Podcasts about Kanazawa

The J2/J3 100 Year Vision League drew to a close with the 2nd round of playoff fixtures, and in this episode James Taylor and new JPred champion Jon Steele discussed the match to decide who was overall winner, Sendai v Toyama (to 14:00). They then moved on to talk about Yokohama FC's final game at home to Yamaguchi (to 27:10), and ended with a look at Kanazawa v Gunma (to 39:35), managerial changes (to 51:20), and a preview of the All Star Game (to end).   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, Dan Orlowitz re-joins the Krewe to preview Japan's tournament outlook. We break down Samurai Blue's final roster, key players to watch, group-stage matchups, and what a successful World Cup would look like for Japan. Plus, Dan shares his predictions for the tournament's biggest surprises, disappointments, and who he thinks will be lifting the trophy when it's all said and done. Whether you're a diehard soccer fan or a once-every-four-years World Cup viewer, this episode is the perfect primer before kickoff. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past KOJ Sports-Related Episodes ------ Bridging Communities Through MLB Players Trust ft. Amy Hever & Chris Capuano (S6E18) Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E6) Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E4) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ About Dan Orlowitz ------ Dan's Socials & Writings J-Talk Podcast ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

In this week's bumper JTET, Jon Steele and James Taylor reviewed the games from the 1st round of the J2/J3 100 Year Vision League playoffs. In part 1, James talks about the West, with a focus on Toyama v Miyazaki, Nara v Oita, and Kanazawa v Tottori (to 30:25). Then in Part 2, Jon reviews the East games, with a particular look at Tochigi City v Iwata, Yokohama FC v Omiya, and Sgamihara v Fujieda (to end). There's also the usual Most Bravo Player and games to watch.   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Jon Steele and James Taylor are back on the regular JTET beat this week, as they check in on the action from the penultimate round of J2/J3 group stage fixtures. In part 1, James reviews the West groups, with a focus on Tosu v Yamaguchi and Osaka v Kanazawa (to 25:30). In part 2, Jon talks about the East groups, including Kofu v Gifu (to end). Plus all the usual Most Bravo Players and Games to Watch.   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Almost exactly one year after Season 6's Expo 2025 deep dive with Sachiko Yoshimura, the Krewe closes the loop with two people who were actually there. Lea Disimone & Bridget McCarthy served as Youth Ambassadors at the US Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka, and they share what the program was really like from the inside, from a day in the life to the lasting impact it left on them. Two New Orleans connections, one world's fair, and a conversation worth the wait. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past KOJ Episodes ------ Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura [S6E2] Hanging Out In Hyogo ft. Rob Dyer of The Real Japan [S5E14] Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) [S5E5] Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough [S4E19] Travel Hiroshima ft. Joy Jarman-Walsh [S4E4] Travel Aomori ft. Kay Allen & Megan DeVille [S3E17] Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats [S3E15] Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel [S3E12] ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Kanazawa no es sólo un destino muy interesante en sí mismo y con mucho que ver y hacer, sino que también puede ser una base de operaciones estupenda. Por eso, en este episodio te contamos excursiones desde Kanazawa de interés. Algunas seguro que te resultan más conocidas (Shirakawago o incluso Toyama), pero te damos otras ideas como el templo Eiheiji o el Gran Buda de Echizen o el de Takaoka, más además varias excursiones de onsen por si te apetece y muchas otras. Dale al play sin olvidarte del lápiz y papel. Luego, en Japonismo mini hablamos de una prueba que van a hacer en Tokio con un autobús sin conductor en la zona alrededor del lado Marunouchi de la estación de Tokio, leemos muuuuuuchos comentarios y, esta vez, como palabra japonesa hablamos de Kaga, para darte contexto si visitas la zona y que no te rías sin más pensando en cosas escatológicas ;) ¡Mata ne! ¿Quieres colaborar con el programa? - Colabora en Patreon - Únete a la Comunidad Japonismo - Reserva hoteles en Japón (y en todo el mundo) - Consigue seguro de viajes (¡no sólo para Japón!) - Busca los mejores vuelos - Lleva Internet (pocket wifi o SIM) - JR Pass para viajes ilimitados en tren ---- Continúa la conversación en: - Web: https://japonismo.com - Discord: https://discord.gg/hZrSa57 - Facebook: https://facebook.com/japonismo - Twitter: https://twitter.com/japonismo - Instagram: https://instagram.com/japonismo - Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/japonismo - Newsletter semanal: http://eepurl.com/di60Xn

HENNGE株式会社は5月8日、5月21日、22日に開催される「第41回いしかわ情報システムフェア『e-messe kanazawa 2026』」に出展すると発表した。

Découvrez la culture Japon et des anecdotes culturelles uniques avec Alexandra Cappadoro. Dans cet épisode, j'accueille uneinvitée qui porte l'interculturel dans le corps : Vice-Présidente de NEOMA Alumni et fondatrice du concept « Voyage Culinaire Japonais ».D'origine austro-sicilienne, Alexandra incarne parfaitement le concept de « Third Culture Kid » (ou adult). Elle nous raconte son enfance marquée par l'arrêt brutal de son bilinguisme à l'âge de 7 ans sur simple conseil médical, une anecdote frappante sur l'évolution de nos regards linguistiques.Son lien viscéral avec le Japon est au cœur de notre échange. Elle nous transporte dans son quotidien de coordinatrice internationale à Nara, au sein du secteur public japonais.Elle partage des pépites sur la vie nippone : de l'humidité de Kanazawa à la hiérarchie stricte du bain familial où l'épouse passe en dernier, sans oublier le luxe des fruits offerts comme cadeaux de prestige.Nous explorons les nuances subtiles de la société japonaise, comme la dualité entre le « Honne » (le soi véritable) et le « Tatemae » (le masque social). Alexandra livre un témoignage sans fard sur la pression sociale immense pesant sur les femmes et les défis d'intégration pour une étrangère mariée au Japon.Son passage en Floride nous réserve aussi une surprise : l'adaptation y fut plus complexe qu'au Japon, illustrant que la proximité culturelle apparente est parfois trompeuse. Aujourd'hui, elle transforme cette richesse via ses dîners immersifs, cuisinant des plats quotidiens pour transmettre un Japon authentique.Cet épisode traite de ces « bouts de soi » disséminés dans le monde et de l'importance des réseaux, comme les tribus de NEOMA, pour se sentir chez soi partout. Une discussion passionnante sur la décentration et l'art de se réinventer.Découvrir Voyage Culinaire Japonais:Sur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voyageculinairejaponais/Le site web: https://voyageculinairejaponais.com/Que vous soyez expatrié ou expatriée, voyageur ou voyageuse ou juste curieux de cultures et de la diversité, ce podcast est pour vous!Bonne écoute!---Surprises interculturelles est LE podcast qui vous fait voyager et mieux comprendre les cultures du monde.

With NASA's Artemis II mission sending humans around the Moon for the first time since the 70s, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from 2024. The Krewe sat down with Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA for a fascinating look at Japan's role in the global space race: from SLIM's pinpoint lunar landing to Japan's partnership in the Artemis program and beyond. If the Moon is on your mind right now, this one's for you. ++++++ OG Show Notes ++++++ Prepare for lift off as the Krewe sits down with returning guest Dr. Kate Kitagawa of JAXA to look deep into the past, present, and future of Japan's space program! From pencil rockets & SLIM landers to international collaborative efforts, discover Japan's role in exploring the far reaches of outer space. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past Episodes with Dr. Kate Kitagawa ------ The Age of Lady Samurai (S01E12) ------ Links about JAXA & Dr. Kate Kitagawa ------ JAXA (English) on Twitter JAXA (Japanese) on Twitter JAXA on Instagram JAXA (English) on Facebook JAXA (Japanese) on Facebook JAXA Website (Japanese) JAXA Website (English) ISAS (English) on Twitter ISAS (Japanese) on Twitter ISAS on Instagram JAXA on YouTube JAXA Space Education Center Website (English) MMX Game Lunarcraft Game SLIM The Pinpoint Moon Landing Game Kate's Book "The Secret Lives of Numbers" Kate's Website ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Episode Summary In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Daniel Fienup, Dr. Kate Loomis, and Lilian Morales to discuss their recent paper in JABA, Turning the Page: Increasing children's preference for looking at and engaging with books. In this episode, we explore how books can function as powerful reinforcers for young children, especially in early learning and ABA contexts. We discuss how to identify when books are actually reinforcing, how to condition books as reinforcers if they're not already, and practical strategies for incorporating them into teaching and behavior support. Key Topics Covered 1. What Makes Something a Reinforcer? Reinforcers are defined by their effect on behavior—not by intention A book is only a reinforcer if it increases the likelihood of a behavior Preference ≠ reinforcement (must test it) 2. Are Books Naturally Reinforcing? For some children: yes (especially those with strong interest in stories, visuals, or routines) For others: books may be neutral or even aversive Depends on learning history and prior pairing 3. Conditioning Books as Reinforcers Pair books with already-established reinforcers (e.g., attention, snacks, praise) Make reading interactive and engaging (voices, movement, pointing, questions) Start with short durations and build up tolerance/enjoyment Follow the child's lead (let them turn pages, choose books, etc.) 4. Embedding Books into Teaching Use books as part of discrete trial or natural environment teaching Reinforce responses with brief access to a favorite book Incorporate targets into reading (labeling, WH questions, listener responding) Use repeated readings to build fluency and predictability 5. Expanding Reinforcer Repertoires Why it matters: reduces reliance on edibles or screens Books are portable, social, and developmentally beneficial Helps build early literacy and joint attention skills 6. Common Mistakes Assuming all kids like books Using books too long as a reinforcer (loses value) Not rotating or updating book options Ignoring signs of disengagement 7. Practical Tips Keep a small "high-value" book rotation Use novelty strategically Observe what aspects the child enjoys (pictures, repetition, sensory elements) Track what actually increases responding Takeaways Books can absolutely function as reinforcers—but only if conditioned or preferred Pairing and engagement are key to building their value Using books as reinforcers supports both behavior change and language development Resources Tsai and Greer (2006). Conditioned Observation of Books and Accelerated Acquisition of Textual Responding by Preschool Children. Teachers College MA in ABA program. Teachers College Ph.D. in ABA program. Kanazawa et al. (2024). A comparison of parental attention and preferred items during tummy time: A consecutive controlled case series evaluation. D. Ross & R. Douglas Greer (Eds.). (2025). When Text Speaks: Learning to Read and Reading to Learn. Sloan Publishing. The Fred S. Keller School. Comprehensive Application of Behavior Analysis to Schooling (CABAS).

dean erdmann lives and works between San Diego, CA and Brooklyn, NY. dean erdmann is an interdisciplinary artist in moving and still images, sculpture, and installation. Their sculptural practice evolved from their image-making practice. They live and work between Brooklyn, NY and San Diego, CA. Their work has been exhibited at ONE Archives, Mexicali Biennial, Hammer Museum, REDCAT, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, Spiral Hall, Tokyo, Kavi GuptaBerlin, the Sheila Johnson Design Center, Torrance Art Museum, and Public Fiction, among many others. Their permanent public commission for the LA K-line Leimert Park Station opened Fall 2022. Over the following years, they collaborated with an evolving team of dedicated artists and producers—Grace Whiteside, Celeste Wilson, Christopher Duffy, Esteban Salazar-Cucalon, Michael Haddy, and James Corporan, —while receiving support from fellowships and residencies at Vera List Center for Art and Politics, Urban Glass, and The Chinati Foundation. Installation view: dean erdmann, Vitrum, Company Gallery, 2026 dean erdmann, 700cc, 2026 Hot mold blown glass and steel armature 28 x 18 1/2 x 14 in dean erdmann, (detail image) razr 2 (front), 2026 Hot blown mold glass 23 x 23 x 9 in

This week's episode begins with the West: first James Taylor discusses Ryukyu v Yamaguchi, before revelling in Kanazawa's win away to Toyama in the Hokuriku Derby (to 19:45). In part 2, Jon Steele runs through the East groups, before trying to make sense of Nagano's capitulation at home to Matsumoto in the Shinshu Derby (to end). Both parts also include picks for Most Bravo Players and games to watch in matchday 7.   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Steven Seidenberg is a distinguished American artist, photographer, poet, and philosopher whose interdisciplinary practice seamlessly integrates visual documentation with rigorous philosophical and literary investigation. Having resided and worked in San Francisco for many years, he continues to draw profound inspiration from the city's complex historical strata in his ongoing explorations of perception, place, memory, and the subtle residues of human presence within neglected or abandoned spaces.An early defining moment in his development illuminated the profound affinity between photography and philosophical writing, establishing a practice in which the camera functions simultaneously as a documentary tool and a means of conceptual inquiry. Among his body of work, The Architecture of Silence most decisively secured his international recognition. This major publication documents the abandoned agricultural landscapes and the consequences of failed post-war land reform policies in southern Italy. The project was significantly shaped by his sustained collaboration with archaeologist Carolyn L. White, which has fundamentally altered his conceptualization of absence not as mere emptiness, but as a potent form of presence and a repository of historical materiality.Seidenberg's literary works have achieved notable resonance across linguistic borders, appearing in translations into Swedish, Italian, and Portuguese, each of which has underscored the universal applicability of his ideas. His most ambitious literary endeavor to date, Coda, published by Omnidawn in 2025, constitutes a sophisticated fusion of poetry, narrative, and philosophical reflection. Seidenberg personally narrated the audiobook edition, an undertaking that deepened his engagement with the text's core concerns of language, desire, and thought. Widely regarded by critics as a witty, philosophically rich, and formally inventive masterpiece, Coda represents both a summit of his creative achievement and the opening of new trajectories in his practice.In 2026, Seidenberg advances this line of inquiry with Kanazawa Vacancy, a series of haunting black-and-white photographs that record Japan's empty houses and vacant lots in Kanazawa. This work extends and refines the concerns first articulated in earlier projects such as Pipevalve: Berlin and The Architecture of Silence. Concurrently, his major solo exhibition Home Truth: Image-Making in Absence opens at the Lilley Museum of Art in Reno, presenting a comprehensive synthesis of multiple bodies of work including images of migrant encampments in Rome and marking the culmination of his decades-long preoccupation with forgotten spaces marked by economic disruption, displacement, and demographic shift. These concurrent projects have yielded sharpened insights into the dynamics of attention and the construction of memory.Reflecting on the breadth of his accomplishments major exhibitions across Japan, Italy, Germany, Mexico, and the United States; critically acclaimed publications; and significant international translations Seidenberg remains guided by a focused vision concerning the fundamental acts of seeing and knowing. Through his work, he seeks to convey a central insight to both readers and viewers: that absence is itself articulate, bearing eloquent witness to human experience, and that sustained, attentive perception discloses the quiet, enduring narratives embedded within both the physical environment and the domain of thought. His ongoing and forthcoming projects continue to articulate these intersections with clarity, intellectual precision, and poetic depth.

山野之義氏任期満了に伴う石川県知事選は８日投開票され、無所属新人で前金沢市長の山野之義氏が、現職の馳浩氏、自民、維新推薦、と新人で元団体役員の黒梅明氏、共産推薦、の無所属２人を破り、初当選を果たした。 Yukiyoshi Yamano, an independent and a former mayor of the city of Kanazawa, the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture, won the central Japan prefecture's gubernatorial election for the first time on Sunday, defeating incumbent Hiroshi Hase and another candidate.

Yukiyoshi Yamano, an independent and a former mayor of the city of Kanazawa, the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture, won the central Japan prefecture's gubernatorial election for the first time on Sunday, defeating incumbent Hiroshi Hase and another candidate.

Pokemon Day 2026 is here! Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokemon with the Krewe by reliving the 25th anniversary of Pokemon! lol Digging deep in the vault to pull out a special Pokemon Day throwback to Season 1, Episode 3 of the podcast... where we have the WHOLE OG Krewe freshly hatched out of our podcast Pokemon egg!  ++++++ In this episode, the Krewe gathers to discuss the iconic Japanese media franchise, Pokémon! Celebrating its 25th anniversary this February, Pokémon is the highest grossing media franchise in the world! From its anime and games, to trading cards and mobile apps, Pokémon truly unites people from across the world. Tune in to this episode to hear the krewe discuss the history, major moments, and each krewe member's favorite Pokémon! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past KOJ Pokemon/Nintendo Episodes ------ The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 2] (S4E3) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 1] (S4E2) We Love Pokemon: Celebrating 25 Years (S1E3) Why Japan? ft. Matt Alt (S1E1) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

In this week's JTET, Jon Steele kicks things off with an update on the East groups, with a detailed and gleeful look at Yokohama FC's victory over Tochigi City, picks a Most Bravo Player and a game to watch (to 19:00). Then, James Taylor talks about the West, particularly group-toppers Kochi United's win against Kanazawa, picks his MBP and games to watch (to end).   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

The Krewe wraps up Season 6 with an episode looking back at the highs, the lows, & what's to come! Join Doug & Jenn for listener feedback and behind-the-scenes stories as they put a bow on the 6th chapter of KOJ Podcast! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Friendships Bloom: Surprising Bonds at Kanazawa's Sakura Fest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-18-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 金沢の町に、ほのかな春の兆しが見え始める頃、桜まつりが賑やかに開かれていました。En: As the faint signs of spring started appearing in the town of Kanazawa, the sakura festival was held lively.Ja: 冷たい冬が去り、桃色の花びらが街を彩ります。En: The cold winter had passed, and pink flower petals colored the town.Ja: 人々は重いコートを脱ぎ、穏やかな春の息吹を胸いっぱいに吸い込んでいました。En: People took off their heavy coats and inhaled the gentle breath of spring deeply into their chests.Ja: はるとは、この賑やかな光景の中にいました。En: Haruto was among this bustling scene.Ja: 最近、仕事のために金沢に引っ越してきた彼は、まだこの都会に馴染めず、少し孤独を感じていました。En: Having recently moved to Kanazawa for work, he had not yet accustomed himself to the city and felt a bit lonely.Ja: でも、今日の祭りの雰囲気は、彼の心を少し軽くしてくれました。En: However, the festival's atmosphere today lightened his heart a bit.Ja: 祭りの屋台をぶらぶらと歩いていると、はるとはある土産物屋の前で立ち止まりました。En: As he wandered through the festival stalls, Haruto stopped in front of a souvenir shop.Ja: そこには、桜をモチーフにした綺麗なハンカチが並んでいました。En: There, neatly arranged, were beautiful handkerchiefs with cherry blossom motifs.Ja: 手を伸ばすと、同時にもう一人が同じ品に手を伸ばしました。En: As he reached out his hand, another person simultaneously reached for the same item.Ja: 「あっ、ごめんなさい！」明るい声が響きました。En: "Oh, I'm sorry!" a cheerful voice rang out.Ja: はるとは驚いて顔を上げました。En: Haruto, surprised, looked up.Ja: そこにいたのは、あいこという女性でした。En: Before him stood a woman named Aiko.Ja: 彼女は地元の人で、桜の季節を心から楽しんでいるようでした。En: She was a local, and seemed to fully enjoy the cherry blossom season.Ja: 「こちらこそごめんなさい」とはるとは照れくさそうに応じました。En: "I'm sorry too," replied Haruto, somewhat sheepishly.Ja: 出会いから、二人は自然に会話を始めました。En: From that encounter, the two naturally began a conversation.Ja: はるとは最初は緊張していましたが、あいこの親しげな笑顔に安心しました。En: Haruto initially felt nervous but was put at ease by Aiko's friendly smile.Ja: 「あなたも桜が好きなんですね」あいこが聞きました。En: "You like cherry blossoms too, don't you?" Aiko asked.Ja: 「ええ、桜はすごく美しいですね。En: "Yes, cherry blossoms are really beautiful.Ja: でも、まだこの街のことをあまり知らなくて…」はるとが言いました。En: But... I don't really know much about this city yet," Haruto said.Ja: 「じゃあ、一緒に祭りを回りませんか？En: "Then, why don't we tour the festival together?Ja: 案内しますよ」あいこが提案しました。En: I can show you around," Aiko suggested.Ja: その言葉に、はるとはうなずきました。En: With those words, Haruto nodded.Ja: 二人は屋台を巡り、美味しい料理を楽しみながら、笑顔で話し続けました。En: The two roamed around the stalls, enjoying delicious foods while continuing to talk with smiles.Ja: あいこは芸術家で、自然からインスピレーションを得て絵を描くことが好きだと話しました。En: Aiko shared that she was an artist and loved to draw, gaining inspiration from nature.Ja: 「桜の下で絵を描くと新しいアイデアが浮かぶんですよ」と彼女は言いました。En: "When I paint under the cherry blossoms, new ideas come to me," she said.Ja: 「それは素敵ですね。En: "That's wonderful.Ja: でも、僕にはそういう才能がない」とはるとは控えめに言いました。En: But, I don't have any talent like that," Haruto said modestly.Ja: 「あきらめないで。En: "Don't give up.Ja: きっと何か才能があるはずですよ」とあいこは励ましました。En: I'm sure you have some talent," Aiko encouraged.Ja: 二人は、温かい春の光の中で、互いの夢や未来について語り合いました。En: The two of them, in the warm spring light, talked about their dreams and the future.Ja: そして、祭りが終わる頃には、連絡先を交換し、また会う約束をしました。En: By the time the festival was ending, they had exchanged contact information and promised to meet again.Ja: はるとはこの出会いのおかげで、心が軽くなるのを感じました。En: Thanks to this encounter, Haruto felt his heart lighten.Ja: 新しい街での生活が少しずつ明るくなり、この出会いが自分にとって新しいインスピレーションになると気づいたのです。En: Life in the new city was slowly becoming brighter, and he realized that this meeting was becoming a new inspiration for him.Ja: そして、あいこは、はるととの会話からも新しいインスピレーションを得ることができました。En: Aiko, too, was able to gain new inspiration from the conversation with Haruto.Ja: 桜だけでなく、人々との出会いが新たな創作の源になることを悟ったのです。En: She recognized that encounters with people, not just the cherry blossoms, could become a new source of creation.Ja: その日の桜の下での出会いは、二人の心を優しく結び、鮮やかに咲いた花々のように、彼らの人生に美しい影響を与えました。En: The encounter beneath the cherry blossoms that day gently connected their hearts, and like the vividly blooming flowers, had a beautiful impact on their lives.Ja: 祭りの終わりが近づいても、二人の友情は始まったばかりでした。En: Even as the festival drew to a close, their friendship was just beginning. Vocabulary Words:faint: ほのかsigns: 兆しbustling: 賑やかaccustomed: 馴染めずlonely: 孤独atmosphere: 雰囲気lightened: 軽くwandered: ぶらぶらsouvenir: 土産物neatly: 綺麗motifs: モチーフsimultaneously: 同時にsurprised: 驚いてsheepishly: 照れくさそうinitially: 最初modestly: 控えめにencouraged: 励ましましたroamed: 巡りdelicious: 美味しいinspiration: インスピレーションtalent: 才能exchanged: 交換recognize: 悟るencounters: 出会いsource: 源gently: 優しくvigorous: 鮮やかimpact: 影響warm: 温かいfuture: 未来

In the spirit of Carnival season, here's a special bonus rebroadcast of our Mardi Gras Super-Sized Special released in January 2025 about a unique connection between New Orleans, Japan & Mardi Gras that took place in 2024! ++++++2024 was a special year for Carnival and the Japan-New Orleans connection! Lafcadio Hearn's life & works inspired the theme for Rex Parade 2024: "The Two Worlds of Lafcadio Hearn - New Orleans & Japan". But why Hearn? What went into the float design? What other ways has Hearn left a lasting impact on both New Orleans & Japan? Find out today with a super-sized special Mardi Gras bonus episode, featuring insights from Rex historian/archivist Will French & historian/archivist emeritus Dr. Stephen Hales, Royal Artists float designer/artistic director Caroline Thomas, Lafcadio Hearn's great grandson Bon Koizumi,  legendary chef John Folse, Captain of the Krewe of Lafcadio John Kelly, JSNO's resident Lafcadio Hearn expert Matthew Smith, and even the Mayor of Matsue Akihito Uesada! Get ready for Mardi Gras 2025 by reflecting on this unique connection between New Orleans & Japan!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Music Credits ------Background music provided by: Royalty Free Music by Giorgio Di Campo for Free Sound Music http://freesoundmusic.eu FreeSoundMusic on Youtube  Link to Original Sound Clip------ Audio Clip Credits ------Thanks to Dominic Massa & everyone at WYES for allowing us to use some of the audio from the below Rex Clips:Segment about Royal Artist & Float DesignFull 2024 Rex Ball Coverage (Krewe of Lafcadio/Nicholls State segment)Thanks to Matsue City Hall & Mayor Akihito Uesada for their video message below:Message from Matsue Mayor Akihito Uesada------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Hearn/Matsue/History Episodes ------30 Years, 2 Cities: The 2024 New Orleans-Matsue Exchange ft. Katherine Heller & Wade Trosclair (S6E11)From Tokyo to Treme: A Jazz Trombone Tale ft. Haruka Kikuchi (S6E10)Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ Links about Rex ------2024 Rex Parade/Float PDF with Full DesignsCaroline Thomas's Website------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

The J2/J3 100 Year Vision League kicked off at the weekend, so Jon Steele and James Taylor got together to discuss the big talking points from the opening round of fixtures. In part 1, Jon reviews the East groups, with a particular focus on Yokohama FC v Yamagata, then picks his East MBP and games to watch for matchday 2 (to 24:25). Then in part 2, James talks about Imabari v Kanazawa and Kagoshima v Miyazaki, discusses the postponements, picks a West MBP and games to watch (to end).   Thank you for your support of the J-Talk Podcast and J-Talk: Extra Time. *Join the J-Talk Podcast Patreon here: https://patreon.com/jtalkpod *Find our JLeague Chat Discord server here: https://discord.gg/UwN2ambAwg *Follow JTET on Bluesky here: @jtalket.bsky.social

Fresh from an adventure in Japan, Wild Frontiers founder Jonny Bealby is joined by our Far East experts as they dive into this trending destination. Director of Product & Operations, Marc Leaderman, unveils the country's fascinating history and shares cultural insights from his time in Japan.Drawing on a decade of experience in the ‘kitchen of Japan' - Osaka, Wild Frontiers Japan expert, Jim Hutchison, talks through some of the nuances of travelling in Japan and our Japan tailor-made adventures, from Tokyo's contrasting neighbourhoods to rural ryokans in Kiso-Fukushima, Kanazawa, Kyoto and the emotional experience of Hiroshima.Operations Manager, Stacy Mallaby talks through how to visit Japan on a small group tour, from the classic routing of our Land of the Samurai trip, to our new Four Islands Adventure itinerary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Astro Boy to Gundam to real-world robots like ASIMO and Pepper, Japan's fascination with robots runs deep. This week, the Krewe is joined by author, cultural commentator, & robot enthusiast Matt Alt to explore how robots became heroes instead of threats in Japanese pop culture and how those sci-fi dreams quietly shaped Japan's modern relationship with technology, AI, and everyday automation. From giant mecha and cyborg icons to robot cafés and beyond, we dig into why Japan seems so comfortable living alongside machines in an episode that's equal parts nostalgia, culture, and future tech.------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Matt Alt Links ------Matt's WebsitePure Invention - Publisher's PageMatt's NewsletterPure Tokyoscope PodcastMatt on IG------ Past Matt Alt Episodes ------Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt (S5E3)The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18)How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13)Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5)Why Japan ft. Matt Alt (S1E1)------ Past KOJ Pop Culture Episodes ------Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela (S5E18)The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S5E1)Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus)Japanese Mascot Mania ft. Chris Carlier of Mondo Mascots (S4E8)Tokusatsu Talk with a Super Sentai ft. Sotaro Yasuda aka GekiChopper (S4E6)The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 2] (S4E3)The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 1] (S4E2)Japanese Independent Film Industry ft. Award Winning Director Eiji Uchida (S3E18)Talking Shonen Anime Series ft. Kyle Hebert (S3E10)Japanese Arcades (S2E16)How to Watch Anime: Subbed vs. Dubbed ft. Dan Woren (S2E9)Manga: Literature & An Art Form ft. Danica Davidson (S2E3)The Fantastical World of Studio Ghibli ft. Steve Alpert (S2E1)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 3: Modern Day Anime  (2010's-Present) (S1E18)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 2: The Golden Age  (1990's-2010's) (S1E16)The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 1: Nostalgia (60's-80's) (S1E5)We Love Pokemon: Celebrating 25 Years (S1E3)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!