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Discover Japan through conversations with fascinating people. Every episode host Tony Vega is joined by a guest to talk about all aspects of Japan, including the Japanese language, history, Japanese pop culture, food, anime, manga, movies, music, comedy, the impact of Japanese culture around the world, underground social movements, social issues in Japan, and much more. Episodes are released on the first of every month. Bonus episodes are regularly released on the fifteenth of the month. For ...
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Every other week, tune into 8-4 Play for talk about Japan, video games, and Japanese video games, straight from the 8-4 offices in beautiful downtown Tokyo.
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This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.
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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A history of the people of Japan, from the prehistoric Jomon period to the modern era. WARNING: This podcast occasionally touches on subjects of human sexuality, suicide, violence, and torture.
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This podcast offers a firsthand exploration of my and other foreigners' experiences living in Japan, providing intimate insights into daily life, cultural nuances, and the unique aspects of Japanese society. Through personal anecdotes and discussions, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of Japanese culture and the enriching journey of adapting to life in Japan.
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Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan is a Japanese history podcast where we will be going through a chronological history of Japan. We will start with prehistory and continue up through the Meiji period. Episodes are released as soon as they are available--working on a monthly release schedule.
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Helping you better understand Japan and the Japanese language one question at a time. Every episode Tony and Ryan--two guys with master's degrees in Japanese Language & Linguistics--draw on their experiences in Japan and extensive research in both Japanese and English to shed light on all aspects of Japan. From the many interesting quirks of the Japanese language to obscure Japanese history, as well as busting misconceptions about Japan held by both Japanese peole and Westerners, Tony and Ry ...
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A weekly roundup of the week's biggest — and smallest — national news, crime, politics and entertainment stories from Japan Today with a dash of opinionated commentary and a sprinkling of readers' comments. Ready for you every Friday evening (JST).
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Join writer/Japanophile Josh Furr on a treasure hunt through the "back" of Japan: the underrated and overlooked Hokuriku region, including present day Fukui, Niigata and Toyama prefectures.
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Voices in Japan

Voices in Japan

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Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of lif ...
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Got Faded Japan

Got Faded Japan. Johnny

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The GOT FADED JAPAN podcast opens a tinted window into Japan’s subculture, wild news, hidden peoples, underground parties, and all the other weekly fun, mischief & mayhem!
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A Japanese teacher talks in Japanese. As a teacher, I try to speak in not too difficult but not too easy Japanese. 日本語を勉強している人のための日本語トーク!日本語教師の友が、難しすぎない簡単すぎない、ちょうどいい日本語で話します。 Any levels of Japanese learners are welcome to this Podcast. Each title has a number from N1 to N5, which shows JLPT level. タイトルのN1〜N5の数字はJLPTのレベルです。 応援はこちらまで↓ https://www.paypal.me/ltjtomo/ 意見、感想、トピックのリクエストetc [email protected] https://twitter.com/L_T_I_J https://www.instagram.com/lets_talk_in_Japanese s ...
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Japan Real Estate

Nippon Tradings International (NTI)

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From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets. Find us at http://www.nippontradings.com
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Adventure, hidden secrets, cultural discovery, as well as how to get to, and enjoy Japan from near or far. A podcast for everyone. Weekly podcast-exclusive topics, as well as going in-depth on topics covered on the Tokyo Lens YouTube Channel (YouTube.com/TokyoLens). !!!WARNING!!! This podcast is a 100% unfiltered, nearly-unedited, ramble-a-thon where we get distracted, go off topic, and just enjoy a great time getting lost in thought together! You've been warned (^_-) Welcome to the Tokyo Le ...
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Japan's Top Business Interviews is the premier business interview podcast for people who want to know more about business in japan. The guests cover a range of industries and organisation sizes, to present a thorough overview of issues with leading in Japan. If you are a leader, especialy someone leading in Japan, then this is the podcast for you.
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Seek Sustainable Japan

jjwalsh / InboundAmbassador

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Seek Sustainable Japan launched in 2020 to entertain and inspire us all, sparking ideas through discussions about Japanese culture, travel & traditions with insiders and experts across Japan. All of the guests on the show are creating a more sustainable [i.e. better people-planet-profits balance] Japan in some way through their work, projects and way of life.
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A show about my experiences of living abroad in Japan. I have been living in Japan since 2016. Listen in on my adventures, family life and things going on in Japan. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/living-la-vida-in-japan/support
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Unpacking Japan

Produced by ZenGroup

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Welcome to Unpacking Japan, a podcast that explores the experiences of people living in Japan. Our channel is dedicated to discussing topics related to work and life in Japan as well as cultural differences, language barriers, food and travel. Unpacking Japan is hosted by Tobi who is passionate about Japan and has a first-hand experience of the challenges and joys of living as a foreigner in this beautiful country. Tobi's guests include expats or locals who share their unique perspectives an ...
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Japan Eats!

Heritage Radio Network

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What is Japanese food? Sushi, or ramen, or kaiseki? What about Izakaya? Akiko Katayama, a Japanese native, New York-based food writer and director of the New York Japanese Culinary Academy, tells you all about real Japanese food and food culture. With guests ranging from sake producers with generations of experience to American chefs pushing the envelope of Japanese gastronomy, Japanese cuisine is demystified here!
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Japan Distilled

Christopher Pellegrini, Stephen Lyman

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Distilled spirits have been made in Japan for over 600 years, but even today these drinks remain unknown outside the Land of the Rising Sun. Join shochu and awamori ambassadors Christopher Pellegrini and Stephen Lyman bi-weekly for a deep dive into Japan's best kept secrets. If you enjoy exploring craft spirits from around the world, but think whisky is the most popular Japanese spirit, you are in for a treat with the Japan Distilled podcast.
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Tricky area in sales, showmanship. The word has a certain odor about it that reeks of fake, duplicity, con game, spruker, carnival barker, etc. Yet, like storytelling, this is an important part of the sales professional’s repertoire. Clients are card carrying members of the Great Guild Of Skeptics. They are highly doubtful about salespeople’s claim…
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In the second part of the Fabulous 500th Multi-Guest Episode we caught up with 4 wonderful organic and natural farmers on their latest projects and insights. Nao Fukuoka is cofounder of Iniabi farms in Hiroshima / Heather is cofounder of Nagano Naturally in Nagano / Chuck is founder of Midori farms in Kyoto and Shiga / Thomas Kloepfer is founder of…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Burke, Matt, and Ben talk about the current costs of living in Japan. It’s not quite a crisis compared to some countries around the world, but with the Japanese Yen at all time lows, daily costs have decreased considerably against the US dollar. They compar…
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The northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido, also has its own brand of yōkai and mythical creatures. Here I talk about seven of them. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books inc…
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🎙️ 便利な世界に飛び込もう! 🚀 日本のコンビニは何故こんなにも素晴らしいのか、考えたことはありますか?そして自動販売機やウォシュレットが日本の超便利な魅力の一部に過ぎない理由とは? 🌟 一方で、アメリカは広大な駐車スペースや無限の収納スペースなど、独自の魅力を誇っています。 🏙️ 今週もちーちゃんとやっこと一緒に、日本とアメリカの便利なものやちょっと変わった便利アイテムなどを解き明かしていきませんか 🌏✨ 小さな気付きから大きな発見まで、一緒にうなずいたり、思わず笑ったりすること間違いなし。さぁ再生ボタンを押して、手放せなくなる便利さを見つけてみましょう! 🎧🚀 🎙️ Dive into a World of Convenience! 🚀 Ever wondered what makes…
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Conversation with Akiya-Mart Co-Founders Find us at https://nippontradings.com/ for advice, consultations, free referrals to local professionals, and all of your Japan Real Estate needs! Email Emil Gorgees on [email protected] for all of your Tokyo/Kanto family home & home-owner mortgage needs Contact the experts at "Ark Reform" for a free consul…
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ON PODCAST 166 DONATE: PAYPAL.ME/JAPANWUT Asia is going through a dynamic shift in power, with the rise of China on one side, and pull of America on the other. Looking forward, what does this mean economically, technologically, and culturally? Joining the podcast from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is Fuad Alabaster, the Executive Director at Halogen Capi…
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Ito-koku and Na-koku were the next two countries on the path of the Wei envoys noted in the Gishiwajinden. They likely refer to the areas known today as Itoshima and Fukuoka, so what do we know about these places in the Yayoi period, and how is it that by the 3rd century Yamato seemed to have taken the foremost position on the archipelago and not o…
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Our guest today is Thomas Frebel, the creative director at Noma. Noma is the famed restaurant in Copenhagen with numerous accolades, including three Michelin stars and The World’s 50 Best Restaurants’ No. 1 spot four times in a row from 2010 to 2014. Since its opening in 2003, Noma’s chef/owner René Redzepi has been inspiring the world through his …
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Got Faded Japan ep 749! In this action-packed episode, Johnny and Tom kill their dreaded weekend hangovers by sucking down cocktails and discussing what's happening in Tokyo Town! In this week's news, The Joker attempts to take over Tokyo, Vietnamese smugglers busted in high stakes bike export, Jet Ski bandit arrested BOND STYLE, and much much more…
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Meet James, a professional storm chaser based in Japan, who sits down to talk to us about the thrill and danger of storm chasing, and how his work has changed over the past 20 years. Follow James: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthUncutTV https://www.earthuncut.tv/ https://www.x.com/EarthUncutTV https://www.instagram.com/earthuncuttv/ https://www.faceb…
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This week on the Revised Introduction to Japanese History: the Occupation comes to an end, but what happens next? This week is all about the 1950s, when clashing visions of Japan's future would culminate in one of the largest protests in the nation's history, laying the groundwork for the political world that has existed ever since. Show notes here…
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Send us a Text Message. Meet Han Yean, an apprentice to a Master Craftsman of Kendo Armor. Han's journey into the world of kendo began at a young age, where his fascination with the craft of creating kendo armor took root. By serendipity, he crossed paths with a revered Master Craftsman and forged a deep friendship. Despite numerous hopefuls, inclu…
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In Waiting for the Cool Moon: Anti-Imperialist Struggles in the Heart of Japan's Empire (Duke UP, 2024) Wendy Matsumura interrogates the erasure of colonial violence at the heart of Japanese nation-state formation. She critiques Japan studies’ role in this effacement and contends that the field must engage with anti-Blackness and anti-Indigeneity a…
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Learning Japanese While Spending Six Weeks In Japan Season 3 Episode 24 Welcome to a very special episode of Lost Without Japan, where we sit down with Toto from Megijima Island Guest House and Cafe Megino as we discuss what services are offered to you, the Lost Without Japan Listener. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bee.sneez/ YouTube: https:…
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Japan’s summer music festivals survived the pandemic but they now face new threats: extreme heat, a weak yen and aging audiences. Music writer Patrick St. Michel joins us to talk about the “Big Four” festivals and how these challenges are changing the way we have fun during summer. Hosted by Shaun McKenna and produced by Dave Cortez. On this episod…
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On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the Miyajima Challenge: my upcoming walk from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed About the Miyajima Challenge Why I am walking from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture About the course of the Miyajima Challenge (Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Okayama, Hiroshima) About raising aware…
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Welcome to Japan This Week! Join hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong as they recap the most significant news stories from Japan Today for the week of June 28, 2024. This episode covers a range of topics from political pranks in Tokyo's gubernatorial election to tragic incidents on Mount Fuji and controversial crimes involving U.S. servicemen. Plu…
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In recent years, Japan has experienced a surge in tourism, with millions flocking to its stunning temples, bustling cities, and serene landscapes. However, this boom has also brought about a significant issue: overtourism. As more travelers visit, overcrowding and a minority of obnoxious tourists has become increasingly problematic, causing frustra…
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