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JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary

Welcome to Meg’s Diary! 🍵 Hosted by Meg, a professional Japanese teacher, this podcast is perfect for learners at the JLPT N5 level. ◇ Vocabulary and grammar are based on the GENKI 1 textbook.◇ Extras for Patreon members: transcripts, vocabulary lists, and listening comprehension exercises – patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg◇ New episodes release on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 a.m. JST. 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher?Try a complimentary 20-min

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🍓Ep.29 Fancy Creperie in Rural Japan

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/10/20

🍓 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.29 Fancy Creperie in Rural JapanIn this episode, we explore a fancy creperie tucked away in rural Japan 🍓 – its unique atmosphere, popular menu, and how to talk about cafés and desserts in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking

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🍶Ep.28 Tamba - A Hidden Village of Pottery

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2025/10/06

🍶 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.28 Tamba: A Hidden Village of PotteryIn this episode, we explore Tamba, a hidden village famous for its traditional pottery 🍶 – its history, local culture, and how to talk about crafts and handmade items in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to

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Ep.91 Japanese Grapefruit (N5 Level)

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2025/09/15

◆ In this episode, I am talking about various kinds of seasonal fruit in Japan, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.31 in 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly membership Here are the

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Ep.90 Shigaraki Ware Racoons (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/09/01

◆ In this episode, I am talking about one of the most ancient six kilns in Japan using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.34 in 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly membership Here are the

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Ep.89 Pigeon-Shaped-Cookies (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/08/18

◆ In this episode, I am talking about famous traditional sweets from different regions of Japan, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.26 in 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly

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Ep.88 The Great Buddha of Kamakura (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/08/11

◆ In this episode, I am talking about two Great Buddhas in Japan, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.25 in 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly membership Here are the benefits for my

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Ep.87 Kamakura - The First Capital of the Shogunate

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/08/04

◆ In this episode, I am talking about a historical city called Kamakura, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.) ◆ This story was originally released as Ep.24 in May, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly membership Here are the benefits

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Ep.86 The Oldest Hot Spring in Japan (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/07/21

◆ In this episode, I am talking about hot springs in Japan including the oldest one, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.20 on May the 21st, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ Patreon monthly

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Ep.85 Warabi-mochi Sandae (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/07/14

◆ In this episode, I am talking about a sandae with Japanese sweets I had in Kyoto, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.19 on May the 17th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a

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Ep.84 Traditional Wooden Townhouse Cafe (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/07/07

◆ In this episode, I am talking about a traditional wooden townhouse cafe in Kyoto, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.18 on May the 14th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a

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Ep.83 My College Life in Kyoto (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/06/30

◆ In this episode, I am talking about tourists and my college life in Kyoto, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.10 on May the 7th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a subscriber to

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Ep.82 Museum (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/06/23

◆ In this episode, I am talking about some museums in Japan and in Europe that I have been to, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.16 on May the 7th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to

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Ep.81 YouTube Workout (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/06/16

◆ In this episode, I am talking about some YouTube channels that I watch, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.14 on April the 30th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a subscriber to

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Ep.80 House Key (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/06/09

◆ In this episode, I am talking about some of my belongings that I lost or left somewhere in the past, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.12 on April the 23rd, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You

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Ep.79 Running Shoes (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/06/02

◆ In this episode, I am talking about sports and exercises that I like and that I do, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.10 on April the 16th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a

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Ep.78 Pizza (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/05/26

◆ In this episode, I am talking about various dishes from across the world, such as pizza, hamburger, pasta, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.9 on April the 12th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆

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Ep.77 Rice Paddies (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/05/19

◆ In this episode, I am talking about rice paddies in Japan and my experience of growing rice, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.23 on May the 31st, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to

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Ep.76 Japanese Pepper (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/05/12

◆ In this episode, I am talking about a kind of pepper native to Japan, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.21 on May the 24th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a subscriber to my

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Ep.75 Holidays in Japan (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/05/05

◆ In this episode, I am talking about three major holidays in Japan, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.15 on May the 3rd, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a subscriber to my

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Ep.74 Matcha Sweets (N5 Level)

JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary ·

2025/04/28

◆ In this episode, I am talking about one of my favorite match sweets, using vocabulary and grammar from GENKI 1. (GENKI 1 is a Japanese textbook meant for beginners at JLPT N5 / CEFR A1 level.)◆ This story was originally released as Ep.13 on April 26th, 2024. I just re-recorded it and created a listening comprehension exercise, answer key, vocabulary list and transcript for it for Patreon members, which was not available when it was first released. ◆ You will need to be a subscriber to my

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