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Story Relay 物語リレー

📅 Wednesday 21 October 2026

Build a story together, then read it as a group — all in Japanese.

We start from a picture and take turns adding one sentence each, growing the story together. Once we've got enough, I'll turn it into an illustrated Storybook live — then we finish by reading the story together as a group.

  • Date: Wednesday 21 October 2026
  • Level: Upper Beginner and above — if you can roughly follow my Nihongo Storytime podcast, you're ready. More advanced speakers welcome too, just come ready to slow down and keep it simple so everyone can join in.
  • Language: Run entirely in Japanese
  • Length: 45 minutes
  • Price: £7

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📘 Let's Read a Japanese Novel — Together

Thinking about reading a Japanese novel, but not sure if you're ready? You're not alone.

This private reading program is for learners who want to read calmly, slowly, and with support — no pressure, no rushing, no reading alone.

In each 50-minute session

We read together, learn natural expressions, talk about the story, and connect Japanese to your own thoughts — with gentle feedback.

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