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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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15:29

Haruka's Quest: Unveiling Kyoto's Ancient Secrets

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/11

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Haruka's Quest: Unveiling Kyoto's Ancient Secrets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-11-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の古い寺院に夏の香りが漂っていました。En: The scent of summer lingered around the old temple in Kyoto.Ja: 木々が高く茂り、寺院の静けさを守っています。En: The trees grew tall and lush, preserving the temple's serenity.Ja: ここで、大学生の春香（はるか）は古代の秘密を探求していました。En: Here, a university student named Haruka was delving into ancient secrets.Ja:

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14:23

Friendship & Focus: A Lesson from Hokkaido's Library

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/10

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Friendship & Focus: A Lesson from Hokkaido's Library Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-10-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日差しが窓から差し込み、北海道大学の図書館は静かで涼しい避難場所だった。En: The summer sunlight streamed through the window, and the library at Hokkaido University was a quiet and cool refuge.Ja: 外では、お盆の準備が進んでいたが、ここでは時間が止まっているようだった。En: Outside, preparations for Obon were underway, but it felt as if time had stopped

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15:55

A Rainy Day's Muse: Finding Inspiration in the Tokyo...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/09

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Rainy Day's Muse: Finding Inspiration in the Tokyo Museum Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-09-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏のある日、東京国立博物館はいつもより賑わっていました。En: On a summer day, the Tokyo National Museum was busier than usual.Ja: 特別な展示があり、多くの人が訪れていました。En: There was a special exhibition, attracting a large number of visitors.Ja: しかし、外は突然の雨嵐。出られなくなった訪問者たちで、館内はさらに混雑していました。En: However, outside, a sudden rainstorm

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14:21

Heights of Reconciliation: A Family Reunion at Tokyo...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/08

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Heights of Reconciliation: A Family Reunion at Tokyo Skytree Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-08-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京スカイツリーの展望デッキから見る景色は、夏の夕暮れに黄金色に輝いていました。En: The view from the observation deck of the Tokyo Skytree glowed golden in the summer dusk.Ja: 観光客や地元の人々が集まり、穏やかな風が頬を撫でていました。En: Tourists and locals gathered, and a gentle breeze caressed their cheeks.Ja: この賑やかな場所で、はるかは深い考えに沈み込んでいました。En: In

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15:46

Unveiling Secrets: A Summer Night's Discovery at School

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/07

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unveiling Secrets: A Summer Night's Discovery at School Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-07-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 桜の季節が終わり、夏の日差しが降り注ぐ高校の校庭には、笑顔と賑やかな声が響いていました。En: The cherry blossom season had ended, and the high school courtyard bathed in summer sunlight was filled with smiles and lively voices.Ja: 学校はもうすぐ始まるお盆祭りの準備で忙しく、彼女たちはその賑わいの中にいました。En: The school was busy with preparations for the upcoming

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14:32

Unraveling the Hidden Legacy: Yuzuki's Forest Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/06

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unraveling the Hidden Legacy: Yuzuki's Forest Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-06-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日の午後、ゆずきは秘密の研究所に向かっていた。深い森の中に隠れている研究所。En: One summer afternoon, Yuzuki was heading toward a secret laboratory hidden within a dense forest.Ja: しかし、ゆずきは家族の秘密を知るため、この場所を訪れた。En: Despite the danger, Yuzuki was visiting this place to uncover her family's secret.Ja:

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13:41

Under Kyoto's Lanterns: A Journey to Healing and Hope

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/05

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Under Kyoto's Lanterns: A Journey to Healing and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-05-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の隠れた小道に、そのお茶屋はありました。En: In a hidden alley in Kyoto, there was a teahouse.Ja: オボンのために賑やかに飾られた色とりどりの提灯が、穏やかな鴨川を見下ろしながらそよ風に揺れていました。En: The colorful lanterns, decorated festively for Obon, swayed in the gentle breeze while overlooking the tranquil Kamogawa River.Ja:

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15:14

Finding Heartfelt Gifts: Sora's Obon Market Adventure

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/04

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Finding Heartfelt Gifts: Sora's Obon Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-04-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の郊外には、明るい市場が広がっていた。En: In the suburbs of Kyoto, a bright market stretched out before onlookers.Ja: そこはオボン祭りの装飾が施され、カラフルな色が溢れていた。En: There, decorations for the Obon festival adorned the area, with vibrant colors overflowing everywhere.Ja: 屋台や店が並び、空気には屋台料理の香りが漂っていた。En: Stalls and shops

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14:31

Saving Heritage: A Sibling's Battle to Preserve Memories

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/03

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Saving Heritage: A Sibling's Battle to Preserve Memories Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-03-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日差しが強く照りつける午後、遥斗は街の裏通りを急いでいた。En: On a summer afternoon when the sun was beating down mercilessly, Haruto hurried through the back streets of the town.Ja: 彼の目指す先は、幼い頃からの家だった。En: His destination was the house he had known since childhood.Ja: 狭い住宅街には、家々の間に盆提灯が揺れていた。En: In the narrow

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13:23

Healing in Shinjuku: Bonding Through Memory and Loss

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2025/08/02

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Healing in Shinjuku: Bonding Through Memory and Loss Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-02-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 新宿御苑の中、夏の日差しが木々の間からやさしく降り注いでいました。En: In Shinjuku Gyoen, the summer sunlight gently streamed through the trees.Ja: 緑がいっぱいで、時々鈴虫の鳴き声が聞こえます。En: It was full of greenery, and occasionally, the chirping of crickets could be heard.Ja: ユキとハルトは祖母のお葬式の後、ここを訪れていました。En: Yuki and Harto visited this

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15:34

Ephemeral Sparks: A Night of Renewal at Kyoto's Obon...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/08/01

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Ephemeral Sparks: A Night of Renewal at Kyoto's Obon Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-01-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の夏祭りの夕暮れ、通りは色とりどりの提灯で飾られ、伝統的な音楽が響いていました。En: On the evening of a summer festival in Kyoto, the streets were decorated with colorful lanterns, and traditional music echoed through the air.Ja: 屋台の香りが漂い、人々は浴衣を着て楽しんでいます。En: The scent of food stalls wafted around, and people enjoyed

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15:48

The Sun, the Mountain, and a Heart's Revelation

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/31

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: The Sun, the Mountain, and a Heart's Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-31-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日差しが眩しい、七夕の季節でした。En: It was the season of Tanabata, with the dazzling summer sun overhead.Ja: 警察署は忙しく、人々が行き交い、どこか緊張した空気が漂っています。En: The police station was bustling, people coming and going, and there was a somewhat tense atmosphere.Ja: 木製のカウンターの前にハルカは立っていました。En: Haruka stood in front of a

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14:53

Ueno Park Reunion: Rediscovering Friendship in Tokyo

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/30

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Ueno Park Reunion: Rediscovering Friendship in Tokyo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-30-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日、上野公園は賑やかだった。En: On a summer day, Ueno Park was bustling.Ja: 緑の木々が日差しを和らげ、子供たちが楽しそうに遊んでいた。En: The green trees softened the sunlight, and children played joyfully.Ja: セミの声が響き渡り、その音が絶え間なく続く。En: The sound of cicadas echoed, continuing without pause.Ja: 花の香りが漂い、空気が温かく包み込む。En: The scent of

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14:37

New Tastes and Seed-Shooting Triumphs: A Festival of...

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2025/07/29

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: New Tastes and Seed-Shooting Triumphs: A Festival of Firsts Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-29-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日差しが公園を鮮やかに照らしていました。En: The summer sun brightly illuminated the park.Ja: 色とりどりの屋台が並び、笑い声が空に響き渡ります。En: A colorful array of stalls lined up, and laughter echoed through the sky.Ja: 今日は理想郷の毎年恒例のスイカフェスティバル。En: Today was the annual Risoukyou Watermelon Festival.Ja:

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15:27

A Magical Proposal: Love Blossoms at Tokyo Disneyland

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/28

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Magical Proposal: Love Blossoms at Tokyo Disneyland Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-28-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京ディズニーランドの夏の空は青く、どこを見ても楽しそうな人々でにぎわっています。En: The summer sky at Tokyo Disneyland was blue, and wherever you looked, there were crowds of people having a wonderful time.Ja: ポップコーンと綿菓子の甘い香りが空気中に漂い、シンデレラ城が背景にそびえ立っています。En: The sweet scent of popcorn and cotton candy wafted through the air,

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15:15

Reviving Sakura: Haruto's Journey of Tradition &...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/27

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Reviving Sakura: Haruto's Journey of Tradition & Innovation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-27-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の京都植物園は美しい。En: The natsu of Kyoto Botanical Garden is beautiful.Ja: 緑がいっぱいで、静かな小道が続く。En: It is full of greenery, and quiet paths stretch out.Ja: 蝉の声が遠くから聞こえる。En: The sound of cicadas can be heard from afar.Ja: 晴れることが少ない、今年の夏は特に雨が多い。En: It has been rare for it to be sunny;

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15:22

Beyond the Tourist Trail: Discovering Santorini's...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/26

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Beyond the Tourist Trail: Discovering Santorini's Hidden Gems Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-26-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日差しがサントリーニ島を照らしていました。En: The summer sun was shining down on Santorini.Ja: 青いエーゲ海が、真っ白な建物と青いドームの教会を背景に輝いています。En: The blue Aegean Sea sparkled with the backdrop of the pure white buildings and blue-domed churches.Ja: 観光客が賑やかな通りを行き交い、島全体が活気づいていました。En: Tourists wandered through the

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14:34

The Souvenir That Sparked Confidence: Haruto's Journey

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/25

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: The Souvenir That Sparked Confidence: Haruto's Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-25-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 箱根の夏の朝は、暖かく優しい陽射しが山々を照らしていました。En: The summer morning in Hakone was warm, with a gentle sunlight illuminating the mountains.Ja: 温泉街には観光客が溢れ、あちこちに色とりどりの露店が並んでいました。En: The hot spring town was overflowing with tourists, and colorful stalls were lined up everywhere.Ja:

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14:29

Bamboo Grove Serenade: Finding Inspiration in...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/24

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Bamboo Grove Serenade: Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-24-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 古い竹林の中を歩くと、時間が止まったような感覚になる。En: When walking through an old bamboo grove, it feels as though time has stopped.Ja: 鎌倉の竹林は、都会の喧騒から逃れるための静かな避難所だった。En: The bamboo grove in Kamakura was a quiet refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city.Ja: 夏の暖かい風が竹を揺らし、光が木漏れ日となって足元に降り注いでいる。En: The

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14:32

Secrets of Kyoto: Unveiling the Past, Embracing the...

Fluent Fiction - Japanese ·

2025/07/23

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Secrets of Kyoto: Unveiling the Past, Embracing the Future Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-07-23-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の古代遺跡には、時間が止まったかのような静けさが漂っていました。En: In the ancient ruins of Kyoto, a silence as if time had stopped lingered.Ja: 石畳のあいだに苔が生い茂り、彫刻が施された柱は長い歴史を語っていました。En: Moss grew thick between the cobblestones, and the pillars adorned with carvings spoke of a long history.Ja:

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