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Illustration of Shoji Kudaka and Takahiro Takiguchi

(Illustration by Yukiyo Oda/Stripes Japan)

I really enjoy streaming shows on Netflix. After, I can’t wait for the next season to arrive. To express my expectation in Japanese, I would say:

"Tsugi no seezun ga machidooshii desu” which means “I can’t wait for the next season to arrive.”

(“tsugi” – next, “no”– of, “ga” – an article to indicate a subject, “machidooshii” – can’t wait for/much-anticipated, “desu” – is)

While you’re watching you may catch some Okinawa spots featured in the series. Learn more about those filming locations like Mutabaru Observatory and Daisekirinzan.

See you in the next episode of Speakin’ Japanese!

Shoji Kudaka is a writer based in Okinawa. Kudaka covers travel, food and culture for Stars and Stripes Okinawa. When he is not exploring the stunning local beaches or going on treks through jungles and caves, you can find him trying out new recipes he shares online and in the paper.

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