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朝日新聞AJW 英語ニュース(The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch)

朝日新聞ポッドキャスト
Japan
Shenzhen
Tokyo
China
Futenma Air Station
Noto Peninsula
Unification Church
Aokigahara Forest
Liberal Democratic Party
Constitutional Democratic Party
Same-Sex Marriage
Okinawa
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical
Tohoku Shinkansen
Artificial Intelligence
Princess Kako
Us Military Base
Yoshihiko Noto
Constitutional Democratic Party Of Japan
Abakama-Kun

朝日新聞の英語版サイト、The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch(朝日新聞AJW:www.asahi.com/ajw )の音声ニュース番組です。アジアと日本の最新ニュースを英語音声でお届けします。リンク先のAJWサイトの英文を見ながら聴いていただき、英語学習などにお役立てください!

英語音声は、朝日新聞の音声合成システムにより、全自動で配信しております。音声化しているのは記事の一部です。全文読まれたい場合は、リンク先のAJWサイトでご確認ください。

This is the audio news program of The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch, the English-language website of The Asahi Shimbun. It delivers the latest n... more

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Latest Episodes

英語学習などにご活用を!リンク先の英文記事を見ながら、聴いていただけます。

▼01.Rechargeable batteries blamed for 21,000 fires, smoke events( www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15709938

▼02.Imperial garden party updated: more interactive, less congested( www.asahi.com/ajw/art... more

英語学習などにご活用を!リンク先の英文記事を見ながら、聴いていただけます。

▼01.Foreigners flock to Tokyo government building for free light show, views( www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15720410

▼02.Osaka Expo attendance falls short of opening week estimates( www.asahi.com... more

英語学習などにご活用を!リンク先の英文記事を見ながら、聴いていただけます。

▼01.Essay by 'hafu' teenager wins human rights prize at contest( www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15691311

▼02.Tokyo ordered to help victim, 67, of birth mix-up find his real parents( www.asahi.com/... more

英語学習などにご活用を!リンク先の英文記事を見ながら、聴いていただけます。

▼01.Okinawa police, U.S. military go on joint patrols to prevent crime( www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15718921

▼02.Poll shows 59% support reducing consumption tax temporarily( www.asahi.com/ajw/a... more

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Recent Guests

Sahil Rosa
Iran-born actress and author raising awareness on child refugees
Episode: Feb. 2, 8am The Latest NEWS
Yoichi Funabashi
Former editor-in-chief of the Asahi Shimbun
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Episode: Nov. 24, 6pm The Latest NEWS
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German historian and journalist
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Host

Daisuke Kanda
Host of AJW English News, delivers news briefings and insights related to Japan and Asia through a curated voice news format.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 537 ratings
  • 日本語部分の発音がおかしくない?

    自動生成されている音声だからなのか、日本語部分の発音がおかしい時が多い。「ハイエヨゴ」と言われ何だかわからなかったのでニュースのタイトル見たら「兵庫」だったり😅hyで始まるから確かに英語読みではハイだけど、実際ハイエヨゴとは発音されない!笑

    とにかく日本語の部分が英語の発音パターンになって、地名や人名がわからないことが多く、聞くのやめてしまいました。。

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ゆーた⭐︎
    Japan2 months ago
  • 傘たら回るよまんまやらだ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    羽田は浜の荒畑
    Japan2 months ago
  • 更新頻度が多い

    重宝してます、これからも聴き続けます!

    音声エピソードの開始時間がわかるとより良いと思いました。

    時間をタップすると、その時間のエピソードから再生される、、というような。

    バージョンアップに期待します。

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ぬ のハンカチ
    Japan4 months ago
  • 生成AIの声

    聞いて生きてる気がしません。

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JSugimoto
    Japana year ago
  • AI音声

    AI音声の読み上げなので、日本の固有名詞の発音には違和感あり。アオキ(エイオウキー)、茨城(アイバラキ)、西武(サイブ)、JR東海(ジュニア トウケイ)、KAZU−Ⅰ(カズアイ)、など。

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    かめランナー
    Japan2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the frequency and relevance of the news updates, finding them useful for daily information consumption.
There are mixed feelings about the quality of audio delivery, especially regarding robotic tones, yet the overall sentiment is positive about the information provided.
Some express concerns about the pronunciation of Japanese names and places by the AI voice, suggesting it can occasionally lead to confusion.
The blend of hard news with cultural stories is well-received, although the AI delivery is often described as sounding robotic.
Many listeners utilize the content as a resource for English language learning, noting its accessibility.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#216
Italy/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#223
Australia/News/Daily News
Spotify
#100
Japan/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#76
Japan/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#79
Japan/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Japan/News/Daily News

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Focused on delivering concise updates on current news from Japan and Asia, the audio news format employs a text-to-speech system to relay stories in English, making it accessible for non-native speakers and language learners. The content frequently covers a diverse range of topics, including political developments, cultural events, technological advancements, and social issues. Unique to this offering is the integration of local and international news framed within the context of Japanese society, providing listeners with insights into both domestic and regional matters.

The podcast serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding Japan's role in global affairs or those looking to enhance their English listening skil... more

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