Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! In this episode, program host Akari will talk about herself, the self-introduction episode. 

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

Scripts and key vocabularies of this episode are here:
https://mochifika.com/podcast-script/slow-japanese-episode-1-about-me/

Slow Japanese

Episode #1 - About me

Hello everyone, today’s episode is based on the article titled:” YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou sparks investigation in Japan for 'dodging train fares and stealing food'” published on the Dailymail.

I’ll briefly mention the context and give my two cents on the matter. As usual, don’t hesitate to give me your feedback if you wish. Enjoy.

Useful Vocabulary:
To claim to do something
To be controlled
A controller
To get caught
To issue an apology
To be obnoxious
To be infuriated
Non-confrontational nature
To be thrilled
The etiquette
An ambassador


Let's check out the news

A youtuber tries to apologize for his behavior in Japan

请尝试听出  猴子 栗子 早上 晚上 高兴 三个 四个

hsk5 听后复述练习

成语 朝三暮四


The Little Prince meets a man who counts stars all day—but never enjoys them. 🌟

Listen in Farsi and learn words about work, greed, and what truly matters in life. ✨


Once Upon a Time

شازده کوچولو، فصل سیزدهم

In questo episodio inizierò a parlare di libertà finanziaria, sarà quindi una piccola introduzione dove verranno appunto introdotti alcuni concetti basilari come la mentalità e le credenze limitanti.

Il dolce far niente

5. Libertà finanziaria - mentalità e credenze limitanti

The most challenging part 2 questions are on describing an object, it is difficult to describe anything in most languages as we don´t get asked to describe things usually in day to day life. So this is a good lesson to learn vocabulary and practice describing things. This podcast is produced and written by me and read by my AI voiceovers.

IELTS Speaking Preparation

IELTS Part 2 Questions on Describing an Object

Here is an introduction to the typical Maltese delicacies (or not) that you can find around the island! Which item inspires you the most? Which one would you never eat?! 

Let's find out together! 

Introducing my country: MALTA 🇲🇹   ... What about yours?!

SAVOURY Foods around Malta 🇲🇹 

In this episode, we explore how music profoundly supports language learning by shaping memory, focus, and emotional engagement. Happy music increases dopamine, boosting motivation and vocabulary recall. Sad music deepens introspection, making grammar and writing easier to master. Neutral background music enhances attention for reading and listening. Steady rhythms improve fluency and pronunciation, while tempos around 60–80 BPM align with optimal brainwave states for learning. Finally, metronomes and chimes help structure study sessions and sustain focus. Music becomes not just background noise but a powerful partner in your journey to fluency.

💃🏻111 Tips for Learning a Language 

Tip 80 - The Soundtrack to Fluency: How 🎼Music🎼 can help you speak volumes in language learning

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wK0G8WyYbQlRx4_p5hzmb8B9Sx92lsXo/view?usp=drivesdk