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You're so evil!
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Today is Setsubun, the 3rd of February, which means you throw beans at demons here in Japan.
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As we're making a mask.
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But we have a demon here already.
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Okay.
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Yeah, it works.
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There we go.
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I can't wear my glasses.
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That's how you know I'm not a demon.
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These are delicious.
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What a dad joke.
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Arrrr!
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Arrrr!
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What?
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I'm not eating!
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You eat it even!
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You eat it even!
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He was on it right away!
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Look at that!
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So I have to eat it facing south.
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That's the tradition.
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Or there's a lucky direction every year, isn't it?
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But I can't speak.
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So Dada will eat all of this.
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Itadakimasu!
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That was seriously so good.
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I want this.
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That's peach juice.
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Dan, you got a letter.
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Can I see what's inside?
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It's a letter.
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Someone wrote you a letter.
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This is so cute.
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Oh my gosh, so cute.
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But, Bernie.
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It's me.
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I'm at the airport.
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There are a lot of things to think about when you're traveling.
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Fun fact, one time I forgot to bring Bernie's bag to the airport.
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There's just a lot of things to think about.
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Saley is an eSIM service.
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electronic sim, you don't need to enter and put in a new sim card, you don't need to rent a Wi-Fi, that's for old people.
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Even the people that buy the eSIM when you land, like come on, you're not gonna want to do that.
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Set it up today, it takes 5 minutes, you land and you have internet before anyone else.
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As soon as I land, Quest appears about me, connect to internet.
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Already solved with sailing.
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It's one of those services that is so amazing, I'm so proud to be a sponsor.
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I actually meet you guys all the time here in Japan and you're like I'm using Saily I'm like good and then you're like it's really good and I'm like good I told you because if you use my code PewDiePie on checkout you get a discount Just look at that money go down pay less you're welcome now Saily has a VIP level you can sail extra hard with fast track built-in Airport lounge access and advanced security I myself have sailing set up for my next trip.
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Can you say the same link description?
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Thank you sail for sponsoring this video My son was like, oh it might snow today and I was like, there's no way I'm Swedish.
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I know if it will snow.
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We couldn't find Björn's gloves so he's using mine again.
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Yeah Björn!
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Yeah!
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Snow!
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Yeah!
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Can you believe?
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He is his dad's son after all.
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We are getting that one day of snow in Japan.
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It always happens once and we have an appointment in the city.
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We are in Daikayama.
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The house stuff is moving forward.
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Yeah, we're just looking at it in the kitchen today.
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Oh, you look so cute.
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It's so funny.
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Bjorn was insisting to bring the umbrella and I was like, no, no, no, we don't need the umbrella.
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You were right, Bjorn.
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You were right.
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But that's a Swede.
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You see it over there.
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You don't need umbrella.
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Come on.
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What are you saying?
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What are you saying?
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What are you saying?
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What are you saying?
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What are you saying?
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Wow, Japan in the snow is so beautiful.
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And look, there's a plum tree blooming almost.
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That's so amazing.
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Did you give water to Machi?
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Yeah, you're so thoughtful, Vian.
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You gave your water to the dogs.
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One more time.
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One more time.
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You're so sorry.
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No, no screaming.
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Did you see something?
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What was it?
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Vinny, can I film your scary face?
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Oh, so scary!
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Wow, we're in an art store in Shinjuku.
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I'm too old for Japan.
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Japan.
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A normal walk.
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Bjornie has a matching sweater.
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Yay!
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So cute.
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you're a little short he got it okay never mind Wow professional dog walker I have to go fast.
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That'll be my slow nap.
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Good job, baby.
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That's so cute.
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A hard pizza.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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I'm gonna make a fort.
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Oh, nice job of the pillows.
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Oh, cozy fort.
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.
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No.
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No.
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No.
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Ah!
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Ah!
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Ah!
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Ah!
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earphone dictates at their end behaviours dear Early February and things are starting to bloom already.
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It's so nice in Japan.
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This is the best.
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And you can wear a sweater and be out and it's just nice.
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I love it.
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And actual sun?
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Crazy.
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He is great!
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Yeah he is great!
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Yay!
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It's a sandwich but it kind of looks like a hamburger.
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Five hamburgers.
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Five hamburgers?
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Have you eaten five hamburgers?
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Five hamburgers.
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Five hamburgers.
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Five bucks.
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Oh, you know how to use the shoehorn.
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Maybe you can have that at first and then we do yours.
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We did it, Björn.
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Yeah.
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We're by the great big balls.
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Hey, Lusof.
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Well, we're going to Hakuba.
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It's kind of close where we went last time, but a little further up in the mountains.
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Last chance to see snow.
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Because it's going to get 22 degrees in Tokyo.
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Shouka Kaigi!
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Shouka Kaigi!
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Shouka Kaigi!
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Good job, man!
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Shouka Kaigi!
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Jose!
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Is that for me?
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Or is it yakisoba pan?
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Melon pan?
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Could I have a piece?
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Wow, thank you, Bjorn.
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You're so kind.
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It says 21 here.
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Well now it changed to 21.
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That's crazy.
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We're in the mountains and it's February.
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We were hoping to see snow.
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Are we even going to get any snow?
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So pretty.
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So pretty!
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Wow!
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So pretty!
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So pretty!
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Wow!
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Thank you!
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He's becoming a little servant!
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The little nosebleed as well.
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Geez.
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Yeah.
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Yeah.
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Yeah.
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Dirt tomorrow, girl.
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You nice and warm, Bian.
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You better not.
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Oh!
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Ah!
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so fast We are in a park here.
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Hakuba is super pretty.
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Really enjoying it so far.
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I realize how crazy my hair is.
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I feel like we're really getting the last bit of winter here.
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The snow is on its way out.
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A thing that we didn't realize is this is like Chinatown, but for Australians.
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Like it's like 90% Australians here.
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It's literally marked here, a scenic spot here.
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I mean, yeah, they're not wrong.
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We have to pay time!
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Good bye!
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Oh, baby!
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Oh, happy birthday, Eggie!
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Sixteen years, my old man!
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You remember seeing him on my channel when I first introduced you?
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You are such a crazy pup and look what a gorgeous old man you grow into, huh?
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Every definition certified best boy, I think, huh?
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We're so proud of you, Eggie.
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I like how much he hasn't realized what's going on.
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Okay, now she has to.
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I need to get real for a second.
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I have promoted NordVPN for years now.
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With a VPN is good, you should use it.
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But lately I'm becoming more tech savvy and I'm learning more about Linux and this kind of stuff.
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In your private Wi-Fi, your ISP knows exactly what you're doing.
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I don't think they should be doing that.
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And if you connect to a public Wi-Fi, it could have serious detrimental effects without a VPN.
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No one knows what you're doing but you.
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Context & Background

In this engaging video titled "Our Old Man Is Getting Old," the speaker provides a lively insight into a traditional Japanese festival called Setsubun. Setsubun is celebrated on the 3rd of February, marking the arrival of spring by casting beans to ward off demons, symbolizing the expulsion of evil spirits. The conversation highlights playful banter, family interactions, and the importance of traditions surrounding the holiday. The video also seamlessly transitions into a discussion about travel preparations, showcasing the bustling travel environment and the practicality of using modern technology to stay connected.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

Here are five useful phrases extracted from the video, perfect for enhancing your everyday English communication skills:

  • “Itadakimasu!” - This is a Japanese phrase said before meals, conveying gratitude for the food.
  • “Can I see what's inside?” - A polite way to ask for permission to look at something.
  • “There are a lot of things to think about when you’re traveling.” - A statement reflecting the complexities of travel planning.
  • “I forgot to bring [something] to the airport.” - Useful when discussing travel mishaps or concerns.
  • “You can prepare today.” - Encourages proactive action, a great phrase for planning ahead.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the shadowing technique and improve your speaking skills with this video, follow these steps:

  1. Watch the Video Once: Familiarize yourself with the overall context and tone of the dialogue. Pay attention to cultural references and humor.
  2. Listen Actively: Play the video again, this time focusing intently on the speaker's pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm. Take note of the phrases that stand out.
  3. Start Shadowing: Use the shadow speak technique by repeating phrases immediately after you hear them. This helps improve pronunciation and fluency.
  4. Practice with Pauses: Pause the video at key moments to practice repeating longer sentences or specific phrases. Ensure you mimic not just the words but also the emotions conveyed.
  5. Record Yourself: After practicing, record yourself speaking. Compare your pronunciation and pitch with the original speaker. This is crucial for your IELTS speaking practice as it helps identify areas for improvement.

Using an organized shadowing site can also enhance this exercise, allowing you to access a variety of dialogues and improve your speaking fluency through targeted practice. By following this structured approach, you'll be on your way to mastering English conversational skills while embracing cultural nuances.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

How to Practice Effectively on ShadowingEnglish

  1. Choose your video: Pick a YouTube video with clear, natural English speech. TED Talks, BBC News, movie scenes, podcasts, or IELTS sample answers all work great. Paste the URL into the search bar. Start with shorter videos (under 5 minutes) and content you find genuinely interesting — motivation matters.
  2. Listen first, understand the context: On your first pass, keep the speed at 1x and just listen. Don't try to repeat yet. Focus on understanding the meaning, picking up new vocabulary, and noticing how the speaker stresses words, links sounds, and uses pauses.
  3. Set up Shadowing mode:
    • Wait Mode: Choose +3s or +5s — after each sentence plays, the video pauses automatically so you have time to repeat it out loud. Choose Manual if you want full control and press Next yourself after each repetition.
    • Sub Sync: YouTube subtitles sometimes appear slightly ahead or behind the audio. Use ±100ms to align them perfectly so you can follow along accurately.
  4. Shadow out loud (the core practice): This is where the real work happens. As soon as a sentence plays — or during the pause — repeat it out loud, clearly and confidently. Don't just mouth the words: mirror the speaker's exact rhythm, stress, pitch, and connected speech. Aim to sound like a shadow of the speaker, not just a word-by-word recitation. Use the Repeat feature to drill the same sentence multiple times until it feels natural.
  5. Scale up the challenge: Once a passage feels comfortable, push your limits. Increase speed to <code>1.25x</code> or even <code>1.5x</code> to train high-speed language reflexes. Or set Wait Mode to <code>Off</code> for continuous shadowing — the most advanced and rewarding mode. Consistent daily practice of 15–30 minutes will produce noticeable results within weeks.

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