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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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14:30

Leaves of Change: A Naval Engineer's Health Awakening

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/15

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Leaves of Change: A Naval Engineer's Health Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-15-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 横須賀の海軍基地は秋の色で彩られていました。En: The Yokosuka naval base was adorned in autumn colors.Ja: 赤やオレンジ色の紅葉が基地の周りを囲み、活気と穏やかな自然が共存していました。En: Red and orange foliage surrounded the base, where liveliness and serene nature coexisted.Ja: 広志は真面目な海軍技師で、仕事に熱心でした。En: Hiroshi was a diligent navy engineer,

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13:15

Moonlit Bonds: A Cultural Tribute at Yokosuka Base

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/15

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Moonlit Bonds: A Cultural Tribute at Yokosuka Base Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-15-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 横須賀基地の朝、海風が涼しく、秋の始まりを感じさせました。En: On a morning at Yokosuka Base, the sea breeze was cool, hinting at the start of autumn.Ja: 若い海軍将校のハルトが基地の中を歩いていました。En: A young naval officer, Haru, was walking through the base.Ja: 彼は静かに自分の文化と繋がりたいという気持ちを抱えています。En: Quietly, he harbored a desire to connect

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14:26

Mystery in the Bamboo Grove: A Tea Ceremony Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/14

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Mystery in the Bamboo Grove: A Tea Ceremony Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-14-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 嵐山の竹林は、秋の柔らかな風に揺れる竹の姿が美しい場所です。En: The Arashiyama bamboo grove is a beautiful place where the bamboo sways in the gentle autumn breeze.Ja: 高く伸びた竹が、影を作りながら静かな音を立てています。En: The tall bamboo casts shadows while making soft, quiet sounds.Ja: この竹林の奥深くで、茶道の達人であるハルトは静かに茶室を整えていました。En: Deep within

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14:47

Unexpected Laughter: Improvisation and Discovery in...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/14

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unexpected Laughter: Improvisation and Discovery in Yoyogi Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-14-07-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の木々が赤とオレンジに輝く代々木公園。En: The aki trees glow red and orange in Yoyogi Park.Ja: 人々はカラフルなコスチュームを身にまとい、犬たちも可愛らしい服を着ています。En: People are dressed in colorful costumes, and even the dogs are wearing adorable outfits.Ja: のんびりした大学生の遥斗（はると）と、元気いっぱいのイラストレーター、笑子（えみこ）は一緒に公園を歩いていました。En: Haruto,

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14:26

A Kyoto Love Quest: Harto's Delightful Surprise Journey

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/13

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Kyoto Love Quest: Harto's Delightful Surprise Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-13-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の京都の街は、鮮やかな橙色と赤色に包まれていた。En: The streets of Kyoto in autumn were enveloped in vibrant orange and red hues.Ja: 木々の間からは柔らかな日差しが差し込み、落ち葉が道を埋め尽くしている。En: Soft sunlight streamed through the trees, and fallen leaves covered the path.Ja: そんな中、ハルトは意気揚々と東京の家を出発した。En: In this setting, Harto set

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15:42

Embracing Change: A Journey from Routine to Renewal

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/13

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Embracing Change: A Journey from Routine to Renewal Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-13-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋のある朝、東京駅はいつものように混雑していた。En: One autumn morning, Tokyo Station was as crowded as usual.Ja: 人々は急いで電車に乗り込み、忙しそうに行き交っていた。En: People hurried to board the trains, bustling about with a busy air.Ja: 空気はひんやりとしていて、イチョウの木々は黄金色の葉を落としていた。En: The atmosphere was chilly, and the ginkgo trees were shedding

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13:47

Embrace Your Dreams: An Autumn Tale of Passion and...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/12

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Embrace Your Dreams: An Autumn Tale of Passion and Choice Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-12-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋のある午後、ハルトとユキはサバンナ川沿いを歩いていました。En: One autumn afternoon, Harto and Yuki were walking along the Savanna River.Ja: 川の流れは穏やかで、カラフルな秋の葉が一緒に風に舞っていました。En: The flow of the river was calm, and colorful autumn leaves danced in the wind.Ja: 石畳の道は、散歩や反省をするのにぴったりな場所でした。En: The cobblestone path was

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16:34

Finding Connection: Kenji's Autumn Awakening at Ueno...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/12

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Connection: Kenji's Autumn Awakening at Ueno Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-12-07-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日、上野公園は紅葉祭りで賑わっていた。En: On an autumn day, Ueno Park was bustling with the momiji festival.Ja: 赤やオレンジの葉が美しく舞っている。En: The red and orange leaves were beautifully fluttering in the air.Ja: ケンジは公園のベンチに座って、色々考えていた。En: Kenji sat on a park bench, lost in thought.Ja: 大学の友達とは少し距離を感じていた。En: He

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17:25

Sunset Inspirations: Love, Art, and Poetry in Santorini

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/11

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Sunset Inspirations: Love, Art, and Poetry in Santorini Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-11-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日差しが穏やかに降り注ぐサントリーニ島。En: The autumn sunlight gently poured over Santorini Island.Ja: 白い家々が連なる風景の中で、アイコは美しい夕焼けを背に、街を歩いていました。En: Among the landscape of white houses, Aiko was walking through the town with a beautiful sunset behind her.Ja: 彼女は旅の途中、ここで新しいインスピレーションを探していました。En: She was in

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15:50

Capturing Connection: An Amalfi Festival Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/11

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Capturing Connection: An Amalfi Festival Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-11-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 海が輝くアマルフィ海岸の秋、街はカラフルな家々で溢れ、崖の上から美しい景色が広がっていました。En: In the autumn of the Amalfi Coast, where the sea sparkles, the town is filled with colorful houses and from the top of the cliffs, a beautiful landscape unfolds.Ja: 道は狭くて曲がりくねり、澄んだ秋の空気にはシトラスの香りと、楽しげなイタリア音楽が混ざっていました。En: The roads are narrow

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14:33

Braving Rain and Doubt in Fuji Hakone's Autumn Splendor

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/10

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Braving Rain and Doubt in Fuji Hakone's Autumn Splendor Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-10-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 富士箱根伊豆国立公園では、秋の鮮やかな紅葉が彩る中、直樹とさゆりがハイキングを楽しんでいました。En: In Fuji Hakone Izu National Park, amidst the vibrant autumn foliage, Naoki and Sayuri were enjoying a hike.Ja: 直樹は経験豊かなハイカーで、普段は冷静ですが、最近は仕事に対する疑念を抱えていました。En: Naoki, a seasoned hiker, was usually calm, but recently he had been grappling

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14:44

Finding Harmony: Haruto's Autumn Awakening on Koyasan

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/10

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Harmony: Haruto's Autumn Awakening on Koyasan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-10-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 高野山の秋。En: Autumn on Koyasan.Ja: 葉が紅く染まり、山寺の静けさが心に深く響く季節だった。En: A season when the leaves turn red and the tranquility of the mountain temples profoundly resonates with the heart.Ja: はるとは若い修行僧であり、この特別な場所で自らの内面を見つめていた。En: Haruto was a young apprentice monk, gazing inward at this special

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16:57

Autumn Awakening: Haruka's Heartfelt Kyoto Journey

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/09

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Awakening: Haruka's Heartfelt Kyoto Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-09-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の秋は、美しさが一段と輝く季節です。En: Autumn in Kyoto is a season where its beauty shines even brighter.Ja: この日、春香は親友のナオとユキと一緒に清水寺を訪れていました。En: On this day, Haruka visited Kiyomizu Temple with her best friends, Nao and Yuki.Ja: 寺の周りには真っ赤な紅葉とオレンジ色に染まる木々が広がり、優しい風が吹き抜けます。En: Around the temple, there were

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14:28

Secrets of the Autumn Ruins: An Adventure in Teamwork

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/08

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Secrets of the Autumn Ruins: An Adventure in Teamwork Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-08-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の森は美しく彩られていました。En: The autumn forest was beautifully colored.Ja: 赤、オレンジ、黄色の葉が木々を飾り、地面にふんわりと積もっていました。En: Red, orange, and yellow leaves adorned the trees and lay softly piled on the ground.Ja: その中に隠された古代の遺跡は、静かに歴史を語っているようでした。En: The ancient ruins hidden within seemed to quietly tell their

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14:33

Discovering Ancient Family Bonds in the Ruins of Nara

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/08

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Discovering Ancient Family Bonds in the Ruins of Nara Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-08-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の奈良の森にある古代遺跡。En: In the autumn forest of Nara, lies an ancient ruin.Ja: その空気はひんやりとし、地面は赤や金色の葉で覆われている。En: The air is chilly, and the ground is covered with red and golden leaves.Ja: 木々の間から差し込む光が、苔むした石の構造物を優しく照らしている。En: Light filters softly through the trees, gently illuminating the

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14:00

Beachside Breaths: A Tale of Friendship and Resilience

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/07

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Beachside Breaths: A Tale of Friendship and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-07-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の夕暮れ、月明かりが美しいビーチを照らしていました。En: On an autumn evening, the moonlight beautifully illuminated the beach.Ja: 波の音は静かで、心落ち着くひびきでした。En: The sound of the waves was quiet, resonating in a way that calmed the heart.Ja: ここはサトルがよく訪れる場所です。En: This is a place that Satoru often visits.Ja:

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13:42

Discovering Life's Gifts in Nara Park's Autumn Splendor

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/07

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Discovering Life's Gifts in Nara Park's Autumn Splendor Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-07-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 奈良の秋の午後、ハルキとサクラは鹿の遊び場として知られる奈良公園を歩いていました。En: One autumn afternoon in Nara, Haruki and Sakura were walking through Nara Park, known as a playground for deer.Ja: 木々の葉が紅や黄色に染まり、風が優しく吹く中、鹿たちは観光客と共に静かに楽しんでいました。En: The leaves on the trees were dyed red and yellow, and amidst the gently

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15:43

A Serendipitous Autumn: New Beginnings in Hyoutan Town

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/06

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Serendipitous Autumn: New Beginnings in Hyoutan Town Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-06-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の光が町を優しく包む朝。En: A morning where the autumn light gently envelopes the town.Ja: 小さな町、ひょうたん町では秋祭りの準備が進んでいました。En: In the small town of Hyoutan Town, preparations for the autumn festival were underway.Ja: 町の人々は活気に満ち、葉っぱの色が深まる中、色とりどりのとうろうが通りを照らしています。En: The townsfolk were brimming with

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14:24

A Moonlit Reunion: Sibling Rediscovery in an Autumn Home

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/06

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Moonlit Reunion: Sibling Rediscovery in an Autumn Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-06-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋のある日、秋田県の小さな町にある古い家が静かに佇んでいました。En: One autumn day, an old house stood quietly in a small town in Akita Prefecture.Ja: 家の周りには紅葉した木々が青々と茂り、秋風がやさしく吹いていました。En: Around the house, trees with autumn leaves grew lushly, and a gentle autumn breeze blew.Ja: 家の中では、兄のユウタと妹のメグミが祖父母の家を片付けていました。En:

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15:40

Finding Harvest Hope: Harto's Unforgettable Market Quest

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/10/05

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Harvest Hope: Harto's Unforgettable Market Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-10-05-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の涼しい朝、北海道の農場から陽が昇る。En: On a cool autumn morning, the sun rises over a farm in Hokkaido.Ja: 葉が赤や黄色に染まる中、畑の中を歩くハルト。En: As the leaves turn red and yellow, Harto walks through the fields.Ja: 彼はその年、天候に苦しんでいた。En: That year, he had struggled with the weather.Ja: 雨が多すぎて作物がうまく育たなかった。En: There

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