Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com
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 the full show notes visit www.japanstationpodcast.com. [email protected]
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That Time I Walked to Hiroshima from KYOTO! Tales from the Miyajima Challenge | Japan Station 139
11/22/2024
That Time I Walked to Hiroshima from KYOTO! Tales from the Miyajima Challenge | Japan Station 139
On this episod eof Japan Station, we talk about some of the interesting things I experienced during my latest 400 km walk from Kyoto to Miyajima (Miyajima Challenge). 👉Topics Discussed About the Miyajima Challenge About my recent walk from Kyoto to Miyajima, Hiroshima About how I got stopped by police in Hiroshima About the time I had to hitchhike in Okayama About my plans to walk to the bottom of Kagoshima And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. For more info on the sponsors of the Miyajima Challenge, check out the links below. The Dubya Club: Here is the Doge Day video I mentioned in the episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMz258a8ADs&t=14s 👉Follow on Social Media
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The Past & Future of Earthquakes & Disasters in Japan (Robert D. Eldridge) | Japan Station 138
11/01/2024
The Past & Future of Earthquakes & Disasters in Japan (Robert D. Eldridge) | Japan Station 138
On this episod eof Japan Station, Dr. Robert D. Eldridge returns to talk about natural disasters in Japan, his work on Operation Tomodachi during the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, Japan's ability to respond to natural disasters and more. 👉Topics Discussed Disasters and earthquakes in Japan About the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake in 1995 About crisis management in Japan About disaster preparedness in Japan About writing the blueprint for what would become Operation Tomodachi The 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami How the U.S. got involved with helping Japan after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami What Operation Tomodachi was How Operation Tomodachi was implemented How bureacracy in Japan complicated disaster preparedness About restoring Sendai Airport after the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake About the Forward Command Element's role in the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami About General Craig Timberlake's role during the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami About General Kimizuka's role during the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami About the Nankai Trough What kanrenshi (関連死) is About kanrenshi problem (related deaths) About the Show 21 Nankai Earthquake The Issei Bay Typhoon in 1959 About the Niigata Earthquake in 1964 How the foreign population in Japan may complicate things after a major disaster Things to be aware of to be ready when a disaster strikes About The Era of Gread Disasters And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. Books mentioned: 👉Follow on Social Media
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10 Japanese Abbreviations & Contractions To Know! | Japan Station 137
10/29/2024
10 Japanese Abbreviations & Contractions To Know! | Japan Station 137
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese abbreviations/contractions, give 12 examples and discuss their origins. 👉Topics Discussed About abbreviations and contractions in Japanese About waseieigo (made in English) About the origins of the Sharp company About the Japanese word wanchan About the possible origin of the word potation in Japanese: jagaimo And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. Today's words Kyōkasho 教科書 【きょうかしょ】 (n) textbook; coursebook; schoolbook karaoke カラオケ : 空オケ 【からオケ; カラオケ(P)】 (n) (uk) (from 空 and オーケストラ) karaoke dentaku 電卓 【でんたく】 (n) (abbr) (See 電子式卓上計算機) calculator (electronic); pocket calculator sofutokurīmu ソフトクリーム : ソフトクリーム; ソフト・クリーム (n) {food} soft serve ice cream (wasei: soft cream) bōrupen ボールペン : ボールペン(P); ボール・ペン (n) ball-point pen (wasei: ball pen) shāpen シャーペン : シャーペン; シャープペン; シャアペン(sk) (n) (abbr) (See シャープペンシル) mechanical pencil; automatic pencil; propelling pencil chūhai 酎ハイ 【ちゅうハイ; チューハイ(P); チュウハイ】 (n) (uk) (abbr) (See 焼酎ハイボール) shōchū highball; cocktail of shōchū with tonic water purikura プリクラ (n) (abbr) photo booth that prints out cards and stickers of the resulting photograph, which are then traded among friends (wasei: print club) ワイシャツ ワイシャツ : Ｙシャツ 【ワイシャツ】 (n) (uk) (formal) shirt (eng: white shirt); dress shirt; business shirt; button-up shirt densha 電車 【でんしゃ】 (n) train; electric train wanchan ワンチャン (n) (1) (abbr) (See ワンチャンス) one chance; only opportunity; (n) (2) (sl) maybe; perhaps; there is a chance that; (n) (3) (sl) one-night stand; : ワンちゃん(P); わんちゃん; ワンチャン ; (n) (chn) (See わんわん・1) doggie; pooch; bow-wow jagaimo ジャガイモ : じゃが芋(P); ジャガ芋(P) 【じゃがいも(じゃが芋)(P); ジャガいも(ジャガ芋)(P); ジャガイモ】 (n) (uk) (See ジャガタラ芋) potato (Solanum tuberosum) 👉Follow on Social Media
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The Shimabara Rebellion, Yokai and More! (Charles Kowalski) | Japan Station 136
09/29/2024
The Shimabara Rebellion, Yokai and More! (Charles Kowalski) | Japan Station 136
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the Shimabara Rebellion, yÅkai and more with the author of the Simon Grey books, Charles Kowalski. 👉Topics Discussed What is the Shimabara Rebellion (島原ã®ä¹±, Shimabara no ran) About the hidden Christians of Nagasaki/Shimabara About the building of Shimabara Castle About researching the Shimabara Rebellion About Amakusa Shiro (益田 四郎) The legends surrounding Amakusa Shiro About researching the Shimabara Rebellion in Nagasaki About getting to see the actual flag of Amakusa Shiro About Dejima About the Gashadokuro About Takiyasha hime About tengu About training with modern day Shugendo practitioners About the language and customs of hidden Christians in Japan And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. Check out the first book in the Simon Grey book series for free via the link below. And check out the Simon Grey homepage for more information, including on the upcoming book Simon Grey and the Curse of the Dragon King. 👉Follow on Social Media
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The Etymology of TAMAGO and Other Egg Stuff (Japanese Plus Alpha 01) | Japan Station 135
09/21/2024
The Etymology of TAMAGO and Other Egg Stuff (Japanese Plus Alpha 01) | Japan Station 135
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the etymology of the Japanese word for egg (tamago) and other interesting quirks of this word! Note: This is actually an episode of Japanese Plus Alpha. 👉Topics Discussed The phrase ~no tamago The etymology of the word tamago kaigo vs tamago The difference between tamago written with one kanji (卵) and tamago written with two kanji (玉子) And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. No links 👉Follow on Social Media
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The Tale of Genji Explained (Dr. Lynne Miyake) | Japan Station 134
09/01/2024
The Tale of Genji Explained (Dr. Lynne Miyake) | Japan Station 134
about, it's its significance and its fascinating manga adaptations. 👉Topics Discussed What The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari) is about The historical significance of The Tale of Genji The influence of The Tale of Genji About the ending of The Tale of Genji About the English translations of The Tale of Genji and their differences About the many manga adaptations of The Tale of Genji About the manga II ne, Hikaru Genji About what is so interesting about The Tale of Genji About how The Tale of Genji is taught in schools in Japan About the versions of The Tale of Genji that are cleaned up and adapted for children About tourist sites related to The Tale of Genji About Dr. Lynne Miyake's book: The Tale of Genji through Contenporary Manga And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. You can use the link below to pick up a copy of The Tale of Genji through Contemporary Manga by Lynne MiyakeHere's the 11 words we discussed in this episode: 👉Follow on Social Media
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10 Words Only in Japanese DEBUNKED?! | Japan Station 133
08/21/2024
10 Words Only in Japanese DEBUNKED?! | Japan Station 133
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about 10 words that only exist in Japanese and how Japanese may not be as unique as you think it is. 👉Topics Discussed x x What komorebi means and what its parts mean What unkai means About kanji compounds in Japanese About the many meanings that can be found in a single kanji The different readings of kanji in Japanese What shinrinyoku means Whats tsundoku means What irusu means What konbi means What kogarashi means What betsubara means What kuchisamishii means What tatemae means What macchipompu means And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. The Article referenced in this article: Here's the 11 words we discussed in this episode: 木洩れ日 : 木漏れ日; 木洩れ日; 木漏れ陽; 木洩れ陽 【こもれび】 (n) sunlight filtering through trees 雲海 【うんかい】 (n) sea of clouds 森林浴 【しんりんよく】 (n) forest bathing; forest therapy; peaceful walk through the woods for health benefits 積読 : 積ん読(P); 積読; つん読 【つんどく】 (n,vs) (1) buying books and not reading them; stockpiling books; tsundoku; (n) (2) books bought but not read 居留守 【いるす】 (n) pretending to be out 甘美 【かんび】 (adj-na,n) (1) sweet (taste); luscious; (adj-na,n) (2) sweet (melody, dream, etc.); delightful; pleasant; mellow; mellifluous 木枯らし : 木枯らし(P); 木枯し(P); 凩; 木枯 【こがらし】 (n) cold wintry wind 別腹 【べつばら】 (n) dessert stomach; having room for dessert despite being full 口寂しい : 口寂しい; 口淋しい 【くちさびしい; くちざみしい; くちさみしい】 (adj-i) craving for food, a cigarette, etc.; longing to have something in one's mouth 建前 : 建前(P); 建て前(P); 立前; 立て前 【たてまえ】 (n) (1) (See 本音) face; official stance; public position or attitude (as opposed to private thoughts); (n) (2) (建前, 建て前 only) ceremony for the erection of the framework of a house マッチポンプ : マッチポンプ; マッチ・ポンプ (n) (in ref. to lighting a match and then putting it out with a water pump) stirring up trouble in order to get credit for resolving it (wasei: match, wasei: pomp); profiting from solving problems created by oneself 👉Follow on Social Media
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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132
08/01/2024
The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr. Robert D. Eldridge. 👉Topics Discussed What is chihō sōsei (地方創生)? About the importance of chihō sōsei Why it is important to preserve and revitalize rural areas of Japan About the weak yen (enyasu, 円安) How the weak Japanese yen negatively impacts Japan About inflation and stagflation in Japan About the relationship between low wages, the weak Japanese yen and brain drain in Japan Job prospects for young people in Japan About Niyodogawa About Shikoku and efforts being made to revitalize areas of Niyodogawa, Ehime About Muka Brewing Company And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. Relevant Links 👉Follow on Social Media
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Japan's UNBELIEVABLE DOG Pilgrimages | Japan Station 131
07/21/2024
Japan's UNBELIEVABLE DOG Pilgrimages | Japan Station 131
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about how dogs in Japan used to go on religious pilgrimages (maybe?). 👉Topics Discussed About religious pilgrimages in Japan About the 88 temple pilgrimage in Shikoku About Konpira/Kotohira About Konpira inu About the supposed history of dogs going on pilgrimages to Konpira Shrine in Kagawa Prefecture About the story of Shiro the dog from Fukushima who supposedly traveled to Ise Shrine and back About Ise Jingu About the Ise Pilgrimage How likely it is that dogs in Japan actually went on religious pilgrimages About okage inu About the statue of Shiro the dog in Junenji Temple in Sukakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture(福島県須賀川市池上町・十念寺) About Shiro's owner Ishihara Sadaemon Tsunashige (市原貞右衛門綱稠) And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. Check out the article below to see photos of the statue of Shiro the dog pilgrim in Junenji Temple in Fukushima Prefecture 👉Follow on Social Media
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MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130
07/02/2024
MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130
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 awareness of the blind and visually impaired About the sponsors of the Miyajima Challenge When the Miyajima Challenge will start About a meet up at Pintology Tokyo And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. The sponsors of the Miyajima Challenge The Dubya Club by Suika United Neko Alliance 👉Follow on Social Media
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Osaka ComicCon: Should You Go? | Japan Station 129
06/21/2024
Osaka ComicCon: Should You Go? | Japan Station 129
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Osaka ComicCon. Is worth attending? What should you expect? Listen to find out! 👉Topics Discussed About Osaka ComicCon What you should expect at Osaka ComicCon Where Osaka ComicCon was held And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. None 👉Follow on Social Media
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Walking Historical Kyoto with Phillip Jackson | Japan Station 128
06/01/2024
Walking Historical Kyoto with Phillip Jackson | Japan Station 128
On this episode of Japan Station, writer and Kyoto expert Phillip Jackson tells about some great walking areas in Japan's ancient capital city. WARNING: This episode will make you want to go to Kyoto! 👉Topics Discussed About Phillip Jackson The fascinating history of Kyoto Lesser known places to visit in Kyoto A trail in Uji you should check out And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. 👉Follow on Social Media
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10 Japanese Words I Learned from ANIME | Japan Station 127
05/21/2024
10 Japanese Words I Learned from ANIME | Japan Station 127
On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about Japanese words we learned by watching anime. 👉Topics Discussed How you can use anime, manga and video games to learn Japanese And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. None 👉Follow on Social Media
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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126
05/01/2024
Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese folklore with Thersa Matsuura of the Uncanny Japan podcast. 👉Topics Discussed About Japanese folklore About yokai About Japanese superstitions About why people should learn Japanese folklore And more! 👉Subscribe to the Podcast! 👉Support on Patreon & Ko-fi https://patreon.com/japankyo 👉Links, Videos, Etc. 👉Follow on Social Media
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Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125
04/20/2024
Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125
This time we're taking a deep dive into the history of the Japanese word for fart: onara. Where did it come from? What is its true meaning? What is its link to a secret ancient language spoken hundreds of years ago in Japan? We're answering all those questions and more! SUPPORT Patreon: Ko-fi: Listen to the Japan Station Podcast! Follow on X Visit JapanKyo.com for more https://japankyo.com/
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The Real Reason I Walked from Kyoto to Tokyo | Japan Station 124
04/15/2024
The Real Reason I Walked from Kyoto to Tokyo | Japan Station 124
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why I decided to walk the old Tokaido Road in 2023 and the impact it had. This episode features a speech I did for the 2024 state convention of the Hawaii Association of the Blind. Topics Discussed Why I walked the Tokaido in 2023 What my goal was How I raised awareness of the blind & visually impaired community by walking from Kyoto to Tokyo And more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Subscribe to JapanKyo on YouTube For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123
04/08/2024
Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese. Topics Discussed How AI and translation software are making it unnecessary to learn Japanese How learning Japanese is pointless for most people Why you should learn Japanese Reasons people would want to study Japanese And more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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How Akira Toriyama Changed the World & My Life | Japan Station 122
04/01/2024
How Akira Toriyama Changed the World & My Life | Japan Station 122
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the manga creator Akira Toriyama and his impact on the world and my life. Topics Discussed About the passing of manga creator Akira Toriyama About the impact and influence of Akira Toriyama on the US and the world About the impact of Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z About the popularity of the Dragon Ball franchise around the world About discovering Dragon Ball in Peru And more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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We Bought a Geisha House! About Geisha House Atami | Japan Station 121
03/01/2024
We Bought a Geisha House! About Geisha House Atami | Japan Station 121
On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking to the owners of Geisha House Atami and learning about what it's like to buy an old house in Japan, restore it and more! Topics Discussed About Geisha House Atami About Atami About the history of Atami About what it's like buying an old house in Japan Whether you should buy a cheap abandoned house in Japan What you should be aware of before you try to buy a house in Japan What can be annoying about buying an old house in Japan What you can expect when you visit Geisha House Atami And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Geisha House Atami Links Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120
02/01/2024
My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the worst 3 mistakes I made while learning Japanese. Topics Discussed About the history of Kabosu the Shibainu and the Doge meme About three of the worst mistakes I made while learning Japanese About the importance of studying Japanese outside of the classroom The funniest mistake I ever made while speaking Japanese About the word toire And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Here's all th Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119
01/15/2024
Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119
On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Are you ready to go on "the Doge Pilgrimage?" Topics Discussed About the history of Kabosu the Shibainu and the Doge meme About the process of creating the Doge statue that is in Sakura City in Chiba Prefecture near Narita Airport About how the creation of the Doge statue was funded How the Own the Doge organization created the bronze Doge statue About connecting and communicating with the mayor of Sakura City in Chiba Prefecture About the Own the Doge organization About Atsuko Sato About auctioning off the couch seen in the original photo used in the Doge meme About the big unveiling ceremony of the Doge statue in November of 2023 About John Monarch's (creator of the Doge meme) role in the Own the Doge and Bronze Doge pprojects And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Here's all the relevent links Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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Happy New Year 2024! | Japan Station 118.5
01/02/2024
Happy New Year 2024! | Japan Station 118.5
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5 TIPS to Make Your Japan Trip GREAT!😊| Japan Station 118
12/01/2023
5 TIPS to Make Your Japan Trip GREAT!😊| Japan Station 118
On this episode of Japan Station, licensed travel guide Miyuki Seguchi shares 5 travel tips that will help you make the most out of your next visit to Japan. Topics Discussed What the process is like for becoming a licensed travel guide The importance of planning your trip to Japan Advice for making the most out of your trip to Japan How booking a tour can help you enjoy your trip in Japan even more 5 tips you should keep in mind when preparing to travel to Japan And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. See below for all the relevant links. Free resources for Japan travel planning Guided tours with Miyuki: Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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MAID Massage in AKIHABARA: My Review | Japan Station 117
11/16/2023
MAID Massage in AKIHABARA: My Review | Japan Station 117
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about what it was like getting a massage by a maid in Akihabara. Topics Discussed About Akihabara Maid Reflexology Felicie About what it was like getting massaged by a maid in Akihabara About how much it costs to get a massage by a maid in Akihabara About getting a foot massage by a maid in Akihabara About whether you should get a massage by a maid in Akihabara And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. See below for the link to Felicie Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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I Got HARASSED in Japan! | Japan Station 116
11/09/2023
I Got HARASSED in Japan! | Japan Station 116
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the time I was harassed in Japan.. Topics Discussed Getting harassed in Japan How I dealt with being harassed at a Japanese train station And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. To find out more about the Tokaido Challenge, check out the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeJUpY7aJN0 Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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I Walked 500 km from Kyoto to Tokyo and I'm Legally Blind... It Was CRAZY! | Japan Station 115
11/03/2023
I Walked 500 km from Kyoto to Tokyo and I'm Legally Blind... It Was CRAZY! | Japan Station 115
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about my experience walking 500 km from Kyoto to Tokyo in September-October 2023. Check it out to learn about the Tokaido Challenge (a.k.a. the craziest adventure I've ever had in Japan). Topics Discussed What the Tōkaidō Challenge is What the Tōkaidō road is The many different Tōkaidō raods that exist When I started walking How long it took to walk from Kyoto to Tokyo The difficulties I had to face while walking the Tōkaidō The parts of the Tōkaidō I had to omit The difficult areas of the Tōkaidō road About the Hakone area of the Tōkaidō road (Kyū Tōkaidō/Kyūkaidō) About getting lost About the 53 stations/post towns of the Tōkaidō About the famous series of woodblock prints depicting the 53 stations of the Tōkaidō The usual amount I would walk on any given day while walking from Kyoto to Tokyo About getting lost in the middle of some rice fields in rural Japan About walking through a tunnel in Kyoto About getting stopped by police in Japan About falling down in Mishima How helpful people were About the excellent customer service I experienced What I ate during my walk from Kyoto to Tokyo Where I stayed/slept while walking from Kyoto to Tokyo About the difficulties of trying to find food on my own About the weather About the arriving in Nihonbashi in Tokyo About the party I held at Pintology Tokyo About meeting Kuro About the coastline between Shizuoka City and Yaizu Why I do what I do And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. A few links for things mentioned int he video. Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews For More Visit JapanKyo.com For more of my Japan-focused content, visit the JapanKyo website
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How I Fell in Love with Japan (NEONshe) | Japan Station 114
11/01/2023
How I Fell in Love with Japan (NEONshe) | Japan Station 114
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk to musician NEONshe about how she fell in love with Japan, how Japan inspired her music, her time in Japan, her upcoming move to Japan and more. Topics Discussed About NEONshe and her musical career NEONshe's time living in Japan How she became interested in Japan The Japanese music artists that have influenced NEONshe Perfumre, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Nakata Yasutaka About NEONshe's first album J-POP The inspiration for NEONshe's song Osaka Child About NEONshe's upcoming move to Kyoto And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. For more on NEONshe, check out the links below. : https://www.instagram.com/neonshe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfMYuLyd786V4Xs8gm2UxsQ https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/neonshe/ride-the-tide-feat-jey-cordz https://linktr.ee/neonshe Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://twitter.com/TheVegaTony https://instagram.com/japankyonews https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at
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Seeing Japan While Blind (Maud Rowell) | Japan Station 112
09/01/2023
Seeing Japan While Blind (Maud Rowell) | Japan Station 112
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk to Maud Rowell, a freelance journalist and writer who spent a year traveling around Japan. Topics Discussed About Maud Rowell About traveling around Japan as a person with a visual impairment About Blind Spot About becoming interested in Japan About getting a scholarship to travel around a Japan for a year About visiting Hachijojima (青ヶ島) and Aogashima About public transportation in Japan About tactile paving/yellow braille blocks About accessibility for the blind in Japan About doing the 88 Temple Pilgrimmage in Shikoku And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month. Patrons get first access to podcast episodes, as well as updates on what I'm working on for JapanKyo.com. If you join the $3 a month tier you get access to the back catalog of the Japanese Plus Alpha podcast (a short series on interesting Japanese words and features of the Japanese language). If you would like to do a one time donation, that is also possible. Just use the Ko-fi link below. All donations are greatly appreciated! And if you can't support financially, that's ok. Consider telling a friend about the show! https://patreon.com/japankyo Support on Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Fore more on Maud Rowell Blind Spot - Maud Rowell: https://www.404ink.com/store/inklings-blind-spot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/where.birds.wont.go/ Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://instagram.com/japankyonews Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at
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I'm Walking from Kyoto to Tokyo (And I'm Legally Blind) | Japan Station 112
08/16/2023
I'm Walking from Kyoto to Tokyo (And I'm Legally Blind) | Japan Station 112
On September 21st I'm starting something I'm calling the MAJISON Tokaido Challenge. Basically I'll be walking over 300 miles from Kyoto to Tokyo over the course of around 30 days. Watch the video to find out more about this crazy challenge and why I decided to do it. Topics Discussed About walking from Kyoto to Tokyo About walking the Tokaido About the MAJISON Tokaido Challenge About MAJISON And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! https://www.patreon.com/japankyo You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Tony Vega Twitter MAJISON Twitter Hawaii Association of the Blind Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://instagram.com/japankyonews Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at
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She Learned Japanese By Being On Japanese TV (Jessica Gerrity) | Japan Station 111
08/07/2023
She Learned Japanese By Being On Japanese TV (Jessica Gerrity) | Japan Station 111
Jessica Gerrity, a TV personality working in Japan, martial artist, pracitioner of kyudo (Japanese archery),and writer! Topics Discussed Jessica' work on Japanese TV How she became interested in Japan Why she first went to Japan How she got into the Japanese entertainment industry Working with SMAP Learning Japanese How being on TV helped her learn Japanese The behind the scenes of Japanese TV About how Japanese TV is scripted The good and bad on working on Japanese TV About kyudo (Japanese archery) How much it costs to get into kyudo About yabusame (horseback archery) Places to do horseback archery in Japan About her work as a writer focusing on archery and martial arts And much more Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! https://www.patreon.com/japankyo You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/japankyo Links, Videos, Etc. Check out Jessica's linktree below to find the links mentioned on today's episode. https://linktr.ee/jessintokyo Follow JapanKyo on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/JapankyoNews/ https://twitter.com/japankyonews https://instagram.com/japankyonews Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at
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