うとうとtime – Sleepy Japanese Podcast

Today, I softly reflect on a day off spent wandering around on my own — though somehow, I kept meeting people along the way. I went to a yoga studio in the neighbourhood for the first time, had a Italian lunch at a small counter seat, and found myself staying at a café for much longer than planned. I also talk about turtles sunbathing by the lake, spending hours in a bookshop, and what it feels li...

In tonight's gentle episode, I quietly reflect on one month since coming back to Japan from India. I talk about getting a little obsessed with soy sauce — trying different kinds from around the country — and making amazake and fermented anko at home, without any sugar. I also share small things from daily life: walking barefoot on the beach in the evening, a singing grandpa I passed on the way...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share a gentle day off that started without much of a plan. A friend invited me out, and we ended up at a small tea shop — slowly tasting a few kinds of local Japanese green tea: gyokuro, kabusecha, and something in between. Comparing them together, talking about little things… On the way, we stumbled into a sushi restaurant, completely by chance. I also tal...

In tonight's gentle episode of うとうとtime, I quietly reflect on settling back into life in Japan after two months away. I talk about the small things that fill the days — fixing a squeaky bed, meeting up with old friends, and finding a café with an apple pie that had just the right amount of cinnamon. I also spend a long afternoon at a neighborhood bath house, soaking, reading, and eating a...

Tonight, I find myself thinking back to the ashram — the morning routines, the walks, and how it already feels strangely distant even though it wasn't that long ago. I keep thinking about two friends I made there🤍 Relax with slow, soft Japanese as you drift into sleep. Perfect for winding down, easing insomnia, and enjoying peaceful nights. 🌙✨ 🇮🇳 Want more India? I have an exclusive audio p...

Note: This episode was recorded outdoors. Birds, wind, and nature sounds throughout. Today, I softly reflect from a hammock in Rishikesh, India during a lunch break from yoga teacher training, surrounded by birds and trees and a sky full of interesting clouds. Also, the kind of moment that probably won't stay as a memory, but feels very good right now. This one might be better for a nap than b...

Tonight, I softly reflect on a day when I just wasn't quite 100%. Not sick, just a little off. I talk about running a bath at 4 in the afternoon, Japan's oidaki feature that keeps your bathwater warm for later, and somehow ending up on the topic of Kūkai, the Buddhist monk from my hometown in Kagawa who seems to be everywhere. No particular destination tonight. Just warmth, old stories, an...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I talk about finally getting a drum washing machine — warm, fluffy laundry straight from the dryer, and spending two and a half hours working just to keep up with it. Also, a robot vacuum that announces it's "returning to base" like it completed something very important in Japanese. Slow, soft Japanese for a quiet night. Relax and drift off with...

Tonight, I quietly talk about stepping out into the rain when you didn't really need to, a canelé shop that's only open on weekends, and a canelé worth walking in the rain for. Somewhere along the way, I end up thinking about Anpanman — a very cool bread character, and a bakery owner from my childhood who looked a little too much like someone from a cartoon. Slow, soft Japanese for a rainy...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share a winter day trip to the countryside with a friend — a plastic greenhouse by the sea full of oysters, an old couple at the next table who gave us candy on the way out, and a hot spring that sends a car to pick you up from the station. Somewhere in there, a yoga towel, a wooden plate, and milk after a bath even though I wanted something else. Slow, soft...

Tonight on うとうとtime, I talk softly about a gentle day — climbing a small nearby mountain, breathing in fresh forest air, listening to birds, and enjoying a peaceful view of the beach from above. I also share a quiet evening at home, cooking miso-glazed eggplant, organizing my kitchen, and finding comfort in simple, everyday moments. Relax with slow, soft Japanese as you drift into sleep 🌙✨...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share gentle moments from my new life — like finally settling into a new home, enjoying long relaxing baths, choosing furniture with care, and walking along a quiet coast near the sea. As I talk softly about warm water, a rocking chair, cooking at home, and finding peace in a calm neighborhood, let the slow rhythm of Japanese help you unwind and feel at ease...

Tonight, I quietly talk about my last day in Osaka. There was no sightseeing or special plan just familiar places, everyday routines, and a week spent looking back on ordinary life. I share small memories of shops I visited often, places where I felt comfortable being alone, and thoughts about why certain cities fit us at one time and not at another. 💌 Send a message to うとうとtime https://www.s...

Tonight, I gently talk about a really good day. I share small, comforting moments like eating freshly cooked rice in the morning, getting my hair cut, and enjoying South Indian food for dinner. I even talk about dosa… though I was so sleepy that I accidentally kept calling it “dosha.” 😌 Relax with slow, soft Japanese as I reflect on a calm, satisfying day — full of simple pleasures, quiet walks,...

Tonight, I quietly talk about visiting a nostalgic town near Osaka before moving away. I share gentle moments from my walk in Ikoma — climbing steep temple stairs, wandering around a large, unusual temple, seeing a small waterfall, and overhearing a simple, beautiful phrase: “Let’s buy this and eat it together.” There’s no clear goal, no rush — just slow thoughts, soft memories, and a sleepy refle...

In this episode of うとうとtime, I talk about feeling overstimulated after visiting a loud izakaya, and how breathing helps me slowly calm my mind before sleep. I also share quiet thoughts about growing in different directions from a friend, accepting change, and letting relationships gently shift over time. 💌 Send a message to うとうとtime https://www.sayurisaying.com/message-to-utoutotime/ 📝...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share gentle thoughts from a quiet day — like washing my duvet at a coin laundry, remembering old internet friends from the early days of social media, and ending the night with yoga and deep breathing. As I talk softly about fluffy bedding, mushrooms in a strange TV drama, nostalgic connections, and how yoga helps me feel more at home in my body, let the sl...

In this episode of うとうとtime, I talk about stepping away from my computer, taking a long walk around Osaka Castle Park, and gently relaxing my body with yoga at the end of a busy day. As the day slowly unwinds, I also share quiet thoughts about aging, enjoying time more slowly, and preparing for a yoga journey in India. Listen to soft, natural Japanese and let your mind relax as you drift towar...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share gentle moments from visiting a friend’s old Japanese house — like meeting happy chickens, seeing a natural garden grow freely, and imagining a slower, more grounded life. Relax with slow, soft Japanese as you drift into sleep. Perfect for easing your mind, winding down after a busy day, and enjoying calm Japanese listening before bed. 🌙✨ 💌 Send a me...

In this gentle bedtime episode of うとうとtime, I talk softly about visiting my parents’ home and spending quiet time with family. I share mixed feelings comfort and ease, but also a little tension that comes from being with family you don’t see often. I talk about my nephew growing up, shopping together, helping my parents with everyday things, and simply being together without needing much conve...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share gentle moments found in the middle of a busy city like discovering hidden cafes in old houses, sitting quietly by a small garden and a kotatsu, and finding calm places where time seems to slow down. I talk softly about peaceful cafes with bookshelves, handmade furniture, quiet customers, and soothing sounds like flowing water from an aquarium. These ar...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share a calm day filled with gentle moments — like visiting traditional sake breweries, enjoying good food with a quiet friend, and spending a peaceful day at home to rest and recharge. After a socially full day, this episode reflects on the comfort of silence, shared meals without many words, and the soft relief of returning home. I also talk about simple j...

Tonight’s episode is full of “coming home” feelings. After a busy business trip, I return to my apartment, try out a brand new foldable mattress, and even do a big room rearrange to create a calmer, cozier space. I also open a special package from a friend in Fukuoka: thoughtful books, a handwritten letter, and snacks that warm my heart. We’ve been mailing books back and forth, sharing our thought...

In this sleepy episode, I talk about a peaceful night walk around Osaka Castle — from accidentally waiting at different Starbucks, to sipping a warm drink, to strolling under soft city lights. We chat about friendship, small joys, and the quiet comfort of living in Japan. Relax, unwind, and fall asleep to gentle Japanese. 🌙✨ 💌 Send a message to うとうとtime https://www.sayurisaying.com/message-...

In this cozy episode of うとうとtime, I share a gentle midday break — like eating half-and-half pasta at a tiny family-run Italian restaurant, enjoying the sunshine in a rose garden, and watching friendly dogs stroll through the park. 💌 Send a message to うとうとtime https://www.sayurisaying.com/message-to-utoutotime/ 📝 ご感想や、話してほしいテーマがあれば、 ウトウトしながらでも大丈夫なので、送...