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Unpacking Japan

Produced by ZenStudio

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Unpacking Japan explores Japanese arts, culture, and business through the lives of foreigners who have made this amazing country their home. While we’ve all seen vlogs and movies showing Japan from a pop culture perspective, Unpacking Japan tells the stories that get left by the wayside—the immigrants, the entrepreneurs, and the artists. Tune in every week for an authentic, inspiring conversation with someone who’s carved out their own, unique place in this beautiful country. Host: Tobias Bi ...
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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hi, I'm Chris! In this podcast, I share real-life stories and English learning tips — all in clear, intermediate-friendly English. I made Kuli English Podcast so that English learners can have fun listening to native English while doing chores, commuting, or just relaxing! New episodes every Tuesday!
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This is not your run-of-the-mill "Cool Japan" podcast. I want to explore the side of Japan outside of sushi & sumo ; anime & video games. People from all walks of life living in Japan sharing their stories, their trials and tribulations and their successes. People who are hungry for making it and People who have made it. This podcast is about my conversations with them.
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Join Rugby Translator Doug Picken & Professional Rugby Player Heiden Bedwell-Curtis as we brings you a weekly update on all things Rugby in the Land of the Rising Sun. Each week we will share the news of the week as well as interviewing special guests as they yarn about life in Japan as a professional rugby player. Podcast Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japan_rugby_weekly/ Email us your questions and comments at [email protected] This Podcast is supported by Activate and R ...
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Uncanny Japan

SpectreVision Radio

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Uncanny Japan is a podcast about all the more obscure corners of old Japan, from strange superstitions, cultural curiosities, to creepy creatures. Here you can discover all the lesser known gems that author Thersa Matsuura digs up while doing research for her writing. Every episode is uniquely soothing, brought to life by immersive sound design or relaxing binaural soundscapes (ocean waves, autumn crickets, rice field frogs) all recorded right here in Japan. Thersa Matsuura is a writer, folk ...
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An in-depth look and behind the scenes details about the life and ministry of church planting missionaries James and Rosie Miyashita. You can sign up for their email updates by going to https://reachingjapan.com/subscribe If you have any questions about something discussed in a previous episode, please send an email to [email protected] James and Rosie serve under the direction of Vision Baptist Church and Vision Baptist Missions in Alpharetta, Georgia. Links: https://reachingjapan.com ...
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Moving to Japan is a brand new podcast from Mobal, designed for anyone curious about life in Japan. From navigating cultural differences to finding the best ramen spots, we share real stories, expert advice, and practical tips for making Japan your home. Whether you’re planning your move or just dreaming about it, this podcast is your essential guide to thriving as an expat in Japan.
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The experiences, thoughts, and other ramblings of an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher in Kyoto, Japan. Topics range from life and work in Japan to the nitty-gritty of teaching, from funny things my students do to IELTS testing. For those interested in life and work in Japan or any foreign country, or for any teachers (ESL or otherwise) looking for some insight and discussion!
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Seek Sustainable Japan

jjwalsh / InboundAmbassador

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Seek Sustainable Japan is a positive view of sustainable Japan through discussions with "Good People Doing Great Things" as a way to share ideas worth preserving and building on. Everything from community building to Japanese culture, art, crafts, trades, reuse & renovation, farming, entrepreneurship, sustainable business & products, events, organizations, travel & traditions. All of the guests on the show are creating a more sustainable Japan [i.e. better people-planet-profits balance] thro ...
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Naturally Adventurous

Ken Behrens & Charley Hesse

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Charley Hesse and Ken Behrens have travelled all over the globe, and accumulated a lifetime worth of adventure stories, in pursuit of wild places and wild creatures. Both are lifelong birding and natural history fanatics, and professional guides. Charley was born in the UK, but has spent his life living in Japan, Ecuador, South Africa, and now Thailand. Ken was born in the US, and has lived in South Africa and Madagascar for the last decade plus. Contact Ken and Charley: [email protected] ...
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Your Japanese coffee-break podcast. Relaxed language learning and real culture insights from Amber from Tokyo and Kade the expat. Freshly brewed every week. Amber breaks down real spoken Japanese you won’t find in textbooks, while Kade shares honest insights about moving to Japan and building a life here. Tune in for meaningful conversations, practical Japanese you can use today, and a warm cup of culture in every episode. Come learn with us, one sip at a time.
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Japan is one of the most interesting places to travel and live, but it can be confusing and difficult too. In each episode Christy, an American Mom of three and long time resident will take you on a deep dive of Japanese culture and everyday life in rural Japan. This show is for anyone who will be travelling to, or living in Japan that wants to get a better understanding of what Japanese culture and daily life is really like, so you can fast track your way to enjoying your time here even more.
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Tokyo Speaks

Cliff (Host & Producer)

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Formerly known as Raw Urban Mobile Podcast; Tokyo Speaks is a podcast that highlights Tokyo's international community. Cliff chats with featured guests about their careers, passions, and various topics related to life in Japan. Some episodes also include a guest co-host.
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Two Tohoku Teachers' Talks

Two Tohoku Teachers' Talks

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Hi there, Austin and I (Brian) are two teachers in Japan living in the Tohoku region. We have been here for over 7+ years. We like to sit and chat about different topics concerning Japan. Our Topics Include: - Traditional Japan - Contemporary Japan - Food - Life in Japan - Teaching in Japan - Japanese Customs and many more
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Dark-humored discussions on culture, biz and tech from two hardboiled US expats living in Japan. After growing up in Ohio and California, they’ve both spent most of their adult life in Japan and Taiwan studying, and working in big business, tech, and startups. Their journeys have left them questioning the status quo everywhere. Prepare to be Abroadened.
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Lab Rats to Unicorns is a podcast that aims to demystify the process of creating a great company in life sciences. Under the guidance of our host, John Flavin, you will hear personal stories of creation, be able to understand how great companies are created, and get insights into the many ways that you as an individual can engage in the creation of tomorrow’s life science companies. From the lab rat, signifying the process of invention and discovery, to the unicorn, signifying market success ...
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Imagine your go-to rock and guitar magazine—brought to life in your ears. Hosted by PJ Pat, this podcast takes rock lovers and guitar heads behind the curtain for raw, in-depth stories about the players who defined the music you love. For anyone who eats, sleeps, and breathes rock ‘n’ roll, this is your next obsession!
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Tokyo based radio broadcaster Guy Perryman interviews movers and shakers in global entertainment and creative business about their projects, life journey and the power of music, all from the perspective of being in Japan.
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By sharing what I have seen and felt in Canada, I hope to help people who have moved here from other counties as many people as possible. I left a company that I worked for about 10 years in Japan and came to Canada. Currently, I am studying business at college.
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How can we travel better? What are lesser-known travel gems in Japan? What's the latest in tourism and travel news and trends in Japan and how does it connect with issues of sustainability? Join us to talk with interesting people in various places across Japan who share their area insights.
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This Japanese Life Podcast

Jake Gakuji Tobiyama

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This is podcast created by my students at OGU High School. The podcast title is inspired by one of my favourite podcasts "This American Life", and it focuses on the lives and interests of Japanese high school teens. The program is part of my ICT-Global Awareness course which is taught in English and Japanese. Students are expected to learn English while tackling domestic and international issues and expressing themselves with Web 2.0 technologies.
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The Arena Productions

The Arena Productions

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🎙️ The Arena Productions The Arena Productions is a creator-driven audio podcast network covering gaming, entertainment, and life as an expat in Japan. From video game news and industry talk to sci-fi and TV discussions and real-world stories abroad, each show offers thoughtful commentary, honest reactions, and global perspective from an independent creator with decades of experience in gaming, media, and cross-cultural life.
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The Famicast Archives

NintendoWorldReport.com

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The Famicast is the world's first and only English-language Nintendo podcast recorded in Japan. Born as a spin-off from the Radio Free Nintendo podcast, the Japan correspondents at Nintendo World Report discuss gaming culture and life in Japan.
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Tokyo Adventures Podcast

Tokyo Adventures Podcast

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Philip and Jenny are a married couple from Seattle/Texas sharing funny stories and giving advice on moving to and living in Tokyo, Japan. If you're looking to move to Japan or you just want to learn more about life in Japan, then Tokyo Adventures is the podcast you've been looking for.
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Free Bird English: Teacher Talk

Abe Lawson, Ben Tracy, Rich Kessell

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Learn English with Fun and Natural Conversations! We are English teachers from the U.S. and Canada, with years of experience teaching in Japan. In this podcast, we have natural, unscripted conversations and speak slowly to help you follow along. We also explain difficult words and expressions. Perfect for ESL learners from basic to advanced levels! Our original Australian co-host still joins us sometimes. Expect laughs, real-life stories, and talk about Japan, the U.S., Canada, and Australia ...
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iSee109

Larry Wiggs II

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/isee109/subscribe A native Angeleno who traveled the globe is back at home in Los Angeles and he's bored to tears. Hear him wax poetic about his travels abroad and compare life abroad to life in Los Angeles nowadays. Also, he recounts the curious and serendipitous occurrence of encountering "109" around the globe. He saw "109" in Ethiopia, Cuba, Ireland, Sweden, South Korea, Japan, Ghana, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, and more countries!
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Get straight to the point Raw, real, natural Japanese in spontaneous unscripted chats between Japanese and Canadian Imagine you're overhearing something in Japanese Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/NihongoLife Twitter: https://twitter.com/nihongo_no_kai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nihongo_no_kai_japan/ Youtube (Alex): https://www.youtube.com/c/somewhatjp Twitter (Alex): https://twitter.com/somewhatjp Instagram (Alex): https://instagram.com/somewhat.jp/
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Global Rumblings Podcast

Global Sanctuary for Elephants

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Global Rumblings is a biweekly podcast dedicated to all things elephant. Featuring Global Sanctuary for Elephants co-founders Kat and Scott Blais, we’ll have in-depth discussions on sanctuary life, the ethics of captivity, physiology, and behavior. Hosted by Nadia Mari of Elephants in Japan, the wide-ranging, intimate conversations are sometimes fun, often frank, and offer listeners insight into the power of healing. We will bring you conversations that make you question what you know and le ...
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On the Live Work Play Japan Podcast we talk to the most inspiring teachers, freelancers and entrepreneurs in Japan, so you can learn the secrets of their success. Go to www.liveworkplayjapan.com/podcast to see the show notes.
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Meet Emily, a documentary filmmaker working in Japan's rural revitalization program. Emily sits down to talk with us about moving to Japan and coming to terms with her Zainichi Japanese roots, what the quiet life in a Japanese mountain village is like, and her passion for foraging wild vegetables.A reminder from Emily: don't eat anything you haven’…
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What artist or band should I highlight next? Intro music by Witch of November. PJ Pat from the It's 1 Louder podcast gives his opinions, reads and comments on the iconic guitarist and creative force behind System of a Down, Daron Malakian. In this Metal Hammer interview, Daron opens up about the burning questions every metal fan has. If you're look…
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This Episode: Let's listen to "2025" and 2026 No music, no script, no fancy editing Get straight to pure Japanese between a Canadian Japanese learner and a native Japanese teacher Immerse yourself in Japanese This is the normal speed of a conversation in Japanese. If you think it's fast, there's more space for you to improve. Alex has been learning…
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Meet Hana, a Japanese-American race car driver, who sits down to talk with us about her life and career. She tells us about her journey into the racing world, cultural differences between Japan and the West, and what it takes to be a Japanese race car driver.Follow Hana:https://www.youtube.com/@hanaburtonhttps://www.instagram.com/hanubuu_https://x.…
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Please note that this episode was recorded prior to Kenya’s passing. In our final podcast of 2025, we start by clearing up last episode’s “acre-gate” and confirming the size of the expanded female Asian habitat: once completed, our elephants will have approximately 280 acres to roam. There is still time to support our year-end fundraiser for this m…
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We talk about the holidays, a difficult situation that came up at Abe's wedding job, the bravest man in the world, a weird situation at a public ice skating rink, and we answer a question about general food preferences of North Americans. Free Bird English: Teacher Talk (Socials) X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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In this episode, we explore how New Year is celebrated in Japan and why it’s considered the most important holiday of the year. From hatsumōde to osechi and temple bells, we take a closer look at the customs that shape the Japanese New Year experience. If you’ve ever wondered how Japanese people welcome the new year, what traditions they follow, or…
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A look ahead at Star Trek’s future with Starfleet Academy, Strange New Worlds, and how the Federation is entering a bold new era of storytelling. 00:00 – Welcome to Warp Factor 10 00:29 – Why Star Trek in 2026 Feels Like a Turning Point 00:57 – Star Trek’s Core Philosophy and the Future 01:24 – Starfleet Academy and a New Generation of Trek 01:58 –…
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A deep dive into Marvel’s upcoming slate, including Avengers: Doomsday, Spider-Man’s next chapter, and how the MCU is building toward its next major turning point. 00:22 – Welcome to The Marvelous Marvel Discussion Arena 00:42 – Why 2026 Is Marvel’s Most Important Year Since Endgame 00:59 – Avengers: Doomsday and the Multiverse Payoff 01:22 – Docto…
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A forward-looking Star Wars discussion covering The Mandalorian and Grogu, Ahsoka’s future, and how the post-Empire era is shaping the next chapter of the galaxy far, far away. 00:00 – Welcome to Star Wars Republic 00:30 – Why 2026 is a Turning Point for Star Wars 01:00 – The Mandalorian & Grogu: Star Wars Returns to Theaters 01:45 – The Post-Empir…
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In this special year-end episode of The Expat Files, I reflect on 2025 — the challenges of balancing content creation with a new full-time teaching position, life as an expat in Japan, and how this past year reshaped both my work and my creative goals. I also share my outlook for 2026, including the future of The Arena Productions and what’s next f…
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Charley and Ken talk about the state of the podcast, after delivering weekly episodes for over five years (!). They chat about the results of the survey from earlier in the year, and wrap up 2025. Ken's photo gallery of 140/150 of the world's bird families: https://www.flickr.com/photos/kbehrens/albums/72177720330473375 Pallid Scops-Owl recording c…
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Meet Alan, owner of Kyojin stewhouse in Shimane, who sits down to talk to us about the challenges of running a restaurant in Japan, and why he pivoted his business to shipping quality frozen food across the country.Follow Alan: https://www.kyojin-company.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alan.kyojin.stewhouse/ ⁨http://www.youtube.com/@kyojinstewhouse …
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On my final episode this season we revisit a guest that has been the Puerto Rican ambassador of Japan through the lens of his music. Eto, (@boicuaenjapon) has been spearheading and showcasing the essence of Reggaeton in Japan while collaborating with local like-minded artists expressing their love for Puerto Rican music and culture. I was fortunate…
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This Episode: Let's listen to the naming issue Alex is facing right now No music, no script, no fancy editing Get straight to pure Japanese between a Canadian Japanese learner and a native Japanese teacher Immerse yourself in Japanese This is the normal speed of a conversation in Japanese. If you think it's fast, there's more space for you to impro…
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Meet Tony, an entrepreneur and travel consultant who sits down to talk to us about his work helping promote tourism in rural Japanese towns. He sits down to talk to us about marketing strategies, complications of overtourism, and his own journey to and from Japan. Follow Tony: https://yamatrips.com/https://www.instagram.com/yamatrips/Follow us:http…
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In this special Christmas episode, we look at how Japan celebrates the holiday in a completely different way from the West. From romantic Christmas Eve dates and strawberry shortcake traditions to the famous KFC boom, we dive into why Christmas in Japan feels more like a celebration for couples than families, and how the holiday became what it is t…
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What artist or band should I highlight next? In this episode, I share the surprising advantages of owning a budget-friendly guitar, specifically highlighting their beloved Squier Jazzmaster. Despite owning high-end models like a Stratocaster and Telecaster, I detail why my $600 Squier, purchased at a local music store, stands out. From its unique A…
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Ken tells Charley about the top 6 experiences of his recent trip to the Arabian Peninsula country of Oman. CORRECTION / CLARIFICATION: Regarding Silverbills, the country of Saudi Arabia also has both Indian and African Silverbills, and of course much of East Africa has two species, though the Gray-headed Silverbill is in a different genus, and is q…
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Meet Victoria, a local ambassador for Bizen, Okayama, who sits down to talk to us about her work promoting tourism for a small Japanese town. She talks about her time on the Rural Revitalization Program, her transition to independent business owner, and how she found her place as a foreigner in rural Japan.--Follow Victoria:https://www.instagram.co…
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What artist or band should I highlight next? Opening song by Witch of November. Is Nine Inch Nails' "Closer" the most IMPORTANT industrial rock song ever written? Dive deep into the BRUTAL brilliance of the track that defined the 90s. In this full-scale music DECONSTRUCTION, PJ Pat breaks down how Trent Reznor blended electronic, industrial, and he…
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A conversation with Michael Bradley - stage actor/singer who stars in Broadway Christmas Wonderland musical direct from Broadway in Tokyo at Theatre Orb Shibuya for the 2025 festive season run. Bradley shares his showbiz journey, what he loves about being on stage, and keeps us guessing - with those rosy, red cheeks and jolly laugh which festive se…
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This Episode: Let's listen to what Alex thinks about owarai No music, no script, no fancy editing Get straight to pure Japanese between a Canadian Japanese learner and a native Japanese teacher Immerse yourself in Japanese This is the normal speed of a conversation in Japanese. If you think it's fast, there's more space for you to improve. Alex has…
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We talk about RIch's interesting birthday celebrations and gifts, Ben's slimy goop monster, and we answer a very strange question... Free Bird English: Teacher Talk (Socials) X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBEteachertalk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Welcome back to the Japan Rugby Weekly Podcast! I'm Doug the translator, and today we are reviewing the opening round of Japan Rugby League One before previewing round 2! Sorry for editing error with last weeks ep, but this week we should be good to go! I'm joined once again by Dynaboars new recruit Ollie Horne for another week of code chat! We hop…
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Meet Kinshasa, an American ballroom commentator, who sits down to talk to us about how underground black queer culture ended up in Tokyo. Kinshasa tells us about the history and importance of ballroom culture, how queer Japanese women brought it over to Japan, and how it evolved to be what it is today. --Follow Kinshasa:https://www.instagram.com/ki…
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In this episode, we break down some of the most confusing parts of Japanese grammar: particles. From は (wa) vs. が (ga) to に (ni) vs. へ (he), we explain what each one really means, how they’re used in everyday conversation, and how choosing the right particle can change the nuance of a sentence. We even have a small quiz in the end where you can try…
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What artist or band should I highlight next? Are you ready for the heaviest band to come out of Japan? In this episode, PJ Pat dives into the pages of Metal Hammer to discover Deviloof, a band that is redefining brutality. Blending the extreme sounds of Deathcore with the theatrical aesthetics of Visual Kei, they are creating a sound (and a look) t…
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