Join us in 'Mercari Mania' as we explore the bustling world of Japan's flea market apps, with a special focus on Mercari. Discover the ease of selling and buying unique items, the seamless listing process, and the innovative features that set Mercari apart from traditional shopping platforms. Whether you're a seasoned user or new to the world of online flea markets, this episode offers valuable insights into making the most of these dynamic apps in Japan. Dive into the world of Mercari and learn how to navigate Japan's thriving digital marketplace with ease. Blog Post(Transcript and Video)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/mercari-mania If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Japanese recycle shops. Following our previous discussion on house cleaning and housekeeping services, we shift our focus to the wonders of recycle shops in Japan. We'll explore the exceptional quality of items, the unique way clothes and goods are displayed and categorized, and compare these experiences with those in other countries. We'll also discuss the process of selling items to these shops, a contrast to donation practices in other places. Join us as we uncover the charm of Japanese recycle shops and their potential appeal abroad. Don't forget to share your own experiences with disposing of unwanted items - do you use platforms like Facebook Marketplace, donate them, or pass them on to friends? And would a Japanese-style recycle shop be popular in your town? Tune in to dive into these intriguing questions! Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/japanese-recycle-shops-exploration/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Explore the meticulous world of Japanese '大掃除(おおそうじ)ōsōji' or year-end cleaning, a tradition that prepares homes for welcoming the New Year. Delve into a personal journey of embracing this custom, contrasting it with the Western practice of spring cleaning, and discovering the joy of a freshly tidied space. This narrative takes you through the nooks of an apartment clean-up, from balcony stains to the kitchen sink, highlighting the cultural significance of cleanliness and order in Japanese life. It also touches on modern solutions like housekeeping services, examining the convenience they offer in our busy lives. Join us as we uncover the layers of 'ōsōji' and reflect on the deeper sense of renewal it brings, both at home and within🧹 Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/japanese-traditions-year-end-cleaning-osoji-experience/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ever wondered about Japan's "akiya" or vacant houses? This episode explores the reasons behind their rise, how people are creatively converting them into chic homes, and what you should know if you're considering one. We'll discuss Japan's demographic shifts, urbanization, and inheritance customs that are contributing to this trend. Plus, I'll share my personal views on the akiya allure and the community dynamics to consider. Join us for a concise journey through the world of akiya! 📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/japan-vacant-houses-crisis-solutions/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Dive deep into the world of Japanese restaurants through my eyes as a first-time waitress. Discover the intricacies of customer service, the challenges faced daily, and the undying spirit of providing the best experience, even in the face of adversity. Along the way, enrich your Japanese vocabulary with practical terms and phrases used in the dining setting. From managing complaints to the simple joy of a customer's smile, join us in this heartwarming journey of dedication, gratitude, and language learning. 📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/waitress-experience-japan/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode, we dive into the world of concept cafes and bars in Japan, with a special focus on the rising trend of 'Muscle Bars'. Join us as we recount an evening surrounded by muscular bartenders, unique services, and an atmosphere unlike any other. From being greeted with a twist on the traditional Japanese welcome to unexpected activities involving push-ups and mock syringes, discover the fun and quirks of Japan's nightlife scene. Whether you're a fan of muscles, looking for a laugh, or simply curious about Japanese pop culture, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in and say 'Cheers, Muscle!' with us! ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠https://sayurisaying.com/muscle-bars-unique-experience/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Dive into the intriguing concept of the "Gaijin Card" in Japan, a term familiar to many Japanese language learners but not so much to the average Japanese person. Discover real-life scenarios where it's been inadvertently played, from dining etiquette to casual interactions. Plus, explore the boundaries of cultural differences and share your own experiences! ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠　https://sayurisaying.com/understanding-the-gaijin-card-in-japan/⁠ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Embark on a delightful discourse with Miku from Miku Real Japanese, as we expand our horizons from the heartwarming humor of Osaka to the varying veins of comedy that run through different cultures around the globe. Raised in a city where humor is as common as courtesy, Miku navigates us through the comedic contrasts between the quirky quips of Japan, the cheeky chuckles of Spain, and the dark dryness of British humor. This episode, a jovial journey following our previous exploration of Kansai humor, invites you to chuckle along as we unveil the universal yet unique nature of what makes us laugh across continents! ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠　⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/osaka-to-global-humor-journey-with-miku/⁠ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Dive into an amusing and enlightening conversation with Miku from Miku Real Japanese as we explore the unique humor and day-to-day expressions that shape the friendly banter of Osaka, Japan. From the playful teasing between friends to the cultural nuances of Kansai dialect, join us in unraveling the lively spirit of Osaka through its language and laughter! 私は、最初すごくスベってます😆皆さんは大阪人の前で絶対にこの失敗をしないようにしてくださいね。笑 お笑いに関する単語や「邪魔するで〜」や「邪魔するなら帰れ〜」の説明はブログポストに書いたので読んでみてください。 ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:⁠　https://sayurisaying.com/osaka-to-global-humor-journey-with-miku/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Join me as I share my unique travel experiences across Japan using the "Seishun 18 Kippu." Discover the beauty of slow travel, the picturesque landscapes of rural Japan, and the cost-effective ways to explore the country. From Tottori to Ishikawa and Fukui, embark on a journey that's as much about the ride as it is about the destination. ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:　https://sayurisaying.com/slow-travel-japan-seishun-18-kippu-experience/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode and accompanying YouTube vlog, I'll introduce you to the spiritual journey of the Shikoku 88 Temples pilgrimage – all in easy-to-understand Japanese perfect for learners! We'll dive into its history, significance, and the teachings of Kōbō Daishi. If you're interested in Japanese culture or seeking spiritual insights, join me on this adventure. And for those studying Japanese, it's a great chance to practice listening. Don't miss out on the visuals on my YouTube channel! ⁠⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:　⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/shikoku-88-temples-simple-japanese-journey⁠ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode, I'll talk about my recent bouldering experience in Japan. From visiting a local gym to learning new words, come and hear about my adventure. If you're curious about bouldering or just want to know more about this sport in Japan, this is for you. Plus, find out why I'm thinking of going back, even though I had quite the muscle ache :P ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:　https://sayurisaying.com/japan-bouldering-experience-guide/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Join me as I take you on a flavorful journey through Japan's 'Depa-Chika' - the bustling food markets located in the basements of department stores. Discover the array of gourmet delights, from fresh seafood and regional specialties to the magic of discount stickers that offer mouthwatering meals at a fraction of the price. Dive in and explore the culinary wonders and hidden gems of Japan's underground food paradise! ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:　⁠https://sayurisaying.com/japan-depa-chika-underground-food-paradise/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode, I delve deep into the intriguing phenomenon of ら抜き言葉("Ranuki” words) in the Japanese language. I explore how the potential form of Japanese verbs has evolved over time and its prevalence in modern-day conversations. Through my personal experiences, I shed light on the impact of this phenomenon on both Japanese learners and native speakers. Drawing insights from the Agency for Cultural Affairs' report, I discuss the variations in usage based on age and context, and how one should be conscious of it. Language evolves with time, and through this episode, let's rediscover the depth and beauty of the Japanese language together! ⁠📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠:　https://sayurisaying.com/ranuki-words-japanese-potential-verbs/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode, I share my personal journey of re-learning how to truly enjoy life by embracing the warmth of human interaction. In a world increasingly focused on “タイパ（タイムパフォーマンス）Time Performance" and digital efficiency, I pose a heartfelt argument: maybe, just maybe, our most 'inefficient' moments are what make life truly worth living. Join me as I reflect on the beauty of human connections and invite you all to share your unique ways of cherishing life. 📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/how-to-enjoy-life-human-connections/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

In this episode, I share five standout experiences from my trip to Hawaii, giving insights into what feels uniquely American from a Japanese perspective. From work culture to simple everyday observations, dive in with me to discover the cultural nuances that caught my attention in Hawaii. 📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠: ⁠⁠https://sayurisaying.com/five-uniquely-american-discoveries-in-hawaii-through-my-eyes/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Dive into the Japanese gym experience in this episode! Explore the ambiance, machinery, and how Katakana shapes workout terminologies. Ideal for Japanese learners aiming for a combined linguistic and fitness boost. Tune in and flex those language muscles. 📝⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠: ⁠https://sayurisaying.com/japanese-exercise-words-gym-experience/ If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏

Join us once again as we welcome Miku from Miku Real Japanese. In this episode, we delve into intriguing topics, exploring the concept of "六曜Rokuyō," unraveling the mysteries behind Japanese superstitions, and discussing Miku's upcoming grand world tour plans! What is "六曜 Rokuyō"? How does it influence daily life in Japan? 六曜って何？生活にどう影響している？Which Japanese superstitions are most fascinating, and what are their origins?面白い迷信や起源についてWhat can we expect from Miku's anticipated world tour? Any specific places or events she's looking forward to?ミクさんのワールドツアーについて To access the complete video collection, including this episode, consider subscribing to a Silver Penguin membership or higher on sayurisaying.com. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy our engaging chat with Miku-san! Blog Post (Full video and transcript etc) : ⁠https://sayurisaying.com/chat-with-miku-san-from-miku-real-japanese-3 💖 If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠ 🙏 ❤️ Follow Miku Real Japanese ❤️ 🎬YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsQCbl3a9FtYvA55BxdzYiQ 📷Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miku_real_japanese/ 🎵Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/6Nl8RDfPxsk4h4bfWe76Kg Google Podcast🎧 : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzM5ODI3LnJzcw?ep=14

Join us in this episode as we welcome back Miku from Miku Real Japanese. We discuss an ideal week in Tokyo, share top tourist spots in Japan, and reveal serene, lesser-known locations for crowd-averse travelers. Uncover new perspectives and rediscover Japan's charm with us! - How would you spend a week in Tokyo? 東京で一週間過ごすならどうする？ - Our recommended tourist spots in Japan 私たちのおすすめの日本の観光地 - Introducing hidden gems perfect for those who prefer less crowded places. 人混みが嫌いな人にとって幸せな穴場を紹介 To access the full video collection for both episodes, consider signing up for a silver penguin membership or higher on sayurisaying.com . I appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the visual experience of our chat with Miku-san! Blog Post (Full video and transcript etc) : ⁠https://sayurisaying.com/chat-with-miku-san-from-miku-real-japanese-3 💖 If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠ 🙏 ❤️ Follow Miku Real Japanese ❤️ 🎬YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsQCbl3a9FtYvA55BxdzYiQ 📷Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miku_real_japanese/ 🎵Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/6Nl8RDfPxsk4h4bfWe76Kg Google Podcast🎧 : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzM5ODI3LnJzcw?ep=14

In this episode, we delve into the under-explored concept of the 'mid-life crisis,' a term not widely recognized in Japan. We unravel how numerous individuals undergo pivotal transformations in career, lifestyle, relationships, and health consciousness during their 40s to 60s. Could recognizing and understanding this phase of life be the key to unlocking a more fulfilling future? Qufroで質問お待ちしております！ https://qufro.com/ 📝⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog Post(Transcript)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠: https://sayurisaying.com/midlife-crisis-japanese-perspective If you'd like to support this podcast, please consider donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/sayurisaying⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🙏