Conversation - Sayuri Saying

Is AI Becoming Our New God? (Modern Faith, Part 2) with YUYU #324

tiers – 16 min read

In part 2 of this series, YUYU asks me a question that stuck with me: is AI becoming our new god? We talk about relying on ChatGPT for advice, why that can be a little dangerous, and how much of our own thinking we're quietly outsourcing to AI these days.

Aug 3, 2026

Is 'Oshikatsu' Japan's New Religion? (Modern Faith, Part 1) with YUYU #323

tiers – 12 min read

Do Japanese people actually believe in anything? In part 1 of this series, YUYU and I talk about shrine visits, why morals and religion don't always go together in Japan, and how modern "oshikatsu" (idol worship) might be filling a spiritual gap most of us don't talk about.

Jul 27, 2026

Do Japanese People Talk About Politics? (An Honest Conversation) withもしもしゆうすけ#321

tiers – 12 min read

When I was in India, European travelers kept asking me "So what do you think of the new Takaichi administration?" And honestly? I had no idea what to say. Not a language problem. I just never thought about it. Do Japanese people actually talk about politics?

Jul 13, 2026

Sapporo Summer, According to Tatsuya (a Local) #319

tiers – 21 min read

札幌地元民のたつやさんに夏のおすすめを聞いてみました！I'm talking with Tatsuya, a Sapporo local, about what summer in the city is really like. We cover biergarten (ビアガーデン — outdoor beer festivals beloved by locals), Hokkaido food, and where to go if you want to escape the crowds!

Jun 29, 2026

I Zigzagged. It Zigzagged Back.

paid – 4 min read

My guest Moshimoshi Yusuke went camping in the mountains⛰️ He got warned about wild boars, then actually ran into one. He tried the escape advice he'd been given. It did not go as planned. Short, funny, and full of natural Japanese you can actually use!

Jun 4, 2026

If You Could Live Anywhere… Talking About Our Dream Homes #308

tiers – 16 min read

YUYUさんと理想の家について話しました。If you could live anywhere, where would it be? YUYU and I share our dream homes 🏠from his grandmother's Japanese house with seasonal gardens and engawa to my lakeside vision with a big bathtub. What's your ideal home?

Feb 9, 2026

Coriander, Cleaning, and Nothing Important: A Fun Chat with Miku #305

tiers – 14 min read

インターネットで共有するまでもないけどハマっていること😂 Miku and I chat about our harmless obsessions like adding coriander to salads and getting into cleaning. Just a fun, casual talk about things too small to share… but too fun not to!

Jan 19, 2026

Why Is Making Japanese Friends So Hard? Real Talk with Miku #304

tiers – 23 min read

お悩み相談に乗ってみました（友情・インフレ）In this episode, we have a fun and honest chat with Miku, answering real questions from foreigners in Japan. We talk about friendship, cultural differences, and loneliness. Sharing kind, realistic advice while laughing and learning together!

Jan 12, 2026

Birthdays Around the World: My Talk with YUYU #291

tiers – 14 min read

誕生日や誕生日会について！日本とメキシコの違いについても語っています🧁 I talk with YUYU about birthdays. He shares how parties in Mexico are often a must, while I share my quieter birthdays alone or traveling. We discuss traditions, family memories, and how birthdays can be a time to celebrate, reflect, or simply give thanks.

Oct 13, 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

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