
Helping you understand everything you should know about Japan. Interviews with Japan experts, deep dives into Japanese culture and society, and plenty of laughs; every episode host Tony R. Vega sheds light on a different aspect of Japan. Whether you're planning a visit to Japan, learning Japanese or just have a passion for all things Japan, we've got something for you! Common topics include ・Japan... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 207 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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This is a re-release of Ichimon Japan episode 28.
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: How do Japanese names work?
Topics Discussed • How people in Japan normally state their family name before their given name
• The complicated history of ... more
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about two peculiar words depakosu and puchipura. Also i talk a bit about the origin of the name of the anime Odd Taxi.
👉Topics Discussed
• What depakosu (デパコス) means
• What puchipura (プチプラ) means
• Th... more
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about some of the unique aspects of living in Aomori Prefecture.
👉Topics Discussed
• What it's like living in Aomori Prefecture
• About the Shimokita Peninsula
• Why life in Aomori can be so inconven... more
On this episode of Japan Station, we go through a list of some of the most unique and interesting slang of Japan's Taishō period (1912-1926).
👉Topics Discussed
• Popular Taishō era slang
• How polie during the Taishō era used to say moshi mos... more
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I started to follow the podcast to learn about Japanese culturre and was disappointed by the quality, no thorough review, no fact check … a lot of blabla based on wikipedia findings and vague sources
Thanks for shining a light on such an important issue in Japan & everywhere ? it's more about just rape, law or inequality it's about basic human decency, respect and justice - I'll read the book even if it's hard
Thanks for shining a light on such an important issue in Japan & everywhere 🥰 it's more about just rape, law or inequality it's about basic human decency, respect and justice - I'll read the book even if it's hard
It was hard even to give this 2 stars, in that the podcast is unlistenable due to the host making about 2 to 3 “mmm” noises every sentence his guests speaks. It’s effectively distracting to both the listener and the guests (as you can hear them frequently pause and almost loose track of what they were saying). Imagine a buttery voiced yoda constantly “mmm”ing throughout the interviews. It’s awful! Stop it! If the host can break this habit, it will be a fantastic podcast with very interesting top... more
This is such an amazing podcasts it offers something different than the typical japan themed podcasts out there. The talks are diverse and cover a ton of different topics from foreign manga creators to Japanese cuisine inspired chefs. Antonio is a very pleasant interviewer and let’s his guests freely talk about their story without much interjection which is great
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A unique exploration into Japanese culture, language, and society is at the core of the content. Listeners can anticipate a wide range of topics, from in-depth discussions regarding the intricacies of the Japanese language and its evolution, to engaging interviews with individuals who share their personal experiences in Japan. Additionally, the program covers cultural discussions related to Japan's rich history, traditional cuisine, pop culture phenomena like anime and manga, and valuable travel tips for navigating Japan. The host, who is deeply passionate about Japan, ensures each episode balances educational content with an approachable and humorous tone, making it accessible for both enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Ami Eldridge
2. Hiroko Yoda
3. Sensei Martian
4. Shuhei Murakami
5. Ema Ryan Yamazaki
6. Daniel Kaihatsu
7. Declan Somers
8. Kevin Tarpey
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