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Japan Station: Deep Dives into Japanese Culture, Language & Society

Japan Station helps you understand Japanese culture, language, and society on a deeper level. Hosted by The Anime Linguist, Tony R. Vega, the show features expert interviews and deep dives into topics you won’t find anywhere else—sometimes with ridiculous tangents. Each episode dives into everything from Japanese language and linguistics to history, food, travel, and pop culture. You’ll also hear stories from foreigners living in Japan, giving perspective on life in the country beyond the usual guidebook tips. Whether you’re learning Japanese, planning a trip, or just passionate about Japan, each episode delivers insight, humor, and useful information. Topics we explore include: ・Japanese culture and society ・The Japanese language (learning, linguistics, nuance) ・Japanese history and traditions ・Food, regional specialties, and travel tips ・Anime, manga, and pop culture ・Experiences of foreigners living in Japan ・And much more Contact: mail@japankyo.com About the host Tony R. Vega is the founder of JapanKyo.com and creator of The Anime Linguist YouTube channel. He holds an M.A. in Japanese language and linguistics from the University of Hawaii and has hosted Japanese-language content for native speakers. As a legally blind creator, Tony advocates for accessibility while offering a perspective on Japan and its language that few can match.

info_outline Tokyo is FED UP with tourists dumping their trash 05/17/2026
info_outline What's it like being a fake priest in Japan? | Japan Station 209/Ichimon Japan 04 05/14/2026
info_outline Why fans of the supernatural should visit Iwate Prefecture | Japan Station 208 05/07/2026
info_outline Why life in Iwate is DIFFERENT! | Japan Station 207 05/01/2026
info_outline A guide to MOVING in Japan | Japan Station 206/Ichimon Japan 73 04/23/2026
info_outline He's walked 30,000+ km across Japan! | Japan Station 205 04/21/2026
info_outline This Japanese pilgrimage should be more famous! A 5-day trip to the Kumano Kodō (plus crazy conbini socks) | Japan Station 204 04/15/2026
info_outline The ORIGINS of "scammy" SAKURA | Japan Station 203 04/07/2026
info_outline Why breakfast deals in Japan are CRAZY now | Japan Station 202 04/01/2026
info_outline Akihabara is DYING? How Ikebukuro Became Japan's New Otaku Capital | Japan Station 201 03/21/2026
info_outline Is Yamaguchi cursed to have"ugly" girls? (Places in Japan Known for "Beautiful" & "Ugly" Women) | Japan Station 200/Ichimon Japan 50 03/15/2026
info_outline What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199 03/07/2026
info_outline Why Akita women are so beautiful (and other info about life in Akita) | Japan Station 198 03/01/2026
info_outline Why you should visit YAMAGATA! | Japan Station 197 02/21/2026
info_outline How do Japanese names work? | Japan Station 196/Ichimon Japan 28 02/15/2026
info_outline What the hell does "depakosu" mean? | Japan Station 195 02/07/2026
info_outline Why life in Aomori is so DIFFERENT | Japan Station 194 02/01/2026
info_outline The CRAZIEST Taishō era slang EXPLAINED! | Japan Station 193 01/21/2026
info_outline 10 Reasons You'll Hate Living in Japan. Really? | Japan Station 192 01/14/2026
info_outline Okuribito: Mortician or millionaire? What does it mean? | Japaan Station 191 01/07/2026
info_outline How charcoal is saving this rural Japanese town (Ami Eldridge of Sumizumi LLC) | Japan Station 190 01/05/2026
info_outline Why "religion" in Japan doesn't make sense (to Westerners): A Talk with Hiroko Yoda | Japan Station 189 12/31/2025
info_outline What you should know about KUMAMON (+ my CRAZY Kumamon story) | Japan Station 188 12/20/2025
info_outline Understanding Christmas in Japan (About Japanese Christmas) | Japan Station 187/Ichimon Japan 67 12/09/2025
info_outline Hanakin: What does it mean? (Dead Japanese Slang) | Japan Station 186 12/02/2025
info_outline He WALKED 3200 km across ALL of JAPAN! (Sensei Martian) | Japan Station 185 11/28/2025
info_outline I walked across KYUSHU! Here's what happened (Kyushu Challenge Wrap Up) | Japan Station 184 11/20/2025
info_outline How I got my CHEAPEST Japan ticket EVER! | Japan Station 183 11/14/2025
info_outline The STUPIDEST belief about Japanese sleep habits EVER! (About Pillows in Japan) | Japan Station 182/Ichimon Japan 76 11/07/2025
info_outline How Japanese terms get abbreviated! Explaining 4 MORA words | Japan Station 181 11/01/2025
 
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