Podcasts about Kyoto

We wrap up the west on this week's episode, and after celebrating Japan's triumph in the Under 23 Asian Cup, Jonny and Ben welcome Kyoto correspondent Jamie Meikle back to the pod to chat about Sanga's tremendous 2025 season, and to look ahead to their 2026 by discussing their dealings in the transfer market, key players and ones to watch, and our final thoughts on their prospects for the Chaos Energy J.League Cup (to 32:45). Later Jonny and Ben follow the same pattern in chatting about Cerezo Osaka (to 48:50), Gamba Osaka (to 1:09:05), Nagoya (to 1:25:55) and Shimizu (to end), with those final three teams all under the stewardship of new managers.

Travel gets interesting when you stop speeding past real life. I sat down with Miyuki Seguchi—licensed guide, former journalist, and host of the Japan Experts podcast—to unpack how small cultural details and mindful planning turn a Japan itinerary into a human adventure. From a monolingual childhood in central Japan to studying in the UK and a formative solo trip to Italy, Miyuki shares how early sparks of curiosity became a mission to help travelers connect with people, not just places.We explore what most visitors miss between Tokyo and Kyoto: central Japan's living craft traditions, original samurai castles, and communities that still shape metal, paper, textiles, and ceramics by hand. Miyuki explains why overtourism strains big-name cities while rural regions hold deep culture but fewer English supports—and how travelers can bridge that gap with respect, patience, and simple etiquette. You'll learn practical insights that matter on the ground: why public trash bins are rare, how to move through ryokan and tatami rooms, what onsen manners communicate, and how to ride trains without stress. These aren't rules for rules' sake; they're keys that unlock warmth, trust, and the kind of conversations you remember years later.If you're planning your first visit—or returning to go beyond the postcards—Miyuki breaks down smarter itineraries, logistics that save time, and the mindset that turns workshops, studios, and castle towns into meaningful experiences. We also dig into how to choose less-visited stops without sacrificing comfort, and how a single detour can reframe your entire trip. Come for the travel tips, stay for the stories that reveal how culture lives in daily routines, shared meals, and the careful hands of artisans.Ready to travel deeper, not wider? Subscribe to The Human Adventure, share this episode with a friend who loves Japan, and leave a quick review so more curious travelers and adventurers can find us.If you want to learn more about Miyuki and what she offers check out www.miyukiseguchi.com and get her free Japan travel guide that shares 7 ways to make your trip more authentic and memorable. You can also follow her on Instagram @japan.experts and check out her podcast Japan Experts to learn more.Be sure and join The Human Adventure community by following me on Instagram @humanadventurepod.  Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

Join Digital Education Committee Chair and podcast host Michael S. Lloyd, MD, FHRS, and his guests Kelvin C. Chua, MBBS, MD, FHRS, CEPS-A, and Rahul N Doshi, MD, FHRS, for this week's Lead episode, which was recorded live at APHRS 2025 in Kyoto, Japan. This discussion will review recent evidence on the feasibility and safety of pulsed field ablation (PFA) for coronary sinus and left atrial appendage isolation, as well as mitral isthmus ablation, focusing on both acute and chronic outcomes. Panelists will examine procedural considerations, lesion durability, and safety signals highlighted in the study, and explore how these findings may inform evolving ablation strategies for complex atrial arrhythmias.   Learning Objectives Summarize the acute and chronic feasibility and safety outcomes of pulsed field ablation (PFA) for coronary sinus isolation, left atrial appendage isolation, and mitral isthmus ablation as reported in the study. Evaluate procedural techniques and lesion durability considerations associated with using PFA in anatomically complex atrial structures. Assess the potential clinical implications of these findings for incorporating PFA into ablation strategies for complex atrial arrhythmias, including patient selection and risk mitigation.   Podcast Contributors Michael S. Lloyd, MD, FHRS Kelvin C. Chua, MBBS, MD, FHRS, CEPS-A Rahul N Doshi, MD, FHRS   Host and Contributor Disclosure(s): K.C. Chua•Nothing to disclose. R. N. Doshi•Speaking/Teaching/Consulting/Authoring: Boston Scientific, Kestra Inc., Abbott, Impulse Dynamics USA    M. S. Lloyd •Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting: Medtronic, Agra MedTech, Circa Scientific •Membership on Advisory Committees: Boston Scientific   Article for Discussion

In today's episode is for anyone traveling to Japan soon—or anyone who simply loves Japan and wants to understand why it feels so magical. Because yes, Tokyo is dazzling, Kyoto is beautiful, and the food will ruin you in the best way… but the real secret is something quieter. Japan runs on what I call the quiet rules—the small cultural details that make your trip smoother, more respectful, and honestly, more elevated. These are the habits that help you move through stations with ease, feel confident in restaurants, understand onsen etiquette, and avoid the mistakes that unintentionally scream “tourist.” So if you have a trip coming up, grab a pen, take notes, and share this episode with your friend who's about to book Tokyo and Kyoto and call it done. And even if you don't have a trip planned, these little cultural cues are still inspiring—because they teach us how to move through the world with more intention and grace. Thank you for listening! X Candice

Before fully diving into 2026, the Krewe takes a minute (or 64) to reflect on Japan in 2025, recapping & remembering the good, the bad & the wacky. From the top news stories of 2025 to the year's biggest pop culture stand outs, this episode covers it all!------ 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! Get your very own JAPAN BEAR SHELTER------ Past KOJ Episodes Referenced ------Crash Course in Japanese Politics ft. Tobias Harris of Japan Foresight (S6E13)Social Media & Perceptions of Japan (S6E8)Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E5)Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E4)Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura (S6E2)Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) (S5E5)Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus)Visiting Themed Cafes in Japan ft. Chris Nilghe of TDR Explorer (S4E15)The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10)Japan 2021: A Year in Review (S2E13)Japanese Theme Parks ft. TDR Explorer (S2E4)Greatest Anime of All-Time pt. 3: Modern Day Anime (2010-Present) (S1E18)Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

Send us a textIn this episode of Supernatural Japan, join us as we explore supernatural paths less traveled in Yawata City in Kyoto, Japan. Host Kevin O'Shea and writer Phillip Jackson explore supernatural sites located in Yawata and on Otokoyama. They visit a house reputed to be haunted, a traditional cemetery, and various shrines and temples on the mountain. A location connected to tales of hauntings and other unexplained phenomena. Follow the podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supernaturaljapanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapanBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.socialX: https://x.com/MadForMapleEmail: supernaturaljapan@gmail.comFind Phillip Jackson's books:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Phillip-Jackson/author/B07K4YHPZB?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=truehttps://www.hiddenpathskyoto.com/Tales from Kevin Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-kevin/id1767355563Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes) MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevinNEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/Website: https://supernaturaljapan.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

The guys are back for the first episode of 2026 and they're joined by Genki once again. This time, the crew focuses on what they've been doing over the break which includes discussion on Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2, Watch Dogs: Legion, a visit to the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto and a ton more. The show is closed out with some feedback from you and a look at Ty's latest findings from UFO catchers. 00:00:00 Intro00:04:35 Danny & Genki - Nintendo Museum00:35:43 Genki - Lumines Arise00:40:20 Ty - Watch Dogs: Legion00:57:22 JC - The Fammies 2025 Take 2 & Street Fighter 601:15:17 Now Playing at TheFamicast.com01:17:20 Feedback01:23:01 OutroThank you so much for subscribing, listening and for your support! Website: www.thefamicast.comEmail: thefamicast (at) gmail (dot) comPatreon: patreon.com/thefamicastYouTube: youtube.com/thefamicastBluesky: @thefamicast.bsky.socialX: @thefamicast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest today is Trixi Symonds, the founder of Sew a Softie, a global initiative that encourages adults—especially parents, teachers, and community leaders—to teach children how to sew. As Sew a Softie celebrates 10 years in 2026, the movement has grown into an international creative community that has helped tens of thousands of kids discover the joy of making something with their own hands.Trixi is a former primary school teacher who has spent more than three decades introducing children to sewing through classrooms, workshops, books, and softie patterns designed specifically for young makers. Through Sew a Softie, she created a simple, welcoming way for families and educators to pass on sewing skills while building confidence, creativity, and problem-solving in kids.Her work has been featured in Simply Sewing Magazine, Country Living, Homespun, Handmade, Casa Creativa, Patchwork & Quilting, and major publications including The Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, The Chicago Tribune, Parade, and Uppercase Magazine. Trixi has also designed softie characters for the Ugly Dolls Movie and the beloved children's book series Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas, bringing her playful designs to an even wider audience.She has taught and led workshops in Kyoto, Amsterdam, Melbourne, and throughout her home city of Sydney, Australia, and she continues to inspire families around the world through Sew a Softie's annual Global Kids Sewing Party, books, and online community.Today, Trixi joins us to talk about how Sew a Softie began, what she's learned from kids over the years, and why teaching children to sew is really about much more than just fabric and thread(1:56) How did Trixi Learn to Sew?(3:34) Why did Trixi's family relocate all the way to Australia(4:16) Who influenced Trixi's  sewing?            (7:05) Sew-A-Softie turns 10 this year. What was the moment that it clicked for her to start this movement? And what's a Zenki?(12:48) What inspires Trixi's Softie designs?(14:37) Trixi shares a few stories about people in the Sew A Softie program(16:58) What's the Global Kids Sewing Party and how did it come to be?(22:13) How many softies have been created over the years?(23:10) What surprises her most about Sew & Softie?(24:05) What have the kids taught her over the years?(26:23) How does living in Sydney, Australia influence her and her work?(26:30) Trixi talks about her new book Sew A So Softie Workbook #3.(26:10) when not sewing or teaching, how does Trixi like to spend her time?(29:40) What's next for her and what's her dream?(30:12 ) Is there a question we didn't ask?(30:35) Want to reach out to Trixi? You can find her at trixi@sewasofti.com, Instagram and Facebook Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.

In tonight's sleep hypnosis with Jessica, you're invited into the quiet calm of a traditional Japanese ryokan. Inspired by a stay in Kyoto, this gentle visualization draws on simplicity, ritual, and stillness to help you drift off into sleep. As always, tonight's episode will start with a relaxing introduction from Jessica, before we sink into tonight's Sleep Hypnosis. Want more Sleep Magic? Join Sleep Magic Premium ✨ Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free, access to Jessica's complete back catalog of over 60 episodes, and show your support to Jessica.  To Subscribe 

Curious about how to make woodblock prints?   In this episode of Tattoo Tales, I'm joined by Australian artist Terry McKenna, known by his artist name Toraku ("Fun Knife"), who traded oil paints for the traditional Japanese art of Mokuhanga over twenty years ago. From his school in the mountains of Karuizawa, Terry breaks down the intricate world of woodblock printing—from the discipline of his apprenticeship in Kyoto to the specialized tools like the baren and cherry wood blocks.   We dive into the striking parallels between the heritage of Japanese printmaking and the tattooing world, exploring how the craft has evolved from the rigid assembly lines of the Edo period to a contemporary "Golden Age" where artists handle every step of the process.   It's a deep dive into a tactile, timeless and versatile medium that rewards patience and honors the rule of "making it from yourself."   Learn more about Terry's courses and residencies   Terry's school on IG   Stef's mentorship and projects   Stef's IG

Chainsaw Man Episode 9: From Kyoto is the series' turning point. It trades explosive chaos for quiet dread, introducing new hunters, new rules, and a far more calculated form of violence. As the Katana Devil arc begins, Chainsaw Man evolves into something darker — a story no longer about survival alone, but about vengeance, control, and the cost of power.   SHOW NOTES In Chainsaw Man Episode 9: From Kyoto, the series shifts gears in a major way. What begins as a quiet introduction of new characters quickly escalates into one of the most brutal and emotionally charged turning points of Season 1. In this dramatized recap and commentary, we break down the arrival of the Kyoto Devil Hunters, the chilling competence of their leadership, and how the Katana Devil arc officially transforms Chainsaw Man from chaotic action into calculated brutality. This episode marks the beginning of a darker tone — where survival is no longer guaranteed and vengeance becomes the driving force. We analyze character motivations, thematic shifts, and why Episode 9 feels like the calm before the storm — setting up one of the most devastating arcs in the series. ⚠️ Spoilers ahead for Chainsaw Man Episode 9   ⏱️ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Cold Open: A New Era Begins 02:45 – Aftermath of the Ambush & Emotional Fallout 06:30 – Enter the Kyoto Devil Hunters 10:15 – Kishibe's Philosophy: Survival Over Morality 14:50 – Why Episode 9 Feels Different 19:20 – The Katana Devil Arc Officially Begins 23:45 – Power, Fear, and Control Themes 28:10 – Predictions for What Comes Next 32:00 – Final Thoughts & Why This Episode Matters   SOUNDBITES / CLIP IDEAS Clip 1 (15–20s) “This is the moment Chainsaw Man stops being chaotic fun and becomes terrifyingly intentional.” Clip 2 (20–30s) “The Kyoto Devil Hunters don't just raise the power level — they change the rules entirely.” Clip 3 (15–25s) “Episode 9 feels quiet… and that's exactly why it's so dangerous.” Clip 4 (30s) “The Katana Devil arc isn't about strength — it's about who's willing to lose everything.” Clip 5 (20s) “This episode is the calm before one of the most brutal storms in modern anime.”   KEY TAKEAWAYS Episode 9 marks a major tonal shift in Chainsaw Man The Kyoto Devil Hunters represent experience over chaos Kishibe introduces a brutal philosophy: only the insane survive The Katana Devil arc begins with control, patience, and fear This episode quietly sets up massive emotional consequences Violence becomes more purposeful and personal Chainsaw Man transitions from shock value to psychological warfare

Smoke in your lungs, fire at your back, and a decision you can't postpone: run or turn around and help. That's where our conversation goes when a Marine walks us through an Osprey crash in Australia—alarms, hard banks, treetops, impact, then blackness split by orange flame. He unstraps, bolts, then sprints back to push guys farther from the heat, watching crew pull a barely conscious crew chief from the wreck. The pilots didn't make it. The adrenaline masked pain for hours; the paperwork later masked responsibility.To watch the full episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/Z03jag9JUtcBefore that day, he'd already been recalibrated by the world. MSG duty stationed him at embassies where suits, diplomacy, and three‑letter agencies share space and secrets. Tokyo set a new high bar for food quality, cleanliness, and civic discipline—Ikigai made visible in daily work. In Riyadh, he discovered how rules and reality diverge, where expats and elites create an underground nightlife, and how scarcity turns access into currency. Those scenes weren't about flexing; they were about understanding how networks, incentives, and culture really move people.Back in the fleet, Australia's ranges delivered heat, snakes, crocs, and the kind of miles that make you question why the range is always twenty clicks away. Then came the flight he couldn't shake. Afterward, flying became a ritual of white‑knuckled prayer. The VA process added its own turbulence. Meanwhile, travel kept tugging. Ancient stones in Egypt and temple quiet in Kyoto didn't just awe—they argued. Over time, he found his way back to faith, this time owned and practiced: Orthodox prayer morning and night and a willingness to speak plainly online about politics, war, and conscience because he's stood close to the consequences.If you're here for action, you'll get it. If you're here for meaning, stay to the end. Tap play, subscribe for part two, share with a friend who needs a dose of courage, and leave a review telling us which moment changed how you see service, risk, or faith.If you're here for action, it's here. If you're here for meaning, stay to the end.

The Krewe sits down with Amy Hever, Executive Director of the MLB Players Trust, and Chris Capuano, former MLB pitcher & Chair of the Players Trust Board, to explore how MLB players give back through community-driven initiatives. Discover the mission of the MLB Players Trust, player-led philanthropy, & how baseball continues to bridge cultures between Japan & the United States through youth programs, education initiatives, & meaningful cross-cultural engagement beyond the field.------ 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! ------ About MLB Players Trust ------MLB Players Trust WebsitePlaymakers Classic Info & TicketsMLB Players Trust on IGMLB Players Trust on X/TwitterMLB Players Trust on LinkedInMLB Players Trust on Facebook------ Past KOJ Traditional Japan Episodes ------Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E5)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)------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!

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What happens when ancient mythology collides with modern travel, sibling dynamics, and a very tight bus schedule? In this episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, Shea takes us deep into the mountains of Nagano Prefecture to explore Togakushi Shrine, one of Japan’s most sacred—and least touristy—Shinto sites. Along the way, we unravel the myth of Amaterasu, the sun goddess who plunged the world into darkness after her brother Susanoo’s chaos drove her into hiding inside a cave. As Shea hikes the same forest paths once walked by gods—beneath towering 800-year-old cedar trees—Japanese legend comes vividly to life. We explore the five shrines of Togakushi, the divine doorway sealed shut to save the world, dancing gods, nine-headed dragons, spiritual power spots, and what it really means to experience Japan beyond the “Golden Route” of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. This episode blends Japanese mythology, spiritual travel, off-the-beaten-path adventure, and real-life mishaps, including sprinting down mountain roads, surviving a hair-raising taxi ride, and realizing—too late—that the bus was actually running behind schedule. If you’re fascinated by Shinto legends, sacred hikes, authentic travel experiences, or Japan beyond the tourist crowds, this episode is your invitation to step into the forest, slow down, and walk where the gods once did.

Join me as I take you on a trip to Kanazawa, a peaceful city often called “a smaller, quieter Kyoto.” In this episode, I share my personal travel tips, from visiting stunning gardens and historic tea districts to trying unforgettable desserts and cocktails. You'll also hear key warnings about weather, transport, and reservations. Perfect for travelers wanting to explore Japan off the beaten path!

TARGETING DECISIONS AND THE ATOMIC BOMB Colleague Evan Thomas. This segment details the "Target Committee" meetings led by General Groves, who initially selected Kyoto as the primary target for the atomic bomb. Henry Stimson intervened, overruling the military to save Kyoto because of its cultural significance, fearing its destruction would brand the US as war criminals. The "Interim Committee" subsequently approved using the bomb on a "war plant surrounded by workers' homes," a vague definition attempting to balance military necessity with mass casualties. Thomas notes that a non-lethal demonstration was dismissed because officials feared a dud or Japaneseinterference would render it ineffective. NUMBER 2 1945 OKINAWA

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Rekindling Friendship: A Kyoto Tale of Redemption and Renewal Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-28-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の夜、冬の冷たい空気がFushimi Inari大社を包んでいた。En: In the night of Kyoto, the cold winter air wrapped around Fushimi Inari Taisha.Ja: 赤い鳥居が連なり、山の坂道を飾る。En: Red toriis lined up, adorning the mountain path.Ja: その奥、優しい光の中で、Harutoは心の中の重荷を背負って歩いていた。En: Beyond them, in the soft light, Haruto was walking, carrying the weight in his heart.Ja: 彼は数年ぶりに日本に戻ってきた。En: He had returned to Japan for the first time in several years.Ja: 心の中には未解決の問題があった。En: In his heart, there was an unresolved issue.Ja: それは、Katsumiとのことだった。En: It was about Katsumi.Ja: Harutoは幼い頃からの友人、Katsumiに会うことになっていた。En: Haruto was supposed to meet Katsumi, a friend from childhood.Ja: だが、KatsumiはHarutoに離れていったことをずっと恨んでいた。En: However, Katsumi had long harbored resentment towards Haruto for leaving.Ja: 彼は、理由も告げずに旅立ったのだ。En: He had departed without giving a reason.Ja: Aiko、Katsumiのいとこである彼女は、二人の仲を修復しようとしていた。En: Aiko, Katsumi's cousin, was trying to mend their relationship.Ja: 新年が近づくこの時期、Oshogatsuの訪れは二人を再び結びつける。En: As the New Year approached, the arrival of Oshogatsu brought the two back together.Ja: Harutoは再会を願いつつ、Katsumiに全てを話す決意をした。En: Haruto, hoping for a reunion, decided to tell everything to Katsumi.Ja: 別れの理由を正直に伝え、過去を共に乗り越えたいと。En: He was determined to honestly convey the reason for his departure and to overcome the past together.Ja: 山道の鳥居の下、昔の思い出が詰まったその場所でHarutoはKatsumiと向き合った。En: Under the torii on the mountain path, at that place filled with old memories, Haruto faced Katsumi.Ja: 彼の目には迷わない強い意思が宿っていた。En: In his eyes was a strong determination, unwavering.Ja: 「Katsumi、話を聞いてほしいんだ。」En: "Katsumi, I want you to listen," he began seriously.Ja: 「君を置いていったこと、本当に悪かった。」En: "I'm really sorry for leaving you behind.Ja: 理由は、家族のことだったんだ。」Harutoは真剣な声で語り始めた。En: The reason was because of family matters."Ja: 一瞬、静寂が二人の間を支配した。En: For a moment, silence prevailed between them.Ja: そして、Katsumiは彼の目を見つめた。En: Then, Katsumi looked into his eyes.Ja: 「ずっと、そんな気持ちを抱えていたんだね。」En: "You've been carrying those feelings all this time, haven't you?Ja: 「簡単ではないけれど、理解するよ。」と、Katsumiは少しずつ自分の気持ちを解きほぐしていった。En: It's not easy, but I understand," Katsumi said, gradually unraveling her own feelings.Ja: 遠くで鐘の音が鳴り響く。En: In the distance, the sound of a bell resonated.Ja: 二人は一緒に鳥居をくぐり、大社の鐘を鳴らしに山を登る。En: Together, they passed through the torii, climbing the mountain to ring the shrine's bell.Ja: お互いの顔には、穏やかな微笑みが広がっていた。En: On their faces, gentle smiles spread.Ja: 新しい年が始まり、彼らの新しい関係も始まろうとしていた。En: A new year was beginning, and so was their new relationship.Ja: Harutoは思った。過去の過ちと向き合うことの大切さを。En: Haruto thought about the importance of facing past mistakes.Ja: そして、Katsumiもまた、許しと新しい一歩を踏み出す力を学んだのだった。En: And Katsumi also learned about the power of forgiveness and taking a new step.Ja: 彼らは一緒に鐘を鳴らし、今度こそ本当の友情とともに新年を迎えたのであった。En: They rang the bell together, and this time, they welcomed the new year with true friendship. Vocabulary Words:adorn: 飾るharbor: 抱えるresentment: 恨みmend: 修復するdeparture: 旅立ちreunion: 再会unwavering: 迷わないconvey: 伝えるprevail: 支配するresonate: 鳴り響くdetermination: 意思unravel: 解きほぐすembrace: 抱くresolve: 解決するburden: 重荷silence: 静寂face: 向き合うovercome: 乗り越えるbell: 鐘shrine: 大社reconciliation: 和解forgiveness: 許しpast mistakes: 過去の過ちsoft light: 優しい光unresolved: 未解決のchildhood: 幼い頃cousin: いとこsmile: 微笑みdetermined: 決意したnew step: 新しい一歩

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A New Year's Wish: Finding Hope in Kyoto's Winter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-26-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の朝、空気は凛として冷たかった。En: On a winter morning, the air was sharp and cold.Ja: ハルトは京都の静かな街並みを歩きながら、心の中で小さな不安を感じていた。En: Haruto felt a small anxiety in his heart as he walked through the quiet streets of Kyoto.Ja: 大学をまもなく卒業する彼にとって、これからの人生は未知数だった。En: With his imminent graduation from university, his future was uncertain.Ja: 答えを見つけたい、何か新しい始まりが欲しい―そんな気持ちでいっぱいだった。En: He was filled with a desire to find an answer, to have a new beginning.Ja: 今日、ハルトは家族のために京都にいるアキコと、仕事のために最近京都に引っ越してきた幼馴染のソラと一緒に、伏見稲荷大社へ向かうことになった。En: Today, Haruto was heading to Fushimi Inari Taisha with Akiko, who was in Kyoto for her family, and his childhood friend Sora, who had recently moved to Kyoto for work.Ja: 新年、神社にお参りをするのは、日本の伝統的な習慣だ。En: Visiting a shrine at the start of the new year is a traditional Japanese custom.Ja: ハルトはこの伝統に参加することで、安心感を得られるかもしれないと思っていた。En: Haruto thought that participating in this tradition might bring him some peace of mind.Ja: 神社に着くと、多くの人々が朱色の鳥居をくぐりながら祈願していた。En: Upon arriving at the shrine, many people were passing through the vermilion gates, praying for their wishes to be granted.Ja: 石段を上る途中、アキコが笑顔で話しかけた。En: As they climbed the stone steps, Akiko spoke up with a smile.Ja: 「ハルト、今年はどんな願い事をするの？」En: "What kind of wish will you make this year, Haruto?"Ja: 彼女はいつも前向きで、伝統を大切にしていた。En: She was always positive and cherished traditions.Ja: 「まだ決めてないけど…」とハルトは小声で答えた。彼は自分の不安を伝えるのが少し恥ずかしかった。En: "I haven't decided yet..." Haruto replied in a low voice, somewhat embarrassed to express his anxieties.Ja: 一方、ソラは少し静かだった。En: Meanwhile, Sora was a little quiet.Ja: 新しい職場に慣れず、疎外感を感じているようだ。En: He seemed to be feeling alienated, not yet accustomed to his new workplace.Ja: 「俺たち、またこうして集まれるのはいいね」とソラがぽつりと言った。その言葉には、どこか安堵が混じっていた。En: "It's nice that we can gather like this again," Sora said quietly, with a hint of relief in his words.Ja: 神社の頂上で、ハルトは深く息を吸い込み、初日の出を見つめた。En: At the top of the shrine, Haruto took a deep breath and gazed at the first sunrise.Ja: 光が差し込むその瞬間に、心の中で願った。「未来がはっきり見えなくていい。En: At that moment when the light streamed in, he wished in his heart, "It's okay if the future isn't clear.Ja: ただ、自分に正直でいたい。そして勇気を持って進みたい。」En: I just want to be honest with myself and move forward with courage."Ja: アキコとソラもそれぞれの願いを込めて静かに祈った。En: Akiko and Sora also made their wishes in silent prayer.Ja: 自然と手を合わせた彼らは、互いの気持ちを感じ取った。En: Without words, they naturally joined their hands together, sensing each other's feelings.Ja: 言葉はなくとも、そこには確かな繋がりがあった。En: There was a definite connection among them.Ja: 新年の祝いが終わると、三人は一緒に市内をぶらぶら歩き、昼食を共にした。En: After the New Year celebration, the three of them wandered around the city and had lunch together.Ja: それぞれの人生がどんなに違っても、再び絆を深めることができたのだ。En: No matter how different their lives were, they were able to deepen their bond again.Ja: ハルトはふと気がついた。未来の不安は消えないけれど、支えてくれる友達や家族がいる。それが何より安心感を与えてくれると。En: Haruto suddenly realized that although the anxiety about the future wouldn't disappear, having supportive friends and family provided him with comfort above all else.Ja: 夕方、神社を後にするとき、ハルトは心の中で微笑んだ。En: In the evening, as they left the shrine, Haruto smiled inwardly.Ja: 「今年は、伝統をもっと大切にしよう。En: "This year, I'll cherish traditions more.Ja: そうすれば、不安なんて小さなことに思えるかもしれない。」En: Maybe then, my anxieties will seem like small matters."Ja: 冬空の下、三人はまた次の再会を約束し、別々の道を歩き出した。En: Under the winter sky, the three promised to meet again and walked their separate paths.Ja: それでも、彼らの心には新たな希望の光が差し込んでいた。En: Even so, a new light of hope shone in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:sharp: 凛としたimminent: まもなくuncertain: 未知数vermilion: 朱色cherished: 大切にしていたembarrassed: 恥ずかしかったalienated: 疎外感gather: 集まれるrelief: 安堵gazed: 見つめたcourage: 勇気silent: 静かにdefinite: 確かなconnection: 繋がりwandered: ぶらぶら歩きsupportive: 支えてくれるcomfort: 安心感cherish: 大切にしようtraditions: 伝統light: 光hope: 希望anxieties: 不安promised: 約束peace of mind: 安心感wishes: 願い事accustomed: 慣れずstreamed: 差し込むyearning: 欲しいcustom: 習慣bond: 絆

Sapevi che gli italiani parlano di Natale anche in piena estate? Esistono tantissime espressioni idiomatiche legate al Natale che usiamo tutti i giorni, in qualsiasi periodo dell'anno. Se non le conosci, rischi di non capire cosa sta dicendo il tuo amico italiano quando ti dice: "Ma che, credi ancora a Babbo Natale?" Espressioni Italiane Legate al Natale (Che Usiamo Tutto l'Anno) Espressioni Con Babbo Natale 1. "Credere Ancora a Babbo Natale" Questa è una delle espressioni più comuni in italiano! La usiamo quando vogliamo dire che qualcuno è ingenuo, credulone, cioè che crede a cose impossibili, poco realistiche o troppo belle per essere vere. L'espressione fa riferimento alla figura di Babbo Natale, in cui credono tipicamente solo i bambini piccoli. Sfumature D'Uso Questa espressione può essere usata in modo affettuoso (con un bambino o una persona dolce) oppure in modo più critico o sarcastico (con qualcuno che dovrebbe essere più realista). Tutto dipende dal tono di voce con cui viene pronunciata! Esempi In Contesti Diversi Contesto lavorativo: "Marco pensa che il capo gli darà un aumento del 50%." — "Ma dai! Crede ancora a Babbo Natale!" Contesto amoroso: "Lucia è convinta che il suo ex tornerà da lei." — "Poverina, crede ancora a Babbo Natale..." Contesto quotidiano: "Mio figlio pensa che se studia il giorno prima dell'esame, prenderà 30." — "Ah, crede ancora a Babbo Natale!" Varianti Dell'Espressione "Credere alle favole" → molto simile, ma leggermente meno forte; "Vivere nel mondo dei sogni" → enfatizza il distacco dalla realtà; "Credere che gli asini volino" → più rara e colorita. In Un Dialogo Realistico Anna: Sai, ho conosciuto un ragazzo online. Dice che è un principe di Dubai e che vuole regalarmi una villa! Giulia: Anna... dimmi che stai scherzando. Anna: No, perché? Sembra sincero! Giulia: Tesoro, tu credi ancora a Babbo Natale. È chiaramente una truffa! Attenzione! Non usare questa espressione in contesti formali o con persone che non conosci bene: potrebbe sembrare offensiva! È perfetta tra amici, familiari o colleghi con cui hai confidenza. 2. "Non Sono Mica Babbo Natale!" Questa espressione la usiamo quando qualcuno ci chiede troppe cose, troppi favori, e vogliamo dire: "Ehi, non posso fare miracoli! Non posso accontentare tutti!". È un modo simpatico per mettere dei limiti senza essere troppo bruschi. Sfumature D'Uso Di solito ha un tono scherzoso ma deciso. Può essere usata anche in modo più serio se qualcuno esagera davvero con le richieste. Esempi In Contesti Diversi Contesto familiare: "Papà, mi compri l'iPhone nuovo, la PlayStation e anche la bicicletta?" — "Piano, piano! Non sono mica Babbo Natale!" Contesto lavorativo: "Potresti finire questo progetto, rispondere a tutte le email e preparare la presentazione per domani?" — "Calma! Non sono mica Babbo Natale, una cosa alla volta!" Contesto tra amici: "Mi presti 100 euro? Ah, e mi accompagni all'aeroporto alle 5 di mattina? E poi mi tieni il gatto per due settimane?" — "Ehi, non sono mica Babbo Natale!" Nota Grammaticale Sulla Particella "Mica" La parola "mica" qui rafforza la negazione ed è molto usata nell'italiano parlato! "Non sono Babbo Natale" e "Non sono mica Babbo Natale" significano la stessa cosa, ma la seconda versione è più enfatica e più espressiva. La particella "mica" deriva dal latino mica (briciola) e si usa per negare qualcosa che l'interlocutore potrebbe pensare o supporre. Varianti Dell'Espressione "Non sono mica un mago!" → stesso concetto; "Non ho la bacchetta magica!" → simile, enfatizza l'impossibilità; "Non faccio miracoli!" → più diretto. In Un Dialogo Realistico Collega: Senti, potresti coprire il mio turno sabato? E anche domenica? Ah, e finire il report che dovevo fare io? Tu: Aspetta, aspetta. Non sono mica Babbo Natale! Posso aiutarti con una cosa, non con tutte! Collega: Dai, ti prego! Tu: Scelgo io: ti copro sabato, ma il report lo fai tu. Affare fatto? 3. "Fare Il Babbo Natale" Questa espressione significa essere molto generosi, regalare tante cose, pagare per tutti o fare molti favori a qualcuno. Evoca l'immagine di Babbo Natale che distribuisce regali a tutti. Sfumature D'Uso Può essere usata in senso positivo (quando apprezziamo la generosità di qualcuno) o leggermente critico (quando qualcuno esagera con la generosità, magari per fare bella figura o per secondi fini). Esempi In Contesti Diversi In senso positivo: "Ieri Luca ha pagato la cena a tutti, ha comprato i biglietti del cinema e poi ci ha anche accompagnati a casa." — "Wow, ha proprio fatto il Babbo Natale! Che generoso!" In senso leggermente critico: "Il nuovo fidanzato di Marta fa sempre il Babbo Natale: regali, fiori, cene... secondo me sta esagerando per impressionarla." Contesto lavorativo: "Il capo oggi ha fatto il Babbo Natale: ha dato un bonus a tutti!" Varianti Dell'Espressione "Essere generoso come Babbo Natale"; "Avere le mani bucate" → spendere troppo (ma più negativo); "Essere di manica larga" → essere generosi, spendere facilmente. In Un Dialogo Realistico Mamma: Com'è andata la cena con gli amici? Figlio: Benissimo! Marco ha fatto il Babbo Natale: ha pagato tutto lui! Mamma: Tutto? Per tutti? Figlio: Sì! Cena, dolce, caffè e anche l'amaro. Non ci ha fatto pagare niente. Mamma: Che ragazzo generoso! Invitalo a cena da noi, voglio ringraziarlo! 4. "Aspettare Qualcosa/Qualcuno Come i Bambini Aspettano Babbo Natale" Questa espressione descrive un'attesa piena di entusiasmo, di emozione, di impazienza. Pensa a come i bambini aspettano la notte di Natale: non dormono, sono eccitati, contano i giorni, i minuti. È sempre usata in senso positivo e un po' tenero. Esempi In Contesti Diversi Per un evento: "Giulia aspetta il concerto dei Coldplay come i bambini aspettano Babbo Natale. Parla solo di quello!" Per una persona: "Da quando Marco è partito per lavoro, sua moglie lo aspetta come i bambini aspettano Babbo Natale." Per un oggetto: "Ho ordinato il nuovo iPhone e lo aspetto come i bambini aspettano Babbo Natale: controllo la spedizione ogni cinque minuti!" Per un'uscita (film, libro, serie TV): "I fan aspettano l'ultima stagione di quella serie come i bambini aspettano Babbo Natale." Varianti Dell'Espressione "Aspettare con ansia" → più neutro; "Contare i giorni" → enfatizza l'attesa; "Non vedere l'ora" → molto comune, meno poetico. In Un Dialogo Realistico Amica 1: Hai visto Sara? Non parla d'altro che del suo viaggio in Giappone. Amica 2: Lo so! Lo aspetta come i bambini aspettano Babbo Natale. Ha già fatto tre liste di cose da vedere! Amica 1: Tre liste? Amica 2: Sì: una per Tokyo, una per Kyoto e una per il cibo. Quand'è che parte? Amica 1: Tra due mesi! Amica 2: Poveretta, sarà lunghissima questa attesa! Espressioni Con l'Albero Di Natale, il Presepe e il Panettone 5. "Sembrare Un Albero Di Natale" Questa espressione si usa quando qualcuno è vestito in modo troppo appariscente, troppo colorato, con troppi accessori: orecchini enormi, collane vistose, bracciali, anelli, vestiti brillanti, paillettes ovunque... Attenzione: questo NON è un complimento! È una critica, anche se spesso viene detta in modo scherzoso. Sfumature D'Uso Tra amici può essere una battuta affettuosa: "Amore, sembri un albero di Natale!" (detto ridendo). Con persone che non conosci bene, è decisamente una critica. Può essere usata anche per oggetti o luoghi, non solo persone. Esempi In Contesti Diversi Per una persona: "Avete visto come si è vestita Carla per la festa? Sembrava un albero di Natale: vestito rosso con paillettes, orecchini verdi giganti, collana dorata..." Per un luogo: "Hanno decorato il negozio come un albero di Natale: luci ovunque, festoni, pupazzi... non si capisce più niente!" Per un oggetto: "La sua macchina nuova ha così tanti accessori che sembra un albero di Natale." Varianti Ed Espressioni Simili "Essere agghindata/o come un albero di Natale" → con il verbo "agghindare" (vestirsi in modo eccessivo); "Sembrare una vetrina" → troppo "esposta", troppo appariscente; "Essere carica/o come un mulo" → avere troppe cose addosso (ma si usa più per borse e bagagli). Curiosità Culturale Gli italiani generalmente apprezzano l'eleganza sobria. C'è un detto che dice: "Prima di uscire, guardati allo specchio e togli un accessorio." Questa espressione riflette proprio questa mentalità: meglio essere semplici ed eleganti che esagerati! In Un Dialogo Realistico Mamma: Tesoro, sei pronta? Dobbiamo andare al matrimonio! Figlia: Sì! Come sto? Mamma: Ehm... cara, non ti offendere, ma sembri un albero di Natale. Togli almeno la collana O gli orecchini. Insieme sono troppo. Figlia: Ma a me piacciono! Mamma: Lo so, ma "less is more", come dicono gli inglesi! 6. "Spuntare / Tornare Come Il Panettone A Natale" Il panettone è il dolce natalizio italiano per eccellenza. Ogni anno, puntualmente, a novembre inizia a comparire in tutti i supermercati, bar e negozi. Usiamo questa espressione per parlare di qualcosa o qualcuno che torna puntualmente, in modo prevedibile, sempre nello stesso periodo o nelle stesse situazioni. Sfumature D'Uso Può essere usata in modo neutro (per descrivere qualcosa di ricorrente), affettuoso (per qualcuno che torna sempre) o leggermente critico/ironico (per qualcuno o qualcosa che torna in modo un po' fastidioso o troppo prevedibile). Esempi In Contesti Diversi Per una persona che si fa viva solo in certi momenti: "Hai visto? Marco mi ha scritto per il mio compleanno." — "Ah, Marco! Spunta come il panettone a Natale: si fa vivo solo quando gli conviene!" Per un argomento ricorrente: "Ogni volta che vedo mia zia, mi chiede quando mi sposo.

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Gift of Harmony: Reuniting Friends Amid Kyoto's Bamboo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-25-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の嵐山竹林は、冬の冷たい風に竹が優しく揺れる、美しい場所です。En: The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Kyoto is a beautiful place where the bamboo gently sways in the cold winter breeze.Ja: クリスマスの準備で市場が賑わい、人々が行ったり来たりしています。En: As the market buzzes with Christmas preparations, people are coming and going.Ja: その中に、友人のために完璧な贈り物を探しているユキの姿があります。En: Among them is Yuki, looking for the perfect gift for a friend.Ja: ユキは考え深く、優しい心を持っています。En: Yuki is thoughtful and kind-hearted.Ja: クリスマスに、ハルトとサナという二人の大切な友人のために、特別な贈り物を探しています。En: For Christmas, Yuki is searching for a special gift for two dear friends, Hiroto and Sana.Ja: しかし、ユキには一つの悩みがあります。En: However, Yuki has one concern.Ja: ハルトは実用的で、旅行の計画に忠実ですが、そのために時々評価されずにいます。En: Hiroto is practical and faithful to his travel plans, but because of this, he sometimes doesn't get appreciated.Ja: 一方、サナは冒険好きで、慎重なハルトと意見が合わないことがあります。En: On the other hand, Sana loves adventure and often disagrees with cautious Hiroto.Ja: ユキは悩んでいました。En: Yuki was troubled.Ja: どうすれば二人が和解できるような贈り物ができるのか。En: How could he find a gift that would help the two reconcile?Ja: ユキは決意します。彼はハルトとサナ、それぞれの話を聞くことにしました。En: He decided to listen to both Hiroto and Sana.Ja: まず、ハルトは言いました。「旅行は計画通りに進めたい。でも、サナはいつも急な冒険を求めて戸惑うんだ。」En: First, Hiroto said, "I want to proceed with travel as planned. But Sana always seeks spontaneous adventures, which leaves me bewildered."Ja: 次に、サナは言いました。「旅の中の驚きが一番の思い出になるのに、ハルトはそれを考慮していない。」En: Next, Sana said, "It's the surprises during the journey that become the best memories, but Hiroto doesn't consider that."Ja: ユキは耳を傾け、彼らの心の声を聞きました。En: Yuki listened intently, hearing the voices of their hearts.Ja: 市場を歩きながら、ユキはふと手作りのノートを見つけました。En: As he walked through the market, he suddenly found a handmade notebook.Ja: これは、ハルトの整理好きにも、サナの冒険心にもぴったりだと感じました。En: It felt just right for 's|Hiroto love of organization and 's|Sana adventurous spirit.Ja: ノートは、計画を管理するために使えて、同時に旅行中の思い出を書き留めることができます。En: The notebook could be used to manage plans and also to jot down memories from their travels.Ja: クリスマスの朝、ユキはそのノートをハルトとサナに渡しました。En: On Christmas morning, Yuki gave the notebook to Hiroto and Sana.Ja: 二人は見つめ合い、微笑みました。En: They looked at each other and smiled.Ja: 「このノートで、旅行の計画も驚きも、全部大切にしよう。」とハルトが言い、サナは頷きました。En: "Let's cherish both our travel plans and surprises with this notebook," said Hiroto, and Sana nodded.Ja: 二人は違いを受け入れることが大切だと気づきました。En: They realized the importance of accepting their differences.Ja: ユキは、心からの贈り物が友達の間の壁を破る力があることを学びました。En: Yuki learned that a heartfelt gift has the power to break down the walls between friends.Ja: 嵐山竹林の穏やかさが、彼らの心にも柔らかな風を運んできたようでした。En: It seemed as though the tranquility of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove had brought a gentle breeze to their hearts as well. Vocabulary Words:grove: 竹林sways: 揺れるbreeze: 風preparations: 準備thoughtful: 考え深くkind-hearted: 優しい心concern: 悩みpractical: 実用的faithful: 忠実appreciated: 評価されずreconcile: 和解spontaneous: 急なbewildered: 戸惑うconsider: 考慮intently: 耳を傾けhandmade: 手作りcherish: 大切にするtranquility: 穏やかさgentle: 柔らかなfaithful: 忠実adventure: 冒険disagrees: 意見が合わないreconcile: 和解bewildered: 戸惑うspirit: 心jot down: 書き留めるrealized: 気づきましたaccepting: 受け入れるheartfelt: 心からのwalls: 壁

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Julia Olsson continues her talk with Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano from last episode, and they discuss the issue of overtourism and its effect on traditional urban neighbourhoods in Kyoto. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She got her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Her research focuses on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/japanese-studies

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Crafting Hope: A New Year of Love and Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-21-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の京都の郊外、真っ白な雪に覆われた広い畑が広がります。En: In the suburbs of Kyoto during winter, vast fields covered with pure white snow stretch out.Ja: ハルトとアイコは、この美しい自然に囲まれた小さな農場で暮らしています。En: Haruto and Aiko live on a small farm surrounded by this beautiful nature.Ja: 空は澄んでいて、時折山々が霧の合間から顔を覗かせます。En: The sky is clear, and occasionally the mountains peek through the mist.Ja: 新年が近づいていますが、ハルトの心は穏やかではありません。En: The New Year is approaching, but Haruto's heart is not at ease.Ja: 秋の収穫は期待外れで、家族を支えるには心配です。En: The autumn harvest was disappointing, and he worries about supporting his family.Ja: しかし、彼は家族に楽しいお正月を過ごしてもらいたいと願っています。En: Yet, he hopes for his family to enjoy a festive New Year's.Ja: 「何か良いアイデアはないかな」En: "Isn't there any good idea?"Ja: とハルトは言います。En: Haruto says.Ja: アイコは微笑んで、「手作りのものを市場で売ってみたらどう？」と提案します。En: Aiko smiles and suggests, "Why not try selling handmade items at the market?Ja: 「そして、家にあるもので工夫して、お正月を楽しむことができると思うの。」En: And I think we can enjoy the New Year by making do with what we have at home."Ja: その提案に乗ったハルトは、誠実な心で手作りのクラフトを作り始めます。En: Embracing this proposal, Haruto begins crafting handmade items with sincerity.Ja: 木から削り出したお守りや、藁で編んだ飾りなど、それらはどれも心がこもった作品です。En: He carves amulets from wood and weaves decorations from straw, each piece imbued with heartfelt effort.Ja: さて、市場の日がやってきました。En: Finally, the day of the market arrives.Ja: 早朝、霜の降りた道をハルトは市場へと向かいます。En: In the early morning, Haruto heads to the market along frost-covered roads.Ja: 市場は活気に満ち、大勢の人々で賑わっています。En: The market is bustling and filled with many people.Ja: しばらく歩いた後、ハルトは自分の作ったものに興味を持った男性と出会います。En: After walking for a while, Haruto meets a man who is interested in his creations.Ja: 「これらは素晴らしい作品ですね。En: "These are wonderful works.Ja: ぜひ買いたいのですが」と男性は言います。En: I'd definitely like to buy them," the man says.Ja: ハルトは驚きつつも、喜びが溢れます。En: While surprised, Haruto is overflowing with joy.Ja: 彼はその男性に感謝してクラフトを売り、思いもよらない収入を得ることができました。En: He thanks the man and sells his crafts, earning an unexpected income.Ja: 村に戻る途中、ハルトは初めて心の中で春の温かさを感じます。En: On his way back to the village, Haruto feels the warmth of spring in his heart for the first time.Ja: 家に帰ると、アイコが温かい微笑みで迎えてくれます。En: When he returns home, Aiko greets him with a warm smile.Ja: そして、家族みんなで慎ましいけれど心のこもったお正月の準備を進めます。En: Together with his family, they proceed with modest yet heartfelt preparations for the New Year.Ja: 家の飾りは手作りで、料理はささやかながらも愛情が溢れています。En: The house decorations are handmade, and while the meals are humble, they are filled with love.Ja: 新年の朝、家族はありがとうの言葉を交わし、「あけましておめでとう」と新しい年を迎えます。En: On New Year's morning, the family exchanges words of gratitude and greets the new year with "Happy New Year."Ja: 心の中に、充実感と幸福感が広がります。En: A sense of fulfillment and happiness spreads in their hearts.Ja: ハルトは気づきました。物の豊かさではなく、家族の強さと支えこそが、彼らを困難から救ってくれるということを。En: Haruto realized that it is not material wealth but the strength and support of family that will save them from difficult times.Ja: それが本当の豊かさだと。En: That is true wealth.Ja: 新しい一年を共に迎える喜びと希望が、家族全員の心を満たしました。En: The joy and hope of welcoming a new year together filled the hearts of the entire family. Vocabulary Words:suburbs: 郊外vast: 広いmist: 霧approaching: 近づいているdisappointing: 期待外れsupporting: 支えるfestive: 楽しいproposal: 提案sincerity: 誠実amulets: お守りweaves: 編んだimbued: 込めたearnest: 心のこもったcrafts: クラフトbustling: 賑わっているgratitude: 感謝fulfillment: 充実感material wealth: 物の豊かさhumble: 慎ましいstrength: 強さhardship: 困難embracing: 乗ったharvest: 収穫revenue: 収入handmade: 手作りunanticipated: 思いもよらないexchanges: 交わしexpressed: 言葉hope: 希望modest: ささやかな

Susumu Kitagawa tog som ung till sig principen att det som betraktas som värdelöst kan bli riktigt användbart. Volleyboll och öl är också delar i hans framgångskemi. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. Han delar nobelpriset i kemi med Richard Robson i Australien och Omar Yaghi från Jordanien, verksam i USA. De belönas för att ha upptäckt och förfinat så kallade metalliska ramverksföreningar, eller MOF:ar. Vi besöker Kitagawas laboratorium vid universitetet i Kyoto, men får tyvärr inte träffa honom själv där. Det sker istället i Stockholm. Reporter: Björn Gunérbjorn.guner@sr.seProgramledare: Camilla Widebeckcamilla.widebeck@sr.se

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Kyoto Cafe's Secret: Love Unfolds During the Festive Chill Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-17-08-38-19-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 京都の静かなカフェは、冬の寒さから逃れる温かい避難所です。En: The quiet cafe in Kyoto is a warm refuge from the winter cold.Ja: やわらかなライトがともり、新鮮なコーヒーの香りが漂うこの場所は、ハルートとユイがよく足を運ぶお気に入りのスポットでした。En: With soft lights glowing and the aroma of fresh coffee wafting through the air, this place was a favorite spot for Haruto and Yui, who often visited it.Ja: クリスマスが近づくある日、ハルートはユイをこのカフェに誘いました。En: On a day when Christmas was approaching, Haruto invited Yui to this cafe.Ja: 彼は、心の中でこっそり彼女に気持ちを伝える準備をしていました。En: He was secretly preparing to express his feelings to her in his heart.Ja: しかし、適切なプレゼントを見つけるのに苦労していました。En: However, he struggled to find the right gift.Ja: 「彼女に思いを伝えるには、どんなプレゼントがいいだろう？」と彼は考え続けます。En: "What kind of gift would convey my feelings to her?" he continued to ponder.Ja: 二人が座り、温かいコーヒーをすすり始めると、外の寒さなど忘れてしまうほど温かい空間に包まれました。En: As the two sat and began to sip their warm coffee, they found themselves enveloped in a cozy atmosphere that made them forget the cold outside.Ja: カフェの小さなクリスマスの装飾が、彼らの会話を優しく彩ります。En: The small Christmas decorations at the cafe gently colored their conversation.Ja: 窓の外では小雪がちらちらと舞っていました。En: Outside the window, light snowflakes were fluttering down.Ja: ハルートは、自分の席で静かにユイを見つめました。En: Haruto quietly gazed at Yui from his seat.Ja: 元気で明るい彼女の笑顔は、彼にとって何よりのインスピレーションでした。En: Her cheerful and bright smile was his greatest inspiration.Ja: 彼は、ユイに想いを伝える最良の方法を必死に模索していました。En: He was desperately searching for the best way to express his feelings to Yui.Ja: すると、不意にアイデアが浮かび上がります。En: Then, suddenly an idea came to him.Ja: ハルートは、彼が描いたユイとのたくさんの思い出のスケッチをまとめた手作りのスケッチブックをプレゼントすることに決めました。En: Haruto decided to give her a handmade sketchbook filled with sketches of many memories he had drawn with Yui.Ja: 彼のお気に入りの瞬間を丁寧に描いたそれは、ハルートの彼女への特別なメッセージでした。En: Carefully depicting his favorite moments, it was a special message from him to her.Ja: 「ユイ、ちょっと見てみて。」ハルートは緊張しながらスケッチブックを渡します。En: "Yui, take a look at this," Haruto said nervously as he handed her the sketchbook.Ja: ユイはページをめくり、驚きと感動が彼女の顔に浮かびます。En: As Yui turned the pages, surprise and emotion appeared on her face.Ja: その中には、日常の些細な美しい瞬間が詰まっていました。En: Inside were captured the beautiful trivial moments of everyday life.Ja: 「ありがとう、ハルート！こんな素敵なもの…」彼女は微笑み、目を潤ませました。En: "Thank you, Haruto! What a wonderful gift..." she smiled with tears in her eyes.Ja: そして、彼女自身もハルートに特別なプレゼントを渡しました。それは、彼への愛を詩に綴ったものでした。En: Then she also gave Haruto a special present, a poem expressing her love for him.Ja: ハルートはその瞬間、言葉にしないと伝わらない思いがあることを学びました。En: At that moment, Haruto learned that some feelings must be expressed in words to be understood.Ja: ユイの詩に心を温かくしながら、彼は彼女に対する想いが届いたことを感じました。En: Warmed by Yui's poem, he felt that his feelings for her had reached her.Ja: その日の静かなカフェでの二人の会話は、新しい関係の始まりでした。En: The conversation between the two in the quiet cafe that day marked the beginning of a new relationship.Ja: ハルートは他人に対しても自分に対しても、開かれた心で生きることの大切さを知ったのです。En: Haruto realized the importance of living with an open heart, both towards others and himself.Ja: 彼の心は、まるでクリスマスの灯りのように温かく、明るく輝いていました。En: His heart shone warmly and brightly, like the lights of Christmas. Vocabulary Words:refuge: 避難所aroma: 香りwafting: 漂うponder: 考え続けるenveloped: 包まれましたfluttering: 舞っていましたgazed: 見つめましたinspiration: インスピレーションdesperately: 必死にdepicting: 描いたtrivial: 些細なcheerful: 元気でsketchbook: スケッチブックemotively: 感動がcaptured: 詰まっていましたpoem: 詩express: 伝えるrelationship: 関係reached: 届いたimportance: 大切さopen heart: 開かれた心shone: 輝いていましたnervously: 緊張しながらsurprise: 驚きemotion: 感動signaling: 彩りますsumptuous: 素敵なmoment: 瞬間mellow: 温かくbrightly: 明るく

Feodor Chin and I talk about his fatherhood journey. He opens up in a very honest way about he and his wife looking to start a family. We talk about the values he looks to instill into his son. In addition, he uses the Bridges family to make a fatherhood analogy. After that we talk about his latest role in the play, Kyoto. We discuss how important this play is right now based on what is happening in the world. Plus, we talk about work he has done in the video game industry. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Feodor Chin  Feodor Chin is an award winning LA-based actor from San Francisco, CA. He was classically trained at UCLA. In addition, hes studied at the American Conservatory Theater. Plus, he has studied with renowned acting coach, Larry Moss. A gifted comedian, he was a Maude Night performer at Upright Citizens Brigade Theater for three seasons. TV credits include St. Denis Medical, Big Little, Lies, Good Trouble and American Auto. In addition, he has animation credits that include Marvel's WHAT IF...?, the title role in Netflix's Uncle From Another World, Futurama, Marvel's HIT-MONKEY, and Cartoon Network's Regular Show.  He is the voice of Zenyatta and Lee Sin in the hit video games, Overwatch and League of Legends. He was a performer for the ABC Discovers Talent Showcase, a writer for the CBS Diversity Comedy Showcase, and has never met a braised meat he didn't like. Make sure you follow Feodor on Instagram at @feochin. Plus go to his site to learn more about him over at feodorchin.com. Our Pact Is This Week's Podcast Sponsor OurPact offers unmatched control over your child's smartphone and tablet usage. With features like Schedule-Based App Rules, Screen Time Allowance, Family Locator, View, and customizable Apple and Android settings, you can customize how and when your child uses their device. OurPact's mission is to provide parents with the tools they need to create healthy screen time habits, foster digital balance, and keep your kids safe online. To learn more about OurPact, go to their site over at ourpact.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Kyoto is known as a pinnacle of Japanese history and culture, drawing visitors of more than double its resident population many times over every year. In this and the subsequent episode we explore Kyoto neighbourhoods and the houses in them to see what transformations are happening, and what is at risk of being lost in the process. In today's episode Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano discusses her research on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She received her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Kyoto is known as a pinnacle of Japanese history and culture, drawing visitors of more than double its resident population many times over every year. In this and the subsequent episode we explore Kyoto neighbourhoods and the houses in them to see what transformations are happening, and what is at risk of being lost in the process. In today's episode Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano discusses her research on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She received her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

Kyoto is known as a pinnacle of Japanese history and culture, drawing visitors of more than double its resident population many times over every year. In this and the subsequent episode we explore Kyoto neighbourhoods and the houses in them to see what transformations are happening, and what is at risk of being lost in the process. In today's episode Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano discusses her research on Japanese traditional urban dwellings, known as "machiya" (町家), and the attached concept of "seikatsu bunka" (生活文化, culture of everyday life) shaped by living in traditional houses and neighbourhoods. Dr. Chiara Rita Napolitano is a JSPS Postdoctoral Researcher at Kyoto university. She received her PhD from the University of Naples in 2024. Julia Olsson is a PhD student at the Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies at Lund University. Her dissertation project focuses on depopulation processes and the vacant house phenomenon in rural Japan. Links to Dr. Napolitano's profiles and works: LinkedIn profile Meridiani giapponesi: Mappe, intersezioni, orientamenti Modern Kyoto research website The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: • Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia) • Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland) • Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) • Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) • Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) • Norwegian Network for Asian Studies

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