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Embracing Simplicity: A Journey into Minimalist Living with Shun #243

The Power of Smiles: Cultural Perspectives and Personal Experiences #234

Breaking Barriers: From Formality to Friendship with Miku #230

Vlog: Bike & Walk through Furano 🚲自転車と散歩で巡る富良野

tiers – 12 min read

のんびり富良野にってきました🚲 Join a solo trip through Furano, Hokkaido. Cycling past onion fields, visiting Farm Tomita, meeting locals, walking in the forest, and tasting sweet Furano melon🍈discover the charm of Japan’s countryside in this travel vlog.

Oct 10, 2025

Do You Like to Compete? A Conversation with YUYU #290

tiers – 25 min read

負けず嫌いですか？🔥 In this episode, I talk with YUYU about being competitive. He shares childhood memories, sports stories, and why he quit swimming. I ask about his strong drive to win, and we explore different ways people find motivation not only through rivalry but also through curiosity!

Oct 6, 2025

Cashless Culture & Money Mindsets: A Conversation with YUYU #289

tiers – 16 min read

YUYUさんと決済方法やお金の考え方について話しました。Explore how people in Japan and Mexico pay for things. Cash, debit, credit, or QR codes and discover different cultural mindsets about money. In this fun chat with YUYU, we dive into daily life, payment habits, and even family influences on financial values!

Sep 29, 2025

Osaka Expo 2025:Walking the Great Roof Ring

paid – 2 min read

大阪万博に行ってきました！Join me at Osaka Expo 2025! I explore the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, then climb the world’s largest wooden ring for a stunning view of Spain’s pavilion glowing like a sunset. A once-in-a-lifetime Expo experience in Osaka. 🌏✨

Sep 26, 2025

The Three Coffee Characters I Met in Osaka #288

tiers – 19 min read

大阪のおもろいコーヒー人について☕️Join me as I share stories of three unforgettable coffee people I met in Osaka: a “Coffee Doctor” who treats beans like patients, a warm-hearted “Osaka Mom” shop clerk, and a generous “Coffee Sage” in a quiet neighborhood. Discover Japan’s coffee culture beyond the cafe!

Sep 22, 2025

Vlog: A Relaxing Hike in Otaru’s Mt. Tengu | 北海道の小樽の自然で日本語を学ぼう

tiers – 15 min read

北海道小樽の天狗山に登りました👺Explore the scenic trails of Mt. Tengu in Otaru, Hokkaido while learning Japanese naturally! Perfect for intermediate learners, this relaxing hike vlog blends nature, local culture, and real-life Japanese expressions. Let’s learn in the wild!

Sep 21, 2025

Five Easy Self‑Care Practices #287

tiers – 19 min read

メンタルヘルスケア💖 I share five small but powerful habits that helped improve my mental health. From morning walks to swimming and sketch diaries, these practices really made a difference. I also talk about small cultural moments in Japanese life, like school trips and childhood journaling.

Sep 15, 2025

Soup Curry: Beyond Japan’s Famous Curry Rice #286

tiers – 15 min read

スープカレーについて！Discover “Soup Curry,” a dish that goes beyond Japan’s famous curry rice. Packed with big vegetables, rich flavors, and endless customizations, it offers a fresh way to enjoy Japanese food and learn practical vocabulary at the same time.

Sep 8, 2025

Vlog: The Jumbo Ferry from Takamatsu to Kobe | Private Cabin, Setouchi Views & Akashi Bridge

paid – 5 min read

高松から神戸までジャンボフェリーに乗りました。Join me as I travel from Takamatsu to Kobe on the Jumbo Ferry! 🌊 In this vlog, you’ll see what it’s like to board with a QR ticket, explore the brand-new ferry, check out a private cabin, and even pass under the iconic Akashi Kaikyō Bridge.

Sep 3, 2025

How Do You Express Love? A Casual Conversation with Miku #285

tiers – 23 min read

5つの愛の言語？💖 In this episode, I chat with Miku about the “Five Love Languages.” We share personal stories about how we express and receive love, from words to actions, gifts, and more. Which love language do you connect with most?

Sep 1, 2025

Standing Bar Vibes in Osaka 🍶｜立ち飲み屋で乾杯！

tiers – 17 min read

友達と大阪の立ち飲み屋に行きました🍶Join us as we explore a Japanese standing bar in Osaka! From flavorful yakisoba to 30% alcohol shochu and hilarious stories, this vlog is packed with local food, friendly vibes, and language you can actually use in real life 🇯🇵🍶Perfect for Japanese learners and food lovers!

Aug 31, 2025

2025年7月と8月の日記

tiers – 5 min read

結構プライベートなどうでもいい日記 ( for gold penguin-san) この日記は書き言葉です。

Aug 30, 2025

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