Latest Nippon Podcast Episodes
Off the Beaten Path: Kansai ft. Rob Dyer [Part 2]
Krewe of Japan - December 17, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn the final part of this 2-part episode, Doug and Nigel conclude their discussion with Rob Dyer (founder and CEO of The Real Japan). This time they tackle the specific off the beaten path recommendations in the Kansai area, from onsen town and art museums, to giant torii and castles in the sky....
81 Shing02: Live from Hawaii
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - December 15, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, music producer, rapper and artist Shing02 talks about his life, music and more. About Shing02 Shing02 is a Japanese American music producer, rapper, and artist. Active since the '90s in both Japan and the U.S., Shing02 has produced numerous album...
Off the Beaten Path: Kansai ft. Rob Dyer [Part 1]
Krewe of Japan - December 10, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this part 1 of this 2-part episode, Doug and Nigel sit down with Rob Dyer (founder and CEO of The Real Japan). The Krewe and Rob cover a lot of ground in this episode from Rob's visit to the Krewe's home of New Orleans, his backstory of falling in love with Japan, and meeting his wife via a p...
Japanese TRAINS!
Krewe of Japan - December 03, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this episode, Doug and Jenn take a deep dive adventure into the world of Japanese trains! From what to expect when coming to Japan and taking a train, to tips, tricks, and taboos. For more on the Japan Society of New Orleans: https://japansocietyofneworleans.wildapricot.org/
80 A Wonderful Mess: About the Japanese Writing System w. Dr. Wes Robertson
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - December 01, 2021 08:34 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Wes Robertson stops by to talk about the wonderful mess that is the Japanese writing system. About Dr. Wes Robertson Wesley C. Robertson is Lecturer in International Studies at Macquarie University, Australia. His research focuses on variatio...
How to Watch Anime: Subbed vs. Dubbed ft. Dan Woren
Krewe of Japan - November 26, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this Week's episode, the Krewe take on the age old subbed vs dubbed anime debate. In addition to sharing their perspectives on the debate, they sit down with voice acting veteran, Dan Woren (Bleach, Naruto, Fate/Zero and so much more), who shares his journey into voice acting, the process of ...
Learning Japanese with Literature ft. Daniel Morales
Krewe of Japan - November 19, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThis week on the Krewe of Japan Podcast, the Krewe is back with another language learning episode! In this one, they sit down for an in depth discussion on learning Japanese via literature. The Krewe is joined by translator and host of "How to Japanese Podcast", Daniel Morales. He shares with t...
79 The Green Tea History You Didn't Know: About the History of Green Tea in Japan & the U.S. (Dr. Robert Hellyer)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - November 15, 2021 05:38 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Robert Hellyer stops by to discuss the shared history of green tea in Japan and the U.S., as well as his new book Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America’s Tea Cups. About Dr. Robert Hellyer Robert Hellyer is associate professor ...
Japan Travel Destination: Hokkaido ft. Kay Allen
Krewe of Japan - November 12, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this episode, the Krewe are re-joined by a guests from season 1, Kay Allen (Japan National Tourism Organization) to discuss all things Hokkaido! With the distinction of being the largest prefecture in Japan, Hokkaido offers some of the top winter sports experiences in Japan, incredible natura...
Studying Abroad in Japan
Krewe of Japan - November 05, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this episode, the Krewe dive into experiencing Japan as a student via studying abroad. They share different methods of studying abroad, what studying abroad encompasses, and essential lessons they learned during their time studying in Japan. From personal experiences to tips on financing your...
78 Behind the Scenes of JapanKyo Docs
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - November 01, 2021 09:06 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Kyle from the Tokyo Splosion stops by to talk about JapanKyo's new YouTube channel: JapanKyo Docs! Topics Discussed About the creation of the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel About Kyle from the Tokyo Splosion podcast The JET salary About filmi...
Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt
Krewe of Japan - October 29, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this spooky Halloween themed episode, the Krewe takes a journey into the supernatural and discusses the world of Yokai. On the journey, the Krewe are joined by authors Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt, authors of the book "Yokai Attack: The Japanese Monster Survival Guide". From the origins and its dev...
ANNOUNCEMENT: JapanKyo Docs Now On YouTube!!!!
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - October 23, 2021 03:29 - 2 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsTony Vega has teamed up with Kyle from the Tokyo Splosion podcast to launch a new YouTube channel called JapanKyo Docs. On the channel we will be introducing people to doing interesting things in Japan via documentary style videos! Click on the link below to check it out. Please subscribe an...
Japanese Theme Parks ft. TDR Explorer
Krewe of Japan - October 22, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this week's episodes, the Krewe discuss visiting Japanese theme parks. From onsen and hawaii themed parks, to Disney and Universal Studios, Japan has a lot to offer when it comes to scratching your theme park itch. The Krewe shares their experiences visiting parks, and later in the episode ar...
Manga: Literature & An Art Form ft. Danica Davidson
Krewe of Japan - October 15, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this episode of the Krewe of Japan Podcast, Doug, Jennifer and Nigel dive into the world of manga. The Krewe provides an intro to manga for those unfamiliar with it, notable characteristics, and why you should consider reading it. In the second half of the episode, the Krewe sits down with Da...
77 Coeds & Kaiju: On the Female Student in Japan's New Left, Kaiju Movies & More (Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - October 15, 2021 08:01 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder joins us to talk about female students in Japan's New Left movement, kaiju movies and more. About Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder is Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics, Aoyama Gakuin Univ...
Applying for the JET Program ft. Tye Ebel
Krewe of Japan - October 08, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIt’s that time of year again… and no, we aren’t talking about Christmas music already playing in stores. It’s JET Program Application SZN! Nigel, Jenn, & Doug chat with Tye Ebel, the JET Coordinator for the Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville, to discuss all things JET Application Process. T...
The Fantastical World of Studio Ghibli ft. Steve Alpert
Krewe of Japan - October 01, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsTADAIMA! The Krewe is BACK! Season 2 kicks off October 1st at 12p CST, and Nigel, Jenn, & Doug are coming in hot with this super-sized special first episode! The Krewe goes down the rabbit hole that is Studio Ghibli, talking about some history behind the famous animation studio and their favorit...
76 My Sumo Academia: Talking About Sumo Today and in the Heian Period (Colton Runyan)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - October 01, 2021 08:15 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Colton Runyan of the University of Cambridge talks to us about his experiences training and competing in sumo, as well asl his research on Heian era physical competitions. About Colton Runyan Colton Runyan is a Phd candidate at the University of...
Hurricane Ida Update + S2 Update
Krewe of Japan - September 17, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this brief podcast update, the Krewe discuss the recent major hurricane which made landfall in Louisiana, how each member of the Krewe is doing and provide an update on the progress of season 2. Get ready to pack your audio suitcases and join us once again on our weekly audio journeys into J...
75 The Untidiness of Marie Kondo & Shinto: A Chat w. Kaitlyn Ugoretz of Eat Pray Anime
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - September 15, 2021 08:52 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Kaitly Ugoretz of the YouTube channel Eat Pray Anime discusses the allure and eclectic spirituality of Marie Kondo, as well as online Shinto communities. About Kaitlyn Ugoretz Kaitlyn Ugoretz is a Phd candidate at the University of California, S...
74 In Search of the Japanese Wolf (Alex K.T. Martin)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - September 01, 2021 11:48 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we talk about the probably extinct (but maybe not?) Japanese wolf with journalist Alex K.T. Martin. About Alex K.T. Martin Alex K.T. Martin is a feature writer for the Japan Times. He is also the author of a recent five-part feature about the Jap...
Rapid Fire Question Challenge ft. Matt Alt
Krewe of Japan - August 27, 2021 17:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsIn this between season bonus episode, the amazing Matt Alt (our very first podcast guest) stops by for a Rapid Fire Question Challenge. From Rick James, Big Tex McDonalds sandwiches, and sake flavored KitKats, nothing is off limits in this challenge! Been missing your weekly audio journeys to J...
73 You Know What I Mean? On Translating Japanese Fiction (Allison Markin Powell Part 2)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - August 20, 2021 08:39 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell talks about translating Japanese fiction. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary translator, editor, and publishing consultant. The most recently published book she translated is Black Box...
72 Black Box: Discussing the Shiori Ito Story (Allison Markin Powell Part 1)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - August 15, 2021 11:45 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell discusses the story of Shiori Ito and the newly published English version of the book Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary tra...
71 Down & Out in Japan: On Homelessnes and Life in Japan's Slums (Dr. Tom Gill)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - August 01, 2021 06:40 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're learning about homelessness in Japan and the life of Japanese day laborers. About Dr. Tom Gill Dr. Tom Gill is a professor of social anthropology at the Faculty of International Studies at Meiji Gakuin University in Yokohama. He is the autho...
ANNOUUNCEMENT I (Co)Created a Manga Crypto Universe (About B & B Bad Sisters)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - July 30, 2021 00:09 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsFor more information on B & B Bad Sisters, check out the official website. https://bbbadsisters.com/ Here's the link for the B & B Bad Sisters NFT shop. https://opensea.io/kazuomaekawa Follow B & B Bad Sisters on social media. Twitter https://twitter.com/bbbadsisters Facebook https:...
70 Behold the Shamisen Powers of Mike Penny
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - July 15, 2021 07:46 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, shamisen performer and composer Mike Penny stops by to talk about Japan's famous three-stringed lute, the Mike Penny Orchestra (MPO), and more. About Mike Penny Mike Penny is a shamesen performer and composrer based in Los Angeles. He has performe...
Season 1 Recap
Krewe of Japan - July 02, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsJust like that, Season 1 comes to a close! Nigel, Jenn, & Doug peel back the curtain and reflect on all the behind-the-scenes effort & challenges that went into launching, continuing, and finishing the inaugural season of Krewe of Japan! They discuss their favorite episodes , re-visit bloopers...
69 What Is Pana-Wave Laboratory? (Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia)
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com - July 01, 2021 06:42 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia talks about the religious group Pana-Wave Laboratory and shares some of what he experienced while in Japan researching it. About Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia is a professor of sociology at ...