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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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14:20

Strawberries and Snow: Haruto's Winter Discovery

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2026/02/04

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Strawberries and Snow: Haruto's Winter Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-04-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 田舎の村の市場には、賑やかな会話と笑い声が溢れていた。En: The market in the village was filled with lively conversations and laughter.Ja: 冬の野菜が並んだ屋台がいくつも並び、雪が舞う中、木造のかわいらしい家々の屋根には雪が軽く積もっていた。En: Several stalls lined up displaying winter vegetables, and amidst the falling snow, the roofs of the quaint wooden houses had a

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15:13

From Frost to Friendship: A Winter Tale in Nishimachi

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2026/02/03

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: From Frost to Friendship: A Winter Tale in Nishimachi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-03-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬のある日、東京の郊外にある美しい町、にしまちには、薄い雪が静かに降り積もっていました。En: On a winter day, in a beautiful town in the suburbs of Tokyo, Nishimachi, a light snow was quietly accumulating.Ja: 伝統的な家が並ぶ静かな通りを歩くと、遠くに東京のスカイラインが見えました。En: Walking along a quiet street lined with traditional houses, the Tokyo skyline could

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15:04

Haruto and Ayumi's Bunkasai Breakthrough: A Winter Tale

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2026/02/03

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Haruto and Ayumi's Bunkasai Breakthrough: A Winter Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-03-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の朝、静かな郊外の町には雪がしんしんと降り積もっていた。En: On a winter morning, snow was steadily piling up in the quiet suburban town.Ja: その町の中心には高校があり、そこでは文化祭の準備が進められていた。En: At the center of the town was a high school, where preparations for the bunkasai were underway.Ja: 文化部の部長であるハルトは、一つの疑問に悩んでいた。En: Haruto,

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14:54

Snow and Tradition: A Setsubun Journey at Fushimi Inari

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2026/02/02

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Snow and Tradition: A Setsubun Journey at Fushimi Inari Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-02-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の朝、京都の伏見稲荷大社には、雪が静かに降り積もっていました。En: On a winter morning, snow was quietly piling up at Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto.Ja: 千本鳥居が続く道は、雪で白く輝き、神秘的な雰囲気を漂わせています。En: The path lined with a thousand torii gates shone white with snow, exuding a mystical atmosphere.Ja:

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16:21

Snowy Reflections: A Brotherly Bond at Hakone's Onsen

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2026/02/02

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Snowy Reflections: A Brotherly Bond at Hakone's Onsen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-02-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 雪が降っている冬の箱根。En: In the winter in Hakone, snow falls gently.Ja: 静かな温泉宿で、澄んだ空気と雪に囲まれた山々が美しく広がっている。En: In a quiet onsen inn, the clear air and snow-covered mountains unfold beautifully around you.Ja: 温泉の蒸気が冷たい空気に混じり、心地よい温かさを感じさせる。En: The steam from the onsen mixes with the cold air,

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14:36

Love Illuminates: A Winter Romance in Shibuya

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2026/02/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Love Illuminates: A Winter Romance in Shibuya Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-01-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 渋谷の冬、街は美しいイルミネーションで飾られていました。En: In the winter of Shibuya, the city was decorated with beautiful illuminations.Ja: 人々は通りを行き交い、寒さの中でもそこには温かい空気が漂っていました。En: People flowed through the streets, and even amidst the cold, a warm atmosphere lingered.Ja: 渋谷の高校では、文化祭の準備が大詰めを迎えていました。En: At Shibuya High

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15:23

Takami's Transformative Setsubun: Casting Out Inner...

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2026/02/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Takami's Transformative Setsubun: Casting Out Inner Demons Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-01-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の寒さが日本の上野公園に広がっていました。En: The chill of winter was spreading through Ueno Park in Japan.Ja: 薄い白い霧が公園を包み込み、時折、子どもの笑い声が聞こえました。En: A thin white mist enveloped the park, and occasionally, the laughter of children could be heard.Ja: この日は節分の日。En: It was Setsubun day.Ja:

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15:05

Unfolding Futures: The Mystery Painting of Yufuin

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2026/01/31

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unfolding Futures: The Mystery Painting of Yufuin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-31-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬のユフインは、美しい雪景色で包まれていました。En: The winter in Yufuin was enveloped in a beautiful snowy landscape.Ja: 山々は白く輝き、温泉の蒸気があたりを暖かくしていました。En: The mountains shone white, and the steam from the hot springs warmed the surroundings.Ja: この村には、古くからの歴史を持つ旅館があります。En: This village has a traditional ryokan with a

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16:45

Stealing Tradition: The Quest to Save Tsurui's Legacy

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2026/01/31

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Stealing Tradition: The Quest to Save Tsurui's Legacy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-31-08-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 鶴居村での冬の朝、雪が静かに降り積もっていました。En: On a winter morning in Tsurui Village, snow was quietly piling up.Ja: 村は白い毛布に包まれたようでした。En: The village seemed to be wrapped in a white blanket.Ja: 鶴達が優雅に飛び交う姿は、まるで幸運を運ぶ使者のように見えました。En: The sight of cranes elegantly flying about looked like messengers bringing

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17:50

Winter's Harmony: Akira's Journey to Leadership and...

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2026/01/30

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Winter's Harmony: Akira's Journey to Leadership and Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-30-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の寒い朝、丘の上に建つ日本の寄宿学校は、新たな活気に満ちていました。En: On a cold winter morning, the kishuku gakkou in Japan, perched on top of a hill, was brimming with new vitality.Ja: 雪がちらほら舞う中、生徒たちの楽しげな声が響き渡ります。En: Amidst the gently falling snow, the cheerful voices of students resounded.Ja:

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18:54

Harmony in Winter: A Talent Show to Remember

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2026/01/30

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Harmony in Winter: A Talent Show to Remember Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-30-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 雪が静かに降る冬の日、山の上にある寄宿学校では大きなイベントの準備が進んでいました。En: On a winter day with snow quietly falling, preparations for a big event were underway at a boarding school located on a mountain.Ja: 毎年恒例の冬のタレントショーです。En: It was the annual winter talent show.Ja: ステージの上で輝くことを夢見る学生たちでにぎわっています。En: The school was bustling

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13:55

Slipping Into Strength: Haruto's Journey on Shiretoko

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2026/01/29

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Slipping Into Strength: Haruto's Journey on Shiretoko Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-29-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 白い雪が静かに降る知床半島。En: White snow quietly falls on the Shiretoko Peninsula.Ja: 冷たい風が頬を刺す。En: The cold wind stings his cheeks.Ja: ハルトは深い雪を踏みしめながら、一人歩き続ける。En: Haruto continues to walk alone, pressing down into the deep snow.Ja: 彼にとってこの場所は心を落ち着ける場所だ。En: To him, this place is where he finds

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13:58

Ainu Adventures: Tradition, Laughter, and...

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2026/01/29

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Ainu Adventures: Tradition, Laughter, and Unforgettable Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-29-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 雪が静かに降る北海道、アイヌの集落。En: In Hokkaido, where the snow quietly falls, lies an Ainu village.Ja: そこは伝統と自然が調和した、美しい場所です。En: It is a beautiful place where tradition and nature are in harmony.Ja: アイヌドラムのリズムが雪の空気を通して響きます。En: The rhythm of the Ainu drums resonates through the snowy air.Ja:

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15:22

Unlocking Family Secrets: Miyako's Winter of Discovery

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2026/01/28

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unlocking Family Secrets: Miyako's Winter of Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-28-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 家の大きな廊下を歩くと、夜は静かで、少し寒い感じがしました。En: As she walked down the large corridor of the house, the night was quiet, and she felt a little cold.Ja: 宮子は暖かいストーブの横に立ち止まり、何か特別なものを見つけようとしました。En: Miyako stopped by the warm stove, trying to find something special.Ja: もうすぐ節分がやってきます。En: Soon, Setsubun

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17:37

Lost Heirloom, Found Harmony: A Setsubun Story

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2026/01/28

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Lost Heirloom, Found Harmony: A Setsubun Story Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-28-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 山の中、雪で白く染まった木々の間に、古くて美しい温泉旅館がありました。En: In the mountains, amidst the trees painted white with snow, there was an old and beautiful onsen ryokan.Ja: その旅館は、春渡(はると)の家族が代々営んできた伝統ある場所でした。En: This inn was a traditional place that Haruto's family had been managing for generations.Ja:

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14:50

From Mist to Clarity: Haruto's Journey of...

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2026/01/27

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: From Mist to Clarity: Haruto's Journey of Self-Forgiveness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-27-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の冬、霧に包まれた沼地が、静かに動き始めた。En: In the winter of Kyoto, the marshland shrouded in mist began to stir quietly.Ja: 木々は寒さで裸になり、空を見上げると曇り空が広がっている。En: The trees were bare from the cold, and when you looked up at the sky, it was overcast.Ja: 今日は節分の日、古い悪を追い払い、新しい幸せを呼び込む日である。En: Today is

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15:42

Winter's Silent Confession: Love Amidst Arashiyama's...

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2026/01/27

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Winter's Silent Confession: Love Amidst Arashiyama's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-27-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の冷たい空気が、嵐山の竹林を優しく包んでいた。En: The cold winter air gently enveloped the Arashiyama bamboo grove.Ja: 竹がサワサワと揺れる音が、空気をより一層静かに感じさせる。En: The sound of the bamboo swaying softly made the air feel even quieter.Ja: そして、今日は節分の特別な日。En: Today was a special day of Setsubun.Ja:

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15:29

Conquering Fujisan: A New Year's Journey to the Summit

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2026/01/26

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Conquering Fujisan: A New Year's Journey to the Summit Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-26-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 富士山は白い雪に覆われて、静かな冬の美しさを誇っていました。En: Fujisan was covered in white snow, boasting the serene beauty of winter.Ja: 新しい年を迎え、晴れやかな空の下で、はるか、けんた、あゆみの三人は山のふもとに立っていました。En: As the new year began, under the clear sky, Haruka, Kenta, and Ayumi stood at the foot of the mountain.Ja:

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14:00

Snowy Reunion: A Journey Through Bamboo and Memories

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2026/01/26

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Snowy Reunion: A Journey Through Bamboo and Memories Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-26-08-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冷たい冬の日、春人は嵐山の竹林を歩いていた。En: On a cold winter's day, Haruto was walking through the bamboo grove of Arashiyama.Ja: 竹の間で、今年の初めての雪が足元に静かに積もっていた。En: Among the bamboo, the first snow of the year was quietly accumulating at his feet.Ja: 新年の余韻を残すランタンが道を照らし、幻想的な雰囲気を醸し出していた。En: Lanterns, which still

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15:49

Winter Triumphs and Tech Demos: Sora's Big Day

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2026/01/25

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Winter Triumphs and Tech Demos: Sora's Big Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-01-25-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の渋谷スクランブル交差点。En: The Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo.Ja: 冬の冷たい風が街を包んでいました。En: The cold winter wind enveloped the city.Ja: 年末、町はお正月の飾りでにぎわっています。En: As the year neared its end, the town was bustling with New Year's decorations.Ja: 人々は厚いコートを着て、急ぎ足で行き交います。En: People in thick coats hurried to

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