Pratique du Shadowing: 🌸 3 Days in Shizuoka: Mt. Fuji Views, Sakura Spots & Local Fish Market | Japan Spring Travel Vlog - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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Welcome to our series of Chasing the Sakuras across Japan.
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Welcome to our series of Chasing the Sakuras across Japan.
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If you're new here, hi, I'm Rei and my husband Eason planned this trip.
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In the last episode, we explored the quieter side of Nara and found one of its most beautiful sakura spots along the Saho River.
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In this episode, we're hopping on the bullet train to a place close to our hearts, Shizuka.
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It's always been special to us and we can't wait to take you along.
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Let's begin!
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It's day 8 of our spring trip in Japan and today we're leaving Kyoto to one of our favourite places, Shizuoka.
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Of course, no bullet train ride is complete without an akiben meal and snacks.
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Arriving at this station is always a thrill.
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You never know if Mount Fuji will reveal itself or stay hidden behind the clouds.
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And once again, we got really lucky.
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Now first up, we're picking up our rental car and heading straight to our first sakura spot, Ryuganbuchi.
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Finding a car is the best way, in my opinion, to get around Shizuoka.
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And it's always magical.
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Are you ready for this breathtaking first spot?
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Welcome to Rugenbuchi.
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The river here flows from Mount Fuji's watershed, giving it crystal clear waters.
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Let's go through this flower tunnel for the view on the other side.
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I love how the cherry blossoms, yellow ripsick flowers, the gentle stream and Mount Fuji all come together.
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It's just so picturesque and peaceful.
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Many families were out here enjoying the scenery and the weather couldn't have been better.
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We came in the afternoon but mornings are said to be better if you want to catch Fuji sun.
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By now, we were getting a little thirsty.
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But no problem, our next spot is just nearby and it has a cosy cafe with beautiful sakura views.
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And we're here at our second spot, a hilltop park overlooking Fuji City.
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By this time, Mount Fuji was already hiding behind the clouds but this latte, the view and cherry blossoms made up for it A A local Sakura festival was happening at the park.
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Families were here picnicking, enjoying food trucks and watching performances.
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It had such a warm, joyful community vibe which we loved.
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After exploring the park, we couldn't resist joining the festivities.
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We got a few snacks from the food trucks, enjoyed some people watching along with the evening breeze.
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It was the perfect way to end our first day in Shizuka.
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Day 2 in Fuji city is looking gloomy.
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The forecast says zero visibility for Mount Fuji, but I've got a feeling we might get lucky.
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For now, we're switching gears.
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Time to check out one of Shizuka's best things, fresh seafood.
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Let's hit the fish market.
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Our next stop is Shizuka's local fish market, and this place is known as the Kitchen of the Sea, where you can find some of the freshest seafood straight from Japan's deepest bay.
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From rich maguro to delicate shirasu and seasonal sakura abbey, this place captures the taste of Shizuka's waters.
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We came here for lunch and had a fresh sashimi rice bowl which honestly hit the spot.
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Can we catch lobster?
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After lunch, we wandered around the market.
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They had stalls selling everything from Shirasu which is white bait to Sakura Abbey which are this tiny pink shrimp that Shizuka is famous for.
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We even picked up some dried goods to bring home.
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I was still secretly hoping Mount Fuji would show up.
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But we decided to continue driving around and stop by this viewpoint called Sata Pass.
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It's actually a really famous spot, even featured in old Japanese artwork from the Edo period.
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Surprisingly, we had the whole place to ourselves.
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It was peaceful and beautiful, but we didn't dare go too far.
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There were bare warnings everywhere.
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As we left, the weather started to turn a warmer colour and I had a feeling that Mount Fuji would appear in spite of the day's forecast.
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And guess what?
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Before our next stop, we grabbed some refreshments from 7-Eleven and honestly, Konbini stores in Japan never disappoint.
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We're back at this special spot, the place where we took some of our favourite photos during our first trip to Japan.
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It feels really sentimental being here again, sharing another moment with Fujisan.
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It was worth believing that the mountain will show up in spite of the odds.
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What a day.
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It is called a It's our last day here and we decided to wake up early to soak in a few more moments in town before catching the Shinkansen to Osaka.
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We're heading to another sentimental spot A peaceful place where you can see Mount Fuji, the sunrise and the sea Thank you.
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The view of Mount Fuji didn't last long but it was enough to make waking up early so worth it Before our next Sakura stop we're grabbing a quick coffee to start the day right.
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We made it to our final stop in this town, a beautiful park and shrine surrounded by sakura trees.
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On a clear day, you can actually see Mount Fuji framed right behind it making it one of the most iconic photo spots in shizuka even though mount fuji was shy today the beauty of the place still stood out there was a nice breeze blowing petals around us and that was really lovely And he doesn'tYou have to take some money to come I am gute Rarely Gorham Temple With our time in Shizuka coming to an end, we returned the car and boarded the Shinkansen to Osaka, the final stretch of our spring journey.
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Tonight's plan is simple.
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Unwind, watch the sunset and take in the energy of Dotonbori.
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It's really such a contrast from the peaceful days that we just had.
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we start A precisa in Engen-Hodow certified mess I don't think I would tell you that you will be using all ice cream Google D Thanks for joining us on our adventure through Shizuka.
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Up next, we'll be exploring one of Japan's biggest sakura festivals.
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Thank you so much for watching We'll see you in the next one

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice English speaking skills through a travel vlog that explores the beautiful sights and cultural experiences in Shizuoka, Japan. The video highlights stunning cherry blossom spots, delicious local seafood, and iconic views of Mount Fuji. By engaging with this content, you will enhance your vocabulary related to travel, nature, and everyday activities. You will also develop your ability to comprehend and express experiences in English, making your speech more fluent and natural.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Sakura - Cherry blossoms, which are a significant aspect of Japanese culture, especially during spring.
  • Ekiben - A boxed meal sold at train stations in Japan, perfect for travelers.
  • Bullet train - A high-speed train service in Japan, ideal for quick transportation between cities.
  • Fish market - A marketplace where various types of fresh seafood are sold.
  • Viewpoint - A location that offers a good perspective of a particular scene, such as a mountain or cityscape.
  • Picnic - A meal eaten outdoors, often enjoyed in parks and during festivals.
  • Fresh seafood - Seafood that is caught and sold soon after, usually ensuring better taste and quality.
  • Sunrise - The time in the morning when the sun begins to rise, creating beautiful landscapes.

Practice Tips

To improve your English speaking skills through this lesson, consider using a shadowing app or a shadowing site, which allows you to listen to the video while repeating what you hear, mimicking the pronunciation and intonation. This technique, known as shadow speech, is especially effective for enhancing your fluency. Since the video progresses steadily, try to pair the moment you hear each phrase with your repetition. Start by listening to a sentence or two, pause the video, and then repeat what you heard aloud. Continue this process until you feel comfortable with the vocabulary.

Pay attention to the tone of the speakers; they often express excitement and joy when describing the beautiful views and delicious food. Capturing that emotion in your speech will add a level of authenticity to your English speaking practice. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don’t hesitate to repeat sections multiple times until you feel confident. This approach will not only improve your language skills but also make your conversations more engaging.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.

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