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Lazy Fluency - Japanese Podcast | 英会話
Two passionate yet lazy learners of English and Japanese have casual conversations about culture, language, life, and more. If you find listening to fellow learners rant about miscellaneous topics entertaining, then you're in the right place. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, and check out the video version of the podcast on YouTube.
やる気はあるけど、ちょっとLazyなアメリカ人と日本人がFluencyを目指す旅
日本語と英語を入れ替えながら繰り広げる雑談トークショー！
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- Episodes
- 231
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 38 min
- On air since
- 2022
- Latest episode
- 1 day ago
Episodes
231 episodes, newest first
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38 min
Shibuya Halloween Finally Came Back! - LF #231 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 231
Show notes
After 6 years, Shibuya Halloween officially came back this year. Today we talk about it as well as the American and Japanese changing perspectives on Halloween.
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47 min
Algorithms Are Ruining Your Life - LF #230 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 230
Show notes
Algorithms are more prevalent than ever and they have come to influence your life both online and off. Today we talk about echo chambers, isolation, and other byproducts of an algorithm curated society.
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46 min
You Are Using Anki Wrong - LF #229 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 229
Show notes
Anki is one of the most popular apps used for language learning and memorization in general. Today we talk about common mistakes, misunderstandings, as well as our experience with the app.
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34 min
How Similar Are Japan and Hong Kong? - LF #228 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 228
Show notes
Ayami just got back from her trip to Hong Kong! Today we talk about her experience as well as how it differs from Japan!
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29 min
Should Japan's School System Change? - LF #227 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 227
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Traditional Japanese schools are notorious for their intense focus on rote memorization. Today we talk about International schools, what they are, how they compare, and whether Japan should be encouraging more!
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39 min
Japan's New Term For Boomers: "Rogai" - LF #226 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 226
Show notes
The term "Rogai" meaning "Old Harm" has been gaining popularity as a way to criticize old people who cause societal burdens or harm. Today we talk about the spread of this term and what it means about Japanese society
Rogai (Japanese Boomers), Sudden Asthma, Japanese TV, and More！
老害とは、咳喘息事件、バラエティー番組など！
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39 min
Why Foreigners Hate Japanese TV - LF #225 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 255
Show notes
Despite anime being such a popular tool for learning Japanese, Japanese TV more generally is not. Today we talk about why as well as why Japanese people love it.
Japanese TV, Tamagotchi, Visa Changes, and More！
バラエティー番組、たまごっち、ビザ変更など！
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36 min
It Will Soon Be Near Impossible to Get Permanent Residency in Japan - LF #224 (Japanese Listening)
Season 1, Episode 224
Show notes
New restrictions on Permanent Residency will require applicants to have a higher income than average Japanese citizens. Today we talk about this decision, the specifics, and likely impacts.
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28 min
Why Japan's Conbini is a Dream Job for immigrants - LF #223 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 223
Show notes
Working at a convenience store in Japan is stressful and generally low pay. So why is it a dream job for so many immigrants? Today we talk about it!
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46 min
Is It Ok To Love Your Country? - LF #222 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 222
Show notes
The World Cup is ongoing… Which means, it's time to talk about patriotism, nationalism, and sports!
Nationalism, Bowling Tournament, Giving Up, and More！
ナショナリズム、ボーリング大会、諦めなど！
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40 min
What is it Like After You Pass The JLPT N1? - LF #221 (Japanese / English Listening + Subtitles)
Season 1, Episode 221
Show notes
Online Japanese communities tend to be hyper fixated on the JLPT tests, specifically the N1. But what is language learning actually like after you pass this test? And what does passing the N1 actually represent? Today we talk about it!
Life after the JLPT N1, Identity, and More！
JLPTN1の後の言語学習、アイデンティティーなど！
No, Japanese Isn't Easy (and that's ok):
https://youtu.be/vxKMrMNJo88?si=256xzfXOhFoT4nBG
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29 min
Breaking Down Stan Culture in Japan - LF #220 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 220
Show notes
You may have heard of stan culture with regards to K Pop but have you heard of Japan's Oshi Katsu or more recently Supikatsu, a trend that involves temple prayer and worship for your favorite celebrities. Today we talk about it! SupiKatsu: https://markless.jp/blog/85
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31 min
What is the Japanese Concept of Ibasho? - LF #219 (Japanese Listening + Subtitles)
Season 1, Episode 219
Show notes
"Ibasho" is one of those difficult to translate Japanese terms meaning "a place where you feel you belong." Today we talk about Ibasho, identity and community.
Episode Timestamps:
Intro: (0:00)
Ibasho: (0:19)
Tour Guiding Friends: (0:19)
Outro: (28:18)
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29 min
Is Japanese Comedy Funny? - LF #218 (Japanese Listening N3)
Season 1, Episode 218
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Japanese culture has made large cultural impacts through many forms, but what about comedy? Today we talk about it in its many forms and discuss if it is funny or not?
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33 min
Must Know Japan Travel Tips! - LF #217 (Japanese Listening)
Season 1, Episode 217
Show notes
I'm back in Japan, and after having been in and out of Japan so many times I have learned many ways to make traveling here a lot easier. Today we share some of these tips and talk about common mistakes travelers make!
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42 min
Breaking Down Japanese Social Taboos - LF #216 (Japanese Listening)
Season 1, Episode 216
Show notes
You may have heard that slurping is polite in Japan. Today we breakdown common etiquette myths and taboos and whether they are true or not!
Taboos, Interpreting, Duolingo, and more!
タブー、通訳、デュオリンゴなど！
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55 min
How to Talk to Japanese People - LF #215 (Japanese Listening N2-N3)
Season 1, Episode 215
Show notes
It takes more than Japanese fluency to effectively communicate with Japanese people. Today we talk about what kinds of personalities and communication styles work best!
Talking with Japanese People, Ekiden, Ai Dubbing, and more!
日本人との会話、駅伝、AI吹き替えなど！
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36 min
How Expensive is Japan Really? - LF #214 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 214
Show notes
It is said that Japan is a cheap country to live in. Today we look at the real purchasing power of the yen when compared to daily items and average salaries to determine if that is the case!
Yen Purchasing Power, Japanese goods and more!
円の購買力、日本の商品など！
Cost of Living Japan: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Japan
Cost of Living US:
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=United+States
Episode Timestamps:
Intro: (0:00)
Yen Purchasing Power: (0:18)
Japanese Goods: (34:25)
Outro: (45:08)
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46 min
Should You Learn Your Heritage Language & Culture? - LF #213 (Japanese Listening)
Season 1, Episode 213
Show notes
Our podcast host Ayami was born and raised in Japan, but ethnically she is Taiwanese. This week we talk about her solo trip to Taiwan and the importance of heritage.
Heritage Language and Culture, Immigration and more!
先祖の言語と文化、移民など！
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30 min
Japanese Gen Z Slang - LF #212 (Japanese Listening N3-N2)
Season 1, Episode 212
Show notes
Japanese Gen Z Slang and more!
Z世代の俗語など！
Slang Terms:
好きすぎて滅
ギュン
メロい
滅（めつ）なんだけど
にゃおだね
まじオワｗ
めくれる
ポパる
うま確（うまかく）
きちゃー
ビジュいい
しゃばい
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