Podcasts about Golden Week

PocketGamer.biz head of content Craig Chapple and news editor Aaron Astle discuss the latest games industry news on the 52nd episode of the Week in Mobile Games Podcast.On this week's show we:Discuss the Epic Games vs. Apple ruling that is opening up the US App Store to third-party payments and what this means for the games industry and entire mobile ecosystem.Delve into Tripledot's $800 million acquisition of AppLovin's games business and dissect our interview with CEO Lior Shiff.Offer insights into emerging markets following trips to Gamescom LATAM and the Dubai GameExpo Summit 2025 powered by Pocket Gamer Connects.Provide insights into Japan's ‘Golden Week' holiday period and its impact on mobile games.** Let's Connect **

Jonny and Ben wrap up Golden Week with a look back at the midweek action from J1 Matchday 15. We begin with 1-0 wins for Kashima and Kashiwa on Tuesday, then move on to Wednesday night's action - Kyoto's dramatic late victory at Machida, and Hiroshima squeaking past Shonan - before reviewing the other games from Tuesday, including excellent wins for both Osaka clubs.

Hi everyone, and welcome back to my show!Here in Japan, we enjoyed beautiful weather during Golden Week. I hope you've also been feeling energized by the power of nature! Today, I'm truly delighted to welcome back Mr. Damian Rentoule, Head of Campus ...

Celestial Guardians have arrived in TCG Pocket and adds the new Rare Candy meta. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet gets two new events to celebrate Golden Week in Japan. Pokémon Centers in Japan get three new Medals in Pokémon HOME for in-person visits. Pokémon GO is getting a crowned Nidoking and Nidoqueen, as well as, Pawmi Community Day. Black Bolt & White Flare will feature every Pokémon from Gen 5 like Pokémon 151 did for Kanto. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Celestial Guardians Debut00:36:30-Golden Week Events in Pokémon SV00:54:30-New Pokémon HOME Medals01:04:00-Pokémon GO News01:16:00-Black Bolt & White Flare01:29:00-Post Credits  Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out MintMobile.com/pkmncast to start your new wireless plan for just $15 a month!  LINKS

Celestial Guardians have arrived in TCG Pocket and adds the new Rare Candy meta. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet gets two new events to celebrate Golden Week in Japan. Pokémon Centers in Japan get three new Medals in Pokémon HOME for in-person visits. Pokémon GO is getting a crowned Nidoking and Nidoqueen, as well as, Pawmi Community Day. Black Bolt & White Flare will feature every Pokémon from Gen 5 like Pokémon 151 did for Kanto. 00:00:00-Introduction 00:02:00-Celestial Guardians Debut00:36:30-Golden Week Events in Pokémon SV00:54:30-New Pokémon HOME Medals01:04:00-Pokémon GO News01:16:00-Black Bolt & White Flare01:29:00-Post Credits Ad this episode brought to you by Mint Mobile! Check out MintMobile.com/pkmncast to start your new wireless plan for just $15 a month! LINKS

With the Golden Week holidays in full swing, Jon Steele takes control of a solo JTET mini-pod to run through all of the J2 action from Saturday 3rd May (Round 13 of the season). Over a 15-minute pod, you'll hear about all of the goals and talking points from the Round 13 matches, along with Jon's pick for a Most Bravo Player and a quick look ahead to Tuesday afternoon's full slate of fixtures (Round 14). Thanks for all the support as always, and enjoy the pod! *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Moving to Japan, Golden Week, Switch 2 Update , and more! 日本移住、ゴールデンウィーク、Switch2アップデートなど！ Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/VGSd94Tp4P Join our Book Club! https://ko-fi.com/i/IL4L31BPSH3 Support on ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/lazyfluency Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-8_djC5_aV4Mi3o3fuLPLA/featured Send us questions at: lazyfluency@gmail.com  

The estimated number of children under 15 in Japan as of April 1 fell by 350,000 from a year before to 13.66 million, down for the 44th consecutive year, the internal affairs ministry said Sunday. The country's child population hit the lowest level since comparable data became available in 1950. The ministry released the data a day before Children's Day. Episode Notes: ‘Japan Child Population Falls for 44th Straight Year': https://barrierfreejapan.com/2025/05/04/japan-child-population-falls-for-44th-straight-year/

日米関税交渉について、記者団の取材に応じる石破茂首相、３日、首相公邸石破政権は大型連休が明けた後も、内外の難題への対応を迫られる。 Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will have to continue dealing with a host of difficult issues at home and abroad after the country's Golden Week holiday period ends Tuesday.

The legislation for revisions to child welfare and other laws in Japan is designed to make it easier to restrict meetings of parents with their children under the protection of child consultation centers. Following the revisions, it will be possible to place such restrictions on parents and other guardians in cases in which abuse is suspected but not yet officially recognized. This will help prevent centers from falling into trouble with parents. Episode Notes: ‘Japan Enacts Bill to Better Protect Kids from Abuse' (April 18 2025): https://barrierfreejapan.com/2025/04/19/japan-enacts-bill-to-better-protect-kids-from-abuse/

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will have to continue dealing with a host of difficult issues at home and abroad after the country's Golden Week holiday period ends Tuesday.

In response to a Kyodo News report that the number of people being denied Japan's national disability pension has surged in fiscal 2024, the National Federation of Associations for the Support of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (Zenkoku Te o Tsunagu Ikuseikai Rengōkai), which consists of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families, issued a protest statement by May 2, saying, “If the report is true, it cannot be overlooked.” The organization is demanding that the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare verify the facts and publicly disclose the results. Episode Notes: ‘Protest Statement Issued by Japan National Intellectual Disability Organization Over Sharp Increase in Disability Pension Denials': https://barrierfreejapan.com/2025/05/03/protest-statement-issued-by-japan-national-intellectual-disability-organization-over-sharp-increase-in-disability-pension-denials/

Golden Week? This year it's more of a Golden Weekend, sadly, but that hasn't stopped us from putting our vacations on pause to share impressions of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Mario Kart World, and our Switch 2 preorder experiences. Plus news!   Time — Topic Discussed 01:00 – Nicknames 05:54 – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 28:39 – Mario Kart World 39:25 – News: Switch 2 pre-orders, 8bitdo cancels US shipments, and more!

In this preview episode of the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Patrick Macias (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mondo Tokyo: Dispatches from a Secret Japan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) try to explain the Japanese holiday known as Golden Week and share their impressions of the ongoing exhibition of manga art by Masamune Shirow (Ghost in the Shell) now taking place in Tokyo.You can hear the full episode by joining the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure TokyoScope Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!You'll get access to full episodes, bonus content, our Discord server, and an archive of past episodes. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head over to Pure TokyoScope Patreon to subscribe today!⁠⁠⁠⁠

One year after Japan's revised ‘Act for the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities' came into effect—mandating that businesses provide reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities—surveys show that public awareness remains low, with 60% of disabled respondents unaware of the new legal obligation. Experts stress that without such awareness, meaningful dialogue and support cannot occur, and call for stronger government-led information efforts. Episode Notes: ‘One Year After Japan's Disability Discrimination Laws Were Revised, 60% of Disabled Are Unaware of Rights': https://barrierfreejapan.com/2025/04/30/one-year-after-japans-disability-discrimination-laws-were-revised-60-of-disabled-are-unaware-of-rights/

Vi fortsätter med temat från förra avsnittet då vi sammanstrålade med den svenske temästaren Per Oscar Brekell i Tokyo. Idag får vi bland annat en förklaring till varför det gröna teet - det som kallas för matcha - blivit så populärt. Ja faktiskt så mycket så att man från fabrikanternas sida varnar för att det är på väg att bli en bristvara i världen.Podden vill också passa på att önska särskilt våra lyssnare i Japan en glad Golden Week.Flera nationella helgdagar infaller i tät följd mellan slutet av april och början av maj. Under denna tid tar många ledigt för att resa, vara med på festivaler eller helt enkelt umgås med familj och vänner.​Årets Golden Week startade den 29 april och pågår till den 6 maj. Helgdagarna är dom här:​29 april – Shōwa-dagen (Shōwa no Hi): Till minne av kejsar Shōwas födelsedag. Känd som Hirohito under sin regentperiod som varade fram till 1989.3 maj – Konstitutionsdagen (Kenpō Kinenbi): Firas till minne av den japanska konstitutionen från 1947.4 maj – Grönskans dag (Midori no Hi): En dag för att uppskatta naturen.5 maj – Barnens dag (Kodomo no Hi): En högtid för att fira barns hälsa och lycka. Familjer hissar karpformade vimplar (koinobori) för att symbolisera styrka och framgång för sina barn.6 maj – Ersättningshelgdag för Grönskans dag: Eftersom 4 maj 2025 infaller på en söndag, flyttas helgdagen till måndag 6 maj. ​Det ska tilläggas att dom som kan också tar ledigt den 30 april till 2 maj och då får man en sammanhängande ledighet på upp till åtta dagar. ​NYHETERDen japanska centralbanken Bank of Japan (BOJ) mer än halverar sin prognos över den ekonomiska tillväxten för budgetåret. Centralbankschefen Kazuo Ueda pekar ut USA:s hot om kraftigt höjda importtullar som den enskilt viktigaste orsaken till de pessimistiska tongångarna. Från tidigare aviserade 1,1 procents tillväxt talar banken nu om 0,5 procent.Från och med den 3 april införde Trumpadministrationen en tull på 25 % på alla importerade fordon, inklusive personbilar från Japan. ​Till det ska läggas den 10 %-iga generella importtull som trädde ikraft för alla varor från länder utanför Nordamerika den 5 april. Totalt alltså 35 %-iga importtullar som japanska biltillverkare nu måste förhålla sig till. Det ska tilläggas att personbilar är Japans överlägset största exportvara.Bank of Japan tillkännagav även att man i nuläget väljer att hålla styrräntan oförändrad eftersom inflationstakten mattats av betänkligt den senaste månaden.Den japanska valutan yen tappade ytterligare mark efter beskeden från centralbanken, vilket måhända är bra för besökare, men sämre för de japanska hushållen som får betala mer för importerade varor.En 28-årig man har gripits i Osaka efter han kört in i en grupp skolelever som var på väg hem från skolan.Sju av barnen skadades så pass allvarligt att de fick föras till sjukhus, samtliga ska dock vara vid medvetande enligt uppgifter från polisen.Den misstänkte som är hemmahörande i Tokyo har i förhör sagt att han var ute efter att döda barnen. Motivet ska ha varit att han mått psykiskt dåligt.Ett japanskt företag har börjat leverera inhemskt producerat hållbart flygbränsle till bland andra Japan Airlines som blandar upp det med vanlig flygfotogen. Bränslet tillverkas av begagnad matolja som samlas in från restauranger i Japan.Företaget planerar att producera upp till 30 000 ton matoljebaserat flygbränsle per år. blandar det med vanligt flygbränsle.Enligt den japanska regeringen samlas det årligen in ungefär 400 000 ton begagnad matolja. Den största delen - 90 procent används till djurfoder och kemiska produkter.Japan Airlines uppger för dagstidningen Japan Times att man planerar att år 2030 låta matoljebaserat bränsle stå för 10% av den totala bränsleanvändningen.Enligt en undersökning från jobbmatchningsföretaget MyNavi säger sig nära hälften, eller 45% av alla heltidsanställda i Japan nu vara så kallade “silent quitters” och bara göra det absolut minsta som krävs av dem på jobbet.Beteendet är vanligast bland yngre, där många i åldern 20 till 30 år uppger att de prioriterar sin fritid mer än arbetet.De fyra viktigaste orsakerna till att workaholic Japan nu alltså tycks genomgå en förändring i det tysta är de yngre känner sig missnöjda med arbetsplatsen, upplever att deras insatser inte värderas, och att de är ointresserade av att göra karriär.Basebollstjärnan Shohei Ohtani fortsätter att toppa tidningarnas förstasidor i Japan, men den här gången handlar det inte om sport. Utan om att Ohtani som spelar för Los Angeles Dodgers, nyligen blivit pappa och valt att ta pappaledigt.Trots att japanska män har rätt till 52 veckors pappaledighet med lön är det bara en tredjedel som tar ut någon ledighet överhuvudtaget.Ohtanis beslut att ta pappaledighet när hans dotter föddes väckte stor uppmärksamhet, och han har nu fått smeknamnet "Papa-tani."Ohtanis val att ta ledigt har fått både andra idrottsmän och företag att fundera på att införa liknande policies i Japan. Flera japanska idrottsförbund och företag, som Toyota, har nu börjat erbjuda pappaledighet för sina anställda.Innan vi slår på stora trumman och basunerar ut att en pappaledighetsrevolution är nära förestående i Japan, ska vi kanske tillägga att Ohtani och hans klubb Dodgers enades om att tre dagars pappaledighet kunde vara tillräckligt. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit japanpodden.substack.com

With a rush of Golden Week matches hoving into view, the JTET team looks back on the most recent slate of J2 fixtures (played across Friday and Saturday last week). In Part 1 (Start to 04:15) James gives us a whistle-stop tour of the action from 9 of the Round 11 games. Then in Part 2, Jon was joined by familiar voice (but first-time guest) Leslie Mabon for a deep dive into Iwaki's stunning 4-3 win at Nagasaki. In a wide-ranging chat, the boys talked about Leslie's impressions of the Peace Stadium, the match itself, & the season so far for both clubs (04:15 to 44:40). There's also time for Most Bravo Player chat (44:40 to 47:00), and a look ahead to Tuesday afternoon's J2 action in Round 12 (47:00 to Finish)! Big thanks for Leslie for taking the time to pod with us, and we hope everyone enjoys the show! *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unraveling Tokyo's Algorithm: The Ethics of Innovation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-04-29-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 東京の春、日差しがちょうど良い温もりを届ける頃、東京スタートアップ・インキュベーターはアイデア溢れる若者たちで賑わっていました。En: In the spring of Tokyo, when the sunlight delivers just the right warmth, the Tokyo Startup Incubator was bustling with young people brimming with ideas.Ja: ハルトはその中で、成功心に駆られ働く野心的な起業家でした。En: Among them was Haruto, an ambitious entrepreneur driven by the desire for success.Ja: 彼の後ろの席には、優れたデータサイエンティストのユキが座っていました。En: Seated behind him was Yuki, an excellent data scientist.Ja: ユキは新しいアルゴリズムを作り上げた人物で、その正確さには驚かざるを得ないものでした。En: She was the creator of a new algorithm, whose accuracy was astonishing.Ja: ミカは、このアルゴリズムに興味津々でした。En: Mika was deeply intrigued by this algorithm.Ja: 皆、彼女がどれほどこの技術の可能性に期待しているか知っていました。En: Everyone knew just how much she anticipated the potential of this technology.Ja: しかし、ハルトには何か不安がありました。En: However, Haruto had some concerns.Ja: このアルゴリズムには何か秘密が隠されているのではないかと疑ったのです。En: He suspected that there might be some hidden secret within this algorithm.Ja: ある日、ハルトはミカと話していました。En: One day, Haruto was speaking with Mika.Ja: ミカ、このアルゴリズム、何かおかしいと思わないか？とハルトは問いかけました。En: Mika, don't you think there's something strange about this algorithm? Haruto inquired.Ja: ミカは笑いながら答えました。 でも、すごいじゃない。どうしてこんなに正確なんだろう？En: With a laugh, Mika replied, But it's amazing, isn't it? How can it be so accurate?Ja: ハルトの表情は変わりませんでした。En: Haruto's expression remained unchanged.Ja: 僕には、気になる部分がある。En: There's something that's bothering me, he said.Ja: ユキと親しくなる決心したハルトは、彼女にアプローチを始めました。En: Haruto decided to get closer to Yuki and began to approach her.Ja: ゆっくりと話をするうちに、ユキは心を開きました。En: As they slowly started talking, Yuki opened up.Ja: 彼女はやはり何か知っているようでした。En: She indeed seemed to know something.Ja: ある日の朝、彼女はハルトに秘密を打ち明けました。実は、このアルゴリズムには欠点があるの。En: One morning, she confided in Haruto, Actually, there is a flaw in this algorithm.Ja: その欠点を知ったハルトとミカは驚愕しました。En: Learning about this flaw left Haruto and Mika astonished.Ja: アルゴリズムは人の行動を予測するだけではなく、操作できる可能性があったのです。En: The algorithm not only predicted human behavior but also had the potential to manipulate it.Ja: ハルトはこれを見過ごすことができませんでした。En: Haruto couldn't overlook this.Ja: 彼は上司たちにこの事実を知らせるべきだと思いました。En: He believed he should inform the higher-ups about this fact.Ja: そして、ゴールデンウィークの終わりを迎える前の日、重要な会議が開かれました。En: Then, on the day before the end of Golden Week, an important meeting was held.Ja: ハルトは勇気を出し、ゆっくりとしかし確信を持って事実を述べました。 このアルゴリズムをリリースする前に、倫理的な考慮が必要です。En: With courage, Haruto slowly but confidently stated the facts, We need ethical considerations before releasing this algorithm.Ja: その場には緊張が漂いましたが、彼の言葉は響き、上司たちはリリースを一時中止することに同意しました。En: Tension filled the room, but his words resonated, and the superiors agreed to temporarily halt the release.Ja: この出来事を通じて、ハルトは技術の倫理的責任の重要性を学びました。En: Through this incident, Haruto learned the importance of ethical responsibility in technology.Ja: 彼にとっての成功は、ただの財政的な成功ではなく、社会に良い影響を与えることが含まれるものであると理解したのです。En: He realized that for him, success wasn't merely financial but also involved making a positive impact on society.Ja: 優しい春の風が東京の街を吹き渡る中、ハルトの心にも新しい決意が芽生え始めました。En: As the gentle spring breeze blew through the streets of Tokyo, a new determination began to sprout in Haruto's heart. Vocabulary Words:spring: 春incubator: インキュベーターentrepreneur: 起業家astonishing: 驚かざるを得ないintrigued: 興味津々algorithm: アルゴリズムanticipate: 期待concerns: 不安suspect: 疑うconfided: 打ち明けましたflaw: 欠点astonished: 驚愕manipulate: 操作できるoverlook: 見過ごすhigher-ups: 上司ethical: 倫理的considerations: 考慮tension: 緊張resonate: 響きtemporarily: 一時halt: 中止responsibility: 責任impact: 影響positive: 良いdetermination: 決意delivers: 届けるbustling: 賑わっていましたdata scientist: データサイエンティストcreator: 作り上げた人物potential: 可能性

It's a jam-packed episode as Kelly and Taylor have so much to talk about in joshi!First, they go in depth on all the action at Stardom's All Star Grand Queendom before discussing the Marigold and Marvelous ten person gauntlet, a big mask vs. mask result in SEAdLINNNG as well as recapping all the joshi action from Wrestlemania weekend! Listen to find out the best shows and matches from the weekend!Then, they preview all the upcoming excitement, including Meiko Satomura's retirement show, lots of Golden Week events, a SEAdLINNNG Korakuen Hall show, the start of Catch the WAVE 2025 and more!Check it out!Please follow us on twitter: @jbombaudioYou can support this podcast at http://redcircle.com/jumping-bomb-audio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Capturing Golden Blossoms: A Tale of Friendship & Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-04-28-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 桜が満開の新宿御苑国立庭園には、春のゴールデンウィークを楽しむ人々で溢れています。En: The sakura are in full bloom at the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, and it's overflowing with people enjoying the spring Golden Week.Ja: 静かな池や美しく整えられた庭園は、くつろぎのピクニックにも芸術的な活動にもぴったりの場所です。En: The serene pond and beautifully manicured gardens make it a perfect spot for a relaxing picnic or artistic activities.Ja: 由紀は、自然が大好きな大学生です。En: Yuki is a university student who loves nature.Ja: 彼女は密かに写真を撮ることが大好きで、全国写真コンテストに応募するために完璧な桜の写真を撮りたいと思っています。En: She secretly enjoys taking photos and wishes to capture the perfect photo of sakura to submit to a national photo contest.Ja: 今日、アキラとソラと一緒にピクニックをすることになっています。En: Today, she's planning a picnic with Akira and Sora.Ja: 由紀はカメラを持って、園内を歩きます。En: With her camera in hand, Yuki walks through the garden.Ja: 色鮮やかな桜のトンネルに魅了されながらも、友だちとの時間も大切にしたいと思っています。En: While being captivated by a tunnel of vividly colored sakura, she also wants to cherish her time with friends.Ja: しかし、今日のゴールデンウィークの混雑の中でベストショットを見つけるのは難しいことがわかります。En: However, she realizes that finding the best shot amid the Golden Week crowd today is difficult.Ja: ピクニックの準備をしているアキラとソラを見つめる由紀は、心の中で葛藤します。En: Watching Akira and Sora preparing for the picnic, Yuki feels conflicted inside.Ja: 楽しそうに笑う友だちの姿も、見逃したくはありません。でも、コンテストに挑戦する機会も貴重です。En: She doesn't want to miss her friends' cheerful faces, but the opportunity to compete in the contest is also valuable.Ja: 突然、由紀の目にとまる美しい風景があります。En: Suddenly, a beautiful scene catches Yuki's eye.Ja: 薄紅色の桜の木々の間に太陽が差し込み、光が水面にきらきらと反射しています。En: The sun beams through pale pink sakura trees, and the light sparkles on the water's surface.Ja: この一瞬を逃したくない由紀は、一度仲間を離れ、その場所に近づきます。En: Not wanting to miss this moment, Yuki briefly leaves her friends and approaches the spot.Ja: 心臓がドキドキしながら、カメラのシャッターを切ります。En: With her heart pounding, she presses the camera shutter.Ja: 完璧な一枚を確信した由紀は、急いでアキラとソラの元に戻ります。En: Certain of capturing the perfect shot, Yuki hurries back to Akira and Sora.Ja: 彼らはちょうどみんなで写真を撮る準備をしていました。En: They are just about to take a group photo.Ja: 笑顔で迎えてくれる二人を見ると、由紀は安心しました。En: Seeing her friends greet her with smiles puts Yuki at ease.Ja: カメラをセットし、タイマーをセットして、三人で絆を深める瞬間を写真に収めます。En: She sets up the camera, activates the timer, and captures the moment of deepening bonds among the three.Ja: 友だちと過ごす時間も、写真を撮ることも、それぞれ大切だと由紀は改めて感じます。En: Yuki realizes anew that spending time with friends and taking photos are both important to her.Ja: こうして、由紀はバランスを取りながら両方を楽しむことの大切さを学びました。En: Thus, Yuki learned the importance of enjoying both while maintaining balance.Ja: 彼女の心には、満足感と友との楽しい思い出が残りました。En: Her heart was filled with satisfaction and joyful memories with friends.Ja: 新宿御苑での一日は、彼女にとって忘れられない特別な日となりました。En: The day at Shinjuku Gyoen became an unforgettable special day for her. Vocabulary Words:bloom: 満開serene: 静かなmanicured: 整えられたrelaxing: くつろぎcontest: コンテストcapture: 写真に収めるvividly: 色鮮やかなcherish: 大切にしたいamid: 中でconflicted: 葛藤しますvaluable: 貴重scene: 風景beams: 差し込みpale: 薄紅色sparkles: きらきらとsurface: 水面pounding: ドキドキcertain: 確信したactivate: セットしてbonds: 絆anew: 改めてbalance: バランスsatisfaction: 満足感unforgettable: 忘れられないartistic: 芸術的なtunnel: トンネルopportunity: 機会approaches: 近づきますshutter: シャッターspecial: 特別

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Bonds and Blossoms: A Heartwarming Hike on Mount Fuji Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-04-27-22-34-01-ja Story Transcript:Ja: ゴールデンウィークの初日、富士山の麓は花見を楽しむ人々で賑わっていました。En: On the first day of Golden Week, the foothills of Mount Fuji were bustling with people enjoying the cherry blossom viewing.Ja: 空気は澄んでいて、桜が鮮やかに咲き誇っています。En: The air was clear, and the cherry blossoms were in full, vibrant bloom.Ja: 空（そら）、愛子（あいこ）、健太（けんた）は、興奮した様子で登山の準備をしていました。En: Sora, Aiko, and Kenta were excitedly preparing for their hike.Ja: 「今日は絶好の登山日和だね！」と愛子が嬉しそうに言いました。En: “Today is the perfect day for hiking!” Aiko exclaimed happily.Ja: 彼女は小さいころから空の親友です。En: She has been Sora's best friend since childhood.Ja: 二人は久しぶりの再会に心を躍らせていました。En: Both were excited about their long-awaited reunion.Ja: 「そうだね。でも天気予報では午後から嵐になるかもしれないって」と空が少し心配そうに答えました。En: “That's right. But the weather forecast says there might be a storm this afternoon,” Sora replied with a hint of concern.Ja: 彼は都会の喧騒を忘れて、富士山の頂上で心の平和を見つけることを望んでいます。En: He hopes to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find peace of mind at the summit of Mount Fuji.Ja: 「心配しないで、僕たちは一緒にいるから大丈夫さ」と健太が言いました。En: “Don't worry, we'll be fine as long as we're together,” Kenta said.Ja: 彼は空の職場の同僚で、友人との冒険を期待して参加しました。En: He is Sora's colleague from work and joined the adventure looking forward to spending time with friends.Ja: 山を登り始めた三人は順調に進みました。En: The three of them began their ascent up the mountain and progressed smoothly.Ja: さわやかな風が吹き、桜の花びらが舞い散ります。En: A refreshing breeze was blowing, and cherry blossom petals were dancing in the air.Ja: 愛子は笑顔でいっぱいの写真を撮っています。En: Aiko was taking countless pictures with a smile on her face.Ja: 健太は、少し息を切らしながらも楽しそうにしています。En: Kenta, though slightly out of breath, looked like he was having fun.Ja: しかし、午後になると天気が変わり始めました。En: However, in the afternoon, the weather began to change.Ja: 空は暗くなり、風が強くなりました。En: The sky darkened and the wind picked up.Ja: 空は頂上を目指すべきか、安全を優先するべきか悩んでいました。En: Sora was torn between aiming for the summit or prioritizing everyone's safety.Ja: 「どうする？」健太が尋ねました。En: “What should we do?” Kenta asked.Ja: 風はだんだん強さを増しています。En: The wind was gradually becoming stronger.Ja: 「一人で進むことはできるけど...」と空が言いかけました。En: “I could go on alone, but...” Sora started to say.Ja: 「でも、私たち皆が大事だよね」と愛子が静かに言いました。En: “But we all matter, right?” Aiko said quietly.Ja: 空は考えました。En: Sora thought about it.Ja: 友人との絆を大切にするためには、頂上に着くことよりも、今この瞬間を楽しむことが大事だと感じました。En: He realized that cherishing the bond with his friends was more important than reaching the summit, and that enjoying the present moment was what truly mattered.Ja: 「そうだね。みんなで無事に帰ろう」と空が笑顔で決心しました。En: “You're right. Let's make sure we all get back safely,” Sora decided with a smile.Ja: 三人は引き返すことに決めました。En: The three of them decided to turn back.Ja: 山を降りながら、彼らは笑い合い、嵐から逃れることができたことに感謝しました。En: As they descended the mountain, they laughed together and felt grateful for escaping the approaching storm.Ja: 道中で出会った桜の美しさや、仲間との会話は、その日一番の宝物として心に刻まれました。En: The beauty of the cherry blossoms they encountered along the way and the conversations with their friends became the most treasured memories of the day.Ja: 結局、空は気づきました。目指した頂上だけではなく、仲間との旅が真の平和をもたらすことを。En: In the end, Sora realized that not only was the summit he aimed for a source of peace, but so was the journey with his friends.Ja: 目的地そのものが重要なのではなく、旅そのものが大切だと学びました。En: He learned that it's not the destination that matters, but the journey itself that holds true significance. Vocabulary Words:foothills: 麓bustling: 賑わってcherry blossom viewing: 花見vibrant: 鮮やかにexclaimed: 言いましたforecast: 天気予報storm: 嵐concern: 心配そうにescape: 忘れてsummit: 頂上cherishing: 大切にするbond: 絆moment: 瞬間descent: 降りtreasured: 宝物source: もたらすdestination: 目的地journey: 旅significance: 大切ascent: 登りprogressed: 進みましたrefreshing: さわやかなcountless: いっぱいのgradually: だんだんaiming: 目指すprioritizing: 優先するべきrealized: 気づきましたgrateful: 感謝しましたapproaching: 迫るencountered: 出会った

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: The Roaster's Reunion: Brewing Friendship in Kyoto Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-04-24-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 春の頃、京都の山の中腹にある小さなコーヒー焙煎工房。En: In the spring, there was a small coffee roasting workshop located halfway up a mountain in Kyoto.Ja: そこには、柔らかな木の温もりと、焙煎されたコーヒーの香ばしい香りが漂っていました。En: There, the warmth of soft wood and the fragrant aroma of roasted coffee lingered.Ja: ゴールデンウィークで静まりかえったこの場所に、ひとりの男がいました。En: During the quiet Golden Week, there was a man.Ja: 名前は春人（はると）。En: His name was Haruto.Ja: 彼は完璧を追求することを好み、予期しない出来事を嫌う、好奇心旺盛な焙煎士です。En: He was a curious roaster who liked to pursue perfection and disliked unexpected events.Ja: 最近、春人の工房の戸口には毎晩、不思議なコーヒー豆の袋が置かれるようになりました。En: Recently, a mysterious bag of coffee beans had been left at the doorstep of Haruto's workshop every night.Ja: これらの豆は彼の厳選した高品質の豆とは合わず、評判を損なう危険があります。En: These beans did not match his carefully selected high-quality beans and posed a risk to his reputation.Ja: 春人はこの出来事に悩まされ、解決策を見つけることに決めました。En: Haruto was troubled by this situation and decided to find a solution.Ja: ゴールデンウィークの長い夜、春人はこっそり工房に残ることにしました。En: On the long nights of Golden Week, Haruto decided to secretly stay in the workshop.Ja: 謎の贈り主を突き止めるためです。En: It was to find out who the mysterious benefactor was.Ja: 外は桜が満開で、ほんのりと香る夜風が工房を包んでいました。En: Outside, the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, and the subtly fragrant night wind enveloped the workshop.Ja: 暗くなると、足音が聞こえました。En: As it grew dark, footsteps could be heard.Ja: 春人は心を鎮め、その足音の主を見つめました。En: Haruto calmed his mind and watched the person those footsteps belonged to.Ja: そこに現れたのは、大学時代の旧友、悠希（ゆうき）でした。En: Appearing before him was an old friend from university, Yuki.Ja: 悠希は微笑みながら、袋を置き、春人の前に現れました。En: Yuki, smiling, placed the bag down and appeared in front of Haruto.Ja: 彼は過去の誤解を解き、謝罪するためにここに来たのだと言いました。En: He said he came here to resolve past misunderstandings and to apologize.Ja: 二人は思い出話をし、心を開き始めました。En: The two talked about old times and began to open up to each other.Ja: 悠希はその豆を使って、新しい試みをしてもらえればと願っていたのです。En: Yuki hoped that Haruto would use those beans for a new endeavor.Ja: 春人は考えました。En: Haruto thought about it.Ja: 豆の品質ではなく、人との繋がりの方が大切だと気づきました。En: He realized that connections with people were more important than the quality of the beans.Ja: 翌日、工房には新しい特別ブレンドが生まれました。En: The next day, a new special blend was born in the workshop.Ja: 春人は悠希の豆を使い、友情を込めてそのブレンドを仕上げました。En: Haruto used Yuki's beans and completed the blend with friendship in mind.Ja: それは桜の優しさと同じように、人々の心を温めるものとなりました。En: Just like the tenderness of the cherry blossoms, it warmed people's hearts.Ja: 春人はより寛容で、友達の存在を大切にする人間になったのです。En: Haruto became a more open-minded person who valued the presence of friends.Ja: こうして、静かな山中の焙煎工房は、再び香り高いコーヒーの香りに包まれ、友情の新しい章を迎えました。En: And so, the quiet mountain roasting workshop was once again enveloped in the fragrant aroma of coffee, welcoming a new chapter of friendship. Vocabulary Words:roasting: 焙煎workshop: 工房warmth: 温もりfragrant: 香ばしいlinger: 漂うcurious: 好奇心旺盛pursue: 追求するreputation: 評判troubled: 悩まされsolution: 解決策mysterious: 不思議なbenefactor: 贈り主envelop: 包むcalm: 鎮めresolve: 解きmisunderstandings: 誤解apologize: 謝罪するendeavor: 試みconnections: 繋がりcompleted: 仕上げtenderness: 優しさopen-minded: 寛容presence: 存在chapter: 章footsteps: 足音appear: 現れsubtly: ほんのりとmisunderstand: 誤解profusely: いっぱいにblend: ブレンド

Min 1: INTRODUCCIÓN Menudo contraste encontramos esta semana entre el mundo del cine y el de las series. Sin títulos de relumbrón en las salas, las plataformas nos meten en la Semana Santa con una de esas ofertas en las que bien cabe esa frase de 'no te digo que me lo mejores....igualamelo'. Y es que pocas veces son novedad, por estar recién estrenadas, series como Black Mirror, El Cuento de la Criada o la premiadísima comedia Hacks. Min 5: BLACK MIRROR 7 (3,5 estrellas) El futuro se vuelve a oscurecer con una mirada más íntima y provocadora . Después de una sexta temporada que dividió opiniones por su giro hacia el terror y lo sobrenatural, Black Mirror regresa en su séptima entrega con una apuesta más equilibrada entre la sátira tecnológica que la catapultó a la fama y nuevas exploraciones narrativas que juegan con géneros y emociones. Creada por Charlie Brooker, esta nueva temporada —compuesta por cinco episodios— retoma el pulso de una humanidad atrapada entre avances tecnológicos y dilemas morales. Min 14: EL CUENTO DE LA CRIADA 6 (4 estrellas) La sexta temporada de El Cuento de la Criada marca un punto de inflexión en la narrativa distópica que ha definido a esta serie desde sus inicios. Mientras Gilead comienza a resquebrajarse desde dentro y los ecos de la resistencia crecen más allá de sus fronteras, el conflicto ya no es solo político: es profundamente personal. La historia retoma a una June Osborne (Elisabeth Moss) más endurecida, menos impulsiva, pero no menos determinada. Exiliada en Canadá, entre campos de refugiados y tensiones diplomáticas, la protagonista sigue siendo el epicentro de una lucha emocional que trasciende la guerra: la batalla por la identidad, el perdón y la maternidad bajo el trauma. Min 22: HACKS 4 (4 estrellas) En su cuarta temporada, Hacks demuestra que sigue teniendo algo que decir —y lo hace con el filo de siempre, pero con una madurez emocional que se siente más afilada y menos cínica. La comedia dramática de HBO Max, creada por Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs y Jen Statsky, continúa explorando la turbulenta, pero magnética relación entre Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) y Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder), ahora en una etapa donde la fama ya no es aspiración, sino una carga. Min 26: THE WHITE LOTUS 3: FINAL SIN 4 ESTRELLAS (3,5) La cuarta temporada de The White Lotus prometía ser la más audaz hasta la fecha: un nuevo resort, nuevos rostros privilegiados, y el ya clásico cadáver flotando como anzuelo narrativo. Pero a diferencia de las anteriores entregas, donde el humor ácido y el comentario social hilaban el caos con inteligencia, esta vez la serie de Mike White cierra su temporada con un desenlace que se siente tan vacío como las maletas de sus protagonistas. Min 36: PREPARADOS PARA THE LAST OF US. T2 "The Last of Us" temporada 2 abre con una herida sin cerrar y una tensión brutal Después de una primera temporada que conquistó a crítica y público al adaptar con fidelidad e inteligencia el aclamado videojuego de Naughty Dog, The Last of Us regresa con un primer episodio de su segunda temporada que no pierde el tiempo: es intenso, emocionalmente devastador y, sobre todo, valiente. Min 39. BSO THE CHOSEN (LOS ELEGIDOS) 3,5 estrellas Compuesta principalmente por Matthew S. Nelson y Dan Haseltine (vocalista de la banda Jars of Clay), la banda sonora de The Chosen no busca dramatizar lo evidente, sino subrayar lo invisible: la tensión interna de los personajes, el misterio de lo divino en lo cotidiano, y la humanidad profunda de figuras como Jesús, Pedro o María Magdalena. Aprovechando el estreno en salas de "La última cena", el primer capítulo de su quinta temporada, analizamos con Ángel Luque la aportación musical de "The Chosen".

The Lunar New Year travel period has begun! Chinese tourists are staggering their trips to South East Asia to avoid the Golden Week travel rush... So, following this trend, we've expedited our monthly round-up. This week, Gary and Hannah assess the Top 8 talking points from a very hectic January 2025 – perhaps even more frenetic than usual given the fairly early occurrence of the LNY. This month's top takeaways take us to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Laos, Myanmar… and more. Along the way, we discuss the Thai Prime Minister's AI video to assure Chinese tourists about safety, Bali buries its hotel development moratorium, the Visit 2026 campaign experiences hiccups in Malaysia, and there's an unexpected move in Laos as it revokes visa waivers. Plus, we touch on an intriguing budget win by the Secretary of Tourism  in the Philippines, and we celebrate the first same-sex marriage ceremonies in Thailand. 

In this episode of the China EVs & More podcast, Tu Le and Lei Xing provide a comprehensive analysis of recent developments in the global EV and mobility sectors, with a spotlight on Tesla's “We Robot” event and China's growing influence in the global EV market. The duo delves into autonomous driving technologies, China's aggressive EV strategies, and the impact of trade tensions between China and the EU.Key Topics Covered:•Tesla's “We Robot” Event: A breakdown of Tesla's announcements, including the Cybercab and Robo-van, and their implications for the U.S. and global markets.•China EV Trends: BYD's rise as the top automaker in China, surpassing SAIC, and the competitive dynamics during China's Golden Week sales.•Global Trade and Policy: Discussion on China's potential retaliatory tariffs and their impact on the EU and U.S. markets.•Foxconn's EV Expansion: Analysis of Foxconn's new vehicles and their strategies for entering the U.S. market.This episode blends industry insights with engaging conversations on the future of EVs, autonomy, and geopolitical challenges shaping the auto industry.List of Mentioned CompaniesAutomakers:1.Tesla2.BYD3.Xpeng4.LeapMotor5.NIO6.GAC Aion7.Lynk & Co8.General Motors (GM)9.Ford10.Volkswagen11.Rivian12.SAIC13.Mercedes-Benz14.BMW15.Porsche16.Audi17.Cadillac18.Chevrolet19.Buick20.SkywellSuppliers and Technology Companies:1.Foxconn (Foxtron)2.CATL3.Gotion4.WeLion5.Electrion6.Witricity7.ValeoStartups and Smaller Firms:1.Lyten (Sulfur Battery Startup)2.LiBRIDGE (Battery Advocacy Group)Others:1.Uber2.Cruise3.Waymo4.LG Chem5.Pininfarina (Design Firm)6.Bloomberg (Media)7.Reuters (Media)

STR's Jesper Palmqvist and Matthew Burke join the podcast to discuss the latest across the Asia Pacific region, including whether recent stimulus efforts -- and the Golden Week holiday -- will help spur a travel rebound in China.

With Chinese markets up and down after Golden Week, Fred Neumann talks to Erin Xin about stimulus measures and what they mean for investors and the economy.Disclaimer: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/vhnST6S. Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China's October National Day public holiday is the third 'Golden Week' of the year. In 2024, it just wrapped up amid a global sense that Chinese outbound tourism is definitively back. Twenty-one months after China reopened for travel, destinations across South East Asia, Asia Pacific and worldwide enjoyed their most optimistic Golden Week since the corresponding period way back in 2019. To discuss the top takeaways, Gary is joined by Sienna Parulis-Cook, Director of Marketing & Communications for Dragon Trail international. In a broad-ranging discussion, we dissect various key issues, ranging from visa-free travel to events and festivals, and data from the top OTAs and niche booking platforms to the two most-visited destinations, Hong Kong and Macau. Intriguing Golden Week hotspots under discussion also include Georgia, Italy, Turkey, Japan and Malaysia, and we track the shifts in Chinese traveller sentiment from Dragon Trail's new survey. Plus, we chart the ongoing rise of red-hot travel and lifestyle app Xiaohongshu, and place our cards on the table about the Chinese travel trends to watch out for in 2025.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Asia-Pacific markets are trading higher, with a special focus on Singapore's tech stocks AEM, UMS, and Frencken Group, which face unique challenges despite AI-driven growth. China's market mood takes center stage post-Golden Week, affecting companies like Las Vegas Sands and Wynn Resorts. In corporate news, PepsiCo and Roblox stumble, while Hyundai's IPO plans soar, and WeightWatchers enters the obesity drug market. Plus, SingTel faces issues with network outages impacting customer and emergency services. Tune in for the full market breakdown!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin today's edition of the show all about markets and investments features guest Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend. Michelle she explores market reactions to China's post-Golden Week market dip, questioning if recent stimulus measures can rejuvenate a volatile landscape. Cheng Chye Hsern offers insights into how investors should approach China's rally — bull or bear? Shifting to the US, the Federal Reserve's major rate cut sparks a discussion on its impact on stocks. Finally, US tech stocks face headwinds this quarter. Discover if it's time to reduce exposure to tech and pivot to the broader S&P 500.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed markets looking to rebound one day after the worst session for the Dow and S&P 500 in a month. Mainland China markets rose to 2-year highs before paring some gains in their first trading session since the "Golden Week" holiday, but Hong Kong's Hang Seng tumbled on the lack of additional stimulus measures out of Beijing. Also in focus: Hurricane Milton update plus  Disney and insurers, Nvidia surpasses Microsoft to become the world's second-most valuable company, Roblox responds to Hindenburg Research taking a short position in the stock. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

US stocks fell due to concerns about the Middle East, a fall in large-cap tech stocks (except Nvidia), and reduced expectations for interest rate cuts following a strong US labour market. Oil prices rose above USD 80 a barrel on Middle East concerns, but then fell back due to lack of new stimulus measures announced by China. The USD strengthened to a 7-week high against major currencies, while gold held steady. Chinese stocks initially surged after a week-long holiday, but gave up some gains as investors were disappointed by the lack of new stimulus measures announced after the Golden Week holiday. This also weighed on Hong Kong shares, which are down sharply today. Manuel Villegas, Next Generation Research, notes that a Democratic sweep is a tail risk for digital assets.00:00 Introduction by Lucija Caculovic (Investment Writing)00:24 Markets wrap-up by Mike Rauber (Investment Writing)07:34 Digital assets: Manuel Villages (Head of Next Generation Research)11:13 Closing remarks by Lucija Caculovic (Investment Writing)Would you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Wall Street technology stocks are under pressure as expectations for Fed rate cuts diminish. Oil prices rise 3% due to increased Middle East war risks, while insurance stocks plunge as Hurricane Milton intensifies to Category 5 near Florida. In China, markets reopen after Golden Week, with iron ore advancing on hopes for further China stimulus. Locally, the RBA is set to release its September meeting minutes, while Aussie shares and the dollar are weighed down by risk-off sentiment. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China's box office revenue is seeing rapid growth during the ongoing National Day holiday, with director Chen Kaige's war epic "The Volunteers: The Battle of Life and Death" continuing its reign in the race.

Ahead of US non-farm payrolls data due out later today, and following the latest developments in the Middle East, European and US stock markets closed lower yesterday. Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea, however, had a positive session as mainland China continued to enjoy the Golden Week holiday. Tim Gagie, Head of FX & PM Solutions Geneva, provided his weekly update on what to watch in the currency markets, covering the US dollar, the Swiss franc, the British pound and the Japanese yen.00:00 Introduction by Helen Freer (Investment Writing)00:21 Markets wrap-up by Bernadette Anderko (Investment Writing)06:03 Currencies and metals: Tim Gagie (Head of FX & PM Solutions Geneva)10:02 Closing remarks by Helen Freer (Investment Writing)Would you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

More Chinese are expected to travel overseas during the Golden Week holiday period running from 1 - 7 October. Will Malaysia be a beneficiary of improved consumer sentiment? We discuss the tourism trends and policy initiatives needed to boost the industry with Nigel Wong of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA).Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

It's the first day of a new month and Wall Street has seen modest gains following Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments. The S&P 500 secured its fourth consecutive quarter of gains, marking its longest winning streak since 2021. In company news, Tesla shares surged ahead of its Robotaxi debut. Meanwhile, Chinese markets are closed for Golden Week. Locally, the ASX 200 posted its best September quarter since 2013, though Aussie shares are expected to slip from record highs on Tuesday. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hotels and tourist destinations are bracing for a flood of eager spenders as October's Golden Week arrives. We discuss the People's Republic of China's accomplishments on its 75th birthday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a preview of the September jobs report and the Vice Presidential debate. In the UK – a look at some of the challenges France's new government will face. In Asia – a look ahead to China's Golden Week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a preview of the September jobs report and the Vice Presidential debate. In the UK – a look at some of the challenges France's new government will face. In Asia – a look ahead to China's Golden Week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast Show Notes: Furniture Industry News – September 25, 2024Episode Summary:In this episode, we explore critical developments shaping the furniture industry, from interest rate cuts and shifting consumer confidence to holiday spending trends, logistics challenges, and the evolving shopping habits of Gen Z. Stay informed about these key insights that could impact your business in the coming months.Key Topics Discussed:Impact of Interest Rate Cuts on the Furniture and Housing Market:The Federal Reserve's decision to lower interest rates could boost the housing market by reducing mortgage rates, potentially increasing home sales.New homeowners are key customers for furniture retailers, but the impact may take several months to materialize.Decline in Consumer Confidence:The Consumer Confidence Index dropped from 105.6 to 98.7 in September, reflecting economic concerns about income, business conditions, and the job market.Retailers should prepare for potential changes in consumer behavior, particularly reduced spending on big-ticket items like furniture.Holiday Spending Trends:Despite economic concerns, consumers are expected to prioritize holiday spending, creating potential opportunities for furniture retailers, especially on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.Home decor and spontaneous online purchases are key areas of interest for holiday shoppers, presenting a chance for retailers to capture impulse sales with targeted promotions.Logistics Challenges:Potential labor strikes and China's Golden Week holiday could disrupt supply chains. Furniture companies are advised to plan ahead by communicating forecasts and booking shipments early to avoid delays.Understanding Gen Z's Shopping Preferences:Gen Z shoppers value convenience, mobile-friendly experiences, and ethical business practices. Furniture retailers should focus on digital-first experiences and align with social and environmental values to attract this growing consumer base.The Return of the Fall Casual Market in Atlanta:The Atlanta market returned to a twice-yearly schedule, benefiting outdoor and casual furnishings retailers. Attendance was lower than in July, but exhibitors appreciated the slower pace for planning retail programs.Takeaway Message:The furniture industry is evolving rapidly, with external factors such as interest rates, consumer confidence, and logistics presenting both challenges and opportunities. Staying adaptable, understanding consumer behavior, and proactively planning for disruptions are essential for success in this dynamic market.

US futures are indicating a softer open. European equity markets are mixed and Asian markets were mostly higher. Markets are still reacting to last week's Federal Reserve rate cut, with futures indicating a 50% chance of another cut in November. In China, the PBOC reduced its 14-day reverse repo rate by 10 basis points ahead of the upcoming Golden Week holiday. This move follows weak macro data for August and comes as CNY1.5 trillion in funds are set to mature this week. In Japan, takeaways from the recent BOJ meeting, and Governor Ueda's press conference, leaned dovish, signaling a potential delay in rate hikes to December.Companies Mentioned: Intel, Tesla, BMW, Volkswagen, Vail Resorts

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