KEN | Insight Japanese
by KEN - Japanese Immersion [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a 'Japanese brain' and reach the next level of fluency.■ Watch the full video on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@Keninsightjapanese■ Vocab, etc. Sheet https://bit.ly/4rSf2YW■ Japanese Lesson with KEN https://lihuto.notion.site/japanese-lesson-with-ken
Episodes
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Japan Avoids Conflict… So Why Is Everything "Harassment"? [タメ口 Japanese Immersion] [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
[Vocab for Today🔻] ・〜っていう話（はなし）をする｜to talk about (the idea that) ~ ・〜てんじゃないの(〜ているんじゃないの)｜isn't it (the case that) ~? (casual) ・〜化（か）する｜to become ~; -ize ・〜独特（どくとく）の｜unique to ~; peculiar to ~ ・分（わ）かりやすく言（い）うと｜to put it simply ・文句（もんく）を言（い）う｜to complain ・構図（こうず）｜structure; dynamic (of a…
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Why Your Japanese Boss Won't Correct You [タメ口 Japanese Podcast | JLPT N3, N2, N1]
[Vocab for Today🔻] ・〜というか – or rather; I mean ・部下(ぶか) – subordinate; someone on your team ・指導(しどう) – guidance; instruction; coaching ・避(さ)ける – to avoid ・〜んだって – (they say) it's because…; I heard (casual) ・気(き)を遣(つか)う – to walk on eggshells ・界隈(かいわい) – (slang) the "crowd" or group of people who…
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] Why Japanese People Say It & Why It Annoys You [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
■ Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3Wxik2cZHbM ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー ■ Japanese Lesson/Finding a Job with KEN I'm currently offering free counseling and trial lessons. Visit the website for more info! https://lihuto.com/en ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー ■ Vocab, etc. Sheet Below is a Google...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] How I Balance 3 Businesses, 3 Kids, and Gym in Japan [N3, N2, N1]
[Vocab for Today🔻]Google Sheets：https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IJKTGCR4MqGQVyXCKA3qBVf-vTM5MW1Uma6EBAuD1Pw/edit?gid=482343632#gid=482343632・過ご（すご）す to spend (time); to pass time・動き始める（うごきはじめる） to start moving; to get under way・聞（き）かれる to be asked (passive of 聞く)・相談（そうだん） consultation;...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] Japan's New Visa Rules: Are Foreigners Still Welcome? [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
[Vocab for Today🔻] Google Sheets： https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IJKTGCR4MqGQVyXCKA3qBVf-vTM5MW1Uma6EBAuD1Pw/edit?gid=757777186#gid=757777186 ・永住（えいじゅう） permanent residence ・更新料（こうしんりょう） renewal fee ・ポッドキャスト風（ふう） podcast-style ・ハードルが上（あ）がる the hurdle/bar is raised ・厚生年金（こうせいねんきん）...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] Walking Tokyo's Most Popular Town: What's the Best Place to Live? [N3 ~]
💈グッドラックバーバーハナレ💈 Book from here ⇒ https://beauty.hotpepper.jp/slnH000667090/ ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー [Vocab for Today🔻] Google Sheets ⇒ https://bit.ly/4vF8rmg ・向（む）かう：to head towards ・住宅街（じゅうたくがい）：residential area ・裏側（うらがわ）：back side ・路地裏（ろじうら）：back alley ・連（つら）なる：to line up / stand in a row…
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[タメ口 Vlog Japanese Immersion] Why Japanese People Choose Katakana Over Beautiful Kanji [JLPT N2 &N1]
[Vocab for Today🔻] Google Sheets ⇒ https://bit.ly/3QRMMJj ・画質（がしつ）image quality ・影響を受ける（えいきょうをうける）to be influenced / inspired ・早速（さっそく）immediately / right away ・各自で（かくじで）each person / individually ・食料品店（しょくりょうひんてん）grocery store ・がっかりする（がっかりする）to be disappointed ・事実（じじつ）fact / reality...
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[Japanese Immersion] The Truth Behind Tokyo's Cost of Living [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] The Convenience Store Battle: Decoding the 2 Axes of "Keigo" [N3, N2, N1]
Please note that my goal with this video/podcast is not to blame either party. I kindly ask that you refrain from making any defamatory or negative comments toward anyone involved. ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of...
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[Japanese Immersion] Building a New Business in Tokyo While Raising 3 Kids:The Honest Reality [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] Truth Behind Why Efficiency Can Ruin Your Reputation in Japan [JLPT N3 ~]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Why the 'Two-Block' Haircut was Banned in Japanese Schools [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[タメ口 Japanese Immersion] Why I’m Fascinated by My Own Language: A Native’s Aha! Moments [JLPT N3 ~]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[タメ口 Japanese] How I Stop Procrastinating: A Japanese Entrepreneur’s Insight [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Why Some Japanese Companies Fear New Hires Using AI [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] The Truth Behind Japanese Feedback: Why They Won't Tell "Bad" [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Is it OK to Zoom in Japanese Cafes? The Unspoken Etiquette [JLPT N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] The Real Reason Why "Feminine" Men Rule Japan [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] The REAL Reason Tattoos Are Banned in Japan: History & Taboos [N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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Should Tourists Speak Japanese? Analyzing the Viral Restaurant Controversy [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
The video from the one I talked about🔻 https://x.com/masanews3/status/2027822489116807437?s=20 ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By...
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The Dual Identity of Japanese Universities: "Life’s Summer Vacation" and "Job Prep School"
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Why Japanese Slurp Noodles: The Hidden Logic You Didn't Know [N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Paying to Quit: The Rise of Japan's Resignation Proxies [N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] The Hidden Reason Why Japanese People Stay Thin (It's Not the Gym) [N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Why Japan REJECTS Uber: The Hidden Logic of Japan’s Taxi Monopoly [N3, N2, N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Rules for the Sake of Rules: The Truth Behind Japan’s Silent Trains. [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] The "Means vs. Ends" Trap: Is This the Society We Want?? [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Is Japanese Work Ethic Actually "Fear"? [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Is One Person, One Vote Truly Democratic? [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Are Japanese People Liars? The Truth Behind "Ultimate Trust"
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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[Japanese Immersion] Language Learning in the AI Era: Would You Want an AI Proposal?
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
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Why Japan is Obsessed with iPhone: The Truth About "Peer Pressure"
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a...
About this show
At 'KEN｜Insight Japanese,' I offer deep insights into Japanese society, culture, and the mindset of its people, going beyond the simple memorization of grammar and vocabulary. By experiencing authentic, natural-speed Japanese, our goal is to help intermediate and advanced learners cultivate a 'Japanese brain' and reach the next level of fluency.■ Watch the full video on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@Keninsightjapanese■ Vocab, etc. Sheet https://bit.ly/4rSf2YW■ Japanese Lesson with KEN https://lihuto.notion.site/japanese-lesson-with-ken
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KEN - Japanese Immersion [JLPT N3, N2, and N1]