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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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15:50

Quest for Life: Haruto's Adventure in the Amazon

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/10

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Quest for Life: Haruto's Adventure in the Amazon Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-10-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: アマゾンの奥深く、森の中は色とりどりの緑と不思議な響きでいっぱいです。En: Deep in the Amazon, the forest is filled with a variety of greens and mysterious sounds.Ja: 鳥たちのさえずりや遠くから聞こえる滝の音が、湿った空気に響き渡っています。En: The chirping of birds and the distant sound of waterfalls echo through the damp air.Ja: 晴人は決意を抱えて、森の中を歩きます。En: Haruto

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14:21

Whispers in Arashiyama: A Bamboo Grove Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/10

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Whispers in Arashiyama: A Bamboo Grove Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-10-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の軽やかな風が嵐山竹林を吹き抜け、竹の葉がささやく音が静けさを彩っていた。En: The light autumn breeze blew through the Arashiyama bamboo grove, with the sound of the rustling bamboo leaves adding to the tranquility.Ja: 青空の下、久しぶりに集まった三人、ヒロシ、アキコ、そしてケンジは、竹林の道を歩いていた。En: Under the blue sky, three friends, Hiroshi, Akiko, and Kenji,

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14:18

Lost in Translation: The Umbrella Adventure in Shibuya

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/09

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Lost in Translation: The Umbrella Adventure in Shibuya Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-09-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の賑やかな渋谷。En: The bustling Tokyo district of Shibuya.Ja: 秋のそよ風が街を冷たく包みます。En: The autumn breeze wraps the city in a chill.Ja: 交差点の向こうに人々の流れが続いています。En: Across the intersection, the flow of people continues.Ja: ここで、ケンジは何かを探しています。En: Here, Kenji is looking for something.Ja:

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14:16

Rediscovering Balance: A Kyoto Getaway Transforms...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/09

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Rediscovering Balance: A Kyoto Getaway Transforms Yuki's Heart Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-09-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の紅葉が鮮やかに色づく京都御所。青空の下、ゆっくりと散歩する家族の姿がありました。En: In the Kyoto Gyoen, where the autumn leaves color vibrantly, there was a family strolling leisurely under the blue sky.Ja: 彼らは旅行で京都を訪れた雪の一家です。En: They were the Yuki family, visiting Kyoto on vacation.Ja:

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16:12

From Solitude to Solidarity: Hiroshi's Autumn Odyssey

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/08

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: From Solitude to Solidarity: Hiroshi's Autumn Odyssey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-08-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の風が吹き抜ける荒れ果てたショッピングモールは、過去の賑わいを完全に失っていた。En: The autumn wind swept through the desolate shopping mall, which had completely lost its former bustling energy.Ja: 粉々になったガラス天井から薄暗い光が差し込み、長い間沈んでいた落ち葉が埃と共に舞い上がっていた。En: Dim light streamed in through the shattered glass ceiling, and fallen leaves

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16:23

Autumn Connections: Finding Inspiration in a Kyoto...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/08

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Connections: Finding Inspiration in a Kyoto Teahouse Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-08-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の秋、紅葉が鮮やかに色づく季節でした。En: In Kyoto, it was the season when the autumn leaves brilliantly change colors.Ja: 静かな午後、リカはひとりで隠れた茶屋に足を踏み入れました。En: One quiet afternoon, Rika stepped into a hidden chaya (teahouse) by herself.Ja: 茶屋の名前は「和心」といい、どこか落ち着いた雰囲気が漂っています。En: The name of the chaya was

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14:56

Finding Courage and Connection in Shinjuku Gyoen

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2025/11/07

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Courage and Connection in Shinjuku Gyoen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-07-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 新宿御苑の秋は美しい。En: Autumn in Shinjuku Gyoen is beautiful.Ja: 黄葉した木々が風に揺れ、菊の花が一面に咲いている。En: The trees, with their yellow leaves, sway in the wind, and chrysanthemums bloom all over.Ja: 新宿御苑は都会の喧騒を忘れさせる静かな場所だ。En: Shinjuku Gyoen is a quiet place that makes one forget the hustle and bustle of the

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14:18

Autumn Leaves to New Beginnings: A Kyoto Connection

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2025/11/07

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Autumn Leaves to New Beginnings: A Kyoto Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-07-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 紅葉の季節、京都の嵐山竹林は特別でした。En: In the season of autumn leaves, the Arashiyama bamboo grove in Kyoto was special.Ja: 高くそびえる竹の合間から見える空は澄み、風にそよぐ竹の音が静けさを感じさせます。En: The sky visible between the towering bamboo was clear, and the sound of the bamboo swaying in the wind evoked a sense of tranquility.Ja:

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14:55

Whispers of the Chikurin: A Journey of Memory and...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/06

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Whispers of the Chikurin: A Journey of Memory and Healing Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-06-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 竹林の中、ハルカは静かなため息をついた。En: In the chikurin, Haruka let out a quiet sigh.Ja: アラシヤマの竹林は、静けさと優雅さを持っていた。En: The chikurin of Arashiyama possessed both tranquility and elegance.Ja: 秋のやわらかな日差しが、竹の間を通り抜け、地面に模様を描いた。En: The soft autumn sunlight filtered through the bamboo, painting patterns on the

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13:40

Fashion Sparks: A Creative Bond in Vibrant Harajuku

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2025/11/06

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Fashion Sparks: A Creative Bond in Vibrant Harajuku Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-06-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日、賑やかな原宿の通りは七五三の祭りで活気に満ちていた。En: On an autumn day, the bustling streets of Harajuku were filled with the lively atmosphere of the Shichi-Go-San festival.Ja: 子供たちの笑顔と、色とりどりの着物姿が華やかだった。En: The children's smiles and the bright colors of their kimono made for a splendid scene.Ja:

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13:03

Finding Sweet Traditions: A Shichi-Go-San Market Tale

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/05

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Sweet Traditions: A Shichi-Go-San Market Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-05-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 錦市場の秋の光に包まれて、春樹は娘のために特別な食事を探していました。En: Wrapped in the autumn light of Nishiki Ichiba, Haruki was searching for a special meal for his daughter.Ja: 市場の中は賑やかで、あちこちから人々の声や新鮮な食材の香りが漂っていました。En: The market was bustling, filled with the voices of people and the scent of fresh ingredients wafting

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15:31

Harvesting Wisdom: Haruto's Autumn Culinary Quest

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/05

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Harvesting Wisdom: Haruto's Autumn Culinary Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-05-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 錦市場は秋の京都で活気に満ちた場所です。En: にしきいちば is a lively place in きょうと during the autumn season.Ja: 紅葉の葉が舞い散り、空気は清々しく、その中で出迎えてくれるのは、幅広い香りを放つ露店たちです。En: As the autumn leaves dance in the air and the atmosphere is refreshing, you are welcomed by stalls emitting a wide variety of scents.Ja:

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15:07

Serendipity in the Bamboo Grove: A Tale of Inspiration

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2025/11/04

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Serendipity in the Bamboo Grove: A Tale of Inspiration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-04-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の嵐山は、日本の文化の日を迎える秋のある日、静寂に包まれていました。En: KyotoのArashiyama was enveloped in tranquility on an autumn day as Japan celebrated Culture Day.Ja: 竹林は、静かなカテドラルのようにそそり立つ竹の葉で覆われ、その風景に澄んだ空気が漂っていました。En: The bamboo grove stood tall like a quiet cathedral, covered with bamboo leaves, and the landscape

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16:14

Lunch Swap Leads to Student Chef Showdown

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/04

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Lunch Swap Leads to Student Chef Showdown Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-04-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の高等学校はいつもとてもにぎやかです。En: High school in the fall is always very lively.Ja: 生徒たちは色づいた落ち葉の中を歩きながら、軽いジャケットを着ています。En: The students walk among the colorful fallen leaves, wearing light jackets.Ja: 今日は特別な日ではありませんが、収穫祭のシーズンで、外は少し涼しいです。En: Although today is not a special day, it is harvest festival season,

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14:49

Embracing New Beginnings at Fujisan’s Autumn Teahouse

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/03

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Embracing New Beginnings at Fujisan’s Autumn Teahouse Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-03-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 富士山の麓にある小さな村。En: A small village at the foot of Fujisan.Ja: その村には古い木造の茶屋があった。En: In this village, there was an old wooden teahouse.Ja: 秋の空気が冷たく澄んでおり、紅葉が見頃を迎えていた。En: The autumn air was cold and clear, and the autumn leaves were at their peak.Ja: 茶屋の灯りが優しく揺れ、香ばしいお茶の香りが漂っていた。En: The light of

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16:28

Tea Ceremony Triumph: A Tale of Friendship and Festival

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2025/11/03

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Tea Ceremony Triumph: A Tale of Friendship and Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-03-08-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 体育館には色とりどりの旗が飾られ、中世風の装飾が施されていました。En: The gymnasium was adorned with colorful flags and decorated in a medieval style.Ja: 厚いカーテンが窓を覆い、早秋の柔らかな光が蛍光灯と混ざり合って、独特の雰囲気を作り出しています。En: Thick curtains covered the windows, and the soft early autumn light blended with the fluorescent lamps, creating a

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15:16

Robots and Revelations at the Tokyo Science Museum

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/02

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Robots and Revelations at the Tokyo Science Museum Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-02-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の晴れた日、東京の科学博物館にはたくさんの人々が訪れていました。En: On a sunny autumn day, many people were visiting the Tokyo Museum of Science.Ja: 展示室の明るい照明とインタラクティブなディスプレイの音が、訪れた人々の興味をさらに引き立てます。En: The bright lights in the exhibit rooms and the sounds from the interactive displays further piqued the interest of the

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15:11

Haruto's Celestial Gift: Sparking a Love for Science

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/02

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Haruto's Celestial Gift: Sparking a Love for Science Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-02-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の柔らかい日差しが、大阪科学館の窓から差し込んでいました。En: The gentle autumn sunlight streamed in through the windows of the Osaka Science Museum.Ja: ハルトは、友達のユミとカズオと一緒に、この賑やかな場所に来ていました。En: Haruto had come to this lively place with his friends Yumi and Kazuo.Ja:

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14:47

A Vote to Remember: Unlikely Heroes of the Election Day

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/11/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Vote to Remember: Unlikely Heroes of the Election Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-01-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の日、葉がオレンジやクリムゾンに染まり、風に舞う季節。地元のコミュニティセンターでは投票日が始まります。En: On an autumn day, when the leaves are dyed orange and crimson and dance in the wind, election day begins at the local community center.Ja: 静かな緊張感と期待感が漂い、人々はやってきて投票権を行使します。En: A quiet tension and sense of anticipation linger as

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15:34

Finding Hope at the Polls: An Unexpected Encounter

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2025/11/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Hope at the Polls: An Unexpected Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-01-07-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 秋の冷たい風が頬を撫でた。En: The cold autumn wind brushed against Kenta's cheeks.Ja: 建太（けんた）は投票所に向かって歩いていた。En: He was walking towards the polling station.Ja: 投票日はいつも特別な日だったが、なぜか今年はやる気を感じられなかった。En: Voting day was always a special day, but for some reason, he didn't feel motivated this year.Ja:

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