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Life in 2 Languages
by Life In 2 Languages
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate life in Japan as a foreigner with limited Japanese skills, alongside a native speaker? Look no further. Get ready to enjoy this podcast in the background as you listen in on the awkward lives of two regular people living in Japan. Join hosts Hize and Saori as they share their perspectives on the various challenges of adjusting to uncomfortable situations, along with their own personal stories of attempting to navigate life in two languages.日本語勉強中の外国人と、日本人のカップルの日本でのリアルな生活を聴いてみませんか?ホストのハイズとさおりが2つの言語を使って生活している中で直面する問題や葛藤を時には面白く時には真面目にシェアします!
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Episode 51 - Red Flags in English
Find Lada → @lada_model_jpFind Kilala → @kilala_you_academy Turns out, our red flag episode (episode 37) was a crowd favorite! So, we had an absolutely wild idea. What if, just for one episode, we did another red flag episode…BUT IN ENGLISH?!?!? I know, a truly groundbreaking concept that has definitely never been done on this podcast before. We were all (two of us) shivering in excitement over this, but we knew we could not traverse this unknown territory alone. We had to bring in our heavy hitters, Sayako and Kilala to guide us, but we didn’t think it would be enough. This time, we brought in one of the experts, Lada! A skilled analyst in red flags with knowledge that transcends borders! Hize is here too. He’s just in the back. お待たせしました!前回大好評でトップエピソードのひとつの『レッドフラッグ話』を今回は英語でお届けします!さやこ、キララはもちろん新しいゲストでウクライナ出身のラダも参加してくれました♪ウクライナの恋愛事情から、これってレッドフラッグ!?をみんなで考えるコーナーやみんなの経験談など大盛り上がりのエピソードです!英語の勉強としても聴いてみませんか?
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Episode 50 Part 2 - Carley Went to the Fair
Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsartWe’re back for part 2 of Carley’s experience at the JET career fairs! We continue onwards with the details of what to expect, how to prepare, and how to succeed in your future trip to the JET career fair. Now I know what you’re thinking, “What if I’m not a JET ALT in my final year OR not even an ALT at all?” Not to worry, you’ll get to listen in on some of the many things maybe your ALT friends or family will have to worry about in the future! At the very least, you’ll get to hear Carley and Krystin’s lovely voices. カーリーとクリスティンとのエピソードパート2ではもっと詳しい就活フェアについてたくさん語りました!どんな会社があったか、雰囲気はどうだったか、会場で見かけたびっくりした人たちなど面白くてためになる情報が盛りだくさんです♪お聞き逃しなく!!
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Episode 50 Part 1 - Carley Went to the Fair
Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsartCan you believe it? Another guest episode for you to sink your…ears into! Meet Carley, an ALT navigating her final year on the JET Programme. In this episode, we dive into life in Ebino, the chaos and shenanigans of traveling to the JET career fairs, and what the experience was actually like. Krystin joins in to get the inside scoop before tackling the fairs herself next year, and of course, Saori is here too! 今回のエピソードもゲストに来てもらいました!えびの市のALTのカーリーです!えびの市での暮らしや、Majetでの活動などの話題から始まり、JETプログラムの就活フェアに参加したときの様子をたくさん話してもらいました。来年就活フェアに参加予定のクリスティンもこのエピソードに来てもらいましたよ♪
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Episode 49 Part 2 - Kevin Nearing the End
Get ready for the super resourceful part two of this super resourceful episode now with more interview insights, more cheese, and more Costco! Get your pen and paper out for some note-taking, and make sure to give pineapple pizza a try if you haven’t done so.このエピソードは前回からの続きのケビンのお話のパート2です!具体的にケビンが利用した転職エージェントの利用方法など、日本で就職したい人にすごく有益な情報がたくさん!そして私たちの大好きなコストコの話もまたまた出てきました笑
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Episode 49 Part 1 - Kevin Nearing the End
Have you ever looked up into the stars and pondered to yourself, “What does a CIR do?” Well we traversed the galaxies, searching far and wide until we met Kevin, a wise and knowledgeable CIR in Miyazaki and our friend! In this episode, we tackle the important questions: What does a CIR actually do? What are Kevin’s thoughts on Miller Draft beer? How do you job hunt in Japan? We even end up touching on ancient Japanese literature. . Jokes aside, there’s a lot of useful information in this episode and it’s only part 1!今回のエピソードでは宮崎でCIRとして働いているお友達のケビンに参加してもらいました!CIRってどんな仕事?ウィスコンシン州は何が有名なの?などなど新しい発見から、ケビンの日本での就活などについてたくさん話しました♪パート2もあるので次回もお楽しみに!
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Episode 48 Part 2 - The Many Versions of Kotoe
Follow Kotoe’s cafe at → @6_raccoon_Get ready for round 2 with the Kotoe! In this episode, Kotoe talks more about her time building relationships in Canada from Yuka’s infamous Ochakai and Dance Dance Revolution to hopping cafe shops and beer bars. She also talks about her experiences working in different work cultures. I won’t spill any more coffee beans on this anymore, you just gotta listen!おまたせしました!今回は前回に引き続きことえさんとのエピソードパート2です!カナダでロッキーと会ってどういう経緯でカフェをしようとなったのか、そしてことえさんの趣味の一つである旅行についてもたくさん話しました。まだ6raccoonに行ったことがない方、宮崎に来た時にぜひ立ち寄ってみてください♪
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Episode 48 Part 1 - The Many Versions of Kotoe
Follow Kotoe’s cafe at → @6_raccoon_This was a long awaited episode for us and hopefully many others. Introducing Kotoe! The co-owner of the popular cafe in Miyazaki, 6raccoon. If you ever wanted to know more about the inspiring Kotoe, now is the time to dive in and indulge in her life stories. From Kid Kotoe and her most hated school subject, to Canada Kotoe and her experiences working at a cafe, we could not fit it all into one episode so look forward to part 2 in the future. Don’t forget about Chocolate Kotoe! You’ll be sure to learn a thing or two about her.今回のエピソードは私たちも大好きな宮崎で大人気のカフェ、6 racoonのオーナーの1人であることえさんがゲストで参加してくれました!!なぜ宮崎でカフェを始めたのか、カナダでのエピソード、そしてサロン・デュ・ショコラへの愛など私たちが知らなかったことえさんのことについてたくさん話しました♪2つのエピソードに分かれていて今回はパート1です。次回もお楽しみに!
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Episode 47 - Bad Bunny Miracles & Krystin
Follow Krystin on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinFollow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsartWe’re bringing back a guest who still remains number one for most viewed episode on our podcast! That’s right, we got Krystin back on the show! In today’s episode, Krystin blesses us with her Bad Bunny experience, updates us on her life choices, mentions waffles on Wednesdays, and informs us of what’s in store for the future. With 80% confidence, we are sure you will enjoy listening to this.今回のエピソードには私たちのお友達のクリスティンがゲストとして参加してくれました!Spotify主催のバッドバニーのライブに招待された話や、前回出てくれたときからのアップデート、ALTが終わってからどうするか…共感できることが色々あると思います。大人気のクリスティンとの前回のエピソード19も一緒に聴いてみてください!
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Episode 46 - I Think I Stole a Cup…
The past two weeks have been positively busy with a bunch of good things and boy are we excited to tell you! If you’re returning for yet another episode, it can only mean 1 of a few things: you enjoy our voices, you want to listen about the wonderful wedding that Jeff and Kilala hosted, you are interested in Kayla, you wanna know how to steal a cup in public, or you’re Hize’s mom. All are acceptable answers.Congratulations again to Jeff and Kilala. The wedding was great! 今回のエピソードでは最近のうれしい出来心を色々と話しました!このポッドキャストにも出てくれているジェフときららの結婚式のとっても素敵な結婚式に参加したり、私たちのカナダで出会った友人が宮崎に遊びに来てくれたり、そしてタイトルの出来事など、、、盛りだくさんです!
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Episode 45 - Pollen Bombs and Failing English
Welcome back to yet another episode where Hize doesn’t really know a whole lot about in general! In today’s episode, we talk about the honorable 敬語 (けいご), getting attacked by pollen, proving that we can’t teach high-level English (yet), and begging friends to study with us. Make sure to comment on this episode on everything we got wrong! We would love to read it!みなさん花粉症ですか?ハイズは最近特にひどい花粉症に悩まされています… 今回のエピソードでは花粉症の話や最近のハイズの新しい日本語の勉強のこと、そしてまだまだ続くTOEIC取っとく?のコーナーも多めで色々話しています!英語勉強中の方、一緒に考えてぜひぜひコメントで結果がどうだったか教えてください♪
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Episode 44 - Mathew, 2 Years Later…
You guys remember the first guest we ever had? Well we got him back! Welcome back for another episode, the new and improved Mathew 2.0! In today’s episode, we ask how his life has been over the course of 2 years since our last episode together. Everything from shocking Costco stories to new-found sponsored loves. For the ultimate past vs. present comparison, listen to episode 11 alongside this one and see what’s changed. Don’t forget to tell us what you find!今回は初めてのゲストとして出てくれたマシューが参加してくれました!マシューにいて知りたい人はぜひエピソード11を♪前回から2年経ち、その間の気持ちや身の回りの変化などなど深い話から面白い話までたくさん話しました。マシューの声優にも負けないくらいのすごくいい声をみなさんよーく聴いてみてください!
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Episode 43 - And the Results for the JLPT are…
Welcome back to another episode! As always, thank you for choosing to fill your wonderful ear drums with our voices. In today’s episode, we announce the results of the infamous N2 JLPT, talk about our goals for the future, practice for upcoming tests, as well as how to improperly pronounce English words. Make sure to remember everything cause it’s gonna be on the test!今回のエピソードでは年末にハイズが受けたJLTP N2の結果発表をしました!自信がなかったハイズが受かったのか残念な結果となったかはぜひ聴いてみてください!そして私にも密かな目標があり、TOEICで850点を目指していてそのための新コーナーも始めたので英語を学んでいる人は一緒にクイズを受けてみてくれたらうれしいです♪
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Episode 42 - ハイズの病気アドベンチャー!
Join Hize as he puts his Japanese to the test in January 2026 stumbling through vocabulary, grammar, and spontaneous thoughts while talking about going to the clinic alone and setting goals for the year ahead. It’s imperfect, real, and very much a progress check. Don’t miss this 「その」 and 「この」 packed episode!第4回目の日本語オンリー回のこのエピソードでは二人とも体調不良の年末年始でのハイズの大冒険がメインの話です!頼る人(さおり)がいない中、ハイズが頑張って行った病院での出来事で私はハイズの日本語の成長をすごく感じました。そして今年の私たちの目標は…みなさんぜひ聴いてください!
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Episode 41 - Dah Bois and Their Tops
In today’s episode, we sittin’ down with dah bois talkin’ all business. No games and absolutely no tom-foolery. We don’t hold back when it comes to our tops. We talkin’ top comfort foods in Japan, Top noodle thicknesses, top aromatic herbs to smell, as well as our top challenges we face living in Japan... You name it? We probably didn’t talk about it, but it was in the back of our minds! Strap in cause it’s about to get intense! In a good way. 今年初めてのエピソードはボーイズオンリーの回です!仲良しの男子メンバーでいろんなジャンルのランキングについて語っています。日本の好きな食べ物や北米で大人気のルートビア、そして少し真面目なトピックなどいろんなトピック満載なのでみなさんも楽しみながら聴いてください~!Find Jeff → @jeff_amoakaFind Mung → @mung_mung_mungFind Ryan → @ryanlaguatan
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Episode 40 - Don't Be Pushy with Yuka and Rocky
Follow Rocky’s cafe at → @6_raccoon_Follow Yuka’s photography → @yukavan_photographyToday’s episode is going to be quite the treat because we finally got them! Introducing Rocky and Yuka! Two guests we have wanted on our podcast for a long time now. Listen in as we talk about their overly-mentioned story of how they met, Yuka’s secret tea society that is invite-only, the hot-ojisan-gossip spots around Miyazaki, as well as their tips and tricks about talking to new people. Word of the day: Pushy — excessively or unpleasantly self-assertive.Example: Rocky was being a little pushy asking to buy Yuka a drink.今回のゲストには、ゆかとロッキーに参加してもらいました!二人とも宮崎でビジネスを行っているとっても素敵な日本人とカナダ人の夫婦です。二人がカナダでどうやって出会ったのか、それぞれカナダと日本での友達作りや人間関係、そして私たちも大好きなカフェ6 Raccoonの始まりまで、笑いあり真剣な話ありの楽しいエピソードになりました!
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Episode 39 - Remember, “Road to N2”?
The JLPT is almost here! Hize has been studying all year… or has he? Join us to see just how far he’s come. Spoiler alert: it’s… well, you’ll see. Also, see if you can get all of Saori’s Japanese questions right and let us know how much you got!もうすぐハイズはJLPT(日本語能力試験)のN2を受けます!今年の1月にテキストを3冊買って今までがんばって勉強してきました。そんなハイズがどうやって勉強してきたか、自信のほどはどうかを語っています!ハイズがんばれー!!!
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Episode 38 - JC's Grand Japan Adventure
Get ready to listen in on (one of) the original voice(s) straight from our very opening song! That’s right! We got the ad-lib guy fresh from Canada, JC! Who could forget such a memorable voice! In today’s episode, enjoy the refreshing beats of casual conversation as we dive into the adventures of JC in Japan. Careful not to groove too hard! Life in 2 Languages is not responsible for any dance-related injuries.Find JC --> @villahermosa.official今回のゲストはなんとカナダから!!ハイズの良い友人でありこのポッドキャストのオープニング曲を作ってくれた2人のうちの1人であるJCが参加してくれました。日本に旅行にきてはるばる宮崎まで来てくれたので、ハイズとの出会いから彼の外国人旅行客としての視点など盛りだくさんの内容となりました!
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Episode 37 - レッドフラッグと女子会 With Sayako and Kilala
No Hize? No problem! Today’s episode is all girls as Saori, Sayako, and Kilala talk it up about red flags and dating experiences. 全てはもちろん、日本語で. Get ready to challenge your listening comprehension if you want in on that hot tea! Find Kilala → @kilala_you_academyFind Sayako → @seren_design8今回はスペシャルなエピソードです!前にゲストで出てくれたさやこときららに参加してもらいガールズトークをしました!すべて日本語で主に外国人とのデーティングでのレッドフラッグ(危険信号)について色々語っています。みんな素晴らしいパートナーを持っていてその素敵なお話もお聞き逃しなく♪日本人女性必聴のエピソードです!
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Episode 36 - Eudaimonic Wellbeing: Well Felt, Not Well Explained
Welcome back to another episode! Today’s topic? You guessed it, a slightly confusing attempt to explain what we think is Eudaimonic wellbeing. Grab your dictionaries, because we definitely don’t use advanced vocabulary for this one. We also talk a little bit about ビリギャル and how that movie is nice! You should definitely give it a watch!今回のエピソードでは先日ハイズと見た『ビリギャル』の映画のことから、実際のモデルである小林さやかさんが研究している認知科学について話しました!うまいこと説明ができませんでしたが笑、ハイズが大きな影響をうけたことには間違いありません。興味が出た方はぜひ調べてみてください!
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Episode 35 - The Kyle Johnson Experience
Introducing Kyle, not your average 190cm American ALT. No sir, this Kyle comes stacked with stories of his numerous life experiences from hitchhiking, farming, rapping, to stand-up. Before you listen in, here are some key words to elevate your listening experience:Hitchhiking: Standing on the side of the road, hoping a kind ojisan truck driver picks you up. Bonus points if he buys you coffee at the conbini.Slither: Moving on the ground like a snake. A strategic move when it comes to stand-up comedy.Deep-dish Pizza: A Chicago classic from what tourists can tell.Chuckle up for safety, it’s gonna be a ride.Find Kyle → @kylejohnsonxoFind Kyle’s podcast on spotify → Out Here Livin’ Kyle Johnsonみなさんはスタンドアップコメディーを観たことはありますか?今回のエピソードはALTでもありコメディアンでもあるカイルに参加してもらいました!ヒッチハイクをしたりラップをしたり多才な彼のお話はとても面白かったのでみんなにぜひ聴いてもらいたいです!
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Episode 34 - Just a year, Just an experience, Just Braden
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be just Braden in his first year in Japan? Well, you certainly stumbled onto the right podcast! Join us as we listen in to just Braden retelling his tales from scaring a Japanese family while working at a gift shop, to wrestling with body odor anxiety on the train. Lots of interesting stuff in this episode with Hize, Saori, and just Braden.今回もゲストに参加してもらいました!私たちのご近所さんでALT1年目のブレイデンです!初めて日本に来て教師としての生活を始めた感想や、アメリカでお土産屋さんで日本語を披露したエピソード、この夏行った大阪旅行での面白い思い出も全て楽しかったので皆さんもお聞き逃しなく♪
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Episode 33 - Parents, Osaka Expo, and 中(なか)ラーメン
Get ready for them interesting stories of traveling with parents all in the supernova heat that is summer in Japan. Also get ready for some embarrassing moments of trying to order in Japanese and realizing how much your years of effort studying the language is ruined by one kanji. Japanese is very difficult, no matter where you go.先月ハイズの両親が日本に旅行に来てくれました!滞在中の前半は宮崎に来てくれて、その後京都と大阪にみんなで行きました。大阪万博の感想や、ハイズ一人で両親を色々と連れて行ったストーリーを話しています!そこでハイズに起こったちょっとしたハプニングもお聞き逃しなく!
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Episode 32 - Tyler the ALT: A Real Cool Guy
Man, we are so lucky to have a plethora of friends who are not camera shy. One of them being, Tyler! A fresh 4th year JET ALT like one of the hosts in this podcast! I wonder who that may be... Apart from our very interesting lives, We thought it would be a refreshing experience for people to get to know how cool Tyler is. Spoiler alert, Tyler is a cool guy!今回のエピソードには私たちの友人のタイラーに来てもらいました!ハイズとおなじALT4年目の彼の長崎に住んでいた時と宮崎での生活の違いや、将来のことなど色々話してくれました。あと宮崎の心霊スポットの話なんかも、、、。タイラーのストーリーをぜひ楽しんでください!
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Episode 31 - SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY
Get ready for a super interesting, mind-blowing, life-questioning experience as we dive into the mysterious abyss that is… our typical Sunday. That’s right! You didn’t ask, but we’re telling you anyway! We talk about how we spend the one precious day before going back to work. Buckle up, because this thrill ride is about to begin.みなさんは日曜日をどのように過ごしていますか?今回は私たちの普通の日曜日の過ごし方についてゆるーく話しました!ブランチチャッティングに参加したり、カフェで勉強したり、作り置きを作ったり、、、。リラックスが大好きな私たちの日常をシェアしています。
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Episode 30 - かいむタイム パートツー - かいむ・勉強・どうやって?
Oh you thought it was over? No way, ホセ! We are continuing our talks with Kaimu and I am STILL continuing to struggle in Japanese. Please enjoy the Japanese speaking attempts that were made and enjoy the lovely Japanese voices from our wonderful native speakers as well! 前回に引き続きかいむとのエピソードです!かいむと私が英語を勉強することになったきっかけをはじめ、いったいどうやって勉強したのか、いつ勉強することをやめたのかなど語学学習にまつわるあれこれを話しました。みなさんのおすすめ勉強法があればぜひ教えてください!
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Episode 30 - かいむタイム パートワン
We are back at it with the 30th episode! If you enjoy watching me struggle through Japanese, then boy do we have a treat for you! Kaimu is back for another round, and this time, we are in Japanese mode talking about his trip to Okinawa! This is only part one of this fun conversation so look forward to part 2 in the future! ちなみに、いつも聞いてくれてありがとうございます。今回は第3回目の日本語オンリーのエピソードです!ゲストにお友達で2回目の出演のかいむに来てもらいました。最近沖縄に行ったかいむの話や新コーナーも始まりました!1回目と比べてハイズの日本語の上達具合はどうかぜひコメントで教えてください♪
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Episode 29 - Summer is Coming
Thanks for coming back—and hey, thanks for using your eyes to read this part!In today’s episode, we dive into the imminent doom that is summer in Japan: the brutal heat, the humidity, and how it compares to a Canadian summer. We also chat about summer festivals and, oddly enough… kidneys. Yep, it’ll all make sense when you listen.Got your own hot-weather horror stories? Let us know—we’d love to hear them!今回のエピソードでは夏も始まったので日本とカナダでの夏にまつわる文化の違いを話しました!蝉の一生の話から肝試しについてなどなど話しています。あと8月にハイズの両親が日本に遊びに来るのも楽しみにしています!
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Episode 28 – Miyazaki, Minecraft, and Self-Care: The Third Take (Audio Only)
Boy, was this week full of pleasant surprises—said with maximum sarcasm. This is our third attempt at recording this episode, but hey, we made it! Despite a bit of brain-dead rambling, we pulled through and finished on time. So, congrats to us—we’re still alive and kicking!Technical difficulties can’t stop us, and neither will sleep deprivation. If you’re still here listening, thank you. Seriously. We appreciate every one of you for sticking with us through our struggles. Only getting better from here baby!今回のエピソードを録音するのはすごく苦労しました!笑 2回録音後に問題が見つかりやっと3回目にして完成したそんなエピソードです笑 さおりの誕生日とマインクラフトの話から始まり、前回は自信のないことを話しましたが今回はセルフケアを話しました。みなさんはどんなことをして自分を大切にしていますか?
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Episode 27 - Teeth, Talk, and Total Insecurity (Audio only)
In this episode, we get real about insecurities—everything from how we feel about our teeth, to the way we speak in Japanese (and sometimes even English). From body image to language anxiety, we unpack the quiet doubts we carry and how they show up in everyday life. It's honest, a little messy (technical glitches included), and totally relatable. Tune in and let us know—what are your insecurities? And while you're at it… what’s your dental routine?今回のエピソードでは私たちが不安に思っているとこ、自信のないこととそれに対する考えを話しました!ハイズの歯のエナメルが減ってることに関する不安から笑、私の社交性のなさなどを色々語りました。オープニングの私が口ずさんだ曲が分かった人がいたらぜひコメントください☆
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Episode 26 - One Year Anniversary and Video??? (Audio only)
We did it — one full year of Life in 2 Languages! We’ve got a lot of exciting things in the works, including something the title of this episode may have hinted at (kind of…). That’s right — today’s episode is audio-only, but video is on the horizon! We are still trying to figure out how to subtitle, heh.Seriously, thank you for sticking with us. Whether you've been here from the start or just tuned in, we truly appreciate everyone who takes the time to listen. Big things are coming, and we’re so glad you’re here for the journey!ついに!Life in 2 languages podcastが1周年を迎えました!!タイトルにもあるように、今私たちは新たな試みとして動画にも挑戦しています。今回のエピソードの録画風景も撮影したので、公開されるまでお楽しみに!いつも聴いてくれるリスナーのみなさん本当にありがとうございます。これからももっと楽しいコンテンツをお届けできるようにがんばっていきます♪
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Episode 25 - Follow Your Dreams... to Nagasaki! (with Shasha)
Boy, do we have a jam-packed episode for your ears today! Introducing the courageous and joyful Shasha, an absolute joy to talk to with all her experiences and stories about her life in Japan up to now. We talk about her life as a university student camping making marshmallows with Japanese kids, as well as her current life goals of moving to Nagasaki and her completely well-thought-out answers for doing so. Lots of good stuff in this one folks.今回のエピソードには私たちの友人であるシャシャに参加してもらいました!日本で仕事をしたいと思っている人にはぴったりのお話です!シャシャが日本に来たきっかけから、彼女の長崎への愛、そしてどうやってお仕事をゲットしたのか、、、。日本と北米の就活の違いを彼女を経験を交えてお話ししてくれました。最後に、日本人のみなさんスモアは食べたことがありますか?
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Episode 24 Part 2 - Sky Juice and Dolphin Bread with Mai Chan
Just when you thought Mai-chan’s stories were over… think again!If you missed the end of our last episode, now’s the perfect time to catch up—because Mai-chan is back for round two, and she’s bringing even more airline stories, travel tips, and behind-the-scenes gems! From cabin quirks to sky-high secrets, this episode is packed with insights and laughs. So buckle up, grab a glass of sky juice from your local airline, and enjoy the ride with us!前回に引き続きまいちゃんとのエピソードパート2です!今回は乗客からのなぞなぞとも言えるリクエストや笑、珍エピソードなどなどバラエティーに富んだ話題が盛りだくさんのエピソードとなりました。80ヵ国以上旅したまいちゃんの一番好きな国はどこでしょうか?そしてハイズはエミレーツに応募できるのか!?笑 必聴のエピソードです!
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Episode 24 - Flying with Mai-chan
This episode was bound to happen and we are pretty lucky it happened sooner than later. Introducing the great Mai-chan! The wonderful, well-traveled lady with tons of stories and more importantly, Saori’s best friend! In today’s episode, we talk about her experience working in the sky, secret tips, and stories of the dynamic duo. See if you can tell how excited Saori is in this episode! Coincidentally, you’ll hear a lot of planes in the background – totally unplanned.今回のエピソードのゲストはさおりの大切な友人のまいちゃんです!ポッドキャストを始める前から絶対にゲストとして出てほしかったまいちゃんが、今回なんと宮崎まで遊びに来てくれました!!さおりとの出会いから始まり、CAになるまでの試験や、大変だったトレーニング、まさかのハイズとの共通の知り合いもいることが分かり笑、盛りだくさんな内容となりました。今回は前半のパート1で次回のエピソードで後半のパート2を配信するのでお楽しみに♪
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Episode 23 - Practicing for that P.R. with Sayako & Ryan
Get your listening ears ready as we introduce our 2 lovely guests, Ryan and Sayako! To help them get ready for their Permanent Resident interview, we ask them the hard questions such as, “Who asked who out first?” and “Where was your first date?”. Pretty professional stuff in this episode. Don’t miss out! 今回のエピソードのゲストは私たちの大切な友人であるさやことライアンのカップルです!同じアパートにアパートに住んでいる私たちのご近所さんであるふたりから、どうやって出会ったか、初デートはどうだったかなど色々質問しました。国際カップルならではの楽しいエピソードです!
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Episode 22 - Okinawa was Great!
I hope everyone enjoyed the cold weather these past few days, cause that is exactly what we did not do! Feel the tropical jealousy of listening in on our trip to the warm and beautiful Okinawa and all the fun activities we did down south. A definite place to go more than once! The cold is cool too, I guess. 先日私たちは沖縄に旅行に行ってきました!今回のエピソードではこの旅行について話しました!宮崎空港からはじまり、食べたもの、途中あった悲しいハプニング、私たちの好きな水族館についてなどなど、、、。今回行きたかったところすべてはまわれなかったので次回リベンジします!
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Episode 21 - てげてげタイム with Miho and Kurumi
Get ready for an action-packed episode featuring not just one, but TWO languages! Kurumi is back for another episode, and we’re thrilled to welcome Miho for her podcast debut! In this episode, we introduce Miho, talk about a goldfish on Sesame Street, and explain what てげてげ time is. This episode will be quite the challenge for both Japanese and English speakers, but at least we can all laugh and relate to Hize’s mistakes!今回は人気のエピソードのひとつのエピソード13に出てくれた『Brunch Chatting』のくるみと、初参加のみほとブランチチャッティングスタイルでお話ししました!二人の出会いから最近のブランチチャッティングの状況、そして宮崎はどんなところなのか宮崎が地元の二人といろいろ語っています。宮崎は住みやすい街ですよー!!Follow them on Instagram! --> @brunch_chattingSIDE NOTE: There were a few audio problems with this video that were simply due to our rookie mistakes. Regardless, we hope that you still enjoy this episode!
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Episode 20 - 斬魄刀と石と私
Would you look at that! We’ve made it to Episode 20! Just like in Episode 10, you’re about to witness a man bravely attempting to speak Japanese with his very patient girlfriend. For all the Japanese learners out there, let’s count how many mistakes Hize makes together! Oh, and don’t forget to drop some anime recommendations in the comments—we’re always up for a good binge! 記念すべき第20回目のエピソードは2回目の日本語回です!今回のエピソードでは私たちの子供のときに見ていたアニメやマンガ、最近のお気に入りの作品などを話しました。ハイズは全部日本語でがんばりましたよ!ぜひみなさんのおすすめアニメやマンガを教えてくださーい!
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Episode 19 - Jet-Life Crisis with Krystin
Today’s wonderful guest is the amazingly sociable Krystin! A fellow ALT with similar concerns regarding the impending doom that is “life after the Jet Programme”. In this episode, we talk about our worries, explore career path goals, and remind ourselves of the hard realization of still not knowing what to do in life. Relatable or not, give it a listen—you won’t be disappointed! (I say that with 70% confidence!) 今回のエピソードでは私たちの友人、クリスティンに参加してもらいました!京都での生活の話や、今クリスティンとハイズがALTとして働いていますが、今後の計画や悩み事など色々と話しました。キャリアを考えること、海外で生活していくのか、共感できる内容だと思います! Follow Krystin on Instagram! → @thisiskrystin Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsart
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Episode 18 - Daikichi Year, Daikichi Me
あけましておめでとうございます! Happy New Year! Hope you all went to your local shrine and got yourself an omikuji. We sure did, and let me tell ya. Y’all better watch out! Hize got Daikichi大吉 this year so this means to make way for parking at the mall! Aside from the outstanding luck that is yet to come, we also talk about our accomplishments and goals for both ourselves and for the podcast! Once again, we really appreciate everyone that keeps up and continues to show their support for this podcast. Also, ask your mom to comment on this podcast. My mom would appreciate it. あけましておめでとうございます!2026年最初のエピソードです。みなさんはどのように年越しやお正月を過ごしましたか?ハイズと私は特に出かけもせずゴロゴロ寝正月でした笑 今回のエピソードでは2025年に達成できたことと今年の抱負を話しました!個人的には大きな変化と挑戦の年になりそうです。
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Episode 17 - Cricket Pizza and Tennis Court Rentals with Kaimu
Get ready for yet another wonderful to enter those lovely ear holes of yours! Welcome the wonderful Kaimu! A popular influence and Japanese teacher from good ol’ Miyakonojo, Japan. Kaimu was kind enough to bless us with his praise of authentic pizza flavors and lay down the law about courts in Japan. You can’t just walk into an empty court and start playing folks. Remember to call your local park people to reserve a spot! 今年最後のエピソードには私たちの友人であり、日本語教師でもあるカイムに来てもらいました!カイムのトロント留学経験や、メキシコでのコオロギピザ(!)の経験などなど色々話しました。カイムのインスタは日本語勉強者にはすごく良いコンテンツだと思うのでぜひチェックしてみてください! Listen to Kaimu’s podcast! → KakaiJapanese Podcast Follow Kaimu’s Instagram → kaikai_Japanese
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Episode 16 - KFC made Christmas???
Oh boy! What a saucy title to kick off the episode, and just in time for the holidays! In this episode, we share our experiences with the holiday season and explore how KFC helped shape Christmas traditions in Japan. We also dive into Saori's memorable Christmas in Italy and Hize’s oh-so- entertaining explanation of White Elephant. But mostly an emphasis on KFC—because hey, who knows? Sponsor? もうすぐクリスマスということでクリスマスにまつわるあれこれを話しました!日本でなんでみんなケンタッキー食べるのか?その謎にせまります笑 みんなはクリスマスパーティーなどしますか?ハイズは私が今この文章を書いているときにもジンジャーブレッドクッキー作りをがんばっています♪
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Episode 15 - Engagements and Carbonara with Jeff and Kilala
You are about to hear not one BUT TWO amazing voices in addition to the beautiful voices you always listen to. Meet Jeff and Kilala, two Miyazaki-born locals except one went on to be raised in Canada. Enjoy them reminiscing about the time they first met and how impatient they were becoming an official couple. From co-workers, to friends, to life partners, listen in on just how dang cute they are. Don’t wanna spoil too much, so get to listening! Instagram: @kilala_you_academy 今回はとっても素敵なカップルに参加してもらいました!きららとジェフの二人とのおしゃべりでは彼らの出会いから、考え方など私も参考になる話ばかりでした。特に付き合う前の期間の部分は私のお気に入り!彼らの地元、宮崎での活動はきららのインスタを見てみてください。英語を勉強している日本人に特におすすめしたいです☆
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Episode 14 - Spooky Stories and Naked Pooh
Welcome back to a spooky episode for the podcast. If you are reading this, let me reveal one of the spookiest things that can happen when editing these episodes: not knowing why the quality poops itself after rendering despite having it sound so nice during post production. Truly a scary sight. Speaking of Pooh, Saori reveals a dark secret of spirits in her house and how her sister’s plushies might possibly be possessed by spirits. Don’t listen to this episode alone folks. Make sure you have a buddy next to you! Also make sure they’re listening to this episode on a separate account. It ain’t spooky when you’re helping us out! :) みなさんはホラーが好きですか?私は怖くなるけど好きです笑 今回のエピソードでは今年のハロウィンのコスチュームの話から少しだけ怖い(?)私の実家にあったぬいぐるみのことについて話しました! インスタにハロウィンの日の写真が載っているので要チェックです!
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Episode 13 - Just Brunch Chatted With Kurumi
In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the amazing Kurumi! Not only is she bilingual and smart, but she’s also an all-around fantastic person. Kurumi co-hosts a language exchange group in our neighborhood, and today, we’re doing it her way. That’s right, folks—this one’s half English, half Japanese! We’re especially grateful for her patience with Hize’s broken Japanese. Truly, she’s a gem—don’t you agree? Side note: we learned just how powerful an elbow can be when it accidentally bumps the table. See if you can spot those moments! Side side note: despite what we may have titled the episode, it wasn’t actually recorded at brunch. Apologies for any brunch confusion! 今回のエピソードでは初の日本人ゲストのくるみさんに来てもらいました!くるみさんは宮崎市内で『Brunch Chatting』という英語と日本語でお話するイベントを運営されています。私もくるみさんとはそこで出会いました!トロントでの経験や大晦日のニューヨークでのカウントダウンでのエピソードは必聴です!笑
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Episode 12 - History of Employment: What Did We Do Again?
Looks like we’re going back in time and announcing our resumes to the world! We unload our resume histories for all to hear! In this episode, Saori gets schooled on the basics of Canadian university life, while Hize attempts to recall his university days with less and less success. We also talk about our current and past jobs, diving into the ever-so-detailed descriptions of what we do at work. Saori shares the kindness of her parents and her popularity with airplane mechanics and flight attendants, while Hize recounts a memorable moment of yelling at a customer at a bubble tea shop. Feel free to listen in on this podcast instead of that important meeting you have to attend—they’ll understand! 今回のエピソードのテーマは私たちの過去の職歴です!初めての高校時代のバイトの話から現在の仕事について色々話しましたよ。ハイズのコロナ中のタピオカドリンク屋さんでお客さんに叫んだエピソードや、さおりが友達になりたかったけど違う方向に行ってしまった失敗?エピソードなど過去のことを思い出しながら話しています!
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Episode 11 - Costco Dreams and Plastic Cheese with Mathew
Today's episode is a real treat: the ever-so-smooth Mathew! Enjoy the soothing ASMR vibes as Mathew, with his deep voice, shares his thoughts on a Costco park, passionately expresses his love for cheese, and reveals daring restaurant recommendations in Miyazaki. Saori and Hize are here too! So grab your favorite Costco food item (you know, the one you have too much of because it only comes in bulk) and tune in! 今回のエピソードでは初のゲストに参加してもらいました!私たちの大切な友人のマシューです!コストコの公園のアイデアや(カークランド公園笑)、宮崎のおすすめスポットを話してくれました。マシューとの楽しかった会話をみなさんも楽しんでもらえたら嬉しいです!
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Episode 10 - 日本語で話そう! Let's Talk in Japanese!
Well, would you look at that—we made it to 10 episodes! What better way to celebrate than by attempting a podcast conversation in Japanese? In today’s episode, about 80% of the lovely voices you’ll hear will come from Saori, while the other 20% will be Hize struggling to survive! At the very least, you’ll hear about our adventures in Fukuoka, told by someone who still can't finish a sentence in Japanese without a little help. 今回は第10回目の特別な回として、日本語オンリーのエピソードになっています!ハイズもがんばって日本語で会話しましたよ!この回では私たちの夏の思い出とハイズのうれしいニュースを中心に話しました!英語は苦手、、、という方にも楽しんでもらえるエピソードです。
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Episode 9 - ぽっちゃりマッチョ Pochari Macho
Today’s episode is all about our HAWT HAWT BODS and what we do to maintain our peak physical condition. Listen in on our daily protein-infused physiques and the trend that is Pochari and Macho! Stick around and you’ll also find out weight loss success routines we no longer do! Remember folks, bring your grandparents and great-grandparents to the gym too! Age is no excuse! みなさんジムには行きますか?私たちはまあまあです笑 ハイズは前から自分の体をぽっちゃりマッチョと言います!私はかなりぽっちゃりです!このエピソードでは脂肪を落として筋肉を増やすために何をするべきかダイエット素人の私たちが話しています。 良いアイデアがあれば誰か教えてください!笑
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Episode 8 - Saori's Summer Survival Sguide
“ARE YOU TRULY PREPARED FOR JAPANESE SUMMER?” is what we want to talk about, but we end up complaining about the heat a lot. Welcome back to your favorite couple hiding under the AC! So glad to have you listen to a jam-packed, condensed, bug-infested episode! Today we talk about the inconveniences of living the hawt Japanese summer life. Hize complains about things he is too afraid to find out how to do in Japan, while Saori dreams of her first moments of Slurpees in Canada. If you disagree with any of the things mentioned in this episode, send us a message! We would love any communication! No, we are not lonely! Ok… maybe just a little. 毎日暑ーい!!!そんな日にぴったりの話題は『さおりの夏サバイバルガイド』です! サバイバルガイドと言いながら虫のことを話したりしてあんまり役に立たないかもですが笑 私が子供の時は(20年以上前)こんなに暑くなかったと思うんだけどなあ、、、 今回のトピックは特に涼しいエアコンが効いた部屋で聞いてください!
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Episode 7 - I Miss *Insert Object Here*
Whew! Another 2 weeks, another set of problems Hize has no clue how to fix. We realize we got a couple friends who are pretty tech savy when it comes to audio editing, so drop a comment or send us a DM telling us how disappointed you were! (along with some constructive feedback cause we need it.) In today’s episode, we talk about things that we wish we did not have to part from. Some instances include cereal, food court fast food, and the good ol’ chicken and waffles. Chicken and waffles is luxury tier food. Fight me. エピソード7が出ました!今回のトピックは私たちが懐かしく、ほしい、恋しいと思っていることを話しました(ほとんど食べ物笑)。留学やワーホリに行ったことがあるならいろいろありますよね~私はたくさんあります。また食べ物ばっかりだけど笑 岐阜に関しても話しています!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate life in Japan as a foreigner with limited Japanese skills, alongside a native speaker? Look no further. Get ready to enjoy this podcast in the background as you listen in on the awkward lives of two regular people living in Japan. Join hosts Hize and Saori as they share their perspectives on the various challenges of adjusting to uncomfortable situations, along with their own personal stories of attempting to navigate life in two languages.日本語勉強中の外国人と、日本人のカップルの日本でのリアルな生活を聴いてみませんか?ホストのハイズとさおりが2つの言語を使って生活している中で直面する問題や葛藤を時には面白く時には真面目にシェアします!
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