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  1. 2 days ago

    #15 Free Healthcare for Kids in Japan: Is It Sustainable?

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu ---------- In this episode, we talk about Japan's medical system and a trending debate: Free healthcare for children and taking kids to the doctor for mild symptoms.Is free medical care essential for peace of mind, or does it put a strain on Japan’s healthcare resources? Let’s learn natural Japanese while exploring how Japan's health insurance works and real-life opinions on parenting and healthcare!This podcast is designed for JLPT N4–N3 level Japanese learners. Spoken slowly and naturally with simple explanations for key vocabulary.📌 In this episode:• How Japan's health insurance system (Universal Health Coverage) works• Why 70% of parents in Japan take their sick children to the doctor right away• Arguments FOR immediate doctor visits (early detection, peace of mind)• Arguments AGAINST completely free visits (burden on medical system, long wait times)• Key vocabulary explanations (Medical Expenses, Out-of-pocket Cost, Doctor Visit, Elderly)🎧 Listen & Learn:• Level: JLPT N4–N3• Target: Elementary to intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and understand real Japanese news.If you enjoyed this video, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! How much does children's healthcare cost in your country?

  2. 9 Sept

    #14 Are Japanese Trains Unfriendly to Parents with Strollers?

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu ------- In this episode, we talk about a major debate in Japan: Taking strollers onto crowded trains during peak hours.Is Japanese society unfriendly to parents raising children, or are crowded trains simply too dangerous for strollers? Let’s learn natural Japanese while discussing real-life parenting, manners, and public transit issues in Japan!This podcast is designed for JLPT N4–N3 level Japanese learners. Spoken slowly and naturally with simple explanations for key vocabulary.📌 In this episode:• The recent viral debate over strollers on crowded Japanese trains• Real perspectives and challenges faced by parents in Japan• Concerns and honest thoughts of other train passengers• Key vocabulary explanations for learners (Stroller, Crowded Train, Consideration, Tolerance)🎧 Listen & Learn:• Level: JLPT N4–N3• Target: Elementary to intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and understand real Japanese news.If you enjoyed this video, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! How are strollers handled on public transport in your country?

  3. 2 Sept

    #13 Weak Yen & Japan's Daily Life: Pros and Cons

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu ---------- In this episode, we discuss a major news topic affecting everyone in Japan: the historic weak yen and its impact on daily life.How does the weak yen affect living costs, salaries, and foreign workers in Japan? What are the pros and cons? Let’s learn natural Japanese while discussing real-life economic and social issues!This podcast is designed for JLPT N5–N4 level Japanese learners. Spoken slowly and naturally with simple explanations for key vocabulary.📌 In this episode:• What is the "weak yen" (Yen Yas) and why is it happening?• Real experiences and perspectives from foreign residents in Japan• Pros and cons from the perspective of Japanese citizens• Key vocabulary explanations (Weak Yen, Prices, Inbound, Giving back)🎧 Listen & Learn:• Level: JLPT N4–N3• Target: Elementary to intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and understand real Japanese news.If you enjoyed this video, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! How does the weak yen affect your life or travel plans?

  4. 31 Aug

    #12 Food Tax Cut to 1% in Japan?

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu ------------- In this episode, we discuss a major economic news topic in Japan: A proposed 2-year tax cut reducing the food consumption tax from 8% to 1%.Will this temporary tax cut really help daily life, or could it cause bigger economic challenges in the future? Let’s learn natural Japanese while exploring real-life tax policy, prices, and politics in Japan!This podcast is designed for JLPT N5–N4 level Japanese learners. Spoken slowly and naturally with simple explanations for key vocabulary.📌 In this episode:• Prime Minister Takaichi's proposal to lower the food tax to 1% for two years• Arguments FOR the tax cut (helping daily budget, keeping election promises)• Arguments AGAINST the tax cut (price hikes by shops, burden after returning to 8%, pension impact)• Key vocabulary explanations for learners (Consumption Tax, Tax Cut, Financial Resources, Election, Campaign Promise)🎧 Listen & Learn:• Level: JLPT N4–N3• Target: Elementary to intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and understand real Japanese news.If you enjoyed this video, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! How much is the consumption tax on food in your country?

  5. 31 Aug

    #11 Visa rules changing

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu ---------- In this episode, I talk about the latest news in Japan: potential changes to permanent residency and visa rules.Are the rules getting stricter? What do foreigners and Japanese people really think about this? Let’s learn natural Japanese while discussing real-life social topics!This podcast is designed for JLPT N4–N3 level Japanese learners. Speak slowly and naturally with simple explanations for tricky vocabulary.📌 In this episode:Latest news on Japan’s visa & permanent residency rule updatesPerspectives from foreigners living in JapanWhat Japanese people think about the changesKey vocabulary explanations for learners🎧 Listen & Learn:Level: JLPT N4–N3Target: Intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and learn real Japanese news.If you enjoyed this video, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts! What do you think about these new rules?

  6. 31 Aug

    #10 Will Japan's Prime Minister Visit Yasukuni Shrine?

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu In this episode, we talk about a major news topic in Japan: Should the Japanese Prime Minister visit Yasukuni Shrine on August 15th?Why does this become big news every year? What do neighboring countries and Japanese people think about this decision? Let’s learn natural Japanese while discussing real-life history, diplomacy, and social topics!This podcast is designed for JLPT N4–N3 level Japanese learners. Spoken slowly and naturally with simple explanations for key vocabulary.📌 In this episode:• Why the Prime Minister’s visit to Yasukuni Shrine is a controversial topic• Perspectives from international communities and neighboring countries• What Japanese people think about this decision• Key vocabulary explanations for learners (Yasukuni Shrine, Worship, Diplomacy, Consideration)🎧 Listen & Learn:• Level: JLPT N4–N3• Target: Elementary to intermediate learners wanting to improve listening skills and learn real Japanese news.

  7. 31 Aug

    #9 Japanese health insurance

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu

  8. 31 Aug

    #8 Stress Relief Routine

    👩‍🏫Private Lessons with Mayu🇯🇵 https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/ ☕️Ko-fi membership☕️ (You can watch full-length, in-depth genki video lessons) https://japanesestudylab-mayu.my.canva.site/youtube-genki 📺YouTube🥳 https://www.youtube.com/@Japanesestudylab 📱Instagram✨ https://www.instagram.com/japanesestudylab_mayu

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