
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.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 29 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||

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Just listened to your most recent episode - it’s excellent. Concise and informative, especially for myself, who knows very little about Japanese politics.
Great look at Japanese politics in English. Explained in simple terms, and a conversational style.
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Apple Podcasts | #146 |
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Content focuses on Japanese politics, exploring key figures, current events, and economic issues such as inflation and rice prices. Frequent discussions highlight the challenges faced by government officials, including the implications of U.S. policies on Japan's economy. The host takes a critical look at political strategies, highlighting the interplay between domestic policies and international relations. Noteworthy is the focus on increasing female representation in politics and the unique challenges Japan faces due to its historical context. Episodes provide deep dives into pressing political questions and the future of Japanese leadership amidst scandals and shifts within political parties.
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Japan Politics Podcast launched a year ago and published 29 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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