Advanced Japanese Podcast with SAYAS

I’m a pretty picky viewer. I can’t stand unrealistic “reality,” toxic relationships being portrayed as romantic, etc.In this episode, I’m sharing 10 Japanese series I’ve watched recently and genuinely loved. I’ll introduce all 10 without spoilers in the first half, then give my more detailed thoughts and reviews (including spoilers) in the second half. Don’t worry, I’ll give you a warning before any spoilers!Book a trial lesson with https://www.sayasjapanese.com/maki-sensei/!📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

My recent situation and why SAYAS Radio is back / "What do you do this summer" gives me pressure / Replying to Onayami: "I passed JLPT N2 but my conversation level feels N3."Send your Onayami to [email protected] transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

I've been doing so much, but something has been feeling off lately...In this episode, I talk about why I've been struggling to make new podcast episodes, what's been going through my mind, and how I've been feeling in my everyday life.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Japan has a unique comedy culture deeply rooted in its history. In this episode, Mayu Sensei, one of SAYAS’s popular teachers, introduces the basics of Japanese comedy, including different types of comedy and the roles comedians play in Japanese entertainment.We also discuss how social norms around humor are changing in Japan and how Japanese comedy can adapt to these changes.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Enty Sensei, one of SAYAS’s popular teachers, shares her vulnerable story of growing up in the Japanese countryside, being called “weird” by other kids, and losing the confidence to be herself. Later, she found people and environments where she could finally embrace who she is.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Not everyone has the opportunity to live or study in Japan, and without that immersive environment, it can be hard to stay motivated, consistent, and feel real progress.In this episode, I talked with SAYAS’ popular teacher, Shio-sensei, about her own experience learning English entirely from Japan—and the study techniques that helped her become a confident speaker.Join the group course 2026 fall with Shio Sensei: https://www.sayasjapanese.com/group-course-2026-fall/Book a trial for private lessons with Shio Sensei: https://www.sayasjapanese.com/shio-sensei/Hii SAYAS Community!! Thank you for watching my Podcast.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

I left Japan four years ago and have been living in Spain ever since. In this episode, I revisit the reasons why I left Japan and compare how I felt back then with how I feel now. Are those reasons still keeping me from going back? Have I changed my mind? Has Japan changed?Related video: https://youtu.be/4PYv3t8x6ZwSAYAS course: https://www.sayasjapanese.com/weekly-writing-course/📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Is your Japanese not improving even though you're studying consistently? Feeling stuck and not sure why? In this episode, I share three lessons I've learned from my own language learning journey that can help you make faster progress.Download MOU WASURENAI (Free 30-Page PDF) and keep it by your side throughout your Japanese study!https://learn.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheetHii SAYAS Community!! Thank you for watching my Podcast.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Are you good at socializing? Do you ever get scared of meeting new people? In this episode, I shared my own journey of understanding why I get scared of socializing and discovering my own strategies for enjoying social events without stress.Book a trial lesson with Miyu Sensei today! https://www.sayasjapanese.com/miyu-sensei/Hii SAYAS Community!! Thank you for watching my Podcast.📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: PODCAST]

Have you even experienced panic attacks? Do you know what having Panic Disorder means? In this episode, I shared what I learnt about panic attacks and Panic Disorder and my own experience with them.https://www.sayasjapanese.com/rena-sensei/📚Download transcript with/without Furigana (how to read Kanjis) and English translation of each episode of Podcast by joining Patreonhttps://patreon.com/SAYASJapanesePodcast📒Download my original Japanese cheatsheet "MOU WASURENAI" for FREEhttps://www.sayasjapanese.com/cheatsheet👩‍🏫Take online private lessons at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/lesson🎥On-demand courses of all levels at https://www.sayasjapanese.com/video-course[Coupon code for 30% OFF: YOUTUBE]