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Coffee Break with Noriko - Real Talk & Daily Thoughts 6

· 25 min

Episode Coffee Break with Noriko - Real Talk & Daily Thoughts 6

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Substack Project https://nihongostorytime.substack.com/

Summaryこのポッドキャストでは、2026年の新年の挨拶から始まり、冬休みの旅行で訪れたウィーンとプラハの魅力について語ります。また、スロースタートについて、書くことや読書の価値についても触れています。

In this episode, Noriko reflects on starting 2026 with a slow and intentional pace. Instead of rushing into routines, she chooses rest, reflection, and space. She shares memories from her winter trip to Vienna and Prague, describing their history, Christmas markets, and atmosphere. Noriko also talks about reassessing where to spend her energy this year—stepping back from Instagram while focusing more on writing, journaling, and reading. The episode encourages listeners to move at their own pace, enjoy learning, and value what feels meaningful.

🔑 キーワード語彙リスト(10語)

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スロースタート slow start; easing into something

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伝統習慣(でんとうしゅうかん) personal tradition; customary habit

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余白(よはく) mental space; margin; breathing room

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雑談(ざつだん) casual chat; small talk

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余韻(よいん) lingering feeling; afterglow

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ピークシーズン peak season; busiest travel period

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歴史の厚み(れきしのあつみ) depth of history; historical richness

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ロマンチックな雰囲気 romantic atmosphere

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力を抜く/力を入れる to ease off / to focus energy on

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ジャーナリング journaling; reflective writing

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