Podcast Lesson Notes– category –
Companion lesson notes for the podcast. Clear structure, essential vocabulary, and cultural explanations to support your Japanese learning.
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Momotaro（ももたろう） Japanese Folktale Explained in Easy Japanese (N4–N3) Podcast Companion
Read the full Momotaro story in easy Japanese for JLPT N4–N3 learners. This lesson note includes vocabulary, quiz questions, and cultural explanations. Use it together with the podcast episode. -
Why “Gogo 10-ji（午後10時）” Sounds Strange in Japanese | Natural Japanese Time Expressions (N5–N4) Podcast Companion
Do you say 「午後10時」 for 10 PM? It is grammatically correct, but it sounds strange. Discover why native speakers prefer 「夜10時」 and how Japanese time expressions really work. -
Why Japanese Learners Should Be Careful with 「Anata（あなた/貴方）」 (N5–N4) Podcast Companion
Japanese people almost never use 「あなた」 to address the person in front of them. In this article, we will look at the history and meaning of 「あなた」 and explain why modern Japanese speakers usually avoid it.
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