Life in 2 Languages

Wonder who took our photos? → @yukavan_photography That’s right, there’s no escape now. We sealed the deal by writing our marriage documents in poorly written Japanese and made it official! Wonder how we did it? …no? Well, we’re gonna talk about it anyways! At the very least, you’ll learn about how to get married for yourself here in Japan! At least, the Canadian way of doing it.  ついに！先日ハイ...

Find Yuka → @yukavan_photography Follow Yuka and Marie’s podcast → ゆかとまりえのどっぷり思考時間 We are so lucky to bring back Yuka as a guest in this JAPANESE episode, and this time, it’s only Yuka! If you ever wanted to know more about Yuka’s past experiences, her takes on freelance careers and photography, or even what to get her as a gift, this is the episode for you! Sorry Rocky, no space fo...

Here’s a quick game you can play with your buddies, your neighbour, or even by yourself!  Step 1: Run to your nearest closet, hopefully filled with YOUR OWN clothes and apparel. Step 2: Go through all your clothes one by one and make piles all over the floor based on where you bought them. Step 3: If the majority of your clothes are from Uniqlo or GU, you win! Step 4: Also, check that you have a p...

You ever just watch Sasuke (also known as American Ninja Warrior in the west) and thought to yourself, “I wanna do that!” only to be brought back into the reality that is how fit we actually aren’t through the blunt force of a Japanese health check? Well, take a seat on your bounciest exercise ball and listen in on this episode as you do your reps. Let’s exercise! みなさん健康診断は受けていますか...

Welcome back to another Japanese episode of the podcast! In this episode, we talk about our wonderful trip to Gero city and all its naturally hot wonders! It’s been a hot minute since we had a Japanese speaking podcast, but I guess you can tell for yourself how Hize’s Japanese language has progressed.  今回は久しぶりの日本語オンリー回です！そしてメインのトピックはさおりの地元の岐阜に帰省した時のお...

Would you look at that, it’s just Hize and Saori today! Only 2 of your favourite hosts from your 4th favorite podcast! It’s been a while since it was just us, so we wanted to give our personal opinions on Tokyo. Why, you ask? Because we went there for a weekend trip away from the countryside and wanted to tell you how fun it was! We’ll also probably confess the reality of not being able to find wo...

Find Lada → @lada_model_jp Find 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...

Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsart We’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...

Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsart Can 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 ta...

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...

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 touchin...

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!...

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...

Follow Krystin on Instagram! → @thisiskrystin Follow Krystin’s art on Instagram! → @thisiskrystinsart We’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 wh...

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 acceptab...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Follow Rocky’s cafe at → @6_raccoon_ Follow Yuka’s photography → @yukavan_photography Today’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...

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...

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-rela...

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_academy Find 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...

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...