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Learn Japanese Hot Topics at JapanesePod101.com! Setting aside the jokes for a few lessons, we turn to the serious subject of karōshi (death from overworking). Students are discussing the topic in their class and we’re going to listen in. This is quite a serious problem in Japan, but why? And is this problem unique to Japan? We’re introducing a lot of vocabulary in this episode, so we kept the grammar points simple: to wa, –o imi shimasu, which is used to give definitions in writing and formal situations; and nante, which means “things like” with a negative connotation. After listening, stop by JapanesePod101.com and be sure to leave us a post!
Learn Japanese with JapanesePod101.com! Today Miki is here to tell you about a book she read recently. Miki discusses the current situation in the Japanese workplace, which is slowly changing. Miki also tells you about nenkoujoretsu, a system of seniority in the workplace based on length of service, and she wants to know what you think. After listening, stop by and leave her a comment!
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Category: Upper Intermediate Lessons | 13 Comments »
Grammar: nante, to wa... o imi shimasu | Function: discussing current events, explaining things, giving definitions | Topic: business, death, dying, jobs, karōshi, work, working, workplace in Japan | Politeness Level: casual, Polite
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