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Jiggy"s Japanglish Podcast

JIGGY’s Japanglish Podcast is where English and Japanese learners come together for real talk, real laughs, and real learning. Hosted by Jun, Imran, and George, three friends from totally different backgrounds. Each episode dives into everyday topics, cultural quirks, and funny misunderstandings that’ll make you laugh and think, “Yup, I’ve been there!” With a fun mix of English and Japanese, this podcast is perfect for language learners and culture lovers alike. Lighthearted, energetic, and never

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18:47

“Why Is American Food So Huge?!”ー残せない日本人、持ち帰るアメリカ人

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2025/11/02

今週のテーマ：フードポーションと文化の違いIn this fun and slightly chaotic episode, Jun, Imran, and George kick things off with some ramen in Tokyo and end up diving deep into portion sizes around the world 🍜🍔 From Japanese ramen shops and American fast food to Brazilian BBQ and Finnish salmon soup, the trio shares their thoughts (and laughs) on how food portions reflect culture. They also talk about kids at restaurants, rising prices in Japan, and... even DNA test results?! It’s a mix of food, culture, and random

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14:02

Japan's Tourist Boom: Fun or...

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2025/10/26

今週のテーマ：観光大国・日本の今。観光客ラッシュの裏で起きていることとは？This week on Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re recording in-person in Japan for the very first time! 🎉 Jun, Imran, and George catch up and share their honest thoughts on what it feels like to be back in Japan — from culture shocks to tourist overload. We dive into everything from foreign visitors crowding Kyoto stations to spitting (yes, really), raising kids in Japan, and the shocking hotel prices during peak season. Whether you’ve visited Japan before or

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18:48

Tattoos in Japanー日本でタトゥーってアリ？ナシ？

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2025/09/28

今週のテーマ：日本とアメリカのタトゥー文化In this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we dive into a topic that sparks a lot of curiosity and controversy in Japan — tattoos! Jun, Imran, and George share their honest thoughts on tattoos from both Japanese and American perspectives. From cultural taboos and onsens to funny tattoo stories and whether they’ve ever thought about getting one themselves (spoiler: one of them almost did!), this episode is full of laughs, real talk, and cultural comparisons.今回の Jiggy’s

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26:24

Hair, Beards & Cultureーヒゲはアリ？ナシ？日米の身だしなみトーク！

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2025/09/21

👉 今週のテーマ：髪型・身だしなみ・文化の違い〜あなたの見た目は何を語る？〜In this week’s episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re diving into a hairy topic — literally! 💇‍♂️ Jun, Imran, and George talk all about hairstyles, grooming, and how looks can reflect your culture. From Japanese perms and American fades to eyebrow grooming and beards, we share funny personal stories and take a look at how beauty standards differ between Japan and the U.S. Whether you’re into long hair, short cuts, or just curious about what’s trending

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18:36

Ichiro, Ohtani & Osakaー世界で戦う日本人に英語は必要？

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2025/09/14

👉 今週のテーマ：スポーツスターと英語の関係What do Shohei Ohtani, Ichiro, and Naomi Osaka have in common? They’re all Japanese sports legends dominating the global stage. But what about their English? In this episode, Jun, Imran, and George dive into the connection between sports and language, and whether superstar athletes should make the effort to speak English when they play overseas. From heartfelt stories about Ichiro’s Hall of Fame speech to funny takes on Japanese players in U.S. sports, this episode is packed

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25:23

コンビニって天国？Why Japan’s Convenience Stores Are on...

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2025/09/07

今週のテーマ：日本のコンビニIn this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re geeking out over something we all love—Japanese konbinis! 🏪 From juicy Famichiki and melt-in-your-mouth egg sandwiches to seasonal snacks and even paying bills, we break down why Japanese convenience stores are truly next-level. Jun, George, and Imran share their favorite konbini items, experiences abroad (like sketchy 7-Elevens in the U.S. 😅), and what makes Japan’s convenience store culture so special. Whether you're a konbini

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18:01

Cash vs Card: What's Your...

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2025/08/31

今週のテーマ：現金派？クレカ派？それともPayPay派？In this episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, Jun, Imran, and George dive into a surprisingly fun topic: how we pay for stuff! From credit cards and Rakuten Pay to Venmo and PayPay, we share our go-to payment methods, funny stories (including free pizza in NYC!), and the cultural differences between Japan and the U.S. when it comes to cash vs. digital. If you've ever panicked at a “cash-only” restaurant or wondered why Japanese people carry so much cash, this episode is

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22:54

Food Culture Shocksー手羽先の食べ方で文化がわかる！？

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2025/08/24

今週のテーマ：「食べ方に出る“その人らしさ”」 🍗🍉In this fun and honest episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, Jun, George, and Imran dive into the little things we do while eating that reveal our cultural habits. From how cleanly we eat chicken wings and fish, to whether we finish every grain of rice or leave watermelon half-eaten, the guys share hilarious stories and surprising cultural differences between Japan, the U.S., and beyond. They even touch on food waste, doggy bags, and how certain eating habits made them

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24:34

Is Halloween Better in Japan or America? ー...

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2025/08/03

今週のテーマ：「日本とアメリカのハロウィン」In this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re diving into all things Halloween! Imran talks about how Halloween in Japan went from low-key to full-on chaos in places like Shibuya, and George and Jun share what Halloween is really like in the U.S., from wholesome trick-or-treating in the suburbs to wild college parties and themed family costumes. We also chat about clubbing in Roppongi, Shibuya street madness, cleaning up after big events, and even… garbage truck

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26:44

Real Talk About Summer in Japan ー...

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2025/07/27

今週のテーマ：「世界の夏事情」In this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re talking all things summer, from the brutal heat and humidity of Japan to the perfect breezy days in Los Angeles and the magical midnight sun of Northern Europe. George shares his unforgettable summer trip to the Nordic countries, Jun reflects on LA’s “weather tax,” and Imran talks about escaping Tokyo’s heat with a trip to Cebu. We also chat about cultural differences like deodorant habits, freezing cold restaurants, and that

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21:22

Why Do Japanese Shout ‘Sumimasen!’? ー...

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2025/07/20

今週のテーマ：「文化の違いで“失礼”になること」In this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, Jun, Imran, and George dive into all the little things that feel polite or rude depending on where you’re from — like yelling “Sumimasen!” to call a waiter in Japan, saying “Huh?” in English, or even whether you should slurp your noodles! We swap funny stories about what surprises us most when cultures clash at restaurants. If you’ve ever felt unsure about what’s rude or normal abroad, you’ll love this one!今回のJiggy’s Japanglish

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27:42

Why Japan Loves KFC on Christmas — 唐揚げ vs ケンタッキーどっち派？

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2025/07/13

今週のテーマ: クリスマスにケンタッキー＆揚げ物トーク 🍗We dive into Japan’s unique tradition of eating KFC for Christmas! Imran talks about being shocked by the lines and reservations, Jun shares his first Kentucky Christmas story, and George adds his family’s turkey dinner twist. We also go off on fun tangents comparing karaage vs. KFC, Shake Shack vs. In-N-Out, and why Japanese meat feels juicier than American meat. If you love food and culture talk, don’t miss this

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24:40

Food That Feels Like Home - 帰国したら絶対これ食べたい！

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2025/07/06

今週のテーマは「みんな大好き！食べ物トーク（※お腹が空くので注意）」In this delicious episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we dive into everyone’s favorite topic: food! George kicks things off by sharing his love for Japanese food like ramen, sushi, katsudon, and of course, his go-to gyudon. Jun talks about why Japanese food is so easy to eat every day and shares his love for natto (yes, natto on everything!). Imran shares his love for Japanese curry, butter chicken, and yakiniku and explains why even as someone with Pakistani

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26:03

How Parenting Has Changed - 昭和の親vs令和の親：育児の変化を語る

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2025/06/29

今週のテーマは「子育てスタイルと自分が育った環境」In this episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we dive into the world of parenting! Jun opens up about his experience as a new dad raising two young kids and introduces the concept of “gentle parenting” — a style that focuses on understanding children’s emotions instead of scolding or punishing them. George and Imran share how they were raised by their own parents, how different parenting styles were back in the day, and how things are starting to change today. We also talk

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28:27

Why Compliments Feel So Awkward (Especially in...

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2025/06/22

今週のテーマは「褒められた時の返し方と自信のつけ方」In this episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we talk about something we all experience but often feel awkward about...receiving compliments! Imran shares his struggles with how to respond to praise, and Jun and George discuss how reactions differ between Japanese and English. We also dive into a deeper conversation about learning languages, building confidence, and the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, whether it’s starting conversations, studying abroad,

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27:07

From 0 to 100K: Our YouTube Stories -...

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2025/06/15

今週のテーマは「私たちがYouTubeを始めたきっかけ」In this episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we dive into how each of us got started on YouTube and share some behind-the-scenes stories about growing our channels. George talks about how his recent project blew up to 100K subscribers in just 4 months, Imran shares how he started uploading videos even before YouTube was big, and Jun reflects on how one viral video unexpectedly boosted his channel. We also chat about YouTube trends, clickbait titles, and whether phrases

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27:35

“Do You Know Your Neighbors?” - ご近所さんと話したこと、ありますか？

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2025/06/08

今週のテーマは「近所付き合い」In this episode of Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re talking all about neighbors! Jun shares what it’s like living in a friendly L.A. suburb where neighbors stop to say hi, roll down their windows to greet his kids, and sometimes even hop out of their cars just to chat. Meanwhile, George and Imran talk about how things are totally different in Japan, especially in apartment life, where people rarely even make eye contact. We also explore why it’s harder for some people to open up and

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26:47

Talking to Strangers: Awkward or Awesome? -...

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2025/06/01

今週のテーマは「見知らぬ人との会話」This week on Jiggy’s Japanglish Podcast, we’re diving into the cultural differences around talking to strangers! Imran shares a few surprising experiences from his recent trip to the U.S., where complete strangers randomly started chatting with him at fast food restaurants and Disneyland. Jun and George weigh in with their own takes on small talk, public manners, and whether chatting with strangers is more common in Osaka than Tokyo. We also explore why people in Japan tend to be

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21:53

Why Is Everyone So Quiet? ー電車の中はなぜ静か？日本独特のエチケットを考える

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2025/05/25

今週のテーマは「なぜ日本の電車はこんなに静か？」Ever wondered why Japanese trains are so silent, even during rush hour? In this episode of Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we dig into the unspoken rules of train etiquette in Japan. From whispering with friends to sneaking in a McDonald's meal on the Shinkansen, we share our own experiences of navigating Japan's packed trains. Plus, we explore the regional differences between Tokyo and Osaka, the surprising perks of being tall on crowded trains, and why Kansai people might just

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23:30

Is It Ever Okay to Break the Rules?ー日本のルール、破ってもいいの？

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2025/05/18

今週のテーマは「ルール破る？守る？信号無視、電車マナー、そして秘密の恋愛ルール！」This week on Jiggy's Japanglish Podcast, we're talking all about following the rules. Jun kicks things off with a funny story from his morning run in Tokyo, where he faced the classic "should I or shouldn't I?" crosswalk dilemma. From jaywalking debates to eating McDonald's on the train, we break down the little cultural differences that shape everyday life. But it doesn't stop there! Things get interesting when we discusses the right timing for dating after

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