Kanji&Coffee
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 ☕️
Kanji&Coffee
【学】Wa vs. Ga? Ni vs. He? Japanese Particles Made Simple (+ Quiz!) | Japan Explained
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In 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 they’re used in everyday conversation, and how choosing the right particle can change the nuance of a sentence. We even have a small quiz in the end where you can try to make sentences together with Kade!
If you’ve ever wondered why Japanese needs so many particles, or which one you should use in different situations, this episode will make everything feel much simpler.
Grab a coffee and join us for another relaxed deep dive into everyday Japanese language and culture.