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Fluent Fiction - Japanese

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Are you ready to supercharge your Japanese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That"s why each episode of our podcast features a story in Japanese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Japanese and English.This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to

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16:00

Finding Strength in Friendship on Snowy Kyoto Steps

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/12/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Strength in Friendship on Snowy Kyoto Steps Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-01-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 雪の降る寺の境内は、冬のイルミネーションで美しく輝いていました。En: The temple grounds, covered in snow, were beautifully illuminated with winter lights.Ja: そこは京都の静かで古い神社。En: This was a quiet, old shrine in Kyoto.Ja: 新しい年を迎えるために、準備が進んでいました。En: Preparations were underway to welcome the new year.Ja: ハルトはゆっくりと階段を登っていました。En:

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15:19

Tokyo Skies: A Tale of Trust and Teamwork

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/30

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Tokyo Skies: A Tale of Trust and Teamwork Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-30-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の高層ビルの一角。大きな窓からは、色とりどりの秋の景色と賑やかな市街地が見渡せます。En: In a corner of a skyscraper in Tokyo, you can see a vibrant autumn landscape and a bustling city center through the large windows.Ja: 高層ビルのオフィス内では、文化の日を迎える準備で職場は華やかに飾られていました。En: Inside the office of the skyscraper, the workplace was festively decorated

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14:30

From Teamwork to Heartstrings: A Tokyo Office Romance

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/30

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: From Teamwork to Heartstrings: A Tokyo Office Romance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-30-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京のオフィスビルの窓から、金色の秋の景色が広がっていました。En: From the window of the office building in Tokyo, a golden autumn landscape stretched out.Ja: ビルの中では、ハルカとリョウタがそれぞれのデスクに向かって仕事に没頭していました。En: Inside the building, Haruka and Ryota were absorbed in their work at their respective desks.Ja:

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15:12

Finding Serenity: A Day of Friendship in Ueno Park

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/29

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Serenity: A Day of Friendship in Ueno Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-29-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日、輝く太陽が東京の上野公園を照らしていました。En: On an autumn day, the shining sun was illuminating Tokyo’s Ueno Park.Ja: 木々は赤や金色に染まり、風が葉を揺らしていました。En: The trees were dyed in red and gold, and the wind was swaying the leaves.Ja: その空間は静かで、東京のにぎやかな街から少し離れたオアシスのようでした。En: That space was quiet, like an oasis

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17:07

Sneeze-Inducing Love: Haruto's Floral Dilemma

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/29

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Sneeze-Inducing Love: Haruto's Floral Dilemma Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-29-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の心地よい風が吹く中、花農場は色とりどりの花々でいっぱいだった。En: As the pleasant autumn breeze blew, the flower farm was filled with flowers of every color.Ja: ハルトは、真剣な顔で花の列を見ていた。En: Haruto was looking seriously at the rows of flowers.Ja: 彼の隣には桜と大樹が立っていた。En: Beside him stood Sakura and Daiki.Ja:

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15:15

A Culinary Quest: Sora's Market Adventure in Kyoto

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/28

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Culinary Quest: Sora's Market Adventure in Kyoto Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-28-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の錦市場は秋の午後に賑わいを見せていた。En: The Nishiki Ichiba in Kyoto was bustling on an autumn afternoon.Ja: 新年のお祝いのために、買い物客たちは色とりどりの品物を探していた。En: Shoppers were looking for colorful items in preparation for the New Year celebrations.Ja: 商店の前を歩けば、新鮮な魚や甘いお菓子の香りが漂っていた。En: As you walked past the shops, the

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12:59

Mending Bonds: A Festival of Family Forgiveness

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2025/11/28

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Mending Bonds: A Festival of Family Forgiveness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-28-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 清水寺の境内は、秋の深まりを告げる紅や黄金の葉で彩られていた。En: The grounds of Kiyomizu-dera were adorned with red and golden leaves signaling the deepening of autumn.Ja: この美しい景色の中、「除夜の鐘」の準備が進む。En: Amidst this beautiful scenery, preparations for the "Joya no Kane" were underway.Ja: 人々は旧年の厄を払い、新しい年を迎えることを心待ちにしている。En: People

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16:41

Autumn Heroes: A Tale of Teamwork and Triumph

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2025/11/27

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Heroes: A Tale of Teamwork and Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-27-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の午後、色とりどりの木々が風に揺れている。En: On an autumn afternoon, the colorful trees swayed in the wind.Ja: フィールド病院は街の外れにあり、そこでは医師や看護師が慌ただしく動き回っていた。En: The field hospital was on the outskirts of the town, where doctors and nurses were busily bustling about.Ja: 外には、黄色や赤の葉がちらほら舞い落ちていた。En: Outside, yellow and red

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14:55

Reuniting Hearts: Sibling Bonds in Shinjuku's Autumn

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2025/11/27

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Reuniting Hearts: Sibling Bonds in Shinjuku's Autumn Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-27-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日、色鮮やかな紅葉がシンジュク御苑の道を飾っていました。En: On an autumn day, the vibrant autumn leaves adorned the paths of Shinjuku Gyoen.Ja: 風が少し冷たく、木々はそよそよと揺れています。En: The wind was slightly chilly, and the trees swayed gently.Ja: ここは、都会の中の静かな隠れ家のようです。En: This place seemed like a quiet hidden retreat in the

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15:42

Bonds Beyond Ice: How an Arctic Expedition Changed Lives

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2025/11/26

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Bonds Beyond Ice: How an Arctic Expedition Changed Lives Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-26-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 北極の広大なツンドラには、雪と氷の世界が広がっています。En: In the vast tundra of the Arctic, a world of snow and ice extends far and wide.Ja: 白い雪が地平線と溶け込み、時折見える遠い山々がその静けさを遮るだけです。En: The white snow blends with the horizon, and only the distant mountains occasionally break the silence.Ja:

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15:49

Braving the Arctic: A Tale of Survival and Team Spirit

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/26

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Braving the Arctic: A Tale of Survival and Team Spirit Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-26-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 北極の風が強く吹き荒れる中、苛酷な寒さが地平線まで続く。En: As the Arctic wind blew violently, the harsh cold extended to the horizon.Ja: その中で、少人数の研究チームが困難な状況に立ち向かっていた。En: In the midst of this, a small research team was facing difficult circumstances.Ja: カイトは、深い雪に足を埋めながら前進していた。En: Kaito was advancing while burying

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14:56

Heroic Redemption: A Night in the Autumn Chill

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2025/11/25

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Heroic Redemption: A Night in the Autumn Chill Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-25-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冷たい秋の風が吹く夜、広志、藍子、結城の三人は、ひっそりとした倉庫の中にいた。En: On a night when the cold autumn wind blew, Hiroshi, Aiko, and Yuki were inside a quiet warehouse.Ja: 周りには色とりどりの枯れ葉が散り積もり、冬が近づく匂いが漂っていた。En: Around them, colorful fallen leaves were scattered and piled up, and the scent of the approaching winter

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18:00

New Perspectives: A Serendipitous Encounter in...

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2025/11/25

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: New Perspectives: A Serendipitous Encounter in Arashiyama Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-25-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の嵐山竹林は、静けさと不思議な美しさに包まれています。En: The Arashiyama bamboo grove in Kyoto is enveloped in tranquility and a mysterious beauty.Ja: 細長い竹が天に向かって真っ直ぐに伸び、葉の間から太陽の光が差し込んでまるで緑の天蓋のようです。En: Tall, slender bamboo shoots stretch straight towards the sky, and sunlight streams through the leaves,

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14:08

Finding Harmony in Hakone: A Tale of Renewal and...

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2025/11/24

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Harmony in Hakone: A Tale of Renewal and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-24-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の夕暮れ、箱根の温泉旅館は静かに輝いていました。En: On an autumn evening, a hot spring inn in Hakone shone quietly.Ja: 山々の紅葉が燃えるように美しく、冷たい風が心地よく肌を撫でます。En: The autumn leaves on the mountains were beautifully ablaze, and the cold breeze pleasingly caressed the skin.Ja: そこで、会社員の聡と自由な画家の清子は出会いました。En: It was

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16:03

Finding Courage in Kyoto: Haruto's Heartfelt Quest

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/24

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Courage in Kyoto: Haruto's Heartfelt Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-24-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の秋。En: Autumn in Kyoto.Ja: 鮮やかな紅葉が街を彩り、伝統的な日本建築が現代の景色と調和している。En: The vibrant autumn leaves color the city, and the traditional Japanese architecture harmonizes with the modern scenery.Ja: 高校生の春人は、学校の遠足で京都を訪れていた。En: Kokoosei Haruto was visiting Kyoto on a school trip.Ja:

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14:14

Embracing Friendship: Haruka's Autumn Awakening in...

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2025/11/23

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Embracing Friendship: Haruka's Autumn Awakening in Kanazawa Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-23-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が鮮やかに色づく秋の日、金沢の兼六園は美しい景観に包まれていました。En: On an autumn day when the leaves are vividly colored, Kenrokuen in Kanazawa was enveloped in beautiful scenery.Ja: 空は澄み渡り、澄んだ空気が心地よく、訪れる人々はみな、労働感謝の日を楽しんでいます。En: The sky was clear, and the crisp air was pleasant as everyone visiting enjoyed

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14:15

A Day of Dinos and Discovery in Autumn Light

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/22

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Day of Dinos and Discovery in Autumn Light Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-22-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日差しが国立科学博物館の大きな窓から差し込み、優しい光がフロアを照らしていました。En: The autumn sunlight streamed through the large windows of the Kokuritsu Kagaku Hakubutsukan, bathing the floor in a gentle glow.Ja: アキラは大学の課題の一環として、この博物館に訪れていました。En: Akira was visiting this museum as part of a university assignment.Ja:

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14:15

Yuki's Awakening: A Dream Born Among Dinosaur Bones

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2025/11/22

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Yuki's Awakening: A Dream Born Among Dinosaur Bones Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-22-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の冷たい空気が東京の国立科学博物館の周りを包んでいました。En: The chilly autumn air enveloped the area around the 東京{とうきょう}国立科学博物館{こくりつかがくはくぶつかん}.Ja: ユキは学校の遠足でここに来ていましたが、博物館の展示よりも心の中の葛藤に気を取られていました。En: ユキ{Yuki} was there on a school field trip, but she was more preoccupied with the conflict in her heart than the museum

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15:35

Autumn Reflections: Haruki's Journey of Hope and...

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2025/11/21

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Reflections: Haruki's Journey of Hope and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-21-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉が美しく色づく秋の日、晴れた空の下、ハルキとメグミは新宿御苑を歩いていました。En: On an autumn day when the momiji beautifully colored the scenery, under the clear sky, Haruki and Megumi were walking through Shinjuku Gyoen.Ja: 色とりどりの葉が風に舞い、地面を赤や金色のカーペットのように覆っています。En: The multicolored leaves danced in the wind, covering

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14:24

Unleashing Laughter: Hana's Thanksgiving Turkey...

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2025/11/21

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unleashing Laughter: Hana's Thanksgiving Turkey Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-21-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日の午後、色鮮やかな紅葉が広がる新宿御苑は、まるで絵画のように美しかった。En: On an autumn afternoon, the vivid autumn leaves spread across Shinjuku Gyoen were as beautiful as a painting.Ja: 公園には、散歩を楽しむ人々や写真を撮る観光客でにぎわっていた。En: The park was bustling with people enjoying walks and tourists taking photos.Ja:

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