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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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S1E1 JAP/ENG Bilingual Friends 語 | Sakura, Gardens & Manga
Send a textThis is our new unscripted conversation format where we chat naturally and switch between Japanese and English in real time. Whenever one of us speaks, we repeat the same idea in the other…
S1E11 Wabi-Sabi! What Does It Really Mean? | Episode 11
Send a textWhat exactly is wabi-sabi — and why is it so hard to explain?In this episode, we explore the Japanese idea of wabi-sabi and why it doesn’t translate neatly into English. We talk about…
S1E10 Respect in Japan! More Than Just Keigo? | Episode 10
Send a textWhen people think about respect in Japan, they usually think about keigo — polite and formal Japanese. But is respect really just about using the right grammar?In this episode, we talk…
S1E9 Valentine’s Day in Japan! Only Girls Give Chocolate?! | Episode 9
Send a textValentine’s Day in Japan can feel completely backwards compared to Western countries — here, girls are usually the ones giving chocolate to boys. In this episode, we talk about why this…
S1E8 Chopsticks Manners! Dos, Don’ts & Hidden Rules | Episode 8
Send a textIn this episode, we talk about chopsticks in Japan and the little rules that surprise a lot of foreigners. From simple manners to big “don’ts” connected to funerals, we break down what’s…
S1E7 Japanese Filler Words! Eeeeeee? Etto, Ano & More | Episode 7
Send a textIn this episode, we talk about Japanese filler words — the little sounds and words people use when they’re thinking, reacting, or keeping a conversation flowing. You hear them all the time…
S1E6 Japanese Food & Meals! Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Raw Eggs? | Episode 6
Send a textIn this episode, we chat about Japanese food the way people actually eat it — from everyday breakfasts and lunch sets to what dinner usually looks like at home or when eating out.We talk…
S1E5 Japanese Onomatopoeias Explained! "Sarasara" vs. "Zarazara" | Episode 5
Send a textIn this episode, we dive into the colorful world of Japanese onomatopoeias — words that describe sounds, textures, and even feelings in a way English often can’t. From smooth and light to…
S1E4 Emotions in Japanese ♡ Ureshii, Kanashii, Dokidoki? | Episode 4
Send a textIn this episode of Kanji & Coffee, we talk about emotions in Japanese, focusing on everyday words like うれしい (ureshii), 怒る (okoru), and 悲しい (kanashii). We explore how these feelings are…
S1E5 New Year in Japan: Traditions, Customs, and Fresh Starts | Special Episode
Send a textIn this episode, we explore how New Year is celebrated in Japan and why it’s considered the most important holiday of the year.From hatsumōde to osechi and temple bells, we take a closer…
S1E4 What Makes Japanese Christmas Different? (Couples, Cake & KFC!) | Special Episode
Send a textIn this special Christmas episode, we look at how Japan celebrates the holiday in a completely different way from the West. From romantic Christmas Eve dates and strawberry shortcake…
S1E3 Wa vs. Ga? Ni vs. He? Japanese Particles Made Simple (+ Quiz!) | Episode 3
Send a textIn this episode, we break down some of the most confusing parts of Japanese grammar: particles. From は (wa) vs. が (ga) to に (ni) vs. へ (he), we explain what each one really means, how…
S1E2 Japanese Greetings Explained (Konnichiwa, Mata ne, Okaeri & More) | Episode 2
Send a textIn this episode, we take a closer look at some of the most common greetings in Japanese. From konnichiwa and ohayō to mata ne, okaeri, and more, we explore what these expressions really…
S1E1 Watashi? Boku? Omae? — The Many Ways to Say “I” and “You” in Japanese | Episode 1
Send a textIn our very first episode, we break down the many ways to say “I” and “you” in Japanese.From watashi, boku, and ore to anata, kimi, and omae, we explore what these pronouns really mean,…
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Kanji&Coffee has published 14 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Kanji&Coffee is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 48m.
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