• S1E2 - 銀行で: 新しい口座を開く
    Jun 19 2026

    Navigating your money in Japan? Learn essential Japanese phrases for banking and financial transactions with confidence! #JapaneseLearning

    Would you like to learn Japanese? In this episode we explore essential vocabulary and phrases, perfect for levels A1–A2! Learn with real examples and hands-on exercises.

    What you'll learn in this episode:
    - How to greet staff at a Japanese bank.
    - Phrases for opening a new bank account.
    - Key vocabulary for financial transactions like deposits and withdrawals.
    - Asking questions about banking procedures in Japanese.
    - Understanding basic bank forms and instructions.
    - Polite expressions for formal situations.

    ️ Tips for banking in Japan:
    - Always bring your passport and residence card when visiting a bank.
    - Be prepared for slightly longer waiting times compared to your home country.
    - Use polite language like "sumimasen" (excuse me) and "onegaishimasu" (please/I request) frequently.
    - Many banks have English-speaking staff or translation services, don't hesitate to ask.

    Ready to make your financial life in Japan smoother?
    Subscribe to Small Talk Café to learn Japanese naturally through real everyday stories:

    Best suited for:
    - Beginner Japanese learners (A1-A2).
    - Anyone planning to live or work in Japan.
    - Listeners who want to understand practical Japanese for daily life.
    - Those interested in improving their listening comprehension with natural dialogue.

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    5 mins
  • S1E1 - パン屋さん: クロワッサンをください!
    Jun 18 2026

    Craving delicious Japanese? Learn how to order your favorite pastries at a bakery in Japan! Improve your Japanese today!

    Would you like to learn Japanese? In this episode we explore essential vocabulary and phrases, perfect for levels A1–A2! Learn with real examples and hands-on exercises.

    What you'll learn in this episode:
    - How to ask for items at a Japanese bakery
    - Common bakery vocabulary in Japanese
    - Phrases for quantities like "one" or "two" in Japanese
    - Understanding simple questions from shop staff
    - Using polite requests like "ください" in Japanese
    - Cultural insights into Japanese bakery shopping

    ️ Tips for At the Bakery:
    - Practice saying "これください" (kore kudasai - "this, please") for items you point to.
    - Learn numbers 1-10 to order quantities easily.
    - Don't be afraid to ask "これは何ですか?" (kore wa nan desu ka? - "What is this?").
    - Smile and use "ありがとうございます" (arigatou gozaimasu - "thank you very much").

    Ready to make your next trip to Japan even more delicious?
    Subscribe to Small Talk Café to learn Japanese naturally through real everyday stories:

    Best suited for:
    - Beginners (A1-A2) eager to use Japanese in real-world situations.
    - Learners who enjoy immersive storytelling and practical language practice.
    - Anyone planning a trip to Japan and wanting to navigate daily interactions.
    - Listeners who want to expand their everyday Japanese vocabulary.

    #LearnJapanese #JapanesePodcast #LanguageLearning #JapaneseA1 #BeginnerJapanese #JapaneseForBeginners #AtTheBakery #EverydayJapanese #SmallTalkCafe #JapaneseImmersion #JapaneseListening #JapaneseFood #JapanTravel #BakeryLife #TokyoBakery

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    5 mins