF?!”🤯And trust me, that was only the beginning...Something even stranger (and honestly, a little rude) happened later… Want to know the full story? Watch and find out! 👀 Question? Request? Feedback? 📧japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Aug 30, 2025 · 6 min
2. I'm stinky, but happy
In today’s episode, I had to face one of my biggest fears in the US… making a phone call in English 😱📞 Something really embarrassing happened towards the end… What happened?! Watch to the end and find out!
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Aug 20, 2025 · 7 min
1. I swear I'm not a creep...
In today’s story, I’m sharing an embarrassing moment I had on a train in Japan🚃 Back in May, I returned to Japan and took a trip to Shinjuku by myself. The train was quiet, and when I sat down, I accidentally smiled at the woman sitting in front of me🙊 In America, it’s common to smile at strangers when your eyes meet, so out of habit I gave her a friendly smile🥹 Her reaction? ...Watch the video and find out! How to Become an EJS Member [💻Computer] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Click on EJS [📱Smartphone] 1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com 2. Tap the three lines (menu) at the top right of the home screen 3. Tap EJS
Mar 24, 2022 · 7 min
[Ohanami🌸🥳] Traditional Cherry Blossoms Party
In this episode, find out what “Hanami” is. Next to New Year’s it is my favorite time of year. Pick up your picnic supplies and listen in. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Mar 17, 2022 · 10 min
“Wow! You Have a Small Face!👀✨” : Interesting Japanese Compliments
Japanese people spend a lot of time and money on beauty supplies. Devices to make your face smaller are super popular. This is where the “you have a small face” compliment comes from. Listen in to hear more about how Japanese “homeru”. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Mar 10, 2022 · 6 min
[White Day🤦🏻‍♂️🎁] The Day When Men Forget to Buy Gifts for Their Girlfriends and Colleagues
Did you receive any chocolate for valentines day? Have you remembered to buy cookies or candy for all of the girls that gave you that chocolate? Listen in to learn about White Day, a holiday on which men buy cookies and candy to return the favor for the chocolate they received on Valentines day. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Mar 3, 2022 · 8 min
[Hinamatsuri🎎🌸] Wishing Health and Happiness to All Girls in Japan
Hinamatsuri is a holiday in Japan on which we celebrate the girls in our lives. We put out ornamental dolls, and eat tasty candy and chirashizushi. Listen in to learn more about unique Japanese holidays 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Feb 24, 2022 · 8 min
Ski Slope Love♥️⛷
When the sun hits you just right on those slopes you might just find love in Japan. Listen to hear how Japanese use “Gerende Magic” to meet their partners. Is love in the lighting? 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Feb 17, 2022 · 9 min
Intense Japanese Entrance Exam😱
Listen to hear about how Japanese students spend their Februaries. Passing entrance exams and getting into college is extremely competitive. I’ll talk about my experience taking a lot of tests! 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Feb 10, 2022 · 10 min
[Valentine's day] Don’t Like You!🙄 But, Here’s Some Chocolate💝
Valentine’s Day in Japan is uniquely . . . Japanese. There is a hierarchy of chocolate and we have words to describe the chocolate you give to your superiors or juniors or people you actually love. Listen in to learn the difference. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Feb 3, 2022 · 8 min
[Setsubun👹] Throw Beans at the Demons!
In this episode listen in to hear why I am allowed to scream at my mom once a year and use beans to kill some bad vibes. You'll be surprised to learn about this fun holiday that only Japanese people know about. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com
Jan 23, 2022 · 2 min
Want to Be Fluent in Japanese While Having Fun?
Hey everyone! How’s your Japanese studying going? Do you want to be fluent this year? Is it hard to stay motivated to study Japanese? I have a reasonably priced group lesson for beginner to advanced students just for you! The class is called PERAPERA ACTING. If you’re interested, DM me on Instagram or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Can’t wait to hear from you! ・Introduction video ・Details of the class ・Examples of 📗Beginner to Intermediate 📘Intermediate to Advanced　*Next semester is this September!
Dec 27, 2021 · 12 min
Collab w/ Layla: Christmas is For Lovers...and Chicken.
Have you been naughty or nice? Listen in to learn about Japanese Christmas traditions and what Layla and Ken do on this holiday.
Dec 13, 2021 · 9 min
Collab w/ Tanner: How's the New Job?
In this episode we talk about what we've been up to. Listen in to hear about Tanner's new job and our travels 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Tanner's YouTube Channel & Instagram
Nov 22, 2021 · 11 min
Collab w/ Layla: What Japanese Food Do You Eat When it's Cold?
It's that time of year. The air becomes brisk and it's time to fill up the bath and break out our favorite Japanese foods. Stewed fish cakes (Oden :🍢 ) and milk tea 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Layla's Instagram and Podcast

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