Everyday Japanese with maki

Let's learn some Christmas phrases and try using them in conversations. Seasonal phrases are very useful, aren't they?

I’ll be talking about Christmas films. I know it's a cliche' topic but it's still fun! You can learn a lot of very useful words I also have an Instagram account. the username is the same https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

Learn common Japanese phrases about sleep

I'll talk about various habits, people have before going to bed, not just my own.

A new law will come into effect in April 2026. Today, I'm going to talk about what is means for cyclists. I hope no one ends up paying a fine. https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

How many times do you eat in a day? Everyone says breakfast is important for starting your day... but honestly ,I struggle with it. Do you?

Today's topic is decaf life. In Japan, it's surprisingly difficult to find good decaf coffee or tea. But in the UK,it's every where! why is there such a big difference? I'll talk about my experiences with decaf in both Japan and the UK.

Hōkoku-ji was one of the places I really wanted to visit — and I finally did!

Have you ever wondered why Japanese people do a massive deep clean at the end of every year? Today, we’re diving into “Ōsōji,” a traditional Japanese end-of-year cleaning custom — and the surprising cultural meanings behind it. https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

Do you know that in Japan, every company requires employees to take a full health check once a year? It might sound surprising if you’re from a country where this isn’t common! Today, I’ll share what this annual health check is like — and what makes the Japanese system unique.

Every country has its own unspoken rules and manners. When we travel abroad, it’s important to be aware of these things and respect the local customs. So today, I shared a few examples of Japan’s unspoken rules. I hope you found them interesting!

You know, sitting in front of the salon mirror always feels a bit uncomfortable. I just wish I could sit in that chair with confidence.

We love shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, and okonomiyaki. These dishes are cooked by the customers themselves. Have you ever tried them? In this episode, I talk about traditional Japanese food.

Today I’m going to talk about my travel mishaps again. This one happened in LA. At the time, it was a really embarrassing experience, but now I don’t feel embarrassed at all ！ 今日はまた海外旅行での失敗談を話します！ あの時は本当に恥ずかしい経験/けいけん)だったけど、いまでは楽しい経験だと思います！ https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

When I go abroad, I always make a lot of mistakes. Today, I’m going to talk about my travel mishap! 海外旅行にいくといつも何か失敗/しっぱい) します 今日はその失敗についてはなします^_^ https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

Autumn is deepening, and the days are getting colder and colder. Even though it’s chilly, don’t you want to enjoy winter fashion? In this episode, I talk about useful Japanese underwear! 秋も深まって来ましたね！だんだん寒くなって来ましたが、みなさんは冬もファッションを楽しみたいですよね？ 今日は便利な日本の肌着について話します^_^

I’ve been hooked on using a “seiro” recently. It’s really useful and easy to use. If you start using one, I’m sure you’ll love it. I even lost some weight after I started using it. 最近ハマっている蒸篭/せいろ) 便利で簡単です もしあなたも使ったらぜったい好きになりますよ！ ヘルシーなので使い始めてやせたんです！ I recorded a word and phrase list after the episode. エピソードの後にワードリストを読みま...

Love autumn! 🍁 Japan is just amazing this time of year. What are your autumn plans? I’m looking forward to delicious food and strolls in the perfect weather! 秋は大好きな季節です！ 日本の秋はいいですよー！ 秋は何をしますか？おいしい物をたくさん食べて外を歩けば気持ちいいです

It was my first time at Tsukiji Fish Market, and wow—it was so lively! I tried some amazing fresh food and wandered around a lot. 初めて築地市場に行きました とても活気があって楽しかったんです たくさんぶらぶらしました https://www.italki.com/teacher/13624304

Do you like fireworks? In this episode, I talk about Bonfire Night in the UK — an amazing event full of lights, excitement, and fun! 花火がすきですか？ このエピソードではイギリスのボンファイヤーナイトについて話します！ とても楽しいイベントでした！

Welcome to the first episode of Everyday Japanese with Maki! In this episode, I introduce myself and talk about what inspired me to start this podcast. I also share some ideas about what’s good to do during the full moon and the new moon — times for letting go, setting new intentions, and finding balance within ourselves. 🌕🌑 It’s a gentle and relaxing talk to help you slow down and connect with...