9. The Fox’s Library

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!

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!

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. 🌸

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? 📧[email protected]

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 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? 📧[email protected]

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?📧[email protected]

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!

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. 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

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 [email protected]

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 [email protected]