Just Japan Podcast - 217: Adventure in Japan -Softypapa 2.0 (with Kurt Bell)
Release Date: 04/19/2024
Christmas Party in Japan! - From Japan to Korea (Classic Just Japan Podcast)
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In Episode 92 of the Just Japan Podcast there's a party! A Christmas Party! Guests Steve Miller of the Asia News Weekly Podcast, Mully of the Mully's Place Podcast and Kathryn and Russ of the Kitty Does Japan YouTube channel join the podcast for the 2nd annual Christmas Party Podcast! Learn about Christmas in Japan and Korea. How do people celebrate the occasion? What do they eat and what do they do? The guests share fun stories about the Holiday Season in Japan and South Korea as well as their favorite Holiday movies and activities. (Originally published on December 22nd, 2015) ...
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Classic Christmas Party in Japan
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Listen to this amazing CLASSIC Christmas episode from December 2016. I chatted with Brian Waters (MyTwoYen) and Jaysan (NapaJapan) about their multi-cultural family traditions in Japan. We talk about Christmas and New Years celebrations in Japan. It was a fun, fun discussion! You can currently find me over on: Supernatural Japan Podcast: Apple: Spotify: Tales from Kevin Podcast: Apple: Spotify: Instagram: BlueSky: X: YouTube:
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Supernatural Japan Podcast
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Supernatural Japan is a spine-chilling podcast that explores Japan’s darkest legends, real-life hauntings, mysterious urban myths, and forgotten folklore. Hosted by educator and storyteller Kevin O’Shea, each episode takes listeners deep into ghost stories, haunted places, yokai, and true crime cases with supernatural twists—all set against the backdrop of Japan’s rich cultural history. Whether you're fascinated by yurei, yokai, or eerie unsolved mysteries, Supernatural Japan is your gateway to the country’s most terrifying tales. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever...
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Just Japan Podcast - 235: Retiring in Japan with Kurt Bell
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In the latest episode of the Just Japan Podcast, I welcome back returning guest Kurt Bell, better known as Softypapa on YouTube. When we last spoke, Kurt was in the U.S. with his Japanese wife, preparing for retirement and planning a move back to Japan. A year later, he’s made that dream a reality—retired, relocated, and now living in Japan full-time. Kurt shares his fascinating journey of purchasing and settling into an akiya (an abandoned house) in rural Japan and offers insights into his new lifestyle as a retired American resident. We also dive into his ongoing work as a well-known...
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Supernatural Japan
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Do you love true crime, ghost stories, and paranormal mysteries? Then you’ll love Supernatural Japan — where Japan’s most chilling true crime cases collide with ancient folklore and eerie urban legends. Each episode uncovers a new mystery: unsolved murders with ghostly connections, haunted places locals fear to enter, bizarre disappearances, and encounters with yōkai — Japan’s mysterious spirits and creatures. It’s part true crime, part supernatural, and completely addictive. Whether you're fascinated by Japanese culture, love horror stories, or just want something...
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Just Japan Podcast- 234: Hibagon (ヒバゴン) - Japan’s Bigfoot with Kyle Brink
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The Hibagon (ヒバゴン) is the Japanese equivalent of the North American Bigfoot. Many believe that it inhabits the areas around Mount Hiba in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. In this episode, we talk to Canadian author Kyle Brink. He has been researching Hibagon for many years and is based in Hiroshima Prefecture. He is the author of the book, “Hibagon: Japanese Bigfoot.” If you are a cryptids and Bigfoot lore fan, you’ll love this episode! Kyle’s book:https://www.amazon.com/Hibagon-Japanese-Bigfoot-Kyle-Brink/dp/B08X6DX7KS Kyle’s YouTube channel with loads of Hibagon...
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Just Japan Podcast - 233: Hidden Paths Kyoto and Spooky Japan
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Want to get away from the crush of tourists in Japan and see a less known side? If so, then Phillip Jackson is your guy! Phillip is the author of many books, including Hidden Paths Kyoto, Paranormal Kansai, and Paranormal Japan. He’s a tour guide, writer, musician, and someone who can tell some tremendous historical tales about Japan. Find Phillip Jackson online: Support the podcast: Follow Kevin O’Shea (host) on social media: BlueSky: Instagram: Facebook: X: YouTube:
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Just Japan Podcast - 232: Revisiting the Benton Homestead on Omishima Island
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In this episode, we revisit Evan and Dani Benton from the Benton Homestead on Omishima Island in Ehime, Japan. They have purchased two akiya (abandoned homes) and turned one into the Benton Guesthouse. We first met them in episode 219. They have done so much since then. We chatted about their farming on the island, how their abandoned home renovations are going, beekeeping, appearing on American television and much more. This is another great episode for anyone dreaming of buying and renovating an old home in Japan. You can learn about everything Evan and Dani are doing here: ...
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Just Japan Podcast - 231: Adventure in Japan - Walking from Kyoto to Yamaguchi
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Tony R. Vega joined us once again. Tony is an American podcaster and Japan content creator featured in episode 208. Last year, he walked the entire 500 km of the Old Tokaido Road, and this Fall, he walked from Kyoto to Yamaguchi Prefecture. That’s a fantastic feat for anyone, but even more so for Tony since he is legally blind. Listen to his amazing story and listen to his podcast, Japan Station. Tony online: Tony on X: Japan Station Podcast: Support the podcast: Follow Kevin O’Shea (host) on social media: BlueSky: Instagram: Facebook: X: YouTube:
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Just Japan Podcast - 230: The Shikoku 88 Temples Pilgrimage
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Have you heard about the famed 88 Temples Pilgrimage on Shikoku? In this episode, host Kevin O’Shea chats with his friend Kevin Tarpey. Kevin is based in rural Japan and is a walker and explorer. 2 years ago, he walked the entire 88 Temples Pilgrimage on Shikoku. Kevin is a born storyteller and adventurer and shares his amazing story with all of us. If you have a taste for adventure in Japan, then this is the episode for you! Follow Kevin Tarpey on Instagram: Support the podcast: Follow Kevin O’Shea (host) on social media: BlueSky: Instagram: Facebook: X: YouTube:
info_outlineIn this episode, Kevin chats with one of the original Japan YouTubers (jvloggers), Kurt Bell, aka, Softypapa. In the early days of YouTube, Kurt made fascinating videos about his life in rural Shizuoka and brought us along on countless hiking adventures in the deep forests and mountains. We explored abandoned villages and learned about long forgotten shines with Kurt. After 10 years in Japan, he returned to America. After 10 years in California, Kurt is on the verge of retirement and will return to Japan to continue his rural adventures. Learn more about his amazing story in this episode!
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