I wear many hats👒 Content creator, website manager, private tutor, and curriculum designer for a San Francisco ed-tech startup. Come along as I guide you through a typical week: brainstorming podcast topics on walks, filming video episodes, updating sayurisaying.com, running friendly 1-on-1 sessions, and shaping natural Japanese dialogue for an anime-themed app. I also tease fresh ideas like a “Sleepy Japanese” podcast, merch plans, and in-person meet-ups.🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 120”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering!
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276. Disaster-Ready in Japan｜防災グッズって何を揃える？
Learn how to get disaster-ready in Japan: the 3 essential items (water, food, toilet), helpful gear from ¥100 shops, how to check your local shelter, and a weekend challenge! Buy 9L of water and save your shelter on Maps. I also share what I keep in my own emergency kit. Free checklist on my website!🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 120”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering!
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275. Travel Priorities: Why Food Comes First in Japan | 日本人の食の優先度
Travel priorities differ worldwide, but in Japan delicious food almost always takes first place. I’ll share why I think food is such a big deal when Japanese people travel—seasonal ingredients, local specialties like Sanuki udon, and the passion behind every dish.Compare your own travel must-haves, pick up useful vocabulary, and enjoy a flavorful slice of Japanese culture along the way!🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 120”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering!
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274.【会話後半】From Rock Band to Japanese Content Creator — Rui’s Story
What happens when your dream career no longer fits who you are? Rui opens up about the turning point.In the second half of our conversation, Rui talks honestly about leaving his band after a difficult breakup caused by 方向性の違い (a difference in direction). He shares what happened behind the scenes, the emotional fallout, and how he slowly rebuilt his friendships with former bandmates. We also dive into his transition from musician to Japanese content creator—why he chose to make videos and podcasts, and how he found joy in helping learners around the world. I ask him about his “win-win-win” mindset: how to create content that helps others, fulfills him creatively, and remains sustainable. It’s a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about creativity, purpose, and learning through change.🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 274”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering!
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273.【会話前半】From Rock Band to Japanese Content Creator — Rui’s Story
What’s it really like to chase your dream in Tokyo’s indie scene? Rui shares his story.In this episode, I talk with Rui from Okkei Japanese about his twenties—how he quit a steady job, took overnight buses to Tokyo, and played in tiny live houses (small concert venues popular in Japan’s indie scene), often paying out of pocket to perform. He eventually pulled off a sold-out ワンマンライブ (a solo show by one band) in Tokyo—an important milestone for any independent artist. We also talk about the world of 対バン shows, where multiple bands share the same event and try to bring their own fans. If you’re curious about how Japan’s indie music scene works—or just want to hear natural conversation with deep cultural context—this one’s for you.🎧 Full transcript, video, and more: https://sayurisaying.com Search by episode number (e.g., “EP 273”) to find what you need!🐧 Join the Penguin Family for bonus content & support the show! Your support helps keep this podcast alive and means a lot to me. Thank you for considering!
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