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Deep in Japan

Deep in Japan
Japan
Nagasaki
Sexual Assault
JET Program
Shugendo
Teaching In Japan
Rakugo
Brunton's Lighthouses
Richard Henry Brunton
Mount Togakushi
Buddhism
Mountain Worship
Scottish Engineers
Lighthouses In Japan
Meiji Restoration
Bullying
Ethnomusicology
Metoo Movement
Philosophy
Spirituality

A hodgepodge of guest interviews, personal narratives, recent news, history, and Japan-related memes and cultural phenomena. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/deepinjapan. Deep in Japan is an independent, crowd-funded project - so every yen helps keep it alive and kicking! Got something to say? Catch me deep.in.japan.podcast@gmail.com Thanks f... more

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Jay and Trey are at it again! This week, we investigate why Japanese parks are becoming "no-fun zones" with draconian bans on ball games—is the country waging a war on its own children? We also dive into the "Ultimate Waifu" politician Kimi Onoda, an... more

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Pour yourself a Strong Zero and strap in. This week’s Happy Hour is a fever dream that starts with public displays of 2D affection and ends with a map of bears and suspicious people in Gifu. We cover the rising price of rice (and the rise of "Pasta J... more

In this powerful and far-reaching conversation, we sit down with Brian Daizen Victoria, Zen priest, historian, and author of the landmark work Zen War Stories. Internationally recognized for exposing the entanglement of Japanese Buddhism with wartime... more

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Recent Guests

Mythic Weeb James Hathaway
Friend and guest, involved in anime and Japanese culture
Episode: Happy Hour #86: Bear Plow
Unnamed Japanese Dad
Father involved in children's baseball activities
Episode: Happy Hour #85: The Shit Nozzle
Anne Crescini
A woman who recently became a Japanese citizen after living in Japan for over 20 years.
Episode: Turning Japanese with Anne Crescini
Marshall Hughes
Author of Rural Reflections
Episode: Rural Reflections with Marshall Hughes
Jake Adelstein
Author and journalist known for his insights into Yakuza and organized crime in Japan.
Episode: The Last Yakuza with Jake Adelstein
Ted Bonnah
Associate Professor at Kobe International University specializing in discourse analysis.
Kobe International University
Episode: The Good Gaijin with Mike Burke & Ted Bonnah PhD
John Rucynski
Author and educator, focusing on humor in language teaching and cultural exchange
Author of Bridging the Humor Barrier
Episode: Bridging the Humor Barrier with John Rucynski Jr.
Dr. Debito Arudou
Author of 'Embedded Racism, Japan's Visible Minorities and Racial Discrimination'
Episode: Dr. Debito 2: Racism and Discrimination in Japan
Brian Daizen Victoria
Renowned author of Zen at War and Zen Terror
Episode: Zen and the Art of Audio Terror – A Brian Daizen Victoria Teaser

Hosts

Trevor
Co-host with a lively and humorous approach to discussions, engaging with guests on a variety of topics related to Japan.
Jeff Krueger
Co-host and frequent contributor, known for insightful and engaging conversations with guests, often sharing personal anecdotes and insights from his experiences living in Japan.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Great intro to life in Japan

    What a vast a varied podcast, super informative and interesting. Great presenters and super interesting range of topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DickPullen
    Australia6 months ago
  • Great show!

    If you live in Japan, check this show out. It really touches on issues that foreigners in Japan benefit from hearing about. ALL THE STARS!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoodieMonk
    United States7 months ago
  • Colonizers complaining

    Foreigners who move to Japan and want the country to operate they way they think it should be run. Here’s a hint, if you don’t like the way a country or culture operates, leave and go back to where you’re comfortable. Stop trying to colonize everywhere you go.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bronny2024
    United States7 months ago
  • The unvarnished side

    Jeff gets into myriad details from all sorts of people in Japan which provides a more comprehensive sense of what the country is really like. His interviews are almost like a bar conversation, in a good way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    etherdog
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing!

    This podcast is spectacular. Hands down, the best podcast about life in Japan out there. Funny, witty, insightful, and at times hilariously stupid.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jesus Christ (Superstar)
    Japan2 years ago

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Informative and diverse discussions that highlight the complexities of life in Japan.
Hosts engage with humor while addressing serious societal topics.
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Turning Japanese with Anne Crescini
Q: Do you regret your decision to naturalize?
Anne reflects that while there has been significant backlash, she is still proud of her Japanese citizenship and recognizes the importance of her contributions to the community.
Turning Japanese with Anne Crescini
Q: Can you talk a little bit about why you decided to naturalize in the first place?
Anne shares relating it to a lack of security with permanent residency and personal loss that made her feel more strongly about her identity and belonging in Japan.
Rural Reflections with Marshall Hughes
Q: How did you meet your wife?
I met her in America while she was studying, and we connected over shared interests and values.
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Q: Do you think the Yakuza will evolve into something more dangerous as they become less relevant?
I believe the Yakuza will fade into irrelevance, especially in our hyper-surveilled society.
Tokyo Vice with Jake Adelstein
Q: Has Japan improved its record on human trafficking since you wrote the book?
Yes, tremendously. The number of foreign women trafficked in Japan has dramatically reduced, and the government has become more proactive in enforcing laws against trafficking.

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What is Deep in Japan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content primarily revolves around the multifaceted experiences of living in Japan, covering a mix of personal anecdotes, interviews, cultural phenomena, and historical discussions. Noteworthy themes include the complexities of identity, the impact of political movements, and the challenges of cultural integration faced by foreigners in Japan. Episodes often tackle serious societal issues, such as mental health, nationalism, and the implications of technology on personal relationships, all presented in an engaging and often humorous manner. This distinctive blend allows for an authentic and insightful exploration of contemporary Japanese society through the lens of both locals and expatriates, appealing to audiences interested in a deepe... more

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2. Unnamed Japanese Dad
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5. Jake Adelstein
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