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Easy Japanese Stories

Japanese Speaking Club

Hear my funny (and sometimes weird) real-life stories in Japan and the U.S. 🤪 I tell them in easy Japanese, then explain in English so you can always keep up 👍 ⭐️Become an EJS member to hear the full episode and access all the study materials! Enjoy a one week free trial! Visit ⁠japanesespeakingclub.com⁠ 🎥You can also find this episode on YouTube search for ⁠@KenSenseiJSC⁠ 📩Requests? Questions? ⁠ japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com

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00:08:44

9. The Fox’s Library

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/12/06

Hey everyone! Welcome to Easy Japanese Stories.First, you’ll hear the Japanese version, then an English explanation, and finally, the English-only version.Have fun!

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00:08:14

8. The Frog Station Worker

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/11/08

Starting this week, I’ve decided to release the full episodes of my podcast🎉First, you’ll hear the Japanese version, then an English explanation, and finally, the English-only version.Have fun!

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00:03:32

6. They don't compliment in Japan...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/10/25

Why don’t Japanese teachers and parents praise students as often as in other countries?In this video, I share my personal story and how studying in the U.S. inspired me to change my teaching style.Perfect for anyone interested in Japanese culture, education, or learning how encouragement works across cultures. 🌸

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00:03:09

5. The Day I Chose People Over Self-Checkout

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/10/11

Do you like small talk?In Japan, people don’t usually chat with strangers much. However, lately I’ve been trying a little small talk in English, which is still a bit challenging… But why am I trying it now? Watch the video to find out! 😆-How to Become an EJS Member[💻Computer]1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com2. Click on EJS[📱Smartphone]1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com2. Tap the three lines (menu) at the top right of the home screen3. Tap EJS-Questions? Feedback

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00:04:07

4. Don't be on time!

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/09/27

In today’s video, I’m sharing a very awkward mistake I made when I first came to the U.S. 😅Back in college, I showed up to an American friend’s party 10 minutes early… and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned.Apparently arriving late is the polite thing here?! 🤯I ended up sitting alone on the couch until everyone else arrived...so awkward! 🙈Is this “arrive late” rule only in the U.S.? 🤔Watch to the end and tell me what party customs are like in your country! 🌍_How to Become an EJS

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00:06:55

3. The Worst BFF

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/09/13

In today’s episode, I’m sharing one of the weirdest meetups I’ve ever had in the US😅I matched with someone on the Bumble BFF app, picked him up at the station… and then something happened in my car that made me go, “Wait… WTF?!”🤯And trust me, that was only the beginning...Something even stranger (and honestly, a little rude) happened later… Want to know the full story? Watch and find out! 👀Question? Request? Feedback?📧japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com

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00:06:02

2. I'm stinky, but happy

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/08/30

In today’s episode, I had to face one of my biggest fears in the US… making a phone call in English 😱📞Something really embarrassing happened towards the end… What happened?! Watch to the end and find out!

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00:07:45

1. I swear I'm not a creep...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2025/08/20

In today’s story, I’m sharing an embarrassing moment I had on a train in Japan🚃Back in May, I returned to Japan and took a trip to Shinjuku by myself. The train was quiet, and when I sat down, I accidentally smiled at the woman sitting in front of me🙊In America, it’s common to smile at strangers when your eyes meet, so out of habit I gave her a friendly smile🥹 Her reaction? ...Watch the video and find out!How to Become an EJS Member[💻Computer]1. Go to the website: www.japanesespeakingclub.com2

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00:07:07

[Ohanami🌸🥳] Traditional Cherry Blossoms Party

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/03/24

In this episode, find out what “Hanami” is. Next to New Year’s it is my favorite time of year. Pick up your picnic supplies and listen in. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:10:03

“Wow! You Have a Small Face!👀✨” : Interesting...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/03/17

Japanese people spend a lot of time and money on beauty supplies. Devices to make your face smaller are super popular. This is where the “you have a small face” compliment comes from. Listen in to hear more about how Japanese “homeru”. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:06:28

[White Day🤦🏻‍♂️🎁] The Day When Men Forget to Buy...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/03/10

Did you receive any chocolate for valentines day? Have you remembered to buy cookies or candy for all of the girls that gave you that chocolate? Listen in to learn about White Day, a holiday on which men buy cookies and candy to return the favor for the chocolate they received on Valentines day. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast:

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00:08:15

[Hinamatsuri🎎🌸] Wishing Health and Happiness to All...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/03/03

Hinamatsuri is a holiday in Japan on which we celebrate the girls in our lives. We put out ornamental dolls, and eat tasty candy and chirashizushi. Listen in to learn more about unique Japanese holidays 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:08:11

Ski Slope Love♥️⛷

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/02/24

When the sun hits you just right on those slopes you might just find love in Japan. Listen to hear how Japanese use “Gerende Magic” to meet their partners. Is love in the lighting? 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:09:32

Intense Japanese Entrance Exam😱

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/02/17

Listen to hear about how Japanese students spend their Februaries. Passing entrance exams and getting into college is extremely competitive. I’ll talk about my experience taking a lot of tests! 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:10:28

[Valentine's day] Don’t Like You!🙄 But, Here’s Some...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/02/10

Valentine’s Day in Japan is uniquely . . . Japanese. There is a hierarchy of chocolate and we have words to describe the chocolate you give to your superiors or juniors or people you actually love. Listen in to learn the difference. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:08:49

[Setsubun👹] Throw Beans at the Demons!

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/02/03

In this episode listen in to hear why I am allowed to scream at my mom once a year and use beans to kill some bad vibes. You'll be surprised to learn about this fun holiday that only Japanese people know about. 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:02:44

Want to Be Fluent in Japanese While Having Fun?

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2022/01/23

Hey everyone! How’s your Japanese studying going? Do you want to be fluent this year? Is it hard to stay motivated to study Japanese? I have a reasonably priced group lesson for beginner to advanced students just for you! The class is called PERAPERA ACTING. If you’re interested, DM me on Instagram or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Can’t wait to hear from you! ・Introduction video ・Details of the class ・Examples of 📗Beginner to Intermediate📘Intermediate to Advanced　*Next semester is

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00:12:46

Collab w/ Layla: Christmas is For Lovers...and Chicken.

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2021/12/27

Have you been naughty or nice? Listen in to learn about Japanese Christmas traditions and what Layla and Ken do on this holiday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:09:42

Collab w/ Tanner: How's the New Job?

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2021/12/13

In this episode we talk about what we've been up to. Listen in to hear about Tanner's new job and our travels 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Tanner's YouTube Channel & Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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00:11:28

Collab w/ Layla: What Japanese Food Do You Eat When...

Easy Japanese Stories ·

2021/11/22

It's that time of year. The air becomes brisk and it's time to fill up the bath and break out our favorite Japanese foods. Stewed fish cakes (Oden :🍢 ) and milk tea 📩Questions? Requests? DM me on Instagram @japanesespeakingclub or email me at japanesespeakingclub@gmail.com Layla's Instagram and Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/japanesespeakingclub/support

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