🎙️ The Story Behind Osaka’s Culture
✨ Short Description
In this episode, I talk about how Osaka’s unique character was shaped through history — from “the City of Water,” to “the Nation’s Kitchen,” and finally to its famous comedy culture.
✍️ Episode Details
I explain why Osaka became a major center of trade, how waterways supported its growth, and how merchant culture helped create today’s comedy culture.
📝 Vocabulary Guide
商売 — しょうばい — shōbai — commerce / business
特徴 — とくちょう — tokuchō — characteristic / trait
運河 — うんが — unga — canal
発展 — はってん — hatten — development
雰囲気 — ふんいき —fun iki — atmosphere
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🎧 About Noa JP Radio
Noa JP Radio delivers real Japanese through natural stories and culture.
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