I am a qualified Japanese teacher, career counselor and art teacher. For Japanese learners, or those who are interested in working in Japan or Japanese culture. I also talk about Osaka culture.


[Beginner Level] Interesting Japanese Not Taught In Schools About Japanese business culture, Japanese habits & Osaka

[Intermediate-Upper level] Interesting Japanese Not Taught In Schools About Japanese business culture, Japanese habits & Osaka

TOPIC: Where you live now.
QUESTION: Is it a good place for young people?

Answer Structure: 
Answer + Reason + Example

Answer: I live in Melbourne.
Opinion: Yeah, I think it’s a great place for young people.
Reason: There are lots of job opportunities, a lively nightlife, and plenty of parks and cafes to hang out in.
Example: For example, the city has tons of events and festivals throughout the year, so there’s always something fun going on.

IELTS SPEAKING TIPS and STRATEGIES

How to Answer Part 1 IELTS Speaking Question

Learn Three Sentences a Day：Day18
S52—S54

Master Mandarin Daily : Learn Three Sentences a Day!

Learn Three Sentences a Day：Day18

Christmas is more than a holiday, it’s a perfect time to learn English naturally. In this special episode of English Learners’ Boost, Teacher Ian explores how the Christmas season can help you improve your English through songs, movies, expressions, and simple reflections. Learn practical phrases, boost your confidence, and discover how emotions and real-life experiences make language learning easier and more meaningful. Relax, reflect, and let Christmas boost your English.

English Learner's Boost

Learn English This Christmas Season

日本では10月のことを「神無月（かんなづき）」と呼ぶことがあります。神社の数は（8万8千）はコンビニの数（5万5千）より多いのに、そこから神様はどこにお出かけなんでしょうか。実は島根（しまね）県に出雲大社（いずもたいしゃ）という、大きな神社があって、そちらでサミットのご予定なんです。あちらでは、超過密な「神在月（かみありづき）」、ホストの神様は大忙しです。ちなみに、この神様オオクニヌシは、ヘンリー8世 HenryVIII　みたいです。なぜでしょう？　答えは、聞いたらわかるよ。
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楽しみ方は⁠こちら⁠を見てください。
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じゃあ、またね。

すずまりの日本語「きき耳ずきん」S2

第12話　まもなく神様サミット（島根）

Aujourd’hui, je vous parle de 10 facteurs ou qualités nécessaires pour apprendre le français. Bonne écoute! 

French With Frederic

10 qualities needed for learning French

今天是中秋节，祝大家中秋节快乐！
我们这次也是看英国的新闻。有兴趣的同学可以点最下面的链接。

今日的生词：
逝世 shìshì
领袖 lǐngxiù
纷纷 fēnfēn
哀悼 āidào
二世 èr shì

来源：
https://www.bbc.com/zhongwen/simp/chinese-news-62846298

News with zhe

#04 英国女王逝世

Emma:
Do you need anything from the grocery store?

Tiam:
Yeah, my fridge is almost empty.

Emma:
Perfect! I need a few things too.

(They walk into the store.)

Tiam:
Wow, there are so many choices.

Emma:
Welcome to an American supermarket!

Tiam:
I was just looking for milk.

Emma:
What kind? Whole milk, low-fat, oat milk, almond milk...?

Tiam:
(Laughs) I had no idea there were so many!

Emma:
You'll get used to it.

Tiam:
I also need eggs, bread, and fruit.

Emma:
The fruit section is over there.

Tiam:
These strawberries look really fresh.

Emma:
They do. I'm getting some too.

(A few minutes later.)

Tiam:
Do I need to bring my own shopping bag?

Emma:
Some people do, but the store also has bags.

Tiam:
Good to know.

(At the checkout.)

Cashier:
Hi! Did you find everything you were looking for?

Tiam:
Yes, thanks.

Cashier:
Would you like a receipt?

Tiam:
Yes, please.

(Outside the store.)

Emma:
That was easy.

Tiam:
Thanks for helping me. I learned a few new words today.

Emma:
Next time, you'll be the shopping expert.

Tiam:
We'll see about that!

New Words
Word	Definition
Grocery store	A store that sells food and household items.
Fridge	A refrigerator where food is kept cold.
Choice	One option from several possibilities.
Whole milk	Milk with its natural fat.
Oat milk	A plant-based milk made from oats.
Almond milk	A plant-based milk made from almonds.
Fresh	Recently picked or made; not old.
Receipt	A paper showing what you bought and how much you paid.
Checkout	The place where you pay for your shopping.
Shopping bag	A bag used to carry groceries home.
Useful Phrases
Phrase	Meaning
My fridge is almost empty.	I don't have much food left.
I'll get used to it.	It will become normal with time.
Good to know.	That's useful information.
Did you find everything?	A common question from store employees.
We'll see about that!	I'm not sure yet, but maybe.
I had no idea.	I didn't know that before.
Pronunciation Focus
Receipt

Pronunciation: /rɪˈsiːt/


English Conversation Practice_ 10-Day Challenge

Episode 4: Grocery Shopping 🍎🥬

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