The Foreign Exchange Program: Recent Episodes
Akane and Sadie
This show is hosted by two friends and former classmates that find themselves in a unique situation. One of us is a Japanese woman living in America and the other is an American woman living in Japan. Through this lens, we invite you to listen in on our conversations covering topics related to language, culture, society, as well as personal experiences living in and adapting to each other's homeland.
In this episode, Akane shared some mnemonics from her experience growing up in Japan. As a result, the mnemonics are strongly tied to Japanese culture and customs. Listen and find out how they are useful for your learning Japanese!
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In part one of this two-part episode, Sadie shares some mnemonics that she either learned in school or picked up as she was growing up in the US. We thought it would be nice to share some common mnemonics because these are often not found in language learning textbooks. While some of them may be irrelevant, some may stick with you and help you retain and recall information! Stay tuned for part two with Akane in our next episode!
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In this episode, we talk about how the language of personal pronouns has shifted in recent years, both in English and Japanese. We also share how those pronouns can concisely convey one's identity.
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In this episode, we talk about how the way we communicate changes based on the language we're using. We discuss some real world examples, personal experiences, and even revisit some of Akane's early research work on the topic!
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In this episode, we try our hand at tackling a very tricky question: What does it mean to be Japanese? We were inspired to discuss this topic because of the following news story: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-68078061
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In this episode, we talk about how we feel American and Japanese societies view living at home with your parents as an adult and how those views may have started to change over time.
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In this episode, we touch on some differences we've noticed between Japanese and American style breakfast. Let us know what do you eat for breakfast in your culture and country!
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In this episode, we touched on some differences we've noticed between Japan and the US regarding attitudes toward animals. How people in both countries perceive having pets and going to animal cafes, zoos, or aquariums.
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Seeing as we both have experience teaching our native languages to non-native speakers, we thought it could be interesting to talk through some frequent mistakes students of ours might make. Remember that making mistakes is all part of the language learning process! But occasionally reflecting on how we use our non-native languages can help us improve and give us something to work on in the future.
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In this episode, we talk all about Japanese inns! We go over the typical facilities, amenities, service, and even wardrobe you can expect to encounter when staying at an inn! We highly, highly recommend checking them out if you get the opportunity when you visit Japan, particularly if you want a taste of traditional Japanese culture.
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In this episode, Sadie tells Akane about an experience she had while traveling overseas when attempting to communicate using a language other than English or Japanese. The results were not what she expected!
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In this episode, we revisit an old but good topic. Both of us collected some more words that we find difficult to translate into either English or Japanese. It's always interesting to see what sorts of concepts or ideas can be said so simply in one language, but then have to be explained in detail to get the same meaning in another. Thanks for listening to part 3!
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In this episode, we finally talk about a crucial aspect of Japanese culture, honne-tatemae. Have you ever had a conversation with someone, but couldn't quite figure out if what they were saying was what they actually meant or not? Or, have you ever been the person to put your true feelings aside and say something more agreeable instead? If your answer is 'yes,' then you've likely experienced some version of honne-tatemae before. We're very excited to finally get into this topic! And we really mean it!
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In this episode, we discussed our opinions on using AI in educational settings. Technologies and AI are very useful and help our lives significantly; however, do they improve our skills or earn knowledge? How can we teach our students to use or apply AI? Do technologies invade teachers' jobs and threaten their job security?
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In this episode, we share and discuss a few examples of Japanese and American folklore that have been told and retold over the years.
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In part one of this two-part series, Akane introduces a few materials she has found to be helpful in her learning English as a foreign/second language. If you're someone who's studying English and is comfortable using textbooks to do so, have a listen! Maybe one of these recommendations could be useful to you too!
Understanding and Using English Grammar
Useful Expressions for Research Papers in English
HOW TO BE A MORE SUCCESSFUL LANGUAGE LEARNER
The Corpus of Contemporary American English (COCA)
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In part one of this two-part series, Sadie introduces a few materials she has found to be helpful in her quest to learn Japanese. If you're someone who's studying Japanese - or looking to get started - and are comfortable using textbooks to do so, have a listen! Maybe one of these recommendations could be useful to you too!
A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar
Practical Kanji Vol. 1
Irodori
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In this episode, we shared Japanese and American superstitions. We have heard of some superstitions, but actually, they are not universal. They are very silly or unbelievable for people from other cultures. We found it interesting to discuss as a topic on our podcast today.
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In this episode, we have a discussion about street smarts. Some pertain to safety related things, some are more focused on general helpful things to keep in mind while staying in either the US or Japan for an extended period of time. We hope this episode was informative for you!
The movie Akane mentioned: Soredemo boku wa yattenai (English title: I Just Didn't Do It)
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In this episode, we finally discuss idioms! The both of us chose a few different idioms to share and discuss. Learning idioms can give you some insights into the thought process, imagination, and even cultural history of a country. We had a lot of fun with this episode. Hope you enjoy!
List of idioms we discussed:
朝飯前(asameshimae)
play it by ear
顔が広い(kaogahiroi)
roll with the punches
ほっぺたが落ちそう(hoppetagaochisoo)
in the blink of an eye
猫の手も借りたい(nekonotemokaritai)
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In this episode, we discuss how different it can be riding a train or going through a train station in the US versus in Japan. What's the process like in such a car-centric country versus a country that has an incredibly complex train and subway infrastructure? Tune in to find out!
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In this episode, we talk through some of the biggest differences we've noticed between US and Japanese airports. If you plan on traveling to either country for the first time, this might be a helpful episode for you to tune into!
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In this episode, we break down what being a fan means in Japan. We go over some useful terminology, what sorts of activities fans do to support the people and things they love, and how Japanese fan culture can sometimes overlap and differ from American fan culture.
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In this episode, we play a little guessing game with names of Pokemon! (Only from the OG 150, though!) Turns out, the English and Japanese version of their names are often totally different from each other. If you have any familiarity with Pokemon, feel free to play along! See if you know any of their names in English and Japanese! :)
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In the episode, we discussed some commonly used products that we refer to only by their brand name and guessed actual names—for example, bandaids. Most people only ever call this product by its brand name. Do you even know what the product is called? Listen to this episode and find out!
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In the episode, Sadie discusses some different places in Japan that were once used as US military bases. There's a lot of interesting history in Japan, sometimes even where you'd least expect it!
Here's the website with photos that Sadie shared with Akane: https://www.japan-experience.com/all-about-japan/saitama/attractions-excursions/johnson-town
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In the episode, we share and discuss some key points and features related to our second languages that we find interesting.
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In the episode, we both picked some silly topics to discuss that people tend to have...somewhat strong opinions about in both Japan and the US.
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In this episode, we chat about some food options, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, KETO, and Kosher foods in the U.S. and Japan. Sometimes people need to make choices depending on their diet restrictions, health conditions, or philosophies. We shared our experiences and insights regarding living in the U.S. and Japan regarding food and diet.
For any lactose intolerant / vegan people out there who may want to visit Japan someday, keep an eye out for "Beyond Tofu" products in the supermarket! That's the dairy-free cheese brand Sadie mentions in the episode.
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In this episode, we compare several movie titles in English and Japanese and discuss why we think they're different, how they might change the image of a film, and so on. This was a really fun episode to create. We hope you like it too!
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In this episode, we touch on some differences we've noticed between visiting Dentists in Japan and the US. Both of us did not expect there to be some differences in visiting dentists until we actually went by ourselves. Let us know if you have been to dentists in foreign counties and experienced cultural shocks there!
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In this episode, we take you through what we consider to be 5 items we think would be extremely useful to have if you plan to spend time in the US or Japan.
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In this episode, Akane recounts her impressions and memories from her recent trip to Japan.
After living abroad for a while, visiting one's home country can feel kind of peculiar. You become aware of things that you never really used to notice before. You might feel like you can't just seamlessly reintegrate back into a society and culture you once knew. This is what's known as "reverse culture shock."
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After living abroad for a while, visiting one's home country can feel kind of peculiar. You become aware of things that you never really used to notice before. You might feel like you can't just seamlessly reintegrate back into a society and culture you once knew. This is what's known as "reverse culture shock." In part one of our two-part series on this topic, Sadie recounts her impressions and memories from her most recent trip to the US.
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In this episode, Sadie and Akane discuss how the Japanese language has changed over the years. Modern Japanese has swapped out a lot of formerly Japanese words for loan words. We talk through the when and why, as well as give our overall feelings about this shift.
We were inspired to discuss this topic thanks to this Instagram video Sadie saw a while back: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CkswqXLgE4r/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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In this episode, we touch on some differences we've noticed between visiting Optometrists in Japan and the US. Both of us did not expect there to be some differences in visiting optometrists until we actually went by ourselves. Let us know if you have been to optometrists in foreign counties and experienced cultural shocks there!
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Living abroad is a wonderful and enriching experience, but there will always be certain little things that we miss about our home countries. In this episode, we share some of the ways we seek comfort when those feelings of homesickness sneak up on us.
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In this episode, we look back and reflect on some of the moments during our time living abroad that made us feel like we've really gotten used to the country and culture that surrounds us. From punctuality - or lack thereof - to parties or bowing at appropriate times with no effort at all, we've got a lot of nice moments to share.
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In this episode, we shared our religion-related experiences and insights in the U.S. and Japan as a foreigner. We compared and contrasted how people in both counties perceive religions or commit religious activities. Culture, customs, and religions have influenced each other and enriched people's lives. Find out what they are with our insights and comments on this episode with what you think.
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In this episode, we test each other's abilities to understand puns in another language by sharing some hand-picked jokes off the internet. We also discovered why learning puns in your target language could actually be quite a useful tool in your language learning tool belt!
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In this episode, we are sharing things that stood out to us regarding parenting in the US and Japan. Neither of us is a parent, so we’re not speaking from personal experience, but rather things we’ve picked up from the media or people around us. Parenting and education demonstrate their cultural values and expectations in society. Find out what they are with our insights and comment on this episode with what you think.
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In this episode, we decided to go back to our Linguistics roots and perform a little research experiment on ourselves. We observed our speech (in Sadie's case, when she speaks English - and in Akane's case, when she speaks Japanese) and tried to notice if our non-native language was having any effect on us. The results were surprising, to say the least. SPOILER: Our speech and language processing HAVE been affected. If this kind of thing sounds interesting to you, please listen! If you have any similar experiences, we'd love to hear about them too.
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In this episode, we discuss often misspelled words both in English and Japanese. Some certain misspelling errors are more common for native speakers rather than second or foreign language learners interestingly. What kind of misspelled words are often found in native speakers' writing and why they happened?
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In this episode, we touch on some differences we've noticed between drinking cultures in Japan and the US. We covered lots of ground - from getting drunk with your bosses and "nominication" (飲みニケーション), to drinking games and what time to show up at parties.
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In this episode, we shared our difficulties in pronouncing certain words in our second languages, English and Japanese. Also, we shared our own experiences and our students' as well.
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In this episode, we talk about our experiences dealing with regional dialects and accents in our non-native languages. We also delve a little bit into how it feels speaking with an accent when using a foreign language.
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In this episode, we discussed natural disasters in Japan and the U.S. What kind of natural disasters exist in each country and how people prepare for them, such as evacuation ways, drills, and people's awareness. It is possible that your migrated country has natural disasters that you have never experienced or even you do not have any ideas about them. We shared how we can prepare for natural disasters when we move to a new country.
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In this episode, we shared our experiences regarding safety after we moved to a foreign country. Also, we discussed how our safety awareness has been changed and how we can maintain a good sense of safety awareness. Moving to another country is exciting, but at the same time we need to learn how to stay safe, so we shared some tips living in Japan and the U.S.
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CONTENT WARNING gun violence, death In this episode, we have a candid conversation capturing our reactions to recent news of Japan's former prime minister, Shinzo Abe, getting killed on July 8th, 2022. Rather than reflecting on the who and the why, we focus on topics related to guns, security, media coverage, etc. Some news coverage on this incident: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/mostly-gun-free-nation-japanese-stunned-by-abe-killing-2022-07-08/ https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/mother-suspect-abe-killing-was-member-unification-church-church-says-2022-07-11/ Like what you hear? Want to request a topic for us to discuss? You can send us an email, message us on our Instagram, or leave a voice message for us on Anchor. We hope you enjoy! Email: foreignexchangeprogrampod@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foreignexchangeprogrampod
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In this episode, we have a conversation about different systems in the US and Japan that associate certain personality traits with our star signs (Western zodiac) or our blood types. Just for fun, we share our own astrological signs and blood types and see how the personality assessments align with how we see ourselves!
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Reference:
https://www.tofugu.com/japan/japanese-blood-type/
https://www.astrology-zodiac-signs.com
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/g33087016/zodiac-signs-dates/
https://thoughtcatalog.com/january-nelson/2020/07/aquarius-libra-compatibility/
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In this episode, we talked about our experience with teachers. Some of them helped our learning and inspired us, but some of them did not, unfortunately. We discussed what made some teachers great and what we learned from them. As language teachers, we shared our insights and what we valued in our teaching as well.
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In this episode, Akane shared her experiences of learning foreign languages from when she was a child all the way up to the present day. She talks about how her study habits have evolved over time, what things worked and didn't work depending on the language. She also gives some tips to any of you listeners out there who happen to be learning a foreign language too!
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In this episode, Sadie recounts her experiences of learning foreign languages from when she was a child all the way up to present day. She talks about how her study habits have evolved over time, what things worked and didn't work depending on the language. She also gives some tips to any of you listeners out there who happen to be learning a foreign language too!
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In this episode, we cover some popular public holidays that are celebrated in the US and Japan. We go over what they are and how they're celebrated - and as always, share our own impressions and experiences with them. Can you guess which holidays we talk about?
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What sound does a doorbell make? Are there any differences between the two languages and cultures? In this episode, we sharedonomatopoeia in our languages and compare American English and Japanese. We also asked our husbands' opinions and their perspectives regarding each onomatopoeia corresponding to each situation.
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In this episode, we look at the differences in comedy between the US and Japan. We touch on a few popular examples of how comedy is presented and what format is used, what some of the more common genres are, etc. This list is not exhaustive, though. We merely just skimmed the surface. We also use this episode as a chance to ask each other questions that we have regarding different aspects of humor that may be hard for a non-native speaker to understand.
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In this episode, we discuss various aspects regarding looking for jobs in the US and Japan. We touch on topics like getting hired right out of college, resumes, interviews, and more. If you're looking to work abroad in the US or Japan, we hope you find some of this information useful!
(P.S. We are NOT hiring managers, so please don't take what we say as gospel. We're just speaking from our experience.)
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In this episode, it's all about swearing. We go over how we would respond in different situations using swear words in English and Japanese. We also talk about why we swear and why learning swear words may be valuable, yet challenging, as a foreign language learner. We had a lot of fun making this episode and hope you have fun listening to it!
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In this episode, we go over some of the experiences we've had getting our hair cut while living abroad. Things can't really be THAT different, can they? You'll just have to listen to find out!
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In this episode, we break down some women's fashion and beauty standards that we've picked up on while living abroad.
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In this episode, we chat about things that we find delightful, odd, or just plain old different between restaurants in the US and Japan.
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Happy 1 year Anniversary to the Foreign Exchange Program!!
In this episode, we asked several questions to get to know each other more since it is a celebration! We greatly appreciate it if you listen to our talks, share your insights and experiences, and support our podcast. We have answered some funny questions and also some profound questions about how we perceive our lives. We hope you enjoy this episode and get to know us more.
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In this episode, we discuss first name trends (good, bad, and ugly) in the US and Japan.
The "Kailey" Challenge: Kailey, Kayley, Kaleigh, Kayleigh, Kaley, Cailey, Kaylee, Kailee, Kaileigh, Kayli
Are there any other names you can think of that can be spelled or written in a variety of ways but still sound the same?
References:
Japanese Name Ranking: https://st.benesse.ne.jp/ninshin/name/
English Name Ranking: https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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In this episode, we thought it would be fun to talk about what people do with their names after getting married. We go over some of the different options available to those living in the US versus those living in Japan. We also talk about what the value of a name is and how that can tie into greater cultural beliefs.
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In this episode, we talk all about what it was like to get married while living abroad. Which parts of the process really surprised us, for better or for worse? We also go into some detail about typical wedding customs and how they differ between the two countries. We hope you enjoy!
Average US Wedding Cost Stats: https://www.valuepenguin.com/average-cost-of-wedding
Average Japan Wedding Cost Stats: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1137322/japan-average-amount-expenses-wedding/
I think that due to the pandemic and the fact that we recorded this episode quite a while ago, the numbers that were discussed in this episode may not have best represented the current situation in Japan, so my apologies for that. The average cost of weddings seems to have dropped significantly in both the US and Japan since 2020.
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In this episode, we go over some of the differences we've noticed when it comes to banking and credit while living abroad. What's a token? Why are credit scores a big deal? How do we manage finances in our home countries while overseas? Tune in for answers to all these questions and more!
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This episode is about planes, trains, automobiles and more! Parts of Japan are known for having some of the best public transportation around. Whereas the US is a country designed around cars. With that in mind, we share our impressions and experiences with transportation in both countries.
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In this episode, we play a bit of a game. Akane puts Sadie's Japanese skills to the test by quizzing her on several frequently used Japanese abbreviated terms. Some come from English, some are originally Japanese, and some are a bit of a surprise!
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In this episode, we go over a few words that English has adopted from Japanese over time. Do you know all of these words? Which ones do you use? Are there any that we missed that you know about? Feel free to tell us! You can message us on our Instagram or leave a voice message for us on Anchor. We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we go over a couple of preconceptions both of us had about the US and Japan before moving abroad. Now that we've both lived overseas for quite some time, we also reflect on if those stereotypes hold up or not. Thanks for listening!
*Here's some information I found about the "Metabo" Law that requires waist measurements for Japanese employees in a certain age range during their annual health checkups: https://medium.com/illumination-curated/the-country-that-taxes-people-for-being-too-fat-356cacdc1d32
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In this episode, we talk about the various ways we address people in English and Japanese. We also get into how these titles reflect the relationship with the person you are referring to. Some titles can make you seem closer or more distant with people, so you'll want to be careful what you call somebody if you're learning how to speak English/Japanese! We hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening!
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Now that both of us are fully vaccinated, we are able to share our experiences getting the COVID-19 vaccine while living abroad. We discuss how to sign up, what the process of getting the vaccine was like, attitudes towards vaccinations between the two countries, and we even compare our vaccine cards! Thank you all for listening. Be kind and stay safe!
Japan vaccination rates source: https://vdata.nikkei.com/newsgraphics/coronavirus-japan-vaccine-status/
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In this episode, we're finishing our miniseries on education in Japan and the US. This episode focuses mostly on university. We cover topics such as job hunting as a student, the cost of university, community college, and what graduate school is like. Enjoy!
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In this episode, we're continuing our examination of the education systems in Japan and the US. We're talking all things high school this time. From part-time jobs and AP classes to prom and college entrances exams, we've got you covered. We also tackle the big question that's been on everyone's mind: how realistic of a portrayal is Mean Girls the movie? We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we're continuing our 4 part series that takes us through the similarities and differences of education in Japan and the US. Our focus this time is on junior high, or middle school. Here is where we really start to notice cultural values come into play as schools start to shape young students into the adults of the next generation of each respective country. We hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we're beginning a journey that examines the similarities and differences of education in Japan and the US - starting from elementary school up through university. Enjoy part one of four, where we discuss all things elementary school - from subjects we study, to how our academic performance is evaluated, to what we wear and more!
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In this episode, we talk about the various ways courtesy and respect can be expressed in Japanese and English. As you may or may not know, the Japanese language has numerous formalities and levels of politeness that non-native speakers often struggle to wrap their heads around. And while formal language certainly exists in English, it's not always taught explicitly in a school setting to Japanese learners, leading to some confusion or doubt when trying to speak politely. We touch on how these challenges have affected our personal language learning journeys and more, so don't miss out!
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In this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic while living in a foreign country. We open up about when we first realized the severity of the situation and how it impacted our lives. We also share what we were impressed by and disappointed in when it comes to the response of the places we live.
We plan to record other episodes in the future that focus specifically on vaccinations as well as the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games. Be sure to stay tuned if either of those topics interest you.
DISCLAIMER This episode was recorded in May of 2021. All information regarding COVID-19 was current to the best of our knowledge at the time of recording.
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In this episode, we highlight some key differences in customer service between the US and Japan. Disparities like these also tend to create some reverse culture shock for us when we visit our home countries, so we touch on those experiences as well. We also reflect on how these differences represent bigger cultural trends within the two countries.
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In this episode, we share all of our ongoing struggles with numbers. People may not necessarily think learning numbers in a foreign language would be so difficult...in our cases, those people would be wrong. So so wrong. Confusion over numbers is something that still affects the both of us after years of living abroad. Listen to find out why.
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In this episode, we break down the perceptions and significance of tattoos in the US and Japan and how they've changed over time. We also talk about our own opinions and experiences regarding tattoos.
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In this episode, we share several terms that sound similar to words we know in our native language, but mean something completely different in our second language! These little discoveries come up all the time unexpectedly on our language learning journeys. We tried to choose some rather surprising terms to share and we hope you enjoy!
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In this episode, we break down some of the major differences between American and Japanese homes in terms of layout, appliances, and customs within the home that we've discovered while living abroad. We also touch on why we think said differences are helpful, or sometimes just downright confusing. I don't think either of us ever expected to miss being able to use a garbage disposal or take a comfortable bath every day, but here we are.
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In this episode, we discuss the same topic as last time, through the opposite perspective. What words or phrases do we find impossible to translate from our second language into our native language? Listen to find out!
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In this episode, we both go over some phrases that we've found are practically impossible to translate from our native language into our second language. In Akane's case, she shares Japanese phrases that are challenging to say in English. As for Sadie, she shares English phrases that are difficult to say in Japanese. Our choices may surprise you. Additionally, we find ourselves getting into a deeper conversation about how language and culture are entwined.
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In this episode, we share details about Valentine's Day and how it's celebrated both in the U.S. and Japan. Did you know there are many different types of chocolate you can give and receive on Valentine's Day in Japan? Have you ever heard of Single's Awareness Day or White Day? Be sure to listen to find out more!
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In this episode, we go over some common filler words in both Japanese and English. We also discuss what their purpose is, which situations are okay and not okay to use them, and how to tackle filler words in the classroom - both from the student and teacher's perspective. Not to mention, we both share a few personal stories of times when we've run into trouble using filler words!
Frequently used filler words in Engilsh:
Ummm, uhhh, well, so, I mean, let me see...
Frequently used filler words in Japanese:
ええと(eeto)、なんか(nanka)、たしかに(tashikani)、なるほど(naruhodo)…
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This episode was recorded around the holiday season in 2020. In the spirit of the holidays, we thought it'd be a great opportunity to talk about the differences in gift-giving culture between the US and Japan. In this episode, we give you the run down on giving souvenirs, gifts for Christmas, New Years, weddings, as well as Japanese seasonal oseibo and ochugen. Who knew something seemingly as simple as giving gifts could lead to moments of culture shock and confusion among the both of us!
When we're discussing amounts of money, ¥1,000 (sen yen) ~ $10 and ¥10,000 (ichi man yen) ~ $100.
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In this episode, we shared and discussed some popular and interesting Japanese and English internet slang from native speakers' perspectives. We also explored why and how it’s used and what kind of roles it takes in our everyday life. If you miss this episode, you’ll have FOMO! Listen to this episode and find out the meaning if you do not know "FOMO" 1. www 2. lol 3. オワコン(owakon) 4. FOMO 5. MJK 6. sus
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