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Japan Politics Podcast

Japan Politics Podcast
Japan
South Korea
Ishiba
Liberal Democratic Party
Donald Trump
Yoon
China
Constitutional Democratic Party
Tokyo
Han Duk-So
Taiwan
Shinzo Abe
Abe
LDP
Us-South Korea Alliance
Supreme Court
Trump
Democratic Party For the People
Rice
REIWA

A podcast about Japanese Politics in English. Host Luke Whittaker is a Japan history and culture enthusiast who tries to get to grip with Japanese politics and current events.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes35Foundeda year ago
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NewsPolitics

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Latest Episodes

Japan's Leader, Sanae Takaichi, can boast a diplomatic win after a successful meeting with Donald Trump. Her efforts with North Korea were less successful, what went wrong?

What could this developing conflict mean for Japan? Looking at how the military, economy, energy and politics of Japan could all be shaped by this war.

Japan's conservative Leader, Sanae Takaichi, has won a super majority! How did she win her vindicating 316 seat victory? Why did Japan's centre and left perform so badly?

Japan's Leader, Sanae Takaichi, has called a snap election, but can she win it? Why is Japan having another election? What are the key issues? Plus, how each party could fare in 2026.

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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Fantastic

    Just listened to your most recent episode - it’s excellent. Concise and informative, especially for myself, who knows very little about Japanese politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swifty770
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great look at Japanese politics in English. Explained in simple terms, and a conversational style.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jim-cognito
    a year ago

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Good quality content and credible guests when featured.
Clear analysis that connects policy moves to real-world impacts.
Concise and informative, great for newcomers to Japanese politics.
Thoughtful host perspective on complex political issues.

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The show provides accessible analysis of Japanese politics and current events, with a focus on how policy, economics, and elections intersect in daily life. Recent episodes cover inflation responses, food security and price dynamics, leadership and coalition shifts, and trade tensions, all framed around how these issues affect Japan's economy and political prospects. The host often critiques government strategies and probes potential motivations behind policy moves, offering a thoughtful lens for listeners who want to understand the interplay between policy decisions and electoral outcomes. A notable strength is the clear linkage between macro trends and real-world implications, making it valuable for professionals tracking political risk a... more

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