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Pure TokyoScope

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Anime
Japan
Manga
Tokyo
Godzilla
Nakano Broadway
Akihabara
Tourism
Shogun
Gundam
Japanese Pop Culture
Space Battleship Yamato
Pop Culture
Hideaki Anno
Sony
Toy Collecting
Shibuya
Chogokin
Chinese Video Games
Kazuo Umezu

Pure TokyoScope is a weekly podcast hosted by writers Matt Alt and Patrick Macias featuring news, views, and pop culture direct from Japan. Visit www.tokyoscope.com for merchandise. Visit www.patreon.com/TokyoScopePodcast for bonus episodes and content

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FULL EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

FULL EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

PREVIEW EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

FULL EPISODE! This time on the PURE TOKYOSCOPE Podcast, authors Matt Alt (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 129: The Anime Business with Justin Sevakis!
Renato Rivera
Lecturer and researcher on the Japanese animation industry
Episode: 101: The Macross Movie 40th Anniversary Party with Renato Rivera!

Hosts

Patrick Macias
Host of Pure TokyoScope; author; long-time writer and commentator on Japanese pop culture.
Matt Alt
Co-host; author; deeply knowledgeable about Japanese media and pop culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • Drinking game.

    Take a drink every time they mention Lensman or quote a 90s rap lyric.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Master of None
    United States3 months ago
  • 二人ともツッコミ

    二人のベテラン漫才コンビのような絶妙な掛け合いが素晴らしい。

    たまにでいいので日本語でやって欲しいって思うけど、無理なお願いでしょうね。

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sota Ohtani
    Japana year ago
  • I absolutely LOVE this podcast!

    Two Americans now living in Japan for a long time do rapid fire talk about the cross-cultural exchange between Japan and USA pop culture. Very funny and knowledgeable guys. Absolute mind candy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dad938473992
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truly great

    I am 83 born, have been to Japan 3x, and into Japanese culture. This podcast with these guys is just the best. Thank you for the laughs and trivia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamesArthur83
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Shakey’s

    Where else would I get all the news about Shakey’s and The Hub?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daustin51
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the mix of news, nostalgia, and business insights.
Strong community and consistent quality across episodes.
Genuinely knowledgeable hosts; great for cross-cultural context.
Shows deep expertise on Japanese pop culture with entertaining banter.

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179: Godzilla's New Monster Election! Listener Q&A! Sizzlean!
Q: Which of the three kawaii characters should succeed JR. East's Suika Penguin?
They discuss three finalists, leaning toward the rabbit as the most distinctive, while acknowledging the penguin's origin in a children's book and the need for branding clarity.
179: Godzilla's New Monster Election! Listener Q&A! Sizzlean!
Q: What is the origin of Matt's catchphrase?
Matt explains that the catchphrase has varied origins and was discussed in past works, but he notes it's often used as a casual icebreaker among Japanese audiences.
158: W. David Marx on Popeye's Hello, Tokyo! English Edition!
Q: How has this been received? Are people loving it? Are they outraged? Both?
The reception has been overwhelming support, with sales being so good that they reprinted it.
152: The Manga Legend Tracing Scandal!
Q: How familiar were you with Eguchi Hisashi?
Patrick shares that he first became aware of Eguchi's artwork through a poster he did for 'Rogen Z' and describes his style as more like fashion illustration than typical manga.
139: Surviving the Vintage Anime T-Shirt Craze! Hello Kitty Overtakes Toyota!
Q: Has there really been a spate of Anno Hideaki sightings?
Patrick confirms that there have been sightings reported all over Japan, leading to a nationwide alert.

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A weekly show delivering fast-paced banter and deep knowledge about Japanese pop culture, entertainment, and media. Episodes pivot between news, industry trends, and nostalgia—from tokusatsu history and licensed toys to new anime projects and market dynamics—always with two hosts who bring expert context from their years in Tokyo. The vibe blends witty discussions with sharp cultural insight, making it a reliable source for fans of collecting culture, cross-border media, and Japan-focused entertainment. A notable strength is the hosts' long-running expertise and their ability to connect historic milestones with current market shifts, often supplemented by personal Tokyo life anecdotes that color the analysis.

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Pure TokyoScope launched 4 years ago and published 183 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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