にほんごのたね Nihongo no Tane with Yumi

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A weekly podcast for upper beginner to intermediate learners of Japanese. Listen to Yumi talk about... whatever she wants to talk about. Practice your listening comprehension with natural (howbeit slightly slowed down) Japanese on various topics such as Japanese culture, fun idioms, and, of course, cats. The episodes can be enjoyed in any order. -- Become a Makoto+ member and get show notes with a complete transcript and a list of key vocabulary. www.MakotoPlus.com

  1. 12/29/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 173: 娘のミュージカル2 My Daughter’s Musical 2 | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode, Yumi shares the inspiring story of how her daughter landed the lead role in a local musical production of Percy Jackson—a role she wasn’t even aiming for. Originally cast in a small part, her passion for the story, dedication to rehear...

  2. 09/02/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 172: 娘のミュージカル My Daughter’s Musical | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode, Yumi shares a heartwarming story about her 17-year-old daughter’s summer vacation, which turned into an unexpected adventure on stage. What began as a small supporting role in a local production of the Percy Jackson Musical soon transf...

  3. 06/16/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 171: ラジオ番組 Radio Show | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode, Yumi visits her family home in Japan, only to find it cold, boring, and isolating—with no internet, books, or entertainment. Feeling stuck in what she jokingly calls a "mini-prison," she unexpectedly finds joy in a Japanese radio show....

  4. 05/05/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 170: 日本のお風呂 Japanese Bath | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode, Yumi returns to Japan in the dead of winter, navigating the chill of an old house, the busyness of inheritance matters, and the quiet grief of family loss. Amid the hardship, she rediscovers the simple joy of soaking in a deep, warm ba...

  5. 04/07/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 169: 父のお葬式 My father's funeral| Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode of Nihongo no Tane, Yumi shares a personal and heartfelt story about returning to Japan for her father’s funeral. From navigating unfamiliar funeral customs to reconnecting with family members she hadn’t seen in years, Yumi reflects on ...

  6. 03/03/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 168: 試着室 Fittingroom| Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode of Nihongo no Tane, Yumi shares a shopping trip with her daughter that started with a simple plan to buy one pair of exercise pants but ended with three! She also talks about how their dog, Maro, played a role in this unexpected shoppin...

  7. 02/03/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 167: 会話 Conversation | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode of Nihongo no Tane, Yumi shares her recent conversations with her mother and younger sister in Japan. She reflects on how her elderly mother has developed a habit of one-sided conversations, often hanging up as soon as she’s finished sp...

  8. 01/20/2025

    Nihongo no Tane 166: お正月映画 New Years Movies | Japanese Immersion podcast

    In this episode of Nihongo no Tane, Yumi takes us back to a beloved Japanese custom that is slowly fading: the “New Year Film” tradition. She recalls how families would flock to theaters to watch holiday releases like Otoko wa Tsurai yo, Tsuribaka Niss...

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A weekly podcast for upper beginner to intermediate learners of Japanese. Listen to Yumi talk about... whatever she wants to talk about. Practice your listening comprehension with natural (howbeit slightly slowed down) Japanese on various topics such as Japanese culture, fun idioms, and, of course, cats. The episodes can be enjoyed in any order. -- Become a Makoto+ member and get show notes with a complete transcript and a list of key vocabulary. www.MakotoPlus.com

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