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Fluent Fiction - Japanese
FluentFiction.org
302 episodes
9 hours ago
Are you ready to supercharge your Japanese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.

Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Japanese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Japanese and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension.

But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

And our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who want to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Japan? Maybe you want to speak Japanese with your friends from Tokyo? Our podcast will give you the cultural and linguistic background to fully immerse in Japanese.

Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to provide the most effective method for mastering Japanese listening comprehension. Don't miss this opportunity, give our podcast a try and see the results for yourself.

今日から私たちの日本語のストーリーであなたのリスニング力を向上させましょう!
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Are you ready to supercharge your Japanese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.

Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Japanese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Japanese and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension.

But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

And our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who want to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Japan? Maybe you want to speak Japanese with your friends from Tokyo? Our podcast will give you the cultural and linguistic background to fully immerse in Japanese.

Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to provide the most effective method for mastering Japanese listening comprehension. Don't miss this opportunity, give our podcast a try and see the results for yourself.

今日から私たちの日本語のストーリーであなたのリスニング力を向上させましょう!
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Language Learning
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Friendship and Heritage: An Autumn Journey in Kyoto
Fluent Fiction - Japanese
14 minutes
1 week ago
Friendship and Heritage: An Autumn Journey in Kyoto
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Friendship and Heritage: An Autumn Journey in Kyoto
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-15-08-38-20-ja

Story Transcript:

Ja: 秋の京都、清水寺。
En: Autumn in Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera.

Ja: 赤や黄色の葉が境内を彩り、古い木造の建物がその上に優雅に立っている。
En: The temple grounds are adorned with red and yellow leaves, and the old wooden buildings stand gracefully above them.

Ja: 生徒たちのおしゃべりが空気を満たし、子供たちが無邪気に走り回っていた。
En: The chatter of students fills the air, and children are running around innocently.

Ja: その中に、静かな高校生、健太がいた。
En: Among them was a quiet high school student, Kenta.

Ja: 彼は歴史が好きで、特に自分の祖先の文化に興味を持っていた。
En: He liked history and was particularly interested in the culture of his ancestors.

Ja: 今日の目的地、清水寺で何かを感じたいと強く思っていた。
En: At today's destination, Kiyomizu-dera, he strongly wished to feel something special.

Ja: 健太の横には、友達のユキとアイコがいた。
En: Beside Kenta were his friends, Yuki and Aiko.

Ja: ユキは元気で冒険好き。
En: Yuki is energetic and loves adventure.

Ja: アイコはみんなをよく見て、時には仲裁役になる優しい子だった。
En: Aiko often watches over everyone and is a kind person who sometimes plays the peacemaker.

Ja: 「ねえ、あそこ見て!」ユキが叫んだ。
En: "Hey, look over there!" Yuki shouted.

Ja: 「すごく高い!あのバルコニーからの景色、きっと最高だよ。」
En: "It's so high! The view from that balcony must be amazing."

Ja: 健太は周りの賑やかさに少し疲れていた。
En: Kenta was a bit tired from the bustle around him.

Ja: 生徒たちの笑い声や足音が絶えなく、特別な静寂の時を探していた。
En: The constant laughter and footsteps of the students were overwhelming, and he was seeking a moment of special silence.

Ja: 彼はおそるおそる、グループから少し離れることにした。
En: He cautiously decided to distance himself a little from the group.

Ja: 「ちょっと、あっちの方を見てくるよ。」と声をかけて、彼は古い木製のバルコニーを目指す。
En: "I’m going to check out that area over there," he said, heading towards the old wooden balcony.

Ja: 静かな場所にたどり着いた健太。
En: Kenta found himself in a quiet place.

Ja: 紅葉が目の前に広がり、風が優雅に葉を揺らしている。
En: The autumn leaves spread out before him, and the wind gently ruffled them.

Ja: 彼はそこで深呼吸をし、心を落ち着ける。
En: He took a deep breath there, calming his mind.

Ja: 自分の家族の過去がここに繋がっているような気がした。
En: He felt a sense of connection to his family's past in this place.

Ja: その時、後ろから小さな足音が近づく。
En: Just then, small footsteps approached from behind.

Ja: 「ここにいたんだ。」ユキが笑顔で言った。
En: "There you are," Yuki said with a smile.

Ja: アイコも隣で微笑んでいた。
En: Aiko was also smiling beside him.

Ja: 「一人でいると思ったけど、やっぱり一緒がいいね。」
En: "I thought you might be alone, but it's better together, isn't it?"

Ja: ユキとアイコは何も言わず、健太の隣に座った。
En: Without saying anything more, Yuki and Aiko sat next to Kenta.

Ja: 言葉は必要なかった。
En: Words were unnecessary.

Ja: 静かな時間が流れ、三人は紅葉の美しさを共に感じた。
En: A tranquil moment flowed by, and the three of them shared the beauty of the autumn leaves.

Ja: 健太は思った。
En: Kenta thought to himself.

Ja: 過去に触れること、それは一人でやるものではないかもしれない。
En: Connecting with the past might not be something to do alone.

Ja: 友達と一緒にいることで、もっと豊かな経験になるのだと。
En: Being with friends could turn it into a richer experience.

Ja: 秋の風が優しく三人を包み込み、彼らの心を温かくした。
En: The gentle autumn wind enveloped the three of them, warming their hearts.

Ja: 健太はこれまで以上に、友達の大事さを感じた一日だった。
En: It was a day when Kenta felt the importance of friends more than ever.

Ja: 学校の行事も、友達がいれば特別になるのだ。
En: School events become special when you have friends by your side.


Vocabulary Words:
  • adorned: 彩り
  • chatter:...
Fluent Fiction - Japanese
Are you ready to supercharge your Japanese listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you.

Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in Japanese, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between Japanese and English.

This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension.

But we don't stop there. Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

And our podcast is not just for language learners, it's also for travelers or people who want to connect with their roots. Are you planning a trip to Japan? Maybe you want to speak Japanese with your friends from Tokyo? Our podcast will give you the cultural and linguistic background to fully immerse in Japanese.

Our podcast is based on the latest research in linguistics, sociolinguistics, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and education to provide the most effective method for mastering Japanese listening comprehension. Don't miss this opportunity, give our podcast a try and see the results for yourself.

今日から私たちの日本語のストーリーであなたのリスニング力を向上させましょう!