Hosted by Amber & Kade · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 9 episodes
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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 ☕️
Amber & Kade hosts Kanji&Coffee, a society show with 9 episodes published.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of Japanese Yokai—mysterious creatures, spirits, and supernatural beings that have been part of Japan’s culture and folklore for centuries. From well-kno
Send us Fan Mail This is our 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 language and if we
Send us Fan Mail This is our 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 language and if we
Send us Fan Mail This 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 language — and
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a deeper dive into what really makes Japanese sound natural and why foreigners often sound a little off. Amber breaks down the rhythm, pitch, and intonation patterns that native
Send us Fan Mail This is our 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 language and if we
Send us Fan Mail This 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 language and i
Send us Fan Mail This 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 language — and
Send us Fan Mail Spring is one of the most iconic seasons in Japan. In this episode, we explore the difference between sakura and plum blossoms, why hanami is such a big cultural event, and how pollen allergies affect so
Send us Fan Mail This 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 language — and
Send us Fan Mail What 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 beauty in imperfec
Send us Fan Mail When 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 about when to use
Send us Fan Mail Valentine’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 tradition exists
Send us Fan Mail In 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 polite, what fee
Send us Fan Mail In 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 in real Japane
Send us Fan Mail In 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 about eating ha
Send us Fan Mail In 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 rough and heavy
Send us Fan Mail In 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 expressed in real
Send us Fan Mail In 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 look at the cus
Send us Fan Mail In 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 traditions to the fa
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