Hi! It’s Sensei.
“I can’t sleep because my roommate’s snoring (Ibiki / いびき) is too loud…”
“I want to call my family, but the voices around me are distracting…”
Trainee dormitories often have thin walls, and living with 2 or 3 people in one room is tough, isn’t it?
Do you ever think, “I want my own quiet room!”?
While you can’t just move out, changing your “Earphones” can create your own world in an instant.
Today, I’ll teach you about the magic function that erases surrounding sounds: “Noise Cancelling (Noizu Kyanseringu / ノイズキャンセリング).”
What is Noise Cancelling?
It’s completely different from regular cheap earphones.
It’s a technology where the earphones listen to the surrounding Noise (Zatsuon / 雑音) and erase that sound using digital power.
- The “humming” sound of air conditioners or fans disappears.
- Your roommate’s talking voice sounds like it’s far away.
- You can hear music clearly without turning up the volume (gentle on your ears).
It’s like “putting a lid on your ears.”
With this, you can sleep soundly even in a noisy dorm, and stay focused on your JLPT Listening (Chokai / 聴解) studies!
Which one to buy? Comparison of 3 Famous Brands
There are three famous manufacturers for noise-cancelling earphones.
Let’s compare the “Price (Nedan / 値段)” and “Performance.”
1. Apple (AirPods Pro 3)
If you use an iPhone, the ease of use is No.1.
But look at the price.
Price: About 39,800 yen (Expensive!)
One-third of your salary disappears… I recommend this only if you are rich.
2. Sony (WF-1000XM5)
Japan’s world-strongest brand.
The “silence” is top-tier, but it’s still expensive.
Price: About 28,000 yen (Expensive!)
The sound quality is supreme, but you’ll cry if you drop them.
⚡️ 3. Anker (Soundcore)
The best-selling brand in Japan recently.
The performance is close to Apple or Sony, but the price is “one-fourth”!
Price: About 6,000 yen to 12,000 yen
If you prefer “Smart Savings” over a “Brand Name,” this is definitely the one.
Why Anker is the strongest for trainees
Low price doesn’t mean bad performance.
Using Anker’s noise cancelling will effectively erase your roommate’s snoring.
Choose from these two based on your budget.
① Buy for 6,000 yen: Soundcore Life P3i
If it’s your first time using noise cancelling, this is plenty.
The battery lasts long, and the look is simple and cool.
② Want to erase sound completely: Liberty 4 NC
Price: About 12,000 yen
It features Anker’s latest “Ultra Noise Cancelling.”
It becomes quiet enough to compete with Sony (28,000 yen).
⚠️ 【Warning】Never use while riding a bicycle!
Finally, I’ll teach you a very important rule.
You must not ride a Bicycle (Jitensha / 自転車) while wearing earphones.
👮 You will be caught by the police!
Bicycle rules have recently become stricter in Japan.
If you are caught “Earphone riding,” the police will stop you and you may be fined.
Noise cancelling makes surrounding sounds inaudible, so the risk of an Accident (Kotsu Jiko / 交通事故) is high.
Only use earphones inside trains or in your own room.
Summary: Buy a “Quiet Room” for 6,000 yen
Getting irritated by noise every day can make your mind sick.
With just one pair of earphones, your dorm life will become much more comfortable.
On Amazon, you can buy them easily using Convenience Store Payment (Konbini Barai / コンビニ払い).
If you don’t know how to buy, check the article below!
