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Kanji & Coffee is a relaxed, coffee-break podcast about language, culture, and life in Japan—brewed fresh every week.
Amber from Tokyo and Kade the expat chat about real Japanese and real experiences: subtle phrase nuances, word origins, everyday expressions, internet memes, and the kind of language you actually hear from people, not textbooks. Amber breaks down natural Japanese in an easy, approachable way, while Kade shares honest perspectives on moving to Japan and building a life here.
The conversations are slow, clear, and natural—easy to follow for Japanese listeners learning English, and perfect for English speakers who want to understand how Japanese is really used. Expect meaningful talks, cultural insights, bilingual moments, and plenty of “ohhh, that’s why” discoveries.
Grab a coffee and learn with us—one sip at a time ☕️
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【学】Are Yokai Good or Evil? | Japan Explained
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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AI | JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語 #7
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Mar 30, 2026 |
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Coffee | Bilingual Friends 語 JAP/ENG #6
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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Favorite tea | Bilingual Friends 語 JAP/ENG #5
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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【学】How to sound like a native Japanese | Japan Explained
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Mar 21, 2026 |
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Baki & Miyamoto Musashi | JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語#4
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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Train transfer | JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語 #3
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Exercise & Running | JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語 #2
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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【学】Spring in Japan: Sakura, Plum Blossoms & Surviving Pollen Season | Japan Explained
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Mar 06, 2026 |
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Sakura, Gardens & Manga | JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語 #1
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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【学】Wabi-Sabi! What Does It Really Mean? | Japan Explained
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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【学】Respect in Japan! More Than Just Keigo? | Japan Explained
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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【学】Valentine’s Day in Japan! Only Girls Give CHOCOLATE?! | Japan Explained
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Feb 09, 2026 |