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Episode 75

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Episode 75
Cheap international calls, kanji efficiency, Japan’s stairs, and a helpful Word of the Day!

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🔴 Cheap Ways to Call Overseas from Japan Need to make international calls without breaking the bank? In this segment, I share some of the best, budget-friendly ways to call overseas from Japan, including apps, services, and other clever solutions to stay in touch with loved ones abroad.

🔴 The Convenience of Kanji Characters in Japanese Kanji may seem tricky, but they’re also incredibly efficient! I dive into the convenience of kanji characters in daily life, showing how a single symbol can communicate so much, especially compared to long strings of letters in other languages. This is one of the unique strengths of the Japanese writing system!

🔴 Are There More Stairs in Japan? Ever notice how many stairs there are in Japan? From train stations to temples, it seems like they’re everywhere. Today, I explore whether Japan really has more stairs compared to other countries, and why stairs are such a prominent feature in the urban and cultural landscape.

🔴 Word of the Day Today’s Word of the Day, how to use it, and why it’s a helpful word to know in your Japanese language journey.

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