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GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture)

GoGen Languages株式会社

Learn Japanese and about Japan through deep discussions of Japanese language and culture with native speakers. Get our FREE 75-page guide on dating in Japan at https://www.gogenlanguages.com/date-guide

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01:01:31

5 'Icks' That END Dates in Japan - Chopsticks into...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/11/18

Why did my date end the moment she saw a "CLOSED" sign on the restaurant? What's "Kaeruka Genshō" and why do tiny mistakes instantly kill attraction in Japan? In Part 3 (#4-3) of our Date Spot series, we uncover the hidden cultural tests that foreigners don't even know exist.🎁 FREE 75-page Guide: Planning Dates in Japan https://www.gogenlanguages.com/date-guide Ad for our free Date Guide @ 43:48We break down 蛙化現象/カエル化現象 (kaeruka genshō) - Japan's version of "the ick" - and explore what can end a

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00:49:56

Why *in Japan* Disneyland DOOMS Lovers & Bdays are...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/11/12

In episode 4-2 of our Japanese dating culture series, we explore the most infamous Japanese date spots with our bilingual Japanese guests. Going to Tokyo Disneyland or Disney Sea too early in a relationship can end things before they even start. But why? And aquariums are THE most popular date spot in Japan!? Birthdays AND Christmas are both more romantic than Valentine's Day?? The shocking cultural differences keep coming.🎁 FREE 75-page Guide: Planning Dates in Japan

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02:23:42

Halloween in Japan - Costumes, Monsters & Culture (#7-1)

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/11/01

Do Japanese people only do cosplay costumes? Why don't Japanese kids trick-or-treat? Why did Tokyo ban its biggest Halloween party? Join host Bryan (American linguist in Tokyo) and three Japanese locals as they expose the wild differences between American and Japanese Halloween, as well as deep dive into Japanese monsters, demons, and supernatural creatures.From discovering that trick-or-treating requires a MAP in Japan to learning why house parties are basically impossible, this episode reveals

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01:02:44

Why Japanese First Dates Are SILENT - Tokyo Dating...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/08/12

No talking on first dates? Coffee shops are OFF LIMITS? Welcome to dating in Japan.In this episode (4-1), we uncover the unwritten rules of Japanese date spots with our bilingual Japanese guests. Learn why movie theaters are the strategic choice for first dates (hint: you don't have to talk OR make eye contact), why suggesting coffee might get you ghosted, and what "omochikaeri" really means 😏Our guests share their real kokuhaku stories, including one that happened at her front door

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01:12:01

Why Your Chopstick Manners Matter When Dating in...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/07/11

Why do Japanese parents judge your dating potential by how you hold chopsticks? In this eye-opening episode of the GoGen podcast, we dive deep into the unspoken rules of Japanese dating culture with two bilingual Japanese women who reveal the surprising deal-breakers that could end your romantic chances before they even begin.From "charai" guys to chopstick etiquette, discover why table manners carry more weight in Japan than you might think – and how they reflect on your entire

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00:54:21

The 'Charai' Chronicles Part 2: From Fashion to...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/06/18

The Charai Chronicles Part 2: From Fashion to Dating DisastersWelcome back to part 2 of our deep dive into チャラい (charai) and Japanese dating culture! In this episode, we explore the fascinating vocabulary around Japanese playboy culture and its many manifestations.In this episode:• The crucial differences between onna-tarashi (女たらし), yarich**, and onna-zuki (女好き)• Why being called "sake-zuki" might actually be a compliment• Can women be charai? The controversial gender divide• How 1990s

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00:49:38

Japanese Girls Explain CHARAI: Why Western Dating...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/06/05

Think your Western flirting playbook works in Tokyo? Think again. Two Japanese insiders break down charai—the flashy, flirt-first persona—plus sister terms yarichin and onna tarashi, revealing why showy compliments, loud fashion and club bravado often hurt your chances in Japan’s dating scene. We compare celeb case studies, decode “clean-style” fashion, and teach the Japanese you’ll actually hear on Friday nights in Shibuya. 🎧KEY TOPICS COVERED:- The difference between Charai, Yarichin, and Onna

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00:32:44

Dating in Japan - "kokuhaku"? (PART 3) When is a...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/05/14

When is a couple officially a couple? Dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes confusing!) differences between dating cultures in Japan and the US. For more Japanese-language cultural resources, visit https://www.gogenlanguages.com/In this episode we unpack:• Unspoken dating expectations in Japan vs. the U.S. • Key terms—kokuhaku (告白), shinken na otsukiai (真剣なお付き合い), niyowase (匂わせ), honmei (本命), kekkon zentei no otsukiai (結婚前提のお付き合い)—and why “I like you” carries different weight. • How

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00:45:48

What is "kokuhaku"? (PART 2) The most important...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/03/18

Why is "kokuhaku" (告白) needed to get a Japanese girlfriend? What are dating standards in Japan? How do Japanese people express affection in Japanese? Listen to our Japanese Dating & Relationships Mini-course for FREE at gogenlanguages.com. Are you doomed if you don't kokuhaku (告白)? We discuss some of the drastic differences between Western culture and Japanese dating and relationship culture. We discuss 好き (suki) vs. I love you; the Japanese dating process: 初デート (hatsu dēto), 二回目 (nikaime),

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00:39:46

What is "kokuhaku"? - The most important concept in...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/01/18

What is kokuhaku (告白) and why is it the most important concept in Japanese dating? This episode covers the "kokuhaku" and other crucial terms and culture that form the basis of Japanese dating and romantic life.Our Romance & Dating Japanese course is now available at gogenlanguages.com. Check out the first 20 minutes for free! (0:00) - Kokuhaku defined, kokuhaku in different School and regional Settings (13:06) - The concept of "moteru" and popularity (15:09) - Exploring "suki-na hito," "suki

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00:33:02

What is "charai" in Japanese? The most important...

GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture) ·

2025/01/16

What is "charai" (チャラい) in Japanese? Why is it so important to love, romance, and dating? This episode discusses the many facets of this crucial Japanese cultural keyword.Check out our Romance & Dating Japanese Course audiobook! Lesson 1 is now available at gogenlanguages.com for only $2.49 for a limited time. Listen to the first 20 minutes for free on the website!

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