Learn Japanese from the News — Season 1, Episode 8: Japan Tops Ranking of Tourism Destinations for First Time
News, Talk • 10 min • 4 seasons, 67 episodes
Episode synopsis
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 World Economic Forum. In recent years, Japan has been working to increase multilingual signage and provide more resources for international travelers, especially in the run-up to the recent Tokyo Olympics. We learn some useful phrases for getting around town and share some sightseeing tips.
About Learn Japanese from the News
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.
More episodes from Season 1
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- E2People in Japan Donate 4 Billion Yen to Ukraine through Embassy
- E3Sightseeing Route Reopens in Owakudani Hakone
- E4Researchers Develop Plastic That Decomposes After Use
- E5International Organization Formed to Fight Manga, Anime Piracy Sites
- E6Frequent “Anomalous” Rainfall in Japan Caused by Rising Temperatures
- E7Bystanders Use AED to Save Girl Who Suddenly Collapsed at Gym
- E9More Convenience Stores Offering Prescription Medication Pickup Service
- E10How to Prevent Heatstroke and Save Electricity on Air Conditioning
- E11“Don't Drink and Drive” Applies to Electric Scooters
- E12Japan Aims to Restore International Student Numbers to Pre-Pandemic Level
- E13New Services Bring Overgrown Produce to Market