JLPT N5 : Japanese Podcast for Beginners - Meg’s Diary

<p><strong>Welcome to Meg’s Diary! 🍵</strong></p> <p>Hosted by Meg, a professional Japanese teacher, this podcast is perfect for learners at the <strong>JLPT N5 level</strong>.</p> <p>◇ Vocabulary and grammar are based on the <strong>GENKI 1 textbook</strong>.<br />◇ <strong>Extras for Patreon members:</strong> transcripts, vocabulary lists, and listening comprehension exercises – <a class="decorated-link" href="https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg">patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg<span class="ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none"></span></a><br />◇ New episodes release on the <strong>first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 a.m. JST</strong>.</p> <p>💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher?<br />Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg:</p> <p>・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓<br />・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced)<br />・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy</p> <p>👉 Book here: <a href="https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson">https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson</a></p> <p>I hope you enjoy the podcast and find it helpful for your Japanese studies!</p>

🍊 Ep.27 Japanese Grapefruit

🍊Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.27 Japanese Grapefruit In this episode, we talk about Japanese grapefruit 🍊 – its taste, season, and how to talk about fruits and food in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

09-15
05:05

🦝 Ep.26 Shigaraki Ware Racoons

🦝 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.26 Shigaraki Ware Racoons In this episode, we talk about Shigaraki Ware raccoons 🦝🏺 – a famous type of Japanese ceramic, its history, and how to talk about Japanese culture and crafts in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

09-01
04:49

🕊️ Ep.25 Pigeon-Shaped Cookies

🕊️Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.25 Pigeon-Shaped Cookies In this episode, we talk about pigeon-shaped cookies (Hato Sable) 🕊️🍪 – a famous Japanese dessert, its taste, and how to talk about sweets in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

08-18
05:26

🗿 Ep.24 The Great Buddha of Kamakura

🗿Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.24 The Great Buddha of Kamakura In this episode, we talk about the Great Buddha of Kamakura 🗿🇯🇵 – its history, size, and how to talk about sightseeing and landmarks in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

08-11
04:50

🏯 Ep.23 Kamakura – The First Capital of the Shogunate

🏯Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.23 Kamakura – The First Capital of the Shogunate In this episode, we talk about Kamakura, the first capital of the Shogunate 🏯🇯🇵 – its history, famous sites, and how to talk about travel and Japanese history in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

08-04
04:42

♨️ Ep.22 The Oldest Hot Spring in Japan

♨️Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.22 The Oldest Hot Spring in Japan In this episode, we talk about the oldest hot spring in Japan ♨️🏯 – its history, features, and how to talk about hot springs and travel in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

07-21
04:42

🍨 Ep.21 Warabi-mochi Sundae

🍨 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.21 Warabi-mochi Sundae In this episode, we talk about Warabi-mochi Sundae 🍡🍨 – a delicious Japanese dessert, how it’s made, and how to talk about sweets in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

07-14
04:22

🏠☕ Ep.20 Traditional Wooden Townhouse Cafe

🏠☕Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.20 Traditional Wooden Townhouse Cafe In this episode, we talk about visiting a traditional wooden townhouse cafe in Japan 🏯☕ – the architecture, atmosphere, and how to talk about cafes and food in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

07-07
04:22

🎓 Ep.19 My College Life in Kyoto

🎓Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.19 My College Life in Kyoto In this episode, we talk about my college life in Kyoto 🎓🏯 – daily routines, classes, and how to talk about your student life in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

06-30
04:32

🎨 Ep.18 Museum Visit

🎨Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.18 Museum Visit In this episode, we talk about visiting a museum in Japan 🖼️🏛️ – artworks, exhibits, and how to talk about art and museums in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

06-23
04:51

🏋️‍♀️ Ep.17 Exercising with YouTube

🏋️‍♀️Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.17 Exercising with YouTube In this episode, we talk about YouTube workouts 💪📺 – how to follow online exercise videos and how to talk about fitness in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

06-16
04:30

🗝️ Ep.16 Meg’s House Key

🗝️Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.16 Meg’s House Key In this episode, we talk about Meg's house key 🗝️🏠  Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

06-09
04:55

👟 Ep.15 Meg’s Running Shoes

👟Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.15 Meg’s Running Shoes In this episode, we talk about running shoes 👟🏃‍♀️ – types, buying tips, and how to talk about shoes in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

06-02
04:38

🍕 Ep.14 Meg’s Favorite Pizza

🍕Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.14 Meg’s Favorite Pizza In this episode, we talk about Meg's favorite pizza 🍕  Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

05-26
04:56

🌾 Ep.13 Rice Paddies

🌾Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.13 Rice Paddies In this episode, we talk about rice paddies in Japan 🌾🌱 – their scenery, farming, and how to talk about nature and agriculture in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

05-19
05:05

🌿 Ep.12 Japanese Pepper

🌿Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.12 Japanese Pepper In this episode, we talk about Japanese pepper (Sansho) 🌿🌶️ – its flavor, uses in Japanese food, and how to talk about ingredients in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

05-12
04:50

🎌 Ep.11 Holidays in Japan

🎌 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.11 Holidays in Japan In this episode, we talk about holidays in Japan 🎌🎉 – their traditions, celebrations, and how to talk about holidays in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

05-05
04:34

🍵 Ep.10 Matcha Sweets

🍵 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.10 Matcha Sweets In this episode, we talk about Meg's favorite Japanese matcha sweets 🍵🍰 Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

04-28
04:19

🌞 Ep.9 Enjoying Spring

🌞 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.9 Enjoying Spring In this episode, we talk about spring days in Japan 🌸🌞 – seasonal changes, activities, and how to talk about the spring season in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!

04-21
04:09

🪑 Ep.8 Getting a New Desk

🪑 Learn Japanese with Perfect Pitch Accent – Ep.8 Getting a New Desk In this episode, we talk about my new desk 🪑 – its features, how I use it, and how to talk about your own desk in Japanese! Learn vocabulary, grammar, and correct pronunciation from GENKI 1 (JLPT N5 / CEFR A1). ✅ Perfect pitch accent – speak authentic Japanese ✅ Patreon extras: vocabulary lists, furigana scripts, quizzes, answer keys, and photos 💬 Want to practice speaking Japanese with a certified teacher? Try a complimentary 20-min consultation with me, Meg: ・Master’s degree from Kyoto University 🎓 ・Advanced English qualifications (Eiken Grade 1 & Cambridge Advanced) ・Professional interpreter training at Simul Academy 👉 Book here: https://www.japanesewithmeg.com/privatelesson 🎧 Listen, read, and practice – all in one episode! Check out my Patreon for full access: https://www.patreon.com/JapanesewithMeg 💌 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate on Spotify!  

04-14
04:02

大和

素晴らしいです

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