Washing Dishes in a Tiny Japanese Kitchen #266

生活音あり！Come along as I do the dishes and chat in Japanese about everyday life, home cooking, and kitchen routines—all from my tiny apartment. This relaxed solo episode includes real sounds and real talk, perfect for immersive Japanese listening practice.

Apr 21, 2025 — 16 min read

Washing Dishes in a Tiny Japanese Kitchen #266

単語 (Vocabulary)

🏠 家事・暮らし

- 家事（かじ） – Housework  
- 食洗機（しょくせんき） – Dishwasher  
- 手洗（てあら）い – Hand washing  
- 洗い物（あらいもの） – Dirty dishes  
- 狭（せま）い – Cramped, small (space)  
- 管理（かんり）する – To manage  
- 面倒（めんどう） – Troublesome

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