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Japan's UNBELIEVABLE DOG Pilgrimages | Japan Station 131
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - July 21, 2024 10:06 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 ...
MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - July 02, 2024 01:33 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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...
Osaka ComicCon: Should You Go? | Japan Station 129
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - June 21, 2024 13:06 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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! Apple Po...
Walking Historical Kyoto with Phillip Jackson | Japan Station 128
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - June 01, 2024 11:54 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 pl...
The Japanese Space Program ft. Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA
Krewe of Japan - May 24, 2024 17:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsPrepare for lift off as the Krewe sits down with returning guest Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA to look deep into the past, present, and future of Japan's space program! From pencil rockets & SLIM landers to international collaborative efforts, discover Japan's role in exploring the far reaches of ou...
10 Japanese Words I Learned from ANIME | Japan Station 127
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - May 21, 2024 11:50 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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! Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/japan-station-a-po...
The Japanese Pop Music Scene ft. Patrick St. Michel
Krewe of Japan - May 18, 2024 13:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe Krewe is joined by Patrick St. Michel, Japan-based writer for the Japan Times and author of Make Believe Melodies blog. Patrick shares his passion and expertise on all things J-Pop, what's popular now, where to find it, and so much more! Are you a life-long fan of Japanese pop music? Or may...
MEXT Scholarship Programs: Tips & Testimonials ft. Tye Ebel & William Archambeault
Krewe of Japan - May 03, 2024 17:09 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe MEXT Scholarship deadline is quickly approaching (May 24, 2024 for the Nashville Consulate). But what is a MEXT Scholarship Program? The Krewe is digging into this today. We sit down with returning guest Tye Ebel, JET/MEXT Coordinator for the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville, & a curr...
Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - May 01, 2024 12:52 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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...
Launching Louisiana's Only High School Japanese Program ft. Dr. Tara Sanchez
Krewe of Japan - April 26, 2024 17:02 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsJapanese language programs in a non-university setting are a rarity in Louisiana, but fortunately for some students in the Greater New Orleans area, one school has them covered! The Krewe sits down with Dr. Tara Sanchez to discuss how she established a Japanese language program at Chalmette High...
Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - April 20, 2024 09:49 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThis 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: ...
The Real World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh
Krewe of Japan - April 19, 2024 17:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsKyoto-based geisha culture guru Peter Macintosh joins the Krewe to take a look at geisha culture, reality vs. perception, how societal changes impact the geisha scene today & much more. If you are a fan of traditional Japanese culture, this episode is for you! ------ About the Krewe ------ T...
The Real Reason I Walked from Kyoto to Tokyo | Japan Station 124
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - April 15, 2024 09:22 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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...
Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown
Krewe of Japan - April 12, 2024 17:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsWhat’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a Japanese home? Is it the scent of tatami mats? Shoji-style sliding doors? What are other major components and influences that go into making the Japanese home, be it traditional or modern, as well as Japanese Architecture as a whole? ...
Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - April 08, 2024 03:26 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 wan...
Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods)
Krewe of Japan - April 05, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsJoined by travel expert, owner of Lifebridge Inc., & popular YouTuber Ryotaro Sakurai and fellow New Orleanian William Woods, the Krewe explores Miyagi Prefecture and everything it has to offer! From popular spots to secret gems, Ryotaro & Will share their insight into place that are must see, f...
How Akira Toriyama Changed the World & My Life | Japan Station 122
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - April 01, 2024 06:41 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 ...
Japanese Self-Study Strategies ft. Walden Perry
Krewe of Japan - March 29, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsEver wanted to learn Japanese and just not know where to start? The Krewe sits down with Walden Perry, a Louisiana native who prior to 2020 had zero Japanese language experience. What started as a personal challenge during the pandemic became a multi-year self-study language learning adventure. ...
Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt
Krewe of Japan - March 22, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsOn March 1st, the world lost a pop culture legend, Akira Toriyama. In today's episode, friend-of-the-podcast Matt Alt re-joins the Krewe to look a back at the legacy that Toriyama left behind and his impact on pop culture in Japan and around the world. You won't want to miss this one! ------ Ab...
Witness Fukushima's Recovery through Educational Tourism ft. William McMichael
Krewe of Japan - March 15, 2024 17:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratings13 years have passed since the catastrophic events of March 11th's Great East Japan earthquake & tsunami, along with the nuclear disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi Plant. Fukushima, as a prefectural community, has demonstrated incredible resiliency in its recovery efforts, but unfortunately there...
The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui
Krewe of Japan - March 08, 2024 18:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsKicking off Season 5 with a deep dive into the King of Monsters. Godzilla expert & author of "Godzilla On My Mind" Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui joins the Krewe to discuss the Godzilla franchise, its roots, its impact in Japan, & how it became the global phenomenon it is today. Get in touch with y...
Season 5 MASSIVE PREVIEW
Krewe of Japan - March 02, 2024 13:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsSEASON 5 is (almost) HERE!! This is your one week warning... as the KREWE is BACK on Friday, March 8th, 12 noon CST. Here's a sneak peek & preview of gusts & episodes to come: - The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William Tsutsui - Witness Fukushima's Recovery through Educational Tour...
We Bought a Geisha House! About Geisha House Atami | Japan Station 121
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - March 01, 2024 07:24 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 ho...
My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - February 01, 2024 08:53 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 outsid...
Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - January 15, 2024 08:43 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 ...
Happy New Year 2024! | Japan Station 118.5
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - January 02, 2024 01:13 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsSubscribe to the JapanKyo YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@japankyonews Watch the Tokaido Challenge video series Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYU41Z0G4Uc&t=6s Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-1WTOptzYY&t=18s Part 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMFnK5sN9mI&t=5...
Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui
Krewe of Japan - December 15, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsMOAR BONUS CONTENT! Think of this as Season 5 MINUS ONE. Godzilla expert & author of Godzilla On My Mind Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui joins Doug to discuss Toho's latest Godzilla film, Godzilla Minus One. What did one of the top experts on Godzilla think of this movie? Find out right here! DISCL...
5 TIPS to Make Your Japan Trip GREAT!😊| Japan Station 118
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - December 01, 2023 09:42 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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...
MAID Massage in AKIHABARA: My Review | Japan Station 117
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - November 16, 2023 07:30 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 Akihabar...
I Got HARASSED in Japan! | Japan Station 116
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - November 09, 2023 04:40 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn 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 abl...