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Hi, and welcome to another episode! I’m your host, Sayuri. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome back our special guest, Mr. Yukitsugu Masuda, Assistant Chief Concierge at The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka. In this second half of our conversation, we’re diving even deeper into what it truly means to deliver world-class hospitality. Mr. Masuda reminds us that it’s not just about what guests want but about understanding why they want it. That shift in perspective is what truly makes all the difference. こんにちは！S...

Hi, and welcome to another episode! Today, I’m absolutely delighted to have Mr. Masuda, Assistant Chief Concierge at The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka, joining us as our special guest. We’ll be diving into the kinds of services and experiences international guests are seeking when they visit Fukuoka — and exploring what it really means to deliver world-class hospitality. こんにちは！Sayuriです。本日は、「ザ・リッツ・カールトン福岡のアシスタントチーフコンシェルジュ益田千次（ゆきつぐ）さま」をゲストにお迎えしています。 🎧Podcast Vol205　【世界基準のホスピタリティ】 ザ・リッツ・カールトン福岡アシスタントチーフコ...

Today, I have a special announcement. I’m excited to share that I’ve recently been appointed as a volunteer Alumni Ambassador Japan for the University of Queensland! 🎉 After 12 years of running a global education company, I’ve come to see just how much untapped potential exists between Japan and Australia. If we can bridge cultural and language gaps, and encourage more exchange of people and ideas, I truly believe we can create more fulfilling lives—and a brighter future—for both countries. In t...

20年ぶりに福岡で一人暮らしをしていた時のお店へ。新旧混じり合う新しい福岡について、またご紹介します！　Been 20 years How are you enjoying your Spring? I just spent a lovely spring in my hometown, Fukuoka🌸 It was such a refreshing experience seeing how the old and new coexist so creatively in the city—I’d love to share more about it with you sometime soon. On the way to the airport, seeing the cherry blossoms in full bloom reminded me of 18 years ago, when my second son was born on a day just like that. Time flies—he’s now 18, and my older son is...

Welcome to the show! 🎉 Our podcast is all about shining your global identity and embracing who you are. Today, we’re diving into ‘The Science of Character Strengths’, exploring the 24 strengths that help us thrive in life and work. Let’s get started! 自分自身の特徴を生かすために、どのようなことを意識したらいいのでしょうか？ 前半のエピソードVol.201では全ての人に共通する普遍的な「6つの美徳」について、そして今回の後半のエピソードでは２４のキャラクターを一つずつ深く理解していきましょう！ 🎧Podcast Vol.202【心理学✖️２４の性質の意味は？】 強みを生かした幸せな子育て&キャリアのデザイン術② 〜Psychology × Character Strengths: Designing a Happy Parenting...

From Fukuoka Welcome to the show! 🎉 This month, we’re celebrating our 12th anniversary—thank you for being part of this journey! Our podcast is all about shining your global identity and embracing who you are. Today, we’re diving into ‘The Science of Character Strengths’, exploring the 24 strengths that help us thrive in life and work. Let’s get started! 皆さんこんにちは！3月〜4月にかけて、卒業や入学、就職や新しい土地にお引越しなど、日本では何かと新しい生活がスタートする時期ですね🌸 この新しいことがスタートする時期に、改めて自分自身の特徴や強みを見直してみるのもいいですね！サユリセンスも会社設立１２周年、心理学を取り入れてきたから...

Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode Vol. 200🥂🥂🥂 In Japan, the Kawazu cherry blossoms, one of the earliest blooming cherry trees, are in full bloom. Today, we’re diving once again into the 2025 Academy Awards—a night filled with unforgettable moments and inspiring speeches. Among them, one speech stood out: Adrian Brody’s heartfelt and powerful acceptance speech after winning the Best Actor Award for his incredible performance in Brutalist. In this episode, we’ll break down his speech...

Israeli journalist and filmmaker Yuval Abraham (R) and Palestinian journalist and filmmaker Basel Adra accept the award for Best Documentary Feature for “No Other Land” onstage during the 97th Annual Academy Awards, California on March 2, 2025. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Hello everyone! Today, we’re diving into the 2025 Academy Awards, which just took place recently. There were so many inspiring speeches, but today we’ll be highlighting o...

Hello, everyone! Our main theme of this podcast is Shine who you are or shine your identity✨ In Japan and overseas, perspectives and systems differ, and I hope the right information reaches more people in Japan. In English, we use terms like Neurotypical children and Neurodivergent to describe cognitive diversity, while in Japan, “developmental disorders” is more commonly heard. Access to information and support can also be challenging as well. Today, let’s talk about the rest of “7 Science-ba...

Hello, everyone! Our main theme of this podcast is Shine who you are or shine your identity✨ And February’s Self-Love Special 🩷 In Japan and overseas, perspectives and systems differ, and I hope the right information reaches more people in Japan. In English, we use terms like Neurotypical children and Neurodivergent to describe cognitive diversity, while in Japan, “developmental disorders” is more commonly heard. Access to information and support can also be challenging as well. Today, we’ll e...

Hello, everyone! February is all about Self-Love! Self-love plays a key role in improving both academic and English skills. During my study abroad, when I struggled to communicate, my self-esteem dropped. But I realized that believing in my worth and ability to succeed in English was crucial. Self-love isn’t about being too lenient or punishing yourself—it’s about being kind while striving to grow. Through this experience, I’ve learned how to rapidly develop English skills from any starting poin...

Welcome to today’s episode! Today we are going to explore the powerful concept “Self-Love” together! What is the definition of Self-love? According to Psy D. Khoshaba, she beautifully defines it: “Self-Love is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological, and spiritual growth” It is about valuing yourself as a human being who is worthy of love and respect.”(Khoshaba, 2012) Let’s dive into how we can cultivate self-love daily with simple pra...

Alicia Keys speech at the 2025 GRAMMYs Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images Every year, the Grammy Awards reflect the spirit of the times, and through the artists’　numerous powerful speeches, we can interpret what each artist is thinking and which ideas or communities they support. This is one of the true pleasures of the Grammys. Today’s episode is titled ‘The Key Words of the Era Reflected in the 2025 Grammy Awards. Let’s unpack Alicia Keys’ Speech!! ２月はいかがお過ごしですか？こんにちは！Sayuriです。 今日は 🎧Podcast ...

Robert Gauthier/Getty Images　Cardi BがDoechiiにトロフィーを渡す瞬間🏆 Welcome, everyone! January was Vision Series! And February is SELF-LOVE MONTH！ To achieve any vision, it’s essential to cherish yourself and build healthy communication. This time, I was truly inspired by the recently held 2025 Grammy Awards. So, using Grammy as a theme, let’s explore self-love and how to express our thoughts through diverse communication! 皆さん、こんにちは！Sayuriです。 1月テーマ：ヴィジョンシリーズでした 多くの方が無料の「ジャーナリングプロンプト」にチャレンジしてくださり、「ヴィジョンが...

Hello everyone, and welcome!　Today, we again welcome Prof. Masato Kawabata, an expert in sports psychology, to explore the “flow state”—a mental state that enhances happiness and performance. So, how can we create flow? What role do clear goals, feedback, and challenge-skill balance play? He will share key insights to help us intentionally achieve flow in daily life. Enjoy the conversation 🎧✨ 皆さん、こんにちは！ 🎧Podcast Vol190　【運動心理学✖️海外経験20年】 立教大学教授が語る日本の可能性と課題 ~Sports Psychology✖️20 Years Abroad A ...

Go8「グループ・オブ・エイト」（Group of Eight)という、オーストラリアの８つの大学で成り立つネットワークの初のGo8卒業生ジョイントイベントが、日本で初めて開催。Photo taken by Hiroshi Ito Hello, everyone! In the second half of this episode, we welcome Prof. Masato Kawabata from Rikkyo University, who has extensive international experience at institutions such as Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and universities in Australia. His expertise lies in Sports Psychology. In this episode, he will provide insights from an academic psychology perspective on ho...

I’m so excited to welcome Dr. Masato Kawabata as our guest today. He is a professor specializing in Sports Psychology at Rikkyo University. He obtained his PhD in Australia. Following that, he taught at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore before returning to Japan. He spent 20 years overseas. Through our private conversations, I realized how valuable Masato’s experiences and thoughts are, and I wanted to share them with you! I also felt his passion and strong commitment to think...

Welcome back to the show, everyone💜 We have more tips and exciting guests coming on the Vision Series Podcast! １月は、ヴィジョンシリーズをお送りしています。今月は専門家もゲストにお迎えする予定ですが、英語力についてのご質問も沢山いただきましたので、２本続けて「英語力」について配信しています。 先日は、長男も「はたちのつどい」を無事に終わり、出席できないと思っていたところでしたので、参加することができ、感慨深い時間となりました。IGなどからコメントやメッセージをくださった皆さん、ありがとうございます。全国の20歳を迎えた皆さん、保護者の皆様も、おめでとうございます💐 とはいえ、余韻に浸ってはいられません。共通テストを控えている受験生の皆さんのサポートもあります。すべての受験生が全力を尽くせますように！心から応援しています💪 🎧Podcast Vol188【英語ヴィジョンシリーズ2025】 受験英語と生きた英語を育むたった一つの秘訣Part1 ~The key to pa...

Sharing happiness Welcome to a New Year Vision series of my podcast! My name is Sayuri, and this podcast is all about education that heals and uplifts you! Many of my Japanese listeners are working hard to master English while nurturing their identity. But I’ve realize that the message of this podcast is truly universal! Because of this, I’ve decided to increase the frequency of episodes in English. Today, I’ll be focusing on how to shift from learning English to mastering it! ３１の新年ジャーナリングプロン...

Welcome back to the show! As we step into 2025, I’m excited to continue sharing meaningful insights and information that help us grow together. In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to share a special gift “31 thoughtfully crafted New Year Vision Journaling Prompts”, all based on scientific principles that I personally love! You can also download the prompts for free! Let’s start this year with clarity and inspiration🎧 2025年を最高の一年にするために、とってもパワフルな31個の「新年ジャーナリングプロンプト」を無料DLして、ジャーナリングしてみましたか？ 🎧Podcast ...

🥂Happy New Year 2025🥂 Happy New Year, everyone🎍 How was your holiday? Who did you celebrate with, where did you spend it, and with what feelings and visions in your heart did you welcome the New Year? As we step into 2025, I’m excited to continue sharing meaningful insights and information that help us grow together. In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to share a special gift “31 thoughtfully crafted New Year Vision Journaling Prompts”, all based on scientific principles that I personally love! Y...

Welcome to Podcast Vol185: “Stay in Top Shape for the Year-End and New Year!” We’re sharing scientifically-proven journaling prompts to help you reflect and reset. We have 25 prompts rooted in neuroscience and psychology, designed to inspire self-awareness and actionable steps in your daily life. Plus, we have a special gift for you! On January 1, 2025, you can download a free New Year Journaling Prompt both in English and Japanese. You can click the link here to download on the very first day ...

Hello everyone! 🎧 Welcome to Podcast Vol.184: “Stay in Top Shape for the Year-End and New Year!” Today, we’re sharing scientifically-proven journaling prompts to help you reflect and reset. Building on our previous episode about the pineal gland, we’ll explore prompts rooted in neuroscience and psychology, designed to inspire self-awareness and actionable steps in your daily life. Plus, we have a special gift for you! On January 1, 2025, you can download a free New Year Journaling Prompt both i...

Hi everyone! As we approach the end of the year, let’s talk about how to finish it strong and set ourselves up for success in the year ahead. In this episode, we’ll focus on the pineal gland, the part of the brain responsible for producing melatonin. By activating the pineal gland, we can promote deep, restorative sleep, helping us recharge both mentally and physically. We’ll also explore how this process can suppress overactivity in the amygdala, allowing us to manage stress more effectively a...