Voice in Japan: Recent Episodes
Yukimasa Matsuda
You can enjoy a voice in Japan, regarding what’s happening in Japan and how Japanese think, introduced by Yuki Matsuda
This week I could have a magic moment to talk with a long-time-no-see friend since the day 27 years ago. So I wanted to share the serendipity with you.
I rode on my bike for the first time in these few years and I could rediscover myself, who I am and what I am.
Last week my friend told me the five steps to be fortunate. Those were amazing and please let me share with you here.
May 6th, 2020, will be a memorable day for me. My radio program started on air. All black cat lovers had a great day, too!
It was a calm day to listen to some radio shows by imagining if i can be a good DJ on my program. Just need practice again and again.
Brief story about the daily life. Daily visits to shrines, Radio program, and My mentor
From this season, I fully changed the content as my weekly monologue diary. Hoping you can enjoy this as just a background sound of your day.
Washington Wizards GM said that Rui Hachimura went beyond his expectations in his first season with the NBA team. He overcame his injury break and demonstrated high performance again.
The biggest daily jump since star of pandemic recorded on Wednesday with the number of 503. The commuting trains are still running as normal but the shops and stores are closing now.
As many people in Tokyo, especially the young, still seem to lack a sense of emergency about stopping contagion, celebrities and social media influencers to use internet to convince followers and fans.
Far fewer people were on the streets in Tokyo and other cities in Japan after authorities issued stay-at-home requests in the wake of the rapid spread of the virus.
It was shocking that Japan Government discriminated sex workers in offering compensations for freelancers due to COVID-19. I have some say against this treatment.
A pledge of Shinzo Abe to send two reusable cloth face masked to every household induced derision and humor, rather thought as an April Fool’s joke.
Tokyo recorded its highest tally in a day and a lockdown could come soon.An emergency must be declared before it is too late.
On this Sunday on March 29th, we had snow in Tokyo, which is quite rare to see. Uncertainty is increasing around us and it tells we are to be acceptable and adjustable.
Tokyo and surrounding areas were quieter than usual due to the request from Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Still some are going about as usual.
Large queues formed at supermarkets and stores in Tokyo on Friday. Parks are getting shut down and public facilities are closing. Department stores are also shuttering. It is good time to review and change ourselves.
As virus cases surge in this Hanami season, Tokyo Governor insisted the lockdown will be the only measure left to stop explosion. It is the time to stop our desire no matter how beautiful the cherry blossoms are.
Vernal Equinox day is one of the most important days in Japan. It is not just a holiday but a special day and hope you enjoyed your long weekend.
Currently the Olympic Games is a controversial matter under this Coronavirus pandemic situation. An athlete tells us we should be positive no matter what happens.
Nara deer leave park and head to station for food due to drop of food fed by tourists usually.
Even in this severe situation, a small and warm message can ease our hearts. A heartfelt episode from a news source.
Under this virus concerned world, still we can meet some happy people who make us feel happy. A friend of mine is a part of them.
Under school shutdown across the county, tons of milk are wasted due to the decreased lunch service. At this crisis, Twitter users helped us with their creativity.
We have observed the empty shelves at the corner of toilet paper and tissues in the supermarkets. Now we are in the sharing era. Let’s release more so that we can gain more.
Today almost all prefectures started shutting down elementary schools, still offices are open. Hoping people have hope and feel happy under this situation.
After the declaration by the governor to refrain from going out this weekend, few people could be found on the streets where the most attractive city in Japan.
I could find a sweet story from a media. Do you like something sweet? If so, you may love this story and this song. Enjoy!
Again Coronavirus status updates are coming. People have increased stress and the uncertainty is increasing. Hoping you can maintain your health.
You can listen to what’s happening in Japan in this program and this time, the Coronavirus infection status update and some fun news.