How to say "Memory" in Japanese

When translating "memory" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 思い出 and 記憶. In Japanese, 思い出 (思い出 (omoide)) is typically associated with "memory, recollection" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents A noun referring to past experiences or events that are remembered. Often carries a sentimental or nostalgic feeling.. On the other hand, 記憶 (きおく (kioku)) maps to "memory; recollection; remembrance" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Refers to remembering things, storage of memory, or recollections of past events. Often used as 記憶に新しい or 記憶力. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Memory! "The memory of the exact moment I met you, Haruka-san, is permanently locked in my brain!" ...っ! P-Permanently locked memory! B-Baka! Don't make such romantic storage claims! But... my own memory of our meeting is also un-overwritable, so let's keep writing sweet new pages forever! dummy!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『きおく（記憶）よ！『ハルカ部長と出会った瞬間の記憶は、僕の脳細胞に永久保存されています！』って…っ！脳細胞に永久保存！バカ！…私もあんたとの全ての記憶、上書きせずに永久保存してるんだから、一生幸せなデータを更新し続けなさい！フリーズは禁止よ！』. A literal translation of "memory" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!