Learn Japanese from the News (2022) Web Series — Cast, Story & Where to Watch | MovieLinkBD

Learn Japanese from the News (2022) is a news, talk web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Learn Japanese from the News online in HD.

Learn Japanese from the News — Storyline

Our new TV program helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news. You will learn not only Japanese expressions but also the latest situation of Japan.

Cast & Crew

• Starring: Chiara Terzuolo

Learn Japanese from the News — Series Details

Learn Japanese from the News — Episode Guide

Season 1

• E1: Age of Legal Adulthood to Be Lowered to 18 in April (2022-03-14) — This April, Japan's age of majority will be lowered from 20 to 18. Follow along as we listen to this news story in Japanese, study the word "otona" (adult), and learn about the com
• E2: People in Japan Donate 4 Billion Yen to Ukraine through Embassy (2022-04-04) — Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about people in Japan donating 4 billion yen (as of March 7) to Ukraine through its embassy in Tokyo. Our resident
• E3: Sightseeing Route Reopens in Owakudani Hakone (2022-04-18) — Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about the reopening of a popular nature trail in the Owakudani area of Hakone, a mountainous resort town with spect
• E4: Researchers Develop Plastic That Decomposes After Use (2022-05-02) — Plastic pollution in the ocean has become a global environmental concern. Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a new plastic developed by research
• E5: International Organization Formed to Fight Manga, Anime Piracy Sites (2022-05-16) — Internet piracy has become a major global issue. Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about copyright-protection groups and government agencies from 13
• E6: Frequent “Anomalous” Rainfall in Japan Caused by Rising Temperatures (2022-05-30) — An American scientific agency used AI to study Japanese precipitation data and found that the rising frequency of abnormal rainfall in Japan is mainly due to human-induced climate
• E7: Bystanders Use AED to Save Girl Who Suddenly Collapsed at Gym (2022-06-13) — Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a group of bystanders who used an automated external defibrillator (AED) to revive a young girl that suddenly
• E8: Japan Tops Ranking of Tourism Destinations for First Time (2022-06-27) — Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about how Japan has taken the top spot in a ranking of global travel destinations published every 2 years by the Wo
• E9: More Convenience Stores Offering Prescription Medication Pickup Service (2022-07-11) — Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about a new service that allows consumers to pick up prescription drugs at convenience stores. In response to the C
• E10: How to Prevent Heatstroke and Save Electricity on Air Conditioning (2022-07-25) — Japan is experiencing record-breaking heat, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in June for the first time in the country's recorded history. Follow along as we listen t
• E11: “Don't Drink and Drive” Applies to Electric Scooters (2022-08-08) — As the popularity of e-scooters grows, so are incidents of riding under the influence of alcohol. Follow along as we listen to a news story in simplified Japanese about police and
• E12: Japan Aims to Restore International Student Numbers to Pre-Pandemic Level (2022-09-05) — Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international students in Japan has been on the decline. Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about how th
• E13: New Services Bring Overgrown Produce to Market (2022-09-19) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about food vendors that have begun selling overgrown and misshapen vegetables that do not conform to market standards. Their
• E14: Earthquake Drill for International Residents Conducted in Plain Japanese (2022-10-03) — Join us as we listen to a story about a disaster drill where fire and police officials in Tokyo's Nakano Ward taught around 150 international residents about earthquake safety in p
• E15: Number of People Aged 100 and Over in Japan Tops 90,000 for First Time (2022-10-17) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about centenarians in Japan. This year the number of people aged 100 and over exceeded 90,000 for the first time, marking a r
• E16: Japan Compiles Measures for Potential Dual Outbreak of COVID and Flu (2022-10-31) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about measures the health ministry has compiled to prevent fever clinics from being overwhelmed this winter amid growing conc
• E17: Studies Underway to Reduce Salt While Maintaining Flavor (2022-11-14) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about new products being developed that can help people reduce their salt intake without compromising on flavor. The average
• E18: New Year's Greeting Cards Go on Sale in Japan (2022-11-28) — In Japan it is customary to send out New Year's postcards known as "nengajoo." Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about the greeting cards for the coming New Ye
• E19: Using Cameras to Detect Human Presence and Eliminate Accidents at Railway Crossings (2022-12-12) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about a new security system being introduced by a Japanese railway operator that uses AI and 3D camera imaging to detect huma
• E20: International Residents in Kagawa Experience the “Henro” Pilgrimage (2022-12-26) — Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about the Shikoku Pilgrimage, known as the "Henro" in Japanese. In November, international residents and others in Kagawa Pre

Season 2

• E1: Safety Tips for Driving in Snowy Conditions (2023-01-23) — Last month (December 2022) record snowfall blanketed Niigata Prefecture, leaving hundreds of cars stranded. Join us as we listen to a story in simplified Japanese about driving saf
• E2: Japan Post to Start Delivering Letters and Packages by Drone as Early as Fiscal Year 2023 (2023-02-06) — Last December, Japan revised its civil aeronautics law to permit drone flights over residential areas beyond the visual light of sight. Join us as we listen to a news story about a
• E3: Japan to Downgrade COVID Classification on May 8 (2023-02-20) — Join us as we listen to a news story about how Japan's government has decided to downgrade the legal status of COVID-19, which is currently classified as equivalent to Category 2,
• E4: Pollen Levels in Tokyo This Spring Projected to be Fourth Highest on Record (2023-03-06) — Hay fever season has arrived in Japan. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government forecasts that the amount of pollen in the air this spring will be 2.7 times more than last year. They say
• E5: Justice Ministry Proposes Changing Law to Discourage "Kirakira Names" (2023-03-20) — The topic of "kirakira neemu," a term that refers to unconventional given names in Japan, has sparked debate in recent years. In an effort to streamline the digitization of adminis
• E6: Cyclists Required to Make Effort to Wear Helmet Starting April (2023-04-03) — Join us as we listen to a news story about how all bicycle riders must make an effort to wear a helmet starting April. Currently, the law only requires that guardians try to ensure
• E7: New Service Makes It Easy for International Residents to Open Bank Accounts on Smartphone (2023-04-17) — Complicated procedures and the language barrier can make it difficult for non-Japanese residents to open bank accounts. We listen to a news story about a new service that allows in
• E8: New Evacuation Plan Aims to Leave No Person Behind in the Event Mt. Fuji Erupts (2023-05-01) — Mount Fuji is a popular tourist spot known for its scenic beauty, but what many international visitors don't realize is that it's actually an active volcano. Follow along as we lis
• E9: Train Fares to Go Up by 10 Yen to Improve Station Accessibility (2023-05-15) — On March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station
• E10: New System to Allow Dynamic Pricing for Taxis (2023-05-29) — We listen to a news story about how Japanese taxi companies will now be able to introduce dynamic pricing for certain offerings. Operators that apply with the transport ministry wi
• E11: New Multilingual Guide to Having a Baby in Japan (2023-06-12) — A Yokohama-based foundation that supports international residents in Japan has created a guide to help expectant parents understand childbirth and childcare in the country. It's av
• E12: Japan's Weather Agency to Forecast Linear Rainbands (2023-06-26) — Join us as we listen to a news story about so-called linear rainbands, which are areas of intense rainfall caused by rows of dense rain clouds. In May, the Japan Meteorological Age
• E13: Farmer Uses Ducklings to Grow Rice Without Chemicals (2023-07-10) — Follow along as we listen to a news story about a farmer in the town of Iinan in Shimane Prefecture who grows rice without the use of chemicals, thanks to the help of aigamo duckli
• E14: Japan Bans Trade of Invasive Crayfish and Turtles (2023-07-24) — Follow along as we listen to a story about invasive alien species. Starting June 1, Japan has banned the import and sale of red swamp crayfish and pond slider turtles, two non-nati
• E15: Japan to Expand Eligibility for Skilled Worker Status (2023-08-07) — The government has expanded eligibility for the Specified Skilled Worker No. 2 status of residence from 2 industries to 11. The status allows foreign nationals to work virtually in
• E16: Japan to Issue Redesigned Banknotes in July 2024 (2023-09-04) — Starting next July, the government will issue redesigned banknotes in three denominations: 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen and 1,000 yen. The bills will incorporate updated security features
• E17: Swordsmith Forges Sacred Blade for Shrine Deity (2023-09-18) — In August, a shrine in Okayama Prefecture held an event showcasing the quenching process of a Japanese sword, which produced a "hamon" pattern along the edge of the blade. The item
• E18: Police Warns Public About "Dark" Part-Time Jobs (2023-10-02) — "Yami-baito" are shady part-time jobs that lure applicants in with the promise of high pay and coerce them into being complicit in crimes such as fraud and robbery. The National Po
• E19: Cooking Site Compiles Recipes for Disaster Preparedness (2023-10-16) — September 1 is Disaster Prevention Day in Japan, and to mark the occasion a cooking site has compiled recipes designed for sheltering in place during an emergency, when access to u
• E20: Railway in Gifu Launches New Food Model-Themed Train (2023-10-30) — In August, Nagaragawa Railway in Gifu Prefecture started running a theme train decorated with plastic food models made locally in Gujo City. It's currently scheduled to run until A
• E21: Miyajima Island Introduces 100 Yen Visitor Tax (2023-11-13) — We listen to a news story about a new 100 yen visitor tax introduced in October by the island of Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. City officials expect this tax to generate 104 mi
• E22: More Security Firms Utilizing Drones and Robots (2023-11-27) — Amid a growing labor shortage, Japanese security firms are investing in the development and deployment of autonomous drones and robots. Join us as we listen to this story in Japane
• E23: Smartphone-Based Digital Business Cards on the Rise (2023-12-11) — More companies are launching digital business card services, which allow users to easily exchange professional information with their smartphones instead of with conventional paper
• E24: New Anime Center Opens in Tokyo (2023-12-25) — Anime Tokyo Station, a new facility dedicated to showcasing Japanese animation to a global audience, opened in the Ikebukuro district of Tokyo on October 31. It boasts an archive o

Season 3

• E1: Japanese Firms Showcase New Tech at COP28 (2024-01-22) — This time we feature a news story about the climate conference COP28 in Dubai, where countries showcased their decarbonization efforts. 14 Japanese firms participated and exhibited
• E2: Dog Parade Marks 100 Years Since Birth of Hachiko (2024-02-05) — On December 2, an event was held to celebrate 100 years since the birth of the ever-faithful Hachiko. About 40 Akitas and their owners gathered from around the country and set out
• E3: Quake Causes Ground Upheavals Along Noto Peninsula (2024-02-19) — Following the recent Noto Peninsula earthquake, researchers conducted a survey of the peninsula's coastline. In hard-hit Wajima City, they found that a breakwater had been pushed u
• E4: Japan Plans to Open Day Care Centers to All Children (2024-03-04) — Japan plans to widen access to day cares to all children, regardless of whether their parents or guardians work or not. Starting FY 2024, the government will conduct a trial in aro
• E5: Test Ride Event Held for Hokuriku Shinkansen Extension (2024-03-18) — On March 16, the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line will start operating between Kanazawa Station in Ishikawa Prefecture and Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture. A public preview event was h
• E6: Lunar Probe Lands Within 100 Meters of Target (2024-04-01) — In January, Japan successfully landed an unmanned space probe on the moon. Japan's space agency JAXA said that SLIM touched down 55 meters east of the target site, achieving the wo
• E7: Japan Facing Shortage of Volunteer Firefighters (2024-04-29) — Local fire corps played an active role in rescues and evacuations during the Noto Peninsula earthquake this past January, and their efforts were a reminder of the important role th
• E8: New AI-Powered System Helps Customers Find Lost Items (2024-05-13) — More and more Japanese railway companies are introducing an AI-powered search system that makes it easier for customers to recover items that they lost or left behind on trains or
• E9: Many in Japan Eager to Help Quake-Hit Taiwan (2024-05-27) — After a major earthquake struck Taiwan in early April, there were calls in Japan for donations to help Taiwanese people. The keyword on social media was "ongaeshi," the idea of rep
• E10: Yamanashi to Charge Mt. Fuji Climbers ¥2,000 Toll (2024-06-10) — Starting July, all climbers who ascend Mt. Fuji from the Yamanashi Prefecture side will be charged a 2,000-yen toll. It is part of a new set of measures aimed at encouraging proper
• E11: Historic Gifu Castle Recreated in the Metaverse (2024-06-24) — The city of Gifu in central Japan has brought iconic Gifu Castle to the metaverse, recreating it as it was during the time of warlord Oda Nobunaga. Follow along as we listen to the
• E12: Firms Develop Mosquito Spray to Fight Dengue Fever (2024-07-08) — With dengue fever spreading in Southeast Asia and elsewhere, two Japanese manufacturers of household goods have jointly developed a new mosquito spray. It's designed to saturate th
• E13: Saku City in Nagano Encouraging "Dual Residency" (2024-07-22) — Amid the rise in remote working, Saku City in Nagano Prefecture is aiming to attract new residents. They've started a system to subsidize transportation costs for those living and
• E14: Oppenheimer's Grandson Warns About Nuclear Weapons (2024-08-05) — Charles Oppenheimer, the grandson of the creator of the atomic bomb, spoke at a news conference in Japan, stressing that we should never use the bombs again. We listen to the news
• E15: Torrential Rain Causes Flooding at Subway Station (2024-09-30) — In late August, torrential rainfall in central Tokyo caused rainwater to gush down entrances at Ichigaya subway station and flood the interior. Near Shinjuku Station, water erupted
• E16: Abacus Math Contest Tests Speed and Accuracy (2024-10-14) — An abacus and mental arithmetic competition was held in Okayama Prefecture in late August. In the "Flash Anzan" event, 15 sets of three-digit numbers were flashed consecutively on
• E17: Shinjuku Ward Bans Public Drinking on Halloween (2024-10-28) — To discourage rowdy Halloween gatherings, Shinjuku Ward has banned street drinking in and around the Kabukicho district from the evening of Oct. 31 until the following morning. Las
• E18: Ig Nobel Prize Goes to "Butt-Breathing" Study (2024-11-11) — The Ig Nobel Prize is awarded to unique research that inspires laughter as well as reflection. This year, a research team led by Japanese professor Takebe Takanori received the phy
• E19: Nihon Hidankyo Member Speaks to High School Students (2024-12-09) — This year's Nobel Peace Prize is being awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization of atomic bomb survivors that has been campaigning for the abolition of nuclear weapons. T
• E20: New Year's "Lucky Bags" to Feature Food Staples (2024-12-23) — Japanese department stores have unveiled their lineups of "fukubukuro" lucky bags that they will offer for the New Year's holiday season. Amid rising prices, many will feature dail

Season 4

• E1: Traditional Japanese Brewing Recognized by UNESCO (2025-01-20) — In December 2024, UNESCO added Japan's traditional techniques for making sake, shochu and awamori to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Alcoholic drinks have long played a vita
• E2: Very Few Are Prepared for Nankai Trough Quake (2025-02-03) — In August 2024, Japan Meteorological Agency issued what it calls Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information, which is a bulletin about the possibility of a major quake occurring in
• E3: Railway Introduces Facial Recognition Boarding System (2025-03-17) — Amid growing inbound tourism, railway companies are introducing new services to ease congestion at ticket counters and ticket machines. We review the story and learn words such as

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does Learn Japanese from the News have? 4 season(s) with 67 episodes.

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