SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送

アジア文化圏にありながら、なぜ日本では旧正月を祝う習慣が、ほとんど見られなくなったのでしょうか？暦文化に詳しい専門家の解説に加え、現在も旧正月を祝う風習が残る沖縄や奄美大島ご出身の方から、地域に根付く独自の正月文化についてお話を聞きました。

The federal government has released its latest report card on its Closing the Gap targets, which are meant to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians. The data shows just four of the 19 targets are on track. - 先住民とそうでない人の間の格差を解消するための全国的な政府の取り組み「Closing the Gap」。その進捗をはかる2026年の報告書が公表されました。目標達成期限まで残り５年を残すなか、19の目標のう...

The ACCC has launched a landmark Federal Court case accusing Supermarket giant Coles of misleading shoppers with illusory discounts on hundreds of everyday products promoted under its Down Down campaign. The new deputy leader of the Liberal Party says a change in policy direction and focus is not about countering the influence of the One Nation Party. - ACCCは、スーパーマーケット大手COLESが実態の...

Currently appearing on Channel Seven’s Australian Idol, 15-year-old Taiyo Martian may be among the youngest contestants, but his musical journey began early. He started busking at six, released a self-written and self-composed album at 11, and later appeared on The Voice Kids in France, his father’s home country. Revisit our 2023 bilingual interview with Taiyo and his parents on the SBS Japanese p...

Australia’s hot, dry climate and unique landscapes make it one of the most bushfire-prone countries in the world. As climate change drives higher temperatures and drier conditions, we can expect more frequent and more intense bushfires in the future. But once the fire is out, how do you return home safely, find support, and look after yourself? - オーストラリアは、暑く乾燥した気候と独特な自然環境...

Buddhadatta, the world’s first Buddhist punk band, released their debut full-length album through an Australian label late last year and are now set to tour Australia in February and March. - 世界初の仏教パンクバンド、ブッダダッタ。昨年末にオーストラリアのレーベルから初のフルレンクス・デビューアルバムをリリースしました。2月/3月にオーストラリア公演を予定しています。詳しくは今週の「Music File」から...

Angus Taylor is the new leader of the Liberal Party, after winning a spill motion. The 18th anniversary of the national apology to the Stolen Generations marked in Canberra. And in sport, Freestyle skiier Cooper Woods wins gold to secure Australia's first medal at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. Recorded 13 February. - 自由党の、新たな党首にアンガス・テイラー氏が選出しました。これにより、テイ...

Australia is a nation of mango lovers. But did you know that sweetness, aroma, and texture can vary greatly depending on the variety? This week, Mayu explores the fascinating world of mangoes and shares an easy soy milk mango pudding recipe that you can make at home. - オーストラリアはマンゴー大国。実は、品種によって甘さや香り、食感が大きく異なります。それぞれの特徴やおすすめの食べ方をご存じですか...

Angus Taylor is the new leader of the Liberal Party, after winning a spill motion. The 18th anniversary of the national apology to the Stolen Generations marked in Canberra. And in sport, Freestyle skiier Cooper Woods wins gold to secure Australia's first medal at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. - 自由党の、新たな党首にアンガス・テイラー氏が選出しました。これにより、テイラー氏は野党の代表に就...

Angus Taylor has replaced Sussan Ley as Leader of the Federal Opposition following a leadership spill in the Liberal party room this morning. Mr Taylor defeated Ms Ley 34 votes to 17 in the ballot. Shortly afterwards, Ms Ley announced her retirement from politics. - 自由党の新たな党首にアンガス・テイラー氏が選出しました。これにより、テイラー氏は野党の代表に就任します。一方、スーザン・リー氏は、自...

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Japanese Studies celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2025. We spoke with Professor Chihiro Kinoshita Thomson, Dr Sumiko Iida, and Dr Yutaka Nakajima, who teach on the programme. - 2025年に50周年を迎えた、ニューサウスウェールズ大学（UNSW）の日本研究プログラム。教鞭をとるトムソン木下千尋教授、飯田純子博士、中島豊博士にお話を聞きました。楽しく、皆で学ぶ環境作り...

Learn everyday English phrases for online dating. Practise expressions like “match,” “ghosted,” and “slide into DMs” while improving your speaking skills. - マッチングアプリなど、オンラインのデーティングに関連した単語やフレーズを学びましょう！

Liberal MP Angus Taylor has officially launched his challenge for the Liberal leadership, ending months of speculation over Sussan Ley’s position. Anthony Albanese says he is "not contemplating failure" on Closing the Gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Australians Scotty James and Valentino Guseli have both secured places in the Men’s Snowboard Halfpipe finals at Milano Cortina...

This week's pick is the opening theme song from the Japanese animated film ‘Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved’, which will be released in Australia in February. - ２月にオーストラリアで公開される日本のアニメ映画「Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved（邦題：小林さんちのメイドラゴン さみしがりやの竜）」から、そのオープニング主題歌を取り上げま...

February 13 is World Radio Day. Japan-based radio enthusiast Akio Uemura has a passion for tuning in to broadcasts from around the world, including SBS Japanese. He is one of about 500 members of the Japan Shortwave Club, a group of enthusiasts who share an interest in listening to international broadcasts. - 2月13日は「世界ラジオの日」。今から80年前の1946年、国連がラジオ放送を開始したことを記念し...

100 years ago Scottish inventor John Logie Baird revealed the first television, called the Televisor, to the world. Those first pictures, flickering images of the head of a ventriloquist's doll, sparked a revolution in social entertainment and culture. - 今年はテレビが発明されてから100周年となる節目の年です。その道のりを振り返ります。

NSW Police Commissioner, Mal Lanyon, has apologised to Muslim community leaders after police pulled several worshippers away from their prayers amid a protest in Sydney. Figures from Cotality finds tenants are paying on an average a third of their pre-tax income on rent. - シドニー市庁舎で行われたイスラエルのヘルツォグ大統領の豪州訪問に対する抗議活動への警察の対応を巡りNSW州警察本部長のランヨン氏...

US-born, Australia-raised playwright Ms. Maki Morita says her limited exposure to Japanese customs fuelled her passion for the nation's traditions, which became the primary inspiration for her new production, currently on stage in Melbourne. - 日系の若手脚本家による舞台『月を見る夜 Moongazing』が今メルボルンで公開されています。

The AFC Women’s Asian Cup kicks off on 1 March. As teams finalise their squads, one coach, Leah Blayney is looking forward to the tournament on home soil — not as a representative of Australia, but of Japan. - 3月1日に開幕するAFC女子アジアカップ。今回、開催国のオーストラリア出身でありながら、日本代表の一員として大会を迎えるコーチがいます。

The eSafety Commissioner has told the gaming platform it needs to take action after reports of children being targeted by predators. - eセーフティー委員は、子どもが加害者に狙われているとの報告を受け、ゲームプラットフォームに対し、早急な対応が必要だと伝えました。

New South Wales Premier defends police response at Sydney protest against Israeli president's visit. Members of the crossbench call for policy to repair social media algorithms. Ukrainian athlete looks to wear helmet paying tribute to fellow athletes killed in Russian attacks. - シドニーを訪れていたイスラエル大統領への抗議デモをめぐり、クリス・ミンズ州首相が警察の対応を擁護しました。クロスベンチの...

In Darwin, where there are no distinct seasons, primary schools have traditionally not offered a long-sleeved uniform option. However, this year, more schools are introducing long sleeves, not only as a measure against UV exposure but also out of cultural consideration. This week on Australia Wide, we hear from Darwin-based contributor, Kylie Cuff. - 四季のないダーウィンの小学校では、これまで長袖...

Millions of people around the world will soon welcome in the Year of the Horse. A key part of Lunar New Year celebrations for many communities is lion dancing, which is said to bring good luck and prosperity into the new year. But it takes discipline to master the skill. - 千年以上の歴史を持ち、伝統芸能かつ競技スポーツでもあるライオンダンス（獅子舞）。若い移民とコミュニティーをつなぐ存在でもありま...

Israel's President, Izaac Herzog, has laid a wreath at Bondi Beach to honour the 15 people killed in the terror attack that targeted members of Jewish community in December. Japan's governing party is assured of a landslide election win, reinstating leader, Sanae Taikachi, and paving the way for her to push an agenda of increased military spending and tax cuts. - シドニーを訪問中のイスラエルのヘル...

Natasha Marshall studied Japanese in Sydney during her secondary and tertiary education, subsequently spending some time in Japan through an exchange programme, the JET Programme, and employment at a Japanese law firm in Osaka. She now practises as a lawyer in Sydney. Natasha told us how encountering Japan and learning the language profoundly shaped her life. - シドニーで弁護士として働くナターシャ...