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On this episode we chatted with Ian Chun, the founder and CEO of Yunomi.life, a platform focused on bringing artisanal teas from 150+ small scale farms and factories in Japan to tea connoisseurs worldwide. We chat all about what makes Japanese tea unique, the changing landscape of tea consumption in Japan, the skyrocketing popularity of matcha worldwide and more! Brought to you by Bento&co, your go-to shop for eating healthier, reducing your environmental impact and saving money with authentic Japanese bento boxes and accessories. Shop online at en.bentoandco.com and take 10% off your first purchase with code PODCAST.
Special thanks to future guest on the Specialty Matcha Podcast Pau from Tea Nursery, and former guests Ian from Yunomi and Cole from My Matcha Addiction. Marukyu Koyamaen's Announcement: https://www.marukyu-koyamaen.co.jp/information/apology-and-notice-regarding-to-quantity-limit-restriction-on-matcha-products-and-the-current-situation/ https://www.teanursery.com/ https://yunomi.life/ https://mymatchaaddiction.com/
Ryan and Zongjun talk to Ian Chun from Yunomi.life to discuss his journey in the tea industry and the work he does to support Japanese tea farmers. He shares the challenges faced by small-scale farmers and the impact of the global market on the tea industry. The conversation also touches on the quality and preferences of matcha, the shift towards ready-made drinks, and the decline of tea culture in Japan.
Heute reden wir über Städte: In der Serie Sense8 teilen Menschen in acht verschiedenen Städten der Welt ihre Gedanken und Eindrücke; im Film Los Angeles Plays Itself erfahren wir, wie sich LA in fiktiven Werken präsentiert; und im (realen) Berlin haben wir noch einen dystopisch anmutenden Betonklotz mit komplexer Vergangenheit und Gegenwart gefunden. Dann denken wir nochmal (weit) über Stadt- und Planetengrenzen hinaus und setzen unser Thema der interstellaren Reisen und Generationenschiffe fort. Kapitelchen & Tracklist 0:00:00 Candy Says – Kiss Kill CC BY-NC 0:01:01 Intro, Alltagsglitches & Genanalysen 0:10:56 Jamie Paige – People Posture Play Pretend CC BY-NC-SA 0:14:25 Sense8, Filme 0:29:38 lizzi trumbore – cicada song CC BY-NC-ND 0:32:40 Filme: Shoguns Star Wars Untertitel, Matrix 4 Revisited, Los Angeles, Wonder Woman et al 1984 0:49:42 Maize Wallin – The Clock Ticks On CC BY-NC 0:51:55 G wie Generationenschiff 1:20:03 Cara Esten (and the Rusty Sunsets) – Istanbul Fast Ferry Co (Far From Ocean Beach) CC BY-NC-SA 1:22:49 Audiorätsel 1:34:17 Yunomi – リフレクション (feat. nicamoq) CC BY-NC-SA 1:37:27 Betonklöpse II 1:54:20 Maize Wallin – Sitting At Their Window CC BY-NC 1:54:36 Zeitkapsel Shownotes Sense8 (IMDb) und Kubas 7D Personality Radar Chart Filme Shoguns Untertitel (Polygon) Los Angeles Plays Itself (Reg. Thom Andersen, IMDb) und Gone in 60 Seconds (von 1974, Trailer bei YouTube; so schlimm ist die Musik im Film nicht...) Generationenschiffe und Interstellares Unfolding the Space Between Stars: Anthropology of the Interstellar von Michael P. Oman-Reagan (via osf.io) Offener Brief: Regarding Messaging to Extraterrestrial Intelligence / METI Star Trek I, Ascension, Dune (Wikipedia) Audiorätsel: Quelle Betonklops Pallaseum ("Sozialpalast") und Hochbunker (Wikipedia), und auf berlin.de "Der Hochbunker in der Pallasstraße und seine Geschichte" (Berliner Woche) Fotografie von Boris Becker (Deeplink, kultur-port.de) Update zur Walsprache "Exploring the mysterious alphabet of sperm whales" (Nachricht auf MIT News) "Contextual and combinatorial structure in sperm whale vocalisations" (Artikel in Nature Communications) Ist euch etwas Futuristisches im Alltag begegnet? Schickt es uns! Per Mail an fw@3c33.de oder per Mastodon-Nachricht an @fantawis@det.social. Wir besprechen eine Auswahl im Podcast. Credits & Lizenz Cover: basierend auf Robert Fludd Metaphysik und Natur- und Kunstgeschichte beider Welten, nämlich des Makro- und des Mikrokosmos, 1617; Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons Diese Folge erscheint unter CC BY-NC-SA 3.0, d.h. unsere Inhalte gerne teilen, remixen, aber uns bitte erwähnen und ja kein Geld verdienen! Musik siehe jeweilige Lizenzen.
Kapitelchen & Tracklist 0:00:00 Curlwond – Girl Heaven CC BY-NC-SA 0:01:47 Cyberpunk 2077 0:20:48 How I Became Invisible – Thoughts on the Flood (rotten produce remix) CC BY 0:23:50 Cyberpunk 2077 + Marijpol Hort 0:34:54 8in8 – Nikola Tesla CC BY-NC 0:37:40 Virtual Reality Updates 0:50:25 Stink Animal and the Bad Smells – Darling I Haven't Lost You CC BY-NC-SA 0:52:06 Audiorätsel 1:02:25 Yunomi – ファッション (feat. rinahamu) CC BY-NC-SA 1:06:25 Dune vs Dune 1:26:08 Marisa Anderson – Surfacing CC BY-NC-SA 1:28:51 A Slower Speed of Light 1:47:12 Curlwond – Girl Heaven 1:50:28 Zeitkapsel 1:54:02 Curlwond – Sparkling Walk CC BY-NC-SA 1:57:32 Josephine Smoker – Old ghosts CC BY-NC-SA
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony talks to guitarist/actor/humanitarian Miyavi. About Miyavi David Nakayama is an artist known for his work on covers for Marvel Comics, video games and more. He is also known for having worked with Chris Claremont to relaunch Big Hero 6 comic book series in 2008. Topics Discussed Miyavi discusses his insecurities and what makes him nervous How Miyavi deals with his insecurities How Miyavi deals with stress and time management About Miyavi's daughters and his relationship with them Miyavi reflects on his life as a dad Miyavi on parenting And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. You can follow Miyavi on social media by using the links below. Miyavi on Twitter Miyavi on Instagram For more information about Miyavi, you can also visit his website. Miyavi Official Website For more information on Blue Note Hawaii, visit their website. Blue Note Hawaii Website Don't forget to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is “yōshoku”? (About Japanese “Western Food” | Ichimon Japan 60 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Blue Note Hawaii/Ikaika Communications Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about Big Hero 6, anime, drawing comics, and more with artist David Nakayama. About David Nakayama David Nakayama is an artist known for his work on covers for Marvel Comics, video games and more. He is also known for having worked with Chris Claremont to relaunch Big Hero 6 comic book series in 2008. Topics Discussed David Nakayama's work on the 2008 relaunch of the Big Hero 6 comic book title David Nakayama's approach to redesigning Baymax for the 2008 relaunch of Big Hero 6 The Japanese influences on the 2008 redesign of the Big Hero 6 relaunch How David Nakayama got interested in anime Nintendo and old video games The anime inspired visual style of the 2008 Big Hero 6 relaunch How David got into American comic books Meeting Stan Lee How David began working in comics About penciling and the American comic book creation process How David was able to get into doing comic book covers for Marvel (Longshot Saves the Marvel Universe) The magic of art About making a compelling cover And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. Check out David Nakayama's website or his social media accounts to see his amazing work. David Nakayama Website David Nakayama Instagram David Nakayama Twitter Don't forget to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. How do you say trombone in Japanese? (About the World War II Katakana Word “Ban”) | Ichimon Japan 59 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking with music journalist Patrick St. Michel. He'll be telling us about Japanese pop music, Perfume, the city pop boom and one of his latest articles which focuses on the rise and fall and rise of eurobeat. About Patrick St. Michel Patrick St. Michel is a music journalist who specializes in Japanese pop music. His articles appear regularly in publications such as The Japan Times and Pitchfork. Topics Discussed How it was that Patrick St. Michel got interested in Japanese pop music Discovering Perfume while on the JET Programme The appeal, image and sound of Perfume The influence of Yasutaka Nakata The explosion of popularity in K-pop around the world Comapring K-pop vs. J-pop How J-pop often ignores musical trends from the West How "City Pop" exploded in popularity online How Mariya Takeuchi's song "Plastic Love" went viral Interviewing Miriya Takeuchi How the internet has made it possible for niche music to succeed What eurobeat is How it was that Patrick St. Michel was able to interview DJ Boss in order to do a story about Super Eurobeat The resurgence in popularity the eaurobeat genre has seen in recent years How eurobeat has become a part of online/meme culture About visiting Tokyo's club Ageha The influence of Super Eurobeat on contemporary younger musical artists Da Pump's "U.S.A." How rock continues to be popular in Japan DJ Boss's views on Super Eurobeat and its evolution How Avex goes about producing songs for the Super Eurobeat series Patrick St. Michel's music recommendations: Hikaru Utada (Bad Mode), Soichi Terada (Asakusa Light), Star Kids, 4s4ki About the Make Believe Melodies blog and email newsletter And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. Follow Patrick St. Michel on Twitter, subscribe to his newsletter (Make Believe Melodies), and check out the Spotify playlist he mentioned with his music recommendations. Patrick St. Michel on Twitter Make Believe Melodies Newsletter Spotify Playlist To read the article Patrick wrote about Super Eurobeat based on his interview with DJ Boss, use the link below. The Eurobeat boom, boom, boom, boom means the '90s are back Don't forget to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. How do you say trombone in Japanese? (About the World War II Katakana Word “Ban”) | Ichimon Japan 59 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking with Alex from the Sakura Stardust YouTube channel. She tells us about Japanese lost media and digs into some specific examples like Saki Sanobashi and the mysterious Akihabara cassette tape. About Alex (Sakura Stardust) Alex runs the popular YouTube channel Sakura Stardust. In her videos Alex focuses primarily on Japanese lost media. She has covered everything from internet mysteries to lost anime and more. Topics Discussed How Alex from the Sakura Stardust became interested in Japan and the Japanese language The evolution of the Sakura Stardust YouTube channel The abundance of lost media videos and creators on YouTube About Japanese lost media The case of the mysterious Akihabara cassette tape Dealing with copyright issues as a YouTuber covering Japanese media About Totally Not Mark's copyright problems with Toei Animation About Saki Sanobashi (Go for a Punch) Whether we think Saki Sanobashi exists Finding a recording of the NHK show Monster School About Sazae-san Alex (Sakura Stardust)'s process for doing research in Japanese Japanese internet slang About visiting Japan Future plans for the Sakura Stardust YouTube channel And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. Subscribe to the Sakura Stardust YouTube channel for more content on Japanese lost media. You can also follow Alex on Twitter to stay up to date with what she is working on. Sakura Stardust YouTube Channel Alex on Twitter Here is the video about the mysterious Akihabara cassette tape. The Most Mysterious Song of Japan: The Akiba Tape (AKA "Fly Away") Alex covered Saki Sanobashi in this video. 16 MORE Lost Pieces of Japanese Media (REVISED & UPDATED) - Lost Media of Japan Episode 2 The popular YouTuber Whang covered Saki Sanobashi in this video. The Lost Deep Web Anime - Tales From the Internet Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Should you watch “In This Corner of the World?” (About Kono Sekai no Katasumi ni) | Ichimon Japan 58 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about archaeology in Japan and the case of Tsukumo No. 24, the world's oldest known shark attack. Our guest for this episode is J. Alyssa White from the University of Oxford. About J. Alyssa White J. Alyssa White is a PhD candidate in Archaeology at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on. Her research focuses on the trauma found in skeletal remains from the southwestern Japanese archipelago during the end of the Jōmon hunter-gatherer period through the early Yayoi agricultural period (ca. 2500 BC – 250 AD). She is also one of the researchers who worked ont he fascinatingly unique case of Tsukumo No. 24 (the world's oldest known shark attack). Topics Discussed How J. Alyssa White became interested in archaeology, Japan and the Japanese language Kyoto University's collection Jōmon era remains How J. Alyssa White got started in the fields of Japanese archaeology and biological anthropology About Japanese archaeological site reports Discovering the remains of Tsukumo No. 24 Archaeological sties in Japan Characteristics of archaeological sites in Kyushu Burial practices (pit burials, shell mounds) in prehistoric Japan Archaeology in Japan What we can learn from skeletal remains About the case of Tsukumo No. 24 How it was determined that Tsukumo No. 24 was likely killed by a shark attack What injuries the remains of Tsukumo No. 24 exhibits Jōmon era ritual tooth extraction J. Alyssa White's research on the changes and violent conflict seen during the transition from the Jōmon to the Yayoi periods And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. The original article about Tsukumo No. 24 can be found via the link below. Unfortunately, it is behind a pay wall. 3000-year-old shark attack victim from Tsukumo shell-mound, Okayama, Japan Here's a free article about Tsukumo No. 24 in case you would like to read more. Reconstruction of the oldest shark attack on a human, from Tsukumo shell-mound, Japan Reconstruction of the oldest shark attack on a human, from Tsukumo shell-mound, Japan Reconstruction of the oldest shark attack on a human, from Tsukumo shell-mound, Japan Use the link below to view the 3D model of Tsukumo No. 24. 3D Model of Tsukumo No. 24 Here is the episode of the Beyond Japan podcast in which J. Alyssa White is interviewed. Beyond Japan Ep. #44: Prehistoric Tragedy: The Oldest Shark Attack Victim with J. Alyssa White Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Should you watch “In This Corner of the World?” (About Kono Sekai no Katasumi ni) | Ichimon Japan 58 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of J. Alyssa White Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about translation, learning Japanese and more with translator/podcaster Jenn O'Donnell. About Anna Lughezzani Jenn O'Donnell is a Japanese to English translator and podcaster. She lives in Osaka where she works as a Localization Director for a video game company. She also produces the podcasts The Translation Chat and Otafu Susume. Topics Discussed About how it was that Jenn began learning Japanese Working on farms in Fukuoka Learning Japanese as someone with dyslexia On the struggle to get work as a Japanese-English translator On becoming a freelance Japanese to English translator About some of the pitfalls often seen in media translation False friends in Japanese/English Denotation vs connotation Examples of some Japanese to English translations Jenn enjoys About the Miracles at the Namie General Store translation About the English translation of The Miracles at the Namiya General Store About the English translation of the All You Need Is Kill novel About translating a novel vs manga/anime/light novels About The Translation Chat podcast About the Recommendation from My Otaku Spouse (Otafu Susume) podcast About The Faraway Paladin (Saihate no Paradin) And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. To keep up to date with Jenn and her projects, make sure to follow her on Twitter. @JENTranslations Check out the list below for links to the websites, podcats, and articles mentioned in this episode. Japanese Talk Online Where Jenn writes about learning Japanese J-EN Translations Where Jenn writes about translation An article about Jenn's experiences participating in WOOF/working in farms in Japan An article about the English translation of the All You Need Is Kill novel The Translation Chat Podcast Recommendation from My Otaku Spouse (Otafu Susume) Check out the episode of Japan Station featuring Dr. Wesley Robertson. A Wonderful Mess: About the Japanese Writing System w. Dr. Wes Robertson | Japan Station 80 Don't forget to listen to the latest episodes of Ichimon Japan. What katakana words do you hate? (Funny/confusing/annoying katakana words) | Ichimon Japan 56 Why is Argentina “Aruzenchin” in Japanese? | Ichimon Japan 57 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Jenn O'Donnell Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about Japan's stressful job hunting process (shūkatsu) and how it--along with work in general--can be even more stressful and difficult for women in Japan. About Anna Lughezzani Anna Lughezzani, PhD candidate in anthropology at University of Padova, Ca' Foscari University of Venice and University of Verona (Italy). Topics Discussed The stressful and rigid nature of the job hunting process (shūkatsu) for new graduates in Japan About group job interviews About why many traditional Japanese companies prefer hiring newly graduated university students rather than experienced workers About the hierarchical nature of many traditional Japanese companies About motherhood protection rhetoric (boseihogo) and its role in shaping Japan's dual career track system How Japanese companies used the dual career track system to discriminate against women How people in the managerial career track in Japan often have to endure getting relocated to different branches/offices of the company How overtime is often expected from those in the managerial career track in Japan How women in Japan are expected to abide by different rules when going through the job hunting process How women are expected to wear makeup in a particular way when going through the job hunting process and being interviewed About how some women navigate the job hunting process and white collar work in Japan About the idea that information about parental leave and childcare related matters is not relevant to men About researching setsumeikai and the job hunting process in Japan How foreign companies and start-ups are offering those seeking jobs in Japan a different and more progressive way of doing things And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. You can find the video of Anna Lughezzani's presentation below. Skirts, Compulsory Makeup, and Maternity Leave Check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is that sound? (Funny/Wacky Japanese Onomatopoeia) | Ichimon Japan 55 don't forget to subscribe! JapanKyo Docs YouTube Channel Don't forget to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is that sound? (Funny/Wacky Japanese Onomatopoeia) | Ichimon Japan 55 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of N/A Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by J.J. Walsh of the Seek Sustainable Japan podcast/YouTube talk show and we're talking about Japanese influences in Hawaii, life in Hiroshima and the ever-popular topic of remodeling akiya (abondoned homes in Japan). About J.J. Walsh J.J. Walsh is the host of the podcast/YouTube talk show Seek Sustainable Japan. Along with her husband she also runs the website gethiroshima.com. J.J. is also known for her knowledge of abandoned Japanese homes (akiya) and what goes into remodeling them. Topics Discussed Life growing up in Hawaii On the Japanese influence present in Hawaii Why J.J. Walsh decided to go to Japan About gethiroshima.com About the Seek Sustainable Japan show On moving to Hiroshima About akiya and minka remodeling in Japan J.J.'s experiences remodeling her old Japanese home in Hiroshima How much abandoned houses in Japan can cost On buying a house in Japan as a foreign national Recommendation on where to visit in Hiroshima About Hiroshima's Rabbit Island About the history of Hiroshima And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. Check ou tthe Seek Sustainable Japan YouTube channel via the link below. Seek Sustainable Japan YouTube Channel Check out gethiroshima.com via the link below. Gethiroshima.com Follow J.J. Walsh on Twitter. J.J. Walsh on Twitter Don't forget to check out the episode of Seek Sustanable Japan where J.J. Walsh interviews Tony Vega. JapanKyo Founder Tony Vega - Japan Stories & Language Tips from Hawaii | 333 Please check out the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel and don't forget to subscribe! JapanKyo Docs YouTube Channel Don't forget to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is that sound? (Funny/Wacky Japanese Onomatopoeia) | Ichimon Japan 55 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of J.J. Walsh Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about depictions of Japan and Japanese people on popular American TV shows with Dr. Alisa Freedman. About Dr. Alisa Freedman Alisa Freedman is a Professor of Japanese Literature, Cultural Studies, and Gender at the University of Oregon and the Editor-in-Chief of the U.S.–Japan Women's Journal. Her books include Tokyo in Transit: Japanese Culture on the Rails and Road, an annotated translation of Kawabata Yasunari's The Scarlet Gang of Asakusa, and co-edited volumes on Modern Girls on the Go: Gender, Mobility, and Labor in Japan, and Introducing Japanese Popular Culture. She has published widely on Japanese modernism, Tokyo studies, youth culture, gender, television, humor as social critique, teaching pedagogies, and digital media, along with publishing translations of Japanese literature. Alisa has been nationally recognized for excellence in mentoring and enjoys presenting at cultural events like anime cons and Japan festivals. Topics Discussed About Japan on American TV: Screaming Samurai Join Anime Clubs in the Land of the Lost About depictions of Japan and Japanese people in American TV shows The taboo regarding the depiction of the Japanese royal family in Japanese media Self-censorship in Japan and Japanese media How Japanese mainstream media stays away from political topics About the Japanese version of SNL that aired in 2011 The variety show Pink Lady (and Jeff) How trends and tropes have shaped the depictions of Japan and Japanese people on American TV shows How Marie Kondo presents herself as both "Japanese" and "American" About Queer Eye: We're in Japan! About the SNL skit JPop America Fun Time Now The influence of Japanese pop culture on the generation that grew up consuming it About Big Bird in Japan And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of X while at the same time supporting the show, please use the Amazon affiliate link below. Japan on American TV: Screaming Samurai Join Anime Clubs in the Land of the Lost Use the link below to check out the latest JapanKyo Docs video. Emus in Tokyo: Inside the Life of a Japanese Emu Rancher Don't forget to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is that sound? (Funny/Wacky Japanese Onomatopoeia) | Ichimon Japan 55 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Alisa Freedman Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about the Japanese vengeful spirits known as onryō with Jennifer Yoo. About Jennifer Yoo Jennifer M. Yoo is a doctoral candidate in Japanese Theatre at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Topics Discussed On working as a food tour guide in Kyoto What tsunokakushi is and the origins of this custom About the term oni (demon) and its historical origins About Ushi no Koku Mairi and the link between oni and kimon What onryō (vengeful spirits/wrathful spirits) are Differences between male and female onryō How male onryō are often historically/politically important figures The difference between yūrei and onryō About Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin) Depictions of onryō in Japanese theater About modern onryō in Japanese horror films The impact of the original Ringu film The motivations of classic female onryō The lack of motive in modern female onryō depicted in Japanese horror films About Sadako from Ringu The prevalence of the Sadako style ghost in films About the term "dead wet girls" The role of water in Shinto and Buddhism, beliefs about death and onryō The long hair of onryō and its historical roots in kabuki theater About deadly hair in Japanese horror films About the 2007 Japanese horror film Exte (Ekusute) And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon You can also do a one time donation via Ko-fi. Support us on Ko-fi Links, Videos, Etc. Here is the video of the presentation Jennifer Yoo gave for the University of Hawaii. Monstrous Wives, Murderous Lovers, and Dead Wet Girls For even more ghost-related content, check out episode 50 of Japan Station. Yūrei, Ghosts & Yōkai, A Chat w. Zack Davisson | Japan Station 50 To learn even more about Ushino Koku Mairi (the curse of the hour of the ox), check out the Ichimon Japan episode below. What's so scary about the hour of the ox? (About Ushi no Koku Mairi) | Ichimon Japan 21 Use the link below to check out the latest JapanKyo Docs video. Emus in Tokyo: Inside the Life of a Japanese Emu Ranche Don't forget to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. Should I go to Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan (USJ)? | Ichimon Japan 54 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Jennifer Yoo Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, music producer, rapper and artist Shing02 talks about his life, music and more. About Shing02 Shing02 is a Japanese American music producer, rapper, and artist. Active since the '90s in both Japan and the U.S., Shing02 has produced numerous albums, collaborated with a long list of hip hop artists and he can even be heard along with Nujabes on "Battlecry," the opening song of the popular anime Samurai Champloo. Topics Discussed The origin of the name Shing02 The history and origin of Shing02's last name: Annen Shing02's childhood and the many places he lived How Shing02 got interested in art, graffiti, and hip hop/rap How Shing02 ended up performing in Japan About rapping in Japanese and in English About the songwriting process About Shing02's album 246911 About Shing02's move to Hawaii About Shing02 & The Chee-Hoos About WabyShaka About good ramen and Mexican restaurants in Honolulu And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Follow Shing02 on social media. Shing02 on Instagram Shing02 on Facebook WabyShaka on Instagram Check out Shin02's website. Official Shing02 website Check out Shing02's album 246911. SPIN MASTER A-1 & Shing02 - 246911 Dr. Capital was mentioned during the conversation. Dr. Capital also was a guest on Japan Station. Check out the link below to listen to his episode. Japan Station 19: Deconstructing J-pop with Jonathan “Dr. Capital” Patterson Don't forget to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. Should I go to Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Japan (USJ)? | Ichimon Japan 54 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of N/A Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Wes Robertson stops by to talk about the wonderful mess that is the Japanese writing system. About Dr. Wes Robertson Wesley C. Robertson is Lecturer in International Studies at Macquarie University, Australia. His research focuses on variation and language play inherent in writing, with a focus on Japanese. He completed his PhD in Applied Japanese Linguistics at Monash University in 2016. Topics Discussed How it was that Dr. Wes Robertson became interested in the Japanese writing system The quirks and inconsistencies of the Japanese writing system Some of the potential reasons why katakana is sometimes used to write the speech of foreigners in manga and other forms of Japanese media The phenomenon of marking the speech of foreigners with katakana The practice of writing some Japanese last names in katakana rather than kanji Whether it is common to use the Japanese writing system to try to phonetically recreate foreign accents How Dr. Robertson got in touch with manga artists for his research Whether Japanese readers actually interpret something differently depending on what writing system (kanji, hiragana, katakana) is used The fascinating nature of the Japanese writing system About sociolinguistics About the Lingua Brutalica podcast About the peculiar script usage of the Japanese metal band Gotsu Totsu Kotsu And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of Scripting Japan, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Scripting Japan: Orthography, Variation, and the Creation of Meaning in Written Japanese You can follow Dr. Wes Robertson on Twitter. @ScriptingJapan Don't forget to check out the Lingua Brutallica podcast! Lingua Brutallica Podcast Check out the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel! https://japankyo.com/yt Use the link below to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. What are “buruma?” (The History of Japanese School Uniforms and the “Bloomers” Scandal) | Ichimon Japan 53 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Chelsea Szendi Schieder Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Robert Hellyer stops by to discuss the shared history of green tea in Japan and the U.S., as well as his new book Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America's Tea Cups. About Dr. Robert Hellyer Robert Hellyer is associate professor of history at Wake Forest University. He is the author of Defining Engagement: Japan and Global Contexts, 1640–1868 and coeditor of The Meiji Restoration: Japan as a Global Nation. His latest book is Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America's Tea Cups. Topics Discussed The various kinds of green tea The popularity of maccha About William Alt's success in Japan as a tea trader during the 1800s About Hellyer & Company Why Dr. Hellyer became interested in Japan and green tea How drinking green tea was not strange or uncommon in the U.S. in the late 1800s and early part of the 1900s Old American advertisements from the 19th century How Japan would send delegations to World Fairs starting in the late 19th century to promote tea consumption The shift from Chinese style Japanese green tea to Japanese style Japanese green tea American tea culture fromt he 19th century American tea parties How green tea was also thrown into the harbor during the Boston Tea Party Racism and xenophobia throughout the history of green tea the in the U.S. And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. If you would like to pick up Dr. Hellyer's book, you can purchase it from Columbia University Press or via the JapanKyo Amazon Affiliate link below. Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America's Tea Cups (Columbia University Press) Green with Milk and Sugar: When Japan Filled America's Tea Cups (Amazon) Checkout the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel! https://japankyo.com/yt Use the link below to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. What are “buruma?” (The History of Japanese School Uniforms and the “Bloomers” Scandal) | Ichimon Japan 53 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Chelsea Szendi Schieder Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Kyle from the Tokyo Splosion stops by to talk about JapanKyo's new YouTube channel: JapanKyo Docs! Topics Discussed About the creation of the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel About Kyle from the Tokyo Splosion podcast The JET salary About filming in Okutama Fun anecdotes that occurred during the filming of JapanKyo Docs videos About shooting a video of an emu rancher in Okutama, Tokyo How we find interesting people for JapanKyo Docs videos About Yuki from Regent Times About the labor intensive process of styling your hair into a pompdour And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Checkout the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel! https://japankyo.com/yt Subscribe to the JapanKyo Docs YouTube channel. Subscribe to JapanKyo Docs Watch the first full JapanKyo Docs video. It's about Koronon, a cute cat mascot that was created in order to help fight the spread of COVID19. Japan's Cutest Virus Fighting Mascot: Koronon JapanKyo is now on Instagram! Go follow us there for updates on what we're working on. @JapanKyoNews on Instagram Don't forget to check out the Tokyo Splosion podcast! It's really fun stuff! Tokyo Splosion on Libsyn Tokyo Splosion on Apple Podcasts Tokyo Splosion on Spotify Tokyo Splosion on Twitter Check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast via the link below. What are gyaru? (About the Slang, Fashion and History of Japan's Gyaru/Gal) | Ichimon Japan 52 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Chelsea Szendi Schieder Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Instagram (@JapanKyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder joins us to talk about female students in Japan's New Left movement, kaiju movies and more. About Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder is Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics, Aoyama Gakuin University. Her latest book is titled Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left (Duke University Press Books). Topics Discussed About Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left Chelsea Szendi Schieder's interest in the Japanese student movement of the 1960s About the role of women in the Japanese New Left Female activists of the Japanese student movement of the 1960s How Japanese universities were forced to admit female students after World War II The idea that providing Japanese women with a college education would be counter productive Concerns over gender equality The Tokyo Medical University testing scandal The prevalence of women's universities in Japan About Ochanomizu University and their decision to remain a women's university How police in Japan made an effort to change to a "friendlier" policing style as a result of bad press when dealing with student protests Media portrayal of female student activists About Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder's class Kaiju Attack The meanings and inspirations behind kaiju movies About Shin Godzilla About Hedorah About the Heisei Gamera series of movies And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To get a copy of Coed Revolution, consider using the Amazon Affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left You can find Chelsea Szendi Schieder on Twitter. @SzendiChelsea If you enjoyed this episode of Japan Station, you may also enjoy episode 25. Japan Station 25: The Japanese Red Army (Dr. Patricia Steinhoff) Check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast via the link below. What are gyaru? (About the Slang, Fashion and History of Japan's Gyaru/Gal) | Ichimon Japan 52 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Chelsea Szendi Schieder Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Colton Runyan of the University of Cambridge talks to us about his experiences training and competing in sumo, as well asl his research on Heian era physical competitions. About Colton Runyan Colton Runyan is a Phd candidate at the University of Cambridge and a sumo wrestler who has competed in Japanese college sumo and as part of the US National team. His dissertation research focuses on sporting events of the Heian period. Topics Discussed How Colton Runyan first got into sumo The charity sumo tournament in Akita Prefecture that Colton took part in during his time in the JET Programme What Colton liked about sumo Progressing and improving in sumo Doing sumo training at Nihon University Doing sumo training at a junior high school Teaching, training and competing in sumo in US and other counties Going back to Japan to receive proper sumo training Meeting Konishiki Competing in a college sumo tournament in Japan while a student at Saitama University The different paths people take into professional sumo The grueling nature of sumo training The most frustrating aspect of sumo training for Colton Deciding to go to Cambridge and doing research on sumo Researching the social, political and economic importance of physical competitions (sumo, horseracing, archery) during the Heian period Historical records from Japan's Heian period that document sumo A notable sumo tournament from 1013 Fujiwara no Michiga's interest in horseracing Archery in the Heian period Historical misconceptions about sumo The caring and fun nature of sumo wrestlers And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To read the Japan Times article about Colton Runyan, use the link below. Sumo makes its way to Cambridge as former U.S. wrestler studies sport's ancient role To read the Wasabi article about Konishiki written by Tony Vega, use the link below. Konishiki: Then & Now (February-March 2018 issue of Wasabi) To listen to the latest episode of the Transmissions from Hawaii podcast, use the link below. Memoir of a Hilo Waterman: The Amazing Life of Hawaii Swimmer, Author & Educator Richard “Sonny” Tanabe | Transmissions from Hawaii 07 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Why do hands come out of the toilet in Japan? (About Japanese toilet hands, ghosts, yokai and urban legends) | Ichimon Japan 51 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Colton Runyan Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Kaitly Ugoretz of the YouTube channel Eat Pray Anime discusses the allure and eclectic spirituality of Marie Kondo, as well as online Shinto communities. About Kaitlyn Ugoretz Kaitlyn Ugoretz is a Phd candidate at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her primary area of research is online religious communities, in particular Shinto communities. She is also the author of a recent article about Marie Kondo titled The Untidiness of Marie Kondo's Eclectic Spirituality. Kaitlyn also runs the YouTube channel Eat Pray Anime. Topics Discussed About Marie Kondo/KonMari About the "untidiness" of Marie Kondo How people have tried to connect Marie Kondo and her ideas to Shinto Marie Kondo's website The "Danshari" method of tidying up The prevalence of so-called tidying gurus in Japan and in the West The "Japanese-ness" of Marie Kondo as a marketing tool How Marie Kondo appears to be far more popular in the US than in Japan The allure of Marie Kondo The Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo The narrative of self transformation found in Marie Kondo's shows and others like it About Marie Kondo's second Netflix show Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo About Kaitlyn Ugoretz's research on online Shinto communities What Shinto practice looks like About Shinto practice outside of Japan Practitioners of Shinto outside of Japan What attracts people outside of Japan to Shinto About the YouTube channel Eat PrayAnime And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To read Kaitlyn Ugoretz's article about Marie Kondo, use the link below. The untidiness of Marie Kondo's eclectic spirituality To check out Kaitlyn's YouTube channel, Eat Pray Anime, use the link below. Eat Pray Anime Here is one of the Eat Pray Anime videos that was mentioned during the episode. Can Anime Characters Become Gods? Anime Pilgrimage Explained! You can follow Kaitlyn Ugoretz on Twitter as well. @KaitlynUgoretz @eat_pray_anime To check out the previous episode of Japan Station, use the link below. In Search of the Japanese Wolf (Alex K.T. Martin) | Japan Station 74 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Why do hands come out of the toilet in Japan? (About Japanese toilet hands, ghosts, yokai and urban legends) | Ichimon Japan 51 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Kaitlyn Ugoretz Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we talk about the probably extinct (but maybe not?) Japanese wolf with journalist Alex K.T. Martin. About Alex K.T. Martin Alex K.T. Martin is a feature writer for the Japan Times. He is also the author of a recent five-part feature about the Japanese wolf (nihon ōkami) titled In Search of Japan's Lost Wolves. Topics Discussed Whether the Japanese wolf (nihon ōkami) is considered a cryptid How Alex Martin became interested in researching the Japanese wolf Who Hiroshi Yagi is How Alex Martin got in touch with Hiroshi Yagi About Chichibu's connection to the Japanese wolf How Hiroshi Yagi became interested in looking for the Japanese wolf Hiroshi Yagi's 1996 encounter with an animal resembling the Japanese wolf and the famous 19 photographs that he took of said animal The process taken by Hiroshi Yagi in his hunt for the Japanese wolf Who might take over Hiroshi Yagi's hunt for the Japanese wolf when he retires Hiroshi Yagi's personality About Naoki Maruyama, founder of the Japan Wolf Association The effort to reintroduce wolves into Japan and the troubles it faces The allure and mystery of the Japanese wolf Alex Martin's articles about Tokyo post-Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Japan's declining population The smaller size of a Japanese wolf And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Use the link below to access the landing page for In Seart of Japan's Lost Wolves, the five-part series of articles about the Japanese wolf by Alex K.T. Martin. In Search of Japan's Lost Wolves To read Alex Martin's articles about post Olympics Tokyo, use the links below. Tokyo tomorrow: What comes after the 2020 Games? The race is on to define the legacy of Tokyo 2020 To listen to the Deep Dive podcast episode about the Japanese wolf use the link below. Episode 18: Is the Japanese wolf really extinct? You can follow Alex Martin on Twitter. Alex K.T. Martin on Twitter Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Is Yamaguchi cursed to have”ugly” girls? (Places in Japan Known for “Beautiful” & “Ugly” Women) | Ichimon Japan 50 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Alex K.T. Martin Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell talks about translating Japanese fiction. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary translator, editor, and publishing consultant. The most recently published book she translated is Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement (The Feminist Press at CUNY) by Shiori Ito. Topics Discussed How Allison Markin Powell became a translator of Japanese literature Getting started as a manga translator Translating the book Sensei no Kaban (The Briefcase/Strange Weather in Tokyo) by Kawakami Hiromi What is challenging about being a translator About fighting to be credited as a translator Allison Markin Powell's style of translation A tricky aspect of translating The Nakano Thrift Shop About translating Lady Joker by Takamura Kaoru And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement Here are links to other books Allison Markin Powell has translated. These are Amazon affiliate links as well. Lady Joker, Volume 1 (Kaoru Takamura) Strange Weather in Tokyo (Kawakami Hiromi) The Nakano Thrift Shop (Kawakami Hiromi) To listen to the first part of the conversation with Allison Markin Powell, use the link below. Black Box: Discussing the Shiori Ito Story (Allison Markin Powell Part 1) | Japan Station 72 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Does “Your Name” live up to the hype? (Discussing Kimi no Na wa) | Ichimon Japan 49 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Allison Markin Powell Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
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On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell discusses the story of Shiori Ito and the newly published English version of the book Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary translator, editor, and publishing consultant. The most recently published book she translated is Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement (The Feminist Press at CUNY) by Shiori Ito. Topics Discussed Allison Markin Powell's study abroad experience in Kanazawa How tell all memoirs don't seem to be as popular in Japan as in the West About the book Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement Who Shiori Ito is The frank and open way in which Siori Ito discusses her alleged sexual assault and the events after it The press conference Shiori Ito held in 2017 Meeting Shiori Ito The term "quasi-rape" (Jungōkanzai, 準強姦罪) Why Shiori Ito called her book "Black Box" Shiori Ito's strength Sexual assault statistics in Japan and other places How police made Shiori Ito reenact being sexually assaulted in front of them Some of the systematic challenges Shiori Ito faced when trying to get justice Shiori Ito's influence and impact And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan's #MeToo Movement Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Does “Your Name” live up to the hype? (Discussing Kimi no Na wa) | Ichimon Japan 49 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of The Feminist Press at CUNY Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're learning about homelessness in Japan and the life of Japanese day laborers. About Dr. Tom Gill Dr. Tom Gill is a professor of social anthropology at the Faculty of International Studies at Meiji Gakuin University in Yokohama. He is the author of the 2015 book Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer. Topics Discussed Dr. Tom Gill's first experience in Sanya in Tokyo Reporting on street riots in Sanya in 1986 About Sanya in Tokyo What a doyagai is About Japanese slum districts About Japanese day laborers Why Sanya is mainly populated by single men How the anime/manga Ashita no Joe is set in Sanya The aging population of Japan's slums What a doya is What a typical doya room is like Older doya versus newer doya What a deluxe doya is Why people might choose to stay in doya despite it being more expensive to ren than an apartment About Japanese welfare On talking to people in doyagai On collecting cans in Osaka On municipal homeless shelters in Japan The increasing number of doya in Kotobukicho About homeless women in Japan Why there are so few homeless women in Japan Whether Dr. Gill has had any dangerous experiences in Japanese slums And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. If you would like to purchase Dr. Gill's book--Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer--please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer If you would like to read some of Dr. Gill's work, the best place to start is his Academia.edu page. Dr. Tom Gill on Academia.edu Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. What are Japan's most famous dogs? (5 Famous Japanese Dogs + an Afro Dog) Ichimon Japan 48 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of N/A Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
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On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, shamisen performer and composer Mike Penny stops by to talk about Japan's famous three-stringed lute, the Mike Penny Orchestra (MPO), and more. About Mike Penny Mike Penny is a shamesen performer and composrer based in Los Angeles. He has performed throughout the U.S. and Japan. Aside from performing traditional Japanese shamisen music, Mike is also active on YouTube and enjoys experimenting with the shamisen in all sorts of creative ways via his personal project MPO. Topics Discussed Mike Penny's 2011 song "Leaving Forever" Mike Penny's work on the soundtrack of the popular PS4 game Ghosts of Tsushima How Mike Penny became interested in Japan and the shamisen The many musical instruments Mike Penny has played Making the transition from guitar to the shamisen On learning how to play the shamisen The challenges of learning how to play the shamisen On getting used to using the bachi (plectrum) The tsugaru shamisen style The fretless nature of the shamisen About MPO (Mike Penny Orchestra) About Mike Penny's 2020 song "Perfect Alley Rare" Feedback from Japanese people On Sasaki Mitsuru Sangenkai in Los Angeles About Kyle Abbot On shamisen for beginners, such as the shami buddy by Kyle Abbott And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Check out Mike Penny on YouTube and Bandcamp. Mike Penny YouTube Mike Penny Bandcamp Here is "Leaving Forever" by MPO. "Leaving Forever" by The Mike Penny Orchestra Here is the music video for "Perfect Alley Rare." "Perfect Alley Rare" by Mike Penny Orchestra (‘80s Shamisen Pop) And here's a fun shamisen cover that Mike did of "The 7th Element" by Vitas. Vitas “The 7th Element” ★ON SHAMISEN★ Use the link below to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Vitas “The 7th Element” ★ON SHAMISEN★ If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Mike Penny Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia talks about the religious group Pana-Wave Laboratory and shares some of what he experienced while in Japan researching it. About Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia is a professor of sociology at Taft College and the author of numerous books. He has conducted research on a wide variety of topics, including the sociology of religion, food studies, race & ethnicity, and popular culture. Dr. Jimenez Murguia has also written extensively about the Japanese religious group Pana-Wave Laboratory. Topics Discussed How Dr. Jimenez Murguia became interested in doing research related to Japan How it was that Dr. Jimenez Murguia began communicating with and doing research on Pana-Wave Laboratory What Pana-Wave Laboratory was How Pana-Wave Laboratory got started The teachings/beliefs of Chino Yuko About scalar wave energy attacks Why Pana-Wave Laboratory members dressed all in white Pana-Wave Laboratory's infamous 2003 caravan to Fukui Prefecture How Dr. Jimenez Murguia was able to make contact with Pana-Wave Laboratory Pana-Wave Laboratory's journal: L.R. On visiting Pana-Wave Laboratory at their base in Fukui Prefecture About the kinds of people that were part of Pana-Wave Laboratory On visiting the Pana-Wave Laboratory facility in Fukui after Chino Yuko's death How Pana-Wave Laboratory was sensationalized and misunderstood The misconception that Japan is a weird place On doing research on the topic of brown face And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. The title of the article by Dr. Jimenez Murguia that was referenced on this episode is Re-enchanting a Religio-Scientific Experience: Understanding the Extraordinary Within the Pana-Wave Laboratory. As of the time of this writing the link I used to download the article does not work. However, if you would like to try it out, click here. To listen to the Ichimon Japan episode that focuses on Pana-Wave Laboratory, check out the link below. Did Tama-chan the seal save the world and cause immigration reform? (About Pana-Wave Laboratory) | Ichimon Japan 46 To listen to the episode of Ichimon Japan about ushino koku mairi, use the link below. What's so scary about the hour of the ox? (About Ushi no Koku Mairi) | Ichimon Japan 21 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, journalist Justic McCurry talks about his new book The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture. About Justin McCurry Justin McCurry is the Japan anc Korea correspondent for The Guardian. He is also the author of the new book The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture (Pegasus Books). Topics Discussed What it was like interviewing a senior member of the Yamaguchi-gumi yakuza group in 2008 Justin McCurry's first visit to a velodrome About the velodrome in Tachikawa, Tokyo How keirin seems to be hidden away and gets little mainstream coverage in Japanese media The inescapable connection between keirin and gambling How keirin is different from other forms of competitive cycling The differences between the Olympic variety of keirin and the original Japanese keirin Group dynamics between keirin riders The brutal and violent side of keirin How you become a professional keirin cyclist About the Japan Institute of Keirin (formerly the Japan Keirin School) What it's like living at the Japan Keirin School The effort to modernize keirin The strict expectations and restrictions placed on keirin cyclists in Japan How cyclists must check in their mobile phones and disconnect from the outside world during race events What it was like riding a keirin bicycle on a real keirin track What keirin is doing to try to survive in present day Women in keirin The Nikkan Keirin Series The future of keirin in Japan And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cylcing Subculture, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will not cost you anything extra and it will support the show. The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture by Justin McCurry (Amazon Affiliate) To follow Justin McCurry on Twitter, use the link below. Justic McCurry on Twitter Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is a yankī or furyō? (About Japanese Teenage Delinquent Culture) | Ichimon Japan 45 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Rebecca Copeland Featured image: Courtesy of Pegasus Books Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about Kyoto, kimono and more with Dr. Rebecca Copeland. About Dr. Rebecca Copeland Dr. Rebecca Copeland is a professor of Japanese language and literature at Washington University in St. Louis. Her research specialties include modern and contemporary women's writing in Japan, modern literature, and translation studies. Dr. Copeland also writes fiction and just published her first novel called The Kimono Tattoo (Brother Mockingbird). Topics Discussed About Dr. Copeland's new novel The Kimono Tattoo Some of the aspects of Dr. Copeland's life that influenced and appear in The Kimono Tattoo On spending time in Kyoto Some of Dr. Copeland's favorite places in Kyoto About Tanukidani-san Fudō-in Temple Exploring Kyoto and going off the beaten path The canals that run along the Philosopher's Path What inspired the "cursed kimono" that is one of the focuses of The Kimono Tattoo The recycling of kimono fabric How valued items such as kimono are sometimes thought to be imbued with the spirit of its creators About studying traditional Japanese dance (Nihon Buyō) About the classic strict student-teacher dynamic often see in traditional Japanese arts On Dr. Copeland's transition to writing fiction The long process of writing The Kimono Tattoo On future plans for a sequel to The Kimono Tattoo that furthers the story of Ruth Bennett About Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch and Dr. Copeland's story Blue Ridge Yamamba What the yamamba is About the experience of teaching inmates at the Missouri Eastern Correctional Center about Japan On how getting to learn about Japan and the Japanese language is a privilege And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of The Kimono Tattoo, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will not cost you anything extra and it will support the show. The Kimono Tattoo on Amazon To pick up a copy of Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch on Amazon To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Is the story of Kaguya Hime proof that aliens have visited Japan? (About Taketori Monogatari) | Ichimon Japan 44 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Rebecca Copeland Featured image: Courtesy of Rebecca Copeland Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by Hannah Kentridge of the popular YouTube channel MissHanake. About Hannah Kentridge Hannah Kentridge is a content creator with over 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. Known as MissHanake on YouTube, Hannah has spent over 10 years producing videos in Japanese about her life and the Japanese language. Topics Discussed Hannah's perennially popular "Hiragana Song" video The origins of the MissHanake YouTube channel How creating YouTube content in Japanese motivated Hannah to keep learning Japanese and improving Receiving constructive criticism via YouTube comments How listening to herself speak in Japanese helped Hannah keep improving her Japanese Hannah's time at Kobe University Hannah's decision to go to graduate school On learning the kind of advanced Japanese that is usually not taught in the classroom About the MPhil in Japanese Studies at Oxford University What onee kotoba is On doing research on the way some gay men speak in anonymous online situations Using language to construct one's identity Hannah's plans for her master's research Japanese internet slang Gendered language in Japanese Hannah's tentative plans for after completing her master's program And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To check out Hannah on YouTube use the link below. MissHanake YouTube Channel You can watch Hannah's "Hiragana Song" video below. The Hiragana Song ★ ひらがなのうた To follow Hannah on Twitter use the link below. @misshanake on Twitter To listen to Hannah on the KoreKara Podcast see below. Talking with MissHanake - YouTuber Studying Japanese at Oxford University | KoreKara Podcast Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Japan Station. Maiko Masquerade: Crafting Geisha Girlhood in Japan (Dr. Jan Bardsley) | Japan Station 65 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Hannah Kentridge Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Jan Bardsley talks about the fascinating world of Japan's maiko and geisha. About Dr. Jan Bardsley Dr. Jan Bardsley is Professor Emerita of Asian Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She is the author of Women and Democracy in Cold War Japan and the award-winning The Bluestockings of Japan: New Woman Essays and Fiction from Seito, 1911–1916. Her latest book is Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan. Topics Discussed What a maiko is The difference between a maiko and a geiko/geisha The life of a maiko What maiko and geiko/geisha do The striking appearance of a maiko Transitioning from a maiko to a geiko The responsibilities of a geiko The elaborate hairstyle of the maiko The motivations of some girls who chose to become maiko The famed dance productions performed by Kyoto's geiko and maiko The Miyako Odori Marriage as it pertains to geiko How the maiko and geisha's connection to sexual labor has changed with the passing of time The maiko as a mascot of Japan and Kyoto The danna (patron) The financial burden of supporting geiko The Kyoto Traditional Music Foundation Eirakuya's tenugui (hand towel) that depict maiko playing sports The Kyoto International Manga Museum's maiko illustration exhibit Whether foreigners can become maiko Learning to become "Japanese" And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan To check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What is Kansai-ben? (All About the Kansai Dialect) | Ichimon Japan 42 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Jan Bardsley Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Yuji Haraguchi--owner of multiple Japanese restaurants and the Osakana fish market in Brooklyn, New York--talks about his interest in food, his career, fish, ramen, and more. About Yuji Haraguchi Yuji Haraguchi has started and owned multiple Japanese restaurants in the United States and Japan. He is based in Brooklyn, New York where he owns and operates Okonomi/Yuji Ram and the popular Japanese-style fish market Osakana. Topics Discussed About Yuji Haraguchi's early life in Japan How Yuji became interested in cooking Leaving Japan for Boston How Yuji got into selling fish Learning about fish and the fish industry On selling and marketing Japanese fish and seafood to restaurants in Boston The rising popularity of Japanese food in the US through the 2000s Getting into the ramen business On trying to make ramen more appealing to Americans unfamiliar with ramen Creating Tuna-kotsu (tuna bone) ramen Opening Yuji Ramen in 2012 Creating a carbonara inspired bacon & egg mazemen (brothless ramen) Starting the Osakana fish market in Brooklyn The concept and motivation behind Osakama The success of Osakana The educational videos Yuji makes for the Osakana YouTube channel The misconception that wild fish is always better than farm raised fish Yuji's approach to teaching people about fish and how to handle fish The factors that distinguish "sushi grade fish" from non-sushi grade fish On opening restaurants in Japan The dangers of expanding a restaurant franchise too quickly The current potential of Japanese food in the United States The booming popularity of ramen in Southeast Asia On getting Japanese ingredients About Sun Noodle How Yuji adapted to doing business during the coronavirus pandemic And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Below is a list of links for the websites and social media accounts of Yuji Haraguchi's businesses. Okonomi/Yuji Ramen Website Okonomi Instagram Yuji Ramen Online Shop Yuji Ramen Instagram Osakana Website Osakana on Instagram Below is the link to the Osakana YouTube channel. There you will find educational videos about how to handle and prepare fish, as well as other useful information about Japanese cuisine. Osakana YouTube Channel To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Are rabbits counted as birds because eating meat was taboo in japan? (About the History of Meat “Bans” & the Counter -wa)) | Ichimon Japan 41 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Yuji Haraguchi Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka stops by to discuss what exactly washoku (Japanese cuisine) is and how the term was redefined in an effort to get it registered as Intangible Cultural Heritage under UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). About Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka is Chair of Modern Japan Studies at Leiden University. She is an expert on food history of modern Japan and Korea. Dr. Cwiertka's latest book is titled Branding Japanese Food: From Meibutsu to Washoku (University of Hawaii Press, 2021). Topics Discussed Washoku's (Japanese cuisine) classification as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2013 What exactly Intangible Cultural Heritage is according to UNESCO The application process washoku went through in order to be designated Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO How washoku was defined in the UNESCO application The original UNESCO application for washoku that Dr. Cwiertka found online How the committee behind the UNESCO application for washiku was originally trying to get kaiseki designated as Intangible Cultural Heritage Washoku vs nihon ryōri The meaning and usage of washoku throughout history The both vague and all-encompassing paradoxical nature of washoku's UNESCO characterization Edo era tourism and marketing And much more! Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of Branding Japanese Food: From Meibutsu to Washoku, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will support the show and it won't cost you anything extra. Branding Japanese Food: From Meibutsu to Washoku You can learn more about Dr. Cwiertka and her work via her website. To pick up a copy of Branding Japanese Food: From Meibutsu to Washoku, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will support the show and it won't cost you anything extra. Branding Japanese Food: From Meibutsu to Washoku To learn more about Dr. Cwiertka and her work,visit her website. Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Website To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What should I know about Japan’s Bubble Era? (A Fun Look at Japan’s Infamous Era of Opulence) | Ichimon Japan 39 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Katarzyna Cwiertka Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, journalist Dreux Richard stops by to discuss his new book Every Human Intention: Japan in the New Century. About Dreux Richard Dreux Richard is a writer and journalist. He has written extensively about Japan for publications such as The Japan Times, Metropolis Japan, and The New York Times. Dreux is also the author of a new book based on much of his work in the years following the 2011 earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster. Called Every Human Intention: Japan in the New Century, the book focuses on the experiences of Nigerian immigrants in Japan, the shrinking city of Wakkanai in Hokkaido, and Japan's ongoing struggle with nuclear safety in the decade after the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown. Topics Discussed Who Ian Hideo Levy is Dreux Richard's time studying under Ian Hideo Levy What led to Dreux Richard working for The Japan Times Africans working in Tokyo's red light districts Dreux Richard's time covering the Nigerian community in Japan Some of the factors that led to individuals from Nigeria going to Japan in the '80s Louis Okoye About writing for The Japan Times while on a tourist visa About the city of Wakkanai in Hokkaido and why Dreux Richrd decided to go there Covering the Karafuto breed of dog in Wakkanai Covering the census in Wakkanai Covering population decline in Japan The mayor of Wakkanai's decision to use part of a new building at a JR train station to create a nursing care facility for the elderly How it was that Dreux Richard came to cover nuclear safety issues in Japan Japan's itinerant nuclear industry workers And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of Every Human Intention: Japan in the New Century, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will support the show and it won't cost you anything extra. Every Human Intention: Japan in the New Century You can find more information on Dreux Richard on his website. Dreux Richard Website Here is a link to the Metropolis Japan article about the Karafuto dog breed that Dreux mentioned during this episode. No Tomorrow A beloved Japanese mascot faces unnoticed extinction To watch Ian Hideo Levy's 2010 lecture, click on the link below. The World in Japanese (Ian Hideo Levy, Standford University) To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What first person pronoun should I use when speaking Japanese? | Ichimon Japan 38 Here is a link to episode 33 of Japan Station. Learning Japanese While Legally Blind (Tony Vega) | Japan Station 33 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Dreux Richard Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony answers the question: How did you become so familiar with Japan? About Tony Vega Tony Vega is a writer, editor, and podcaster. He has lived in Japan as both a student and participant of the JET Programme. He possesses an M.A. in Japanese language and linguistics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Tony is the creator of Japankyo.com and he produces both the Japan Station and Ichimon Japan podcasts. Aside from his work on JapanKyo.com, he is the editor in chief of Wasabi magazine and the producer of the Transmissions from Hawaii podcast. Tony enjoys pizza, sushi, burritos, puns, and overanalyzing absurd things. Topics Discussed Learning about Japan and the Japanese language Tips for becoming knowledgeable about Japan and the Japanese language The importance of persistence and patience The importance of staying humble The importance of learning the Japanese language in order to better understand all aspects of Japan Graduate school And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. If you enjoyed this solo episode, then you'll probably enjoy episode 33 of Japan Stationi. Learning Japanese While Legally Blind (Tony Vega) | Japan Station 33 Here are the Japan Station episodes that were mentioned in this episode. The Japanese Intelligence Community & Espionage (Dr. Richard Samuels) | Japan Station 34 Pregnancy & Marriage in Low-Fertility Japan (Dr. Amanda C. Seaman) | Japan Station 48 If you're interested in checking out Lang-8, you can use the link below. Lang-8.com If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: JapanKyo.com Featured image: Courtesy of Romulus Hillsborough/Tuttle Publishing Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we learn about one of Japan's most famous and popular group of samurai: the Shinsengumi. About Romulus Hillsborough Romulus Hillsborough is a researcher, writer and author of multiple books focusing on late Erd-early Meiji Period history. His books include Samurai Revolution: The Dawn of Modern Japan Seen Through the Eyes of Shogun's Last Samurai, Ryoma: Life of a Renaissance Samurai, and The Shogun's Last Samurai Corps: The Bloody Battles and Intrigues of the Shinsengumi. Topics Discussed What the Shinsengumi was What the Shinsengumi did and why they were created The turmoil of the waning days of the Edo Period When the Shinsengumi was active The brutality of the Shinsengumi The strict code of conduct of the Shinsengumi About Kondo Isami How many of the members of the Shinsengumi were not of the samurai/bushi class About Serizawa Kamo and the mystery of his life before his time in the Shinsengumi Stories of Serizawa Kamo's violent nature Historical sources about the Shinsengumi Kan Shimozawa's writings on the Shinsengumi Some of the problems with sources documenting the history of the Shinsengumi The famous Ikedaya Inn incident The somewhat paradoxical nature of the way that the Shinsengumi is remembered today How the Shinsengumi is remembered Romulus Hillsborough's first trip to Japan in 1978 How Romulus Hillsborough became interested in writing historical nonfiction about Sakamoto Ryoma and the Shinsengumi And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of The Shogun's Last Samurai Corps: The Bloody Battles and Intrigues of the Shinsengumi, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will support JapanKyo.com and it won't cost you anything extra. Samurai Revolution: The Dawn of Modern Japan Seen Through the Eyes of the Shogun's Last Samurai For more information on Romulus Hillsborough and his work, visit his website. Romulus Hillsborough Website To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Do you have any funny or embarrassing Japanese mistake stories? (Part 2) | Ichimon Japan 37 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Romulus Hillsborough/Tuttle Publishing Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony talks to Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith about Japanese erotic comics (eromanga) and related issues such as censorship and Japanese obscenity laws. About Patrick W. Galbraith Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith is a lecturer at Senshu University in Tokyo. He is one of the world's leading experts on the topic of Akihabara and the related subcultures that are often associated with this famous district of Tokyo. Galbraith is the author of man y books and articles, including Tokyo Realtime (2010), The Otaku Encyclopedia: An Insider's Guide to the Subculture of Cool Japan (2014), The Moe Manifesto: An Insider's Look at the Worlds of Manga, Anime, and Gaming (2017), and others. His most recent solo book, published by Duke University Press Books in 2019, is Otaku and the Struggle for Imagination in Japan. Topics Discussed What obscenity is in the eyes of Japanese law The masking of genitals in Japanese media such as anime and manga The push and pull cycle between creators and efforts to censor depictions of genitals The case of the Japanese artist Rokudenashiko Manga artists using creative techniques such as sound effects to imply sexual situations The link between censorship and things like tentacle hentai How mainstream manga and anime influences the world of erotic manga and vice versa The influence of major manga creators like Osamu Tezuka, Hayao Miyazaki, and Rumiko Takahashi on erotic manga How Naoki Yamamoto was influenced by Hayao Miyazaki's work on Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind How Urusei Yatsura helped establish a trope that would come to be popular in erotic manga/anime The world of dōjinshi (independent fan made comics) How independent fan comics help push the popularity of mainstream anime/manga properties The way some manga creators go back and forth between the world of erotic and mainstream manga The erotic imagery of Food Wars/Shokugeki no Soma CLAMP's erotic treatment of Captain Tsubasa How manga creators usually do not interfere with fan comics based on their properties Efforts b the Japanese government throughout the 2010s to limit and further censor erotic manga Japan's Ordinance Regarding the Healthy Development of Youths Japan's decision to not ban illustrations depicting underage characters in sexual situations in 2014 despite pressure from other countries Incorrect stereotypes about erotic manga creators and readers The diversity that exists among readers and creators of erotic manga Australia's decision to ban certain types of manga Who Kaoru Nagayama is Concerns over international laws regarding erotic manga And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of Erotic Comics in Japan: An Introduction to Eromanga, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will support JapanKyo.com and it won't cost you anything extra. Erotic Comics in Japan: An Introduction to Eromanga To listen to Dr. Galbraith's previous appearances on Japan Station, use the links below. Japan Station 30: Understanding “Otaku” and Akihabara w. Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith Understanding Idols and the Success of AKB48 (Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith) | Japan Station 38 To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Why did samurai have such weird haircuts? (All About Topknots/Chommage) | Ichimon Japan 34 You can support the show by picking up a t-shirt from KimitoDesigns.com. The latest shirt design was inspired by episode 36 of the Ichimon Japan podcast which was all about samurai topknots. MAGE: The Excellent Hairstyle of the Samurai Unisex T-Shirt Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Patrick W. Galbraith Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
Our guest today is Ian Chun who is the owner of Japanese online tea shop and community Yunomi.life. The website is not just selling tea but highly inspirational and educational about Japanese tea and the underlying unique Japanese culture. For example, you can meet tea producers on the designated webpage, which tells you each vendor’s detailed history, tea fields and manufacturing philosophy with beautiful images and videos. In this episode, we will discuss how Ian got into Japanese tea, his philosophy of connecting people through tea, benefits of drinking Japanese tea, how to enjoy Japanese tea at home and much, much more!!! Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Japan Eats by becoming a member!Japan Eats is Powered by Simplecast.
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony Vega talks to Kevin O'Shea, host of the Just Japan Podcast, about the unique experience he had in 2020 when he got stuck in Japan due to the coronavirus pandemic. About Kevin O'Shea Kevin O'Shea is a content creator, educator, and longtime resident of Japan. Aside from producing over 200 episodes of the Just Japan Podcast, Kevin is also known for his work on YouTube and various podcasts and blogs. His latest podcast is called the Munzee Maniacs Podcast and is about the mobile game Munzee. Topics Discussed When and why Kevin lived in Kobe Life on Kobe's Port Island Some places to visit in Kobe The nice and convenient aspects of living in Kobe Working at an international school in Japan Working as a teacher in Japan versus working in other countries How many international schools in Asia outside of Japan are offering better salaries and benefits than those in Japan The intangible allure of Japan Living in Beijing and having to deal with air pollution Living and working as a teacher in Shenzhen, China The benefits of lifing and working in rural Japan as opposed to cities Being in China during the start of the COVID19 global pandemic The regulations put in place in China during the beginning of 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic Deciding to leave China and go back to Japan in February of 2020 Arriving in Japan during early 2020 before entry restrictions and quarantines were put into place The challenges Kevin faced when trying to get back to China during the pandemic What Kevin had to go through in order to enroll his kids in school in Osaka Arriving and quarantining in Shenzhen, China during the coronavirus pandemic Dealing with internet trolls Kevin's first podcast: Looks Like Canada Kevin's decision to start the Just Japan Podcast The Making Better Teachers Podcast Kevin's interest in geocaching and the mobile game Munzee What Munzee is The Munzee Maniacs Podcast Kevin's interest in nature photography And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Here's all the social media channels you can find Kevin O'Shea on. Kevin O'Shea on Twitter ShizenWildlife on Instagram BusanKevin on YouTube To listen to the Munzee Maniacs Podcast, look it up on your podcast app of choice or use the links below. Munzee Maniacs Podcast on Apple Podcasts Munzee Maniacs Podcast on Google Podcasts Munzee Maniacs Podcast on Spotify You can find the Just Japan Podcast on just about any podcast platform. If you would like to check it out, you can use the links below. Just Japan Podcast on Apple Podcasts Just Japan Podcast on Google Podcasts Just Japan Podcast on Stitcher JustJapanStuff.com To check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What is the best Japanese name for a bear that isn’t actually a bear? (About Hole Bears, Bag Bears & More) | Ichimon Japan 35 To get your own "tree climbing bag bear" t-shirt, use the link below. T-shirt sales are used to help fund this show and other JapanKyo.com projects. Buy the Tree Climbing Bag Bear t-shirt from KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Kevin O'Shea Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony Vega talks to one of the world's leading scholars on Edo Period Japanese literature: Dr. Robert Campbell. About Dr. Robert Campbell Dr. Robert Campbell is a literary scholar specializing in the literature of Edo era Japan. Since 2017 Dr. Campbell has served as the Director-General of the National Institute of Japanese Literature (NIJL). Aside from his academic work, Dr. Campbell regularly appears on Japanese media and is the host of the NHK World show Face to Face. Topics Discussed How Dr. Campbell's interest in a certain piece of Japanese art led him to begin learning Japanese Dr. Campbell's time as an undergraduate and what he studied Discovering The Tale of Genji The first Japanese art class Dr. Campbell took Why Dr. Campbell's university professor told him that he had to study Japanese Studying Japanese in college Studying at the IUC (Inter-University Center for Japanese Language Studies) in Tokyo Meeting artists and writers during Dr. Campbell's first time in Tokyo Dr. Campbell's experiences as a dancer during high school How it was that Dr. Campbell decided to become a specialist in Japanese literature Some of Japanese literature's most notable aspects How Japanese literature was meant to be read aloud for most of its history The practice of voiced reading (ondoku) as opposed to silent reading (mokudoku) Japanese literature's connections to classic Chinese literature Dr. Campbell's experience reading the work of the poet Ihara Saikaku Dr. Campbell's iconic jackets The peaceful and relaxing nature of much of Japanese literature The practical lessons that Japanese literature teaches Dr. Campbell's interest in Japanese famine survival manuals from the 19th century Edo period famine survival strategies and recipes The diversity of topics and themes found within Japanese literature The comical nature of much of Japanese literature Dr. Campbell's recommended books for people wishing to read early modern Japanese literature Looking for and buying old books in Tokyo Book auctions in Japan Tracing the provenence of an old Japanese book through the stamps of its previous owners Japanese literature as a window into the past Working in the Japanese entertainment industry Working with Momoiro Clover Z on the internet show F no Idenshi Getting to be the Director-General of the National Institute of Japanese Literature (NIJL) And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can find Dr. Robert Campbell on Twitter. Robert Campbell on Twitter (@campbelltokyo) For more information about Dr. Campbell, you can visit his website. Robert Campbell Website To read the Wasabi Magazine article that was based on this interview, use the link below. A Journey into Words (October-November 2019) If you would like to watch F no Idenshi--the show that Dr. Campbell worked with the Japanese idol group Momoiro Clover Z--you can find it on YouTube. F no Idenshi YouTube Channel You can find Face to Face--Dr. Campbell's show on NHK World--on the NHK World website. Face to Face on NHK World Here is the list of books that Dr. Campbell recommended for people wishing to get into Edo period Japanese literature. The links are all Amazon affiliate links. If you use them to purchase anything on Amazon it will support the show but it won't cost you anything extra. The Tales of Moon and Rain by Ueda Akinari (Ugetsumonogatari) Dr. Campbell did not mention a specific translation so the link above takes you to the Amazon search results page An Edo Anthology: Literature from Japan’s Mega-City, 1750-185, Edited by Sumie Jones Early Modern Japanese Literature: An Anthology, 1600-1900 (Translations from the Asian Classics), Edited by Haruo Shirane World Within Walls by Donald Keane To listen to the episode of Japan Station featuring Crystal Kay, use the link below. Japan Station 13: Crystal Kay To listen to the Barry Lancet interview (Japan Station episode 18), use the link below. Japan Station 18: How Jim Brodie Came to Be (Barry Lancet) And to listen to the two most recent episodes of Ichimon Japan, use th elinks below. What annoys you about living in Japan? (Part 1: Bookstores, Ice Cream Floats, Repetitive Language, & More) | Ichimon Japan 33 What annoys you about living in Japan? (Part 2: Chinese Names, Short Sleeves, Bears, & More) | Ichimon Japan 34 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Wasabi Magazine Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony has a chat with the owner of a voice that anyone who has ever ridden the Shinkansen (bullet train) will have heard numerous times: voice actor and singer Donna Burke. About Donna Burke Donna Burke is an Australian singer and voice actor based in Japan. Her voice can be heard in numerous high profile projects, including major Japanese commercials and highly successful video games such as Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Donna is also widely known as the person who does the English language announcements for Japan's famous Shinkansen (bullet train). Topics Discussed How Donna uses her "Shinkansen voice" to surprise people in Japan How it was that Donna ended up living in Japan On being a wedding singer in Japan in the mid-90s Making the transition to doing songs for Japanese commercials What it was like producing demo tapes in the '90s and 2000s Donna's experience doing voice work for Shenmue The importance of getting a good recommendation as a voice actor Whether it has become more competitive to be a voice talent in the Japanese game industry in recent years Working on the Metal Gear Solid franchise Dealing with the success and fame that came with working on the Metal Gear Solid franchise "Glassy Sky 2020" Donna's drive to always be working on new projects and creating Working as a lyricist The importance of letting go of one's ego when creating and writing What it has been like working with the Tokyo Philharmonic and performing with orchestras in the U.S. How Donna started selling heat pads via her company Hotteeze Donna's ideas for an ad campaign to promote Hotteeze How freqyently Japan Railways has Donna do new recordings for the Shinkansen And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To stay up to date with all of Donna's projects, make sure to follow her on Twitter. Also, you can find more information about her on her official website. Donna Burke on Twitter (@DB_singer_actor) Donna Burke Website Donna regularly uploads videos to her YouTube channel, so don't forget to check it out. Donna Burke YouTube Channel If you'd like to learn more about Donna's kairo (heat pad) business, then check out the Hotteeze website via the link below. Hotteeze Website If this episode got you curious about what it's like being a fake priest in Japan, then you'r ein luck because there's an episode of Ichimon Japan exactly about that topic. The episode features an interview with a Canadian who has experience working as a fake priest at Japanese weddings. What’s it like being a “fake priest” in Japan? | Ichimon Japan 04 Check out the two latest episodes of Ichimon Japan via the link below. Who got it more wrong: MatPat or Tony? (Revisiting the Curse of Colonel Sanders) | Ichimon Japan 32 What annoys you about living in Japan? (Part 1: Bookstores, Ice Cream Floats, Repetitive Language, & More) | Ichimon Japan 33 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Donna Burke Featured image: Courtesy of Kilara Sen Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
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勝手な音楽番組復活！ どうも、きどにちは。 今回は久しぶりの音楽特集、2020年下半期で寒風澤ライダーが良いなと思った曲を紹介していきます。 こちら前回同様、あくまで寒風澤が今年下半期に良いなと思った曲なので、2020年以外に発売した曲も混ざっています。 そして洋楽は一曲も無いです。なんなら邦楽の中でもだいぶ偏っています。（アニソン多め） というわけで今回もよろしくお願いいたします。 今回勝手にご紹介している楽曲 ・天使の歌が聴こえる/a flood of circle【2020（本編でにせんにじゅうと呼んでますが、本当はにいぜろにいぜろと呼びます）】 ・フロップニク/PEOPLE 1 ・よいまちカンターレ/コーロまちカド(シャミ子･桃･リリス･ミカンCV:小原好美･鬼頭明里･高橋未奈美･高柳知葉) ・アンチテーゼ/夏川椎菜 ・テレキャスタービーボーイ（long ver.）/すりぃ ・ラグトレイン/稲葉雲 ・記憶/イヤホンズ ・恋のうた feat 由崎司/Yunomi ・キミのとなりで/鬼頭明里 おたよりはこちらまで ↓ gakushakidori@gmail.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, standup comedian Kilara Sen stops by to talk about comedy and the various projects About Kilara Sen Kilara Sen (a.k.a. Pink Unicorn) is a bilingual Japanese standup comedian, MC, and content creator. Apart from performing standup comedy in Japan, she has also performed in the United States and Europe, including at the Fringe festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Kilara also regularly releases videos via her YouTube channel Kilaracomedy. Topics Discussed Kilara's experiences giving motivational speeches to high school students in Japan Studying in the U.S. and learning English Comparing Japanese comedy to Western comedy Kilara's experiences in the Japanese comedy industry The moment when Kilara realized that she could be a solo comedian What Kilara has been doing during the coronavirus pandemic Japanese Whisky World, Kilara's YouTube show about whisky Appearing on Paul Hollywood Eats Japan Tracking down and meeting Conan O'Brien during his 2018 visit to Hokuei-chō in Tottori Prefecture And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Follow Kilara Sen on YouTube and social media to keep up to date with all her projects. Kilara Sen on YouTube Kilara Sen on Twitter Kilara Sen on Facebook Kilara Sen on Instagram To watch episodes of Japanese Whisky World, Kilara's show about whisky, check out the link below. Japanese Whisky World A trailer for Paul Hollywood Eats Japan can be found via the link below. Paul Hollywood Eats Japan Check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan via the link below. What is yakitori? (All About Japan’s Famous Chicken Skewers) | Ichimon Japan 31 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Ema Ryan Yamazaki Featured image: Courtesy of Kilara Sen Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
In this episode of the podcast, Xan reviews a unique manga that deals with a scifi romance that focuses on married life in a unique way. How is that possible? Well sit back and find out as he reviews Tonikawa Kawaii/Fly Me to the Moon by Kenjiro Hata. ----more----As our wonderful host discusses this endearing manga, he also speculates on the origins of the female lead, goes over nominees for a new manga award and discusses some sad news in the manga world Hope you enjoy. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #seinenmanga #criminalmanga #kurosagitheblackswindler #kurosagi #TakeshiNatsuhara #podcasthq #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme- Koi no Uta by Yunomi feat. Tsukasa Tsukuyomi (Tonikawa Kawaii OST) WHERE TO FIND US Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/ Our Email Spiraken@gmail.com Xan's Email xan@spiraken.com Our Discord https://tinyurl.com/spiradiscord Our Twitter https://twitter.com/spiraken Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/spiraken Our Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: Is Tsukasa really Kagoya-hime?
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, documentary filmmaker Ema Ryan Yamazaki discusses being inspired by Ichiro Suzuki and her latest documentary Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams. About Ema Ryan Yamazaki Ema Ryan Yamazaki is a documentary filmmaker who has worked on several Japan-related projects. Her most recent feature-length documentary is titled Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams and focuses on the wildly popular National High School Baseball Championship (全国高等学校野球選手権大会, Zenkoku Kōtō Gakkō Yakyū Senshuken), popularly referred to as "Summer Koshien" (夏の甲子園, Natsu no Kōshien). Topics Discussed About growing up in Nishinomiya near Koshien Stadium The #dearICHIRO documentary series Being inspired by Ichiro Suzuki How Ema Ryan Yamazaki became interested in filmaking The success of Ichiro Suzuki and how he captured the imagination and attention of so many people in Japan and the United States Ichiro Suzuki's time playing with the Miami Marlins Deciding to go to university in New York How it was that Ema decided to focus on Japan-related projects How living abroad helped Ema better understand Japan and how it is perceived by people outside of Japan The emotionally riveting and exciting nature of the Koshien summer high school baseball championship How it was that the Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams project began Using the Koshien high school baseball tournament as a way to look back on a hundred years of Japan's history and how Japanese society has changed The challenges Ema faced when producing Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams and how working with NHK helped make the film possible Coach Fumiya Tsuta and his impressive record of victories at Koshien Viewing baseball as a martial art The early history of baseball in Japan How baseball is strongly tied to education in Japan Whether the strict culture found in the world of high school baseball in Japan should be rethought Why Ema decided to have Coach Mizutani of Yokohama Hayato High School be a main focus of Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams The all-consuming nature of work culture in Japan The idea of gaman (perseverence) and whether it is necessary in contemporary Japan The importance of thinking about which rules and societal norms are necessary and which are not Coming to terms with being mixed race/half Japanese in Japan How the coronavirus pandemic affected the release of Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams and the Koshien summer high school baseball championship How it was that Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams got to air on ESPN and in theaters across Japan Getting to reunite with some of the subjects of Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams in 2020 And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To watch Koshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams, use the link below. It will premiere on November 20th, 2020. Watch Koshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams For information on Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams, visit the film's Facebook page. Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams on Facebook For more information on the #dearICHIRO documentary series, visit the link below. #dearICHIRO For more information on Ema's body of work, visit her website via the link below. Ema Ryan Yamazaki Website Check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan via the link below. Do you have any funny or embarrassing Japanese language mistake stories? | Ichimon Japan 30 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Ema Ryan Yamazaki Featured image: Courtesy of Ema Ryan Yamazaki Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
久违的新番节目又何大家见面了！相比上一季度低迷的新番量，这一季可以说是憋久了一下发了不少！所以我们挑了一些我们看了的给大家推荐推荐，剩下的也许会在总结节目补齐哦～（因为发节目前又看了好几部）本期主播：拉帝，小冰青本期背景音乐：水瀬いのり - 快眠! 安眠! スヤリスト生活 高槻かなこ - Anti world Liyuu - カルペ・ディエム (TV Size) 田所あずさ - ヤサシイセカイ 和氣あず未 - イツカノキオク 河瀬茉希 - あのね。 Yunomi,鬼頭明里 - 恋のうた (feat. 由崎司) カノエラナ - 月と星空 Eve - 廻廻奇譚 ALI,AKLO - LOST IN PARADISE マカロニえんぴつ - 生きるをする 椙山浩一,東京都交響楽団 - 序曲XI マカロニえんぴつ - mother 虹ヶ咲学園スクールアイドル同好会 - 虹色Passions! 浪川大輔,小野賢章,梶裕貴 - 上海ハニー (TV Size) はてな - 夢？ (TV Size) Division All Stars - ヒプノシスマイク -Division Rap Battle- ＋Kyle Xian - もっと高く（TV动画《攀岩少女！》OP）（翻自 铃木爱奈） 大西亜玖璃,大空直美,五十嵐裕美 - いかがわしいバイキング 星野源 - 恋
久违的新番节目又何大家见面了！相比上一季度低迷的新番量，这一季可以说是憋久了一下发了不少！所以我们挑了一些我们看了的给大家推荐推荐，剩下的也许会在总结节目补齐哦～（因为发节目前又看了好几部）本期主播：拉帝，小冰青本期背景音乐：水瀬いのり - 快眠! 安眠! スヤリスト生活 高槻かなこ - Anti world Liyuu - カルペ・ディエム (TV Size) 田所あずさ - ヤサシイセカイ 和氣あず未 - イツカノキオク 河瀬茉希 - あのね。 Yunomi,鬼頭明里 - 恋のうた (feat. 由崎司) カノエラナ - 月と星空 Eve - 廻廻奇譚 ALI,AKLO - LOST IN PARADISE マカロニえんぴつ - 生きるをする 椙山浩一,東京都交響楽団 - 序曲XI マカロニえんぴつ - mother 虹ヶ咲学園スクールアイドル同好会 - 虹色Passions! 浪川大輔,小野賢章,梶裕貴 - 上海ハニー (TV Size) はてな - 夢？ (TV Size) Division All Stars - ヒプノシスマイク -Division Rap Battle- ＋Kyle Xian - もっと高く（TV动画《攀岩少女！》OP）（翻自 铃木爱奈） 大西亜玖璃,大空直美,五十嵐裕美 - いかがわしいバイキング 星野源 - 恋
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, manga creator and boxer Kofi Bazzell-Smith (a.k.a. Kofi Manga) stops by to discuss manga, the Japanese language, and the importance of perseverance. About Kofi Manga Kofi Bazzell-Smith is an American manga creator and boxer. He is active on YouTube and Instagram under the name Kofi Manga. Topics Discussed The anime/manga Hajime no Ippo How it was that Kofi started studying Japanese How Kofi checks the Japanese that writes for his manga Lang-8 and HelloTalk The story of how Kofi was able to go to Japan for the first time Working as a video game tester for Deep Silver Volition Studying Japanese in Fukuoka for a month Getting one-on-one manga storytelling classes from a manga artist in Japan The importance of making mistakes when learning a new language How Kofi ended up going to Kansai Gaidai University How Kofi earned money in order to get back to Japan Kofi's quest to study at Kyoto Seika University Kansai Gaidai and its dorms Taking a manga production course at Kansai Gaidai University The time Kofi had his portfolio reviewed by professional manga editors at the Kyoto International Manga Museum The important advice that Kofi received from a Kodansha editor Why Kofi decided to draw a boxing manga Studying under Professor Akira Sasō at Kyoto Seika University Osamu Tezuka's old apartment Tokiwa-sō Getting accepted to participate in the Tokwa-sō Project The importance of perseverence and being a nice person What Kofi is currently working on and future plans And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Check out the links below to keep up with Kofi's work. Kofi Manga YouTube Channel Kofi Manga on Instagram Kofi Manga on Facebook For more information on the United States-Japan Bridging Foundation, the scholarships they offer or to donate, visit their website via the link below. United States-Japan Bridging Foundation Website To learn more about Kansai Gaidai University, visit their website via the link below. Kansai Gaidai University Website Fore more information on Professor Akira Sasō, visit the Wikipedia page below. About Akira Sasō (Wikipedia) To watch Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams, use the link below. It will premiere on November 20th, 2020. Watch Koshien: Japan's Field of Dreams In case you missed it, here is a link for episode 33 of Japan Station. Learning Japanese While Legally Blind (Tony Vega) | Japan Station 33 If you enjoyed this episode of Japan Station, then you'll also probably enjoy the episodes below. Manga Creator Minami Sakai | Japan Station 26 Evangeline Neo of Evacomics | Japan Station 28 Also, don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. What is a kirakira name? | Ichimon Japan 29 If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Remember to use the coupon code OPENING10 when you check out to get 10% off (valid until the end of 2020). Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Zack Davisson Featured image: Courtesy of Kofi Bazzell-Smith Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about the history and layout of Edo with one of the world's foremost experts on the subject: Dr. Timon Screech. About Dr. Timon Screech Dr. Timon Screech is a professor of the history of art at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London. He is a specialist in the art and culture of the Edo period and has written extensively on the subject. His most recent book is titled Tokyo Before Tokyo: Power and Magic in the Shogun's City (Reaktion Books). Topics Discussed The story behind Dr. Screech's latest book Tokyo Before Tokyo: Power and Magic in the Shogun's City of Edo The history of Nihonbashi (日本橋) in Tokyo Nihonbashi as the city center of Edo The possible etymological origin of Nihonbashi What was in and around the original Nihonbashi bridge when it was built Nihonbashi's status as the start of the famous Tokaido highway The mountainous geography of Japan and how it made it challenging to keep the country united Edo era maps, their evolution, and how reliable they were Why certain areas of Edo's maps were often blocked out Early Edo Period maps and how usable they would have been The extensive documentation of urban ephemera of the Edo Period How folding screens intended for the elite would depict areas of Edo that commoners were not supposed to be able to see The amusing story of the peculiar way Emperor Go-Mizunoo is said to have had his portrait paited Portrait drawing customs in Japan versus the West The official name of Edo Castle Why Edo Castle was officially names Chiyoda Castle The location of Edo Castle The Shogunate's decision to not choose Kamakura as their base of power About the destruction of Chiyoda Castle/Edo Castle and reasons for why it was never reconstructed The recently restored paintings of Kyoto's Nijo Castle Edo's 40 meter tall Buddha made of wicker (Kappa Ōbotoke) Dr. Timon Screech's recommendations for temples to visit in Tokyo The story of the Octopus Medicine Buddha at Tako Yakushi Jōjuin Temple in Meguro The Temple of the 500 Arhats in Meguro (Gohyaku Rakanji) The deification of Tokugawa Ieyasu How Tokugawa Ieyasu's body was moved a year after his death Disagreement over where Tokugawa Ieyasu's body is today And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can use the link below to purchase Tokyo Before Tokyo: Power and Magic in the Shogun's City of Edo on Amazon. The link is an Amazon affiliate link so using it will support the show without costing you anything extra. Tokyo Before Tokyo: Power and Magic in the Shogun's City of Edo by Dr. Timon Screech You can use the Amazon affiliate link below to purchase The Shogun's Silver Telescope and the Cargo of the New Year's Gift: God, Art, and Money in the English Quest for Japan, 1600-1625. The Shogun's Silver Telescope and the Cargo of the New Year's Gift: God, Art, and Money in the English Quest for Japan, 1600-1625 by Dr. Timon Screech To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. How do Japanese names work? | Ichimon Japan 28 And here are the two episodes of Japan Station mentioned at the end of this episode. Japan Station 11: Sacred High City, Sacred Low City (Dr. Steven Heine) Japan Station 27: The Bells of Old Tokyo (Anna Sherman) If you would like to check out the Kimito Designs shop, then use the link below. Remember to use the coupon code OPENING10 when you check out to get 10% off (valid until the end of 2020). Visit KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Timon Screech Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Timon Screech Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast two members of the Kyoto-based metal band Cosmic Earth stop by to talk about their new album inspired by the Tokyo Olympics, the Kyoto heavy metal scene, and more. About Cosmic Earth Cosmic Earth is a Kyoto-based doom metal/stoner rock/heavy blues rock band founded by guitarist Takuya Yada in 2017. Cosmic Earth is part of Cosmic Frequency Records and is in the process of writing original music to release an album in the near future. Topics Discussed Takuya Yada's decision to go to England to study English and become a guitarist How Takuya Yada managed to become a guitarist of the heavy metal band Stuka Squadron Joe's connection to music and how he became interested in metal How Takuya Yada and Joe met The formation of Cosmic Earth The story behind Takuya Yada's heavy metal album inspired by the Tokyo Olympics: Stonolympic Some of the concepts and themes explored in Stonolympic Rock Bar Crunch in Kyoto And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To support the Stonolympic album Kickstarter campaign, check out the link below. Production of Tokyo olympic metal compilation 'Stonolympic'. For more information on Takuya Yada's many projects, visit the Cosmic Frequency Records website. CosmicFrequencyRecords.com You can find Takuya Yada's solo album 7 Fragments of the Unconscious on both the Cosmic Frequency Records website and Bancamp (link below). Takuya Yada on Bandcamp You can follow Takuya Yada and Cosmic Frequency Records on social media. Takuya Yada on Twitter Cosmic Frequency Records on Facebook The name of the heavy metal/hard rock bar in Kyoto that was mentioned during this episode is Rock Bar Crunch. You can find their website here. The address for Rock Bar Crunch can be found below. Rock Bar Crunch Address138 Universe Kaikan (Yunibāsu Kaikan), Tominagacho, Higashiyama WardKyoto, 〒605-0078 For more information on BlueEyes Kyoto, you can visit their Facebook page. The address for BlueEyes Kyoto can be found below. BlueEyes Kyoto Address 93 Kyoto Wasō Bldg. B1F (京都和装ビル), Goboomiyacho, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto, 〒600-8385 To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, check out the link below. How do Japanese names work? | Ichimon Japan 28 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Zack Davisson Featured image: Courtesy of Takuya Yada Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about creepy apartments and Japanese ghosts with Japanese folklore expert, writer, and translator Zack Davisson. About Zack Davisson Zack Davisson is an award-winning translator, writer, and lecturer whose work focuses primarily on Japanese folklore. Davisson has written extensively about yōkai and Japanese ghosts (yūrei), as well as translated the works of renowned Japanese writers and manga artists such as Shigeru Mizuki and Satoshi Kon. Topics Discussed Zack Davisson's time living at Kishigami Bunka in an apartment that was thought to be haunted The process you typically go through when trying to find an apartment in Japan What reikin is How Zack Davisson became interested in folklore and the supernatural Japan's relationship with the supernatural What Obon is and its connection to ghosts/spirits Zack Davisson's advice for those studying Japanese What reikan is What a yurei is Documenting yokai in early modern Japan Differing views on whether yūrei are a type of yōkai The English term "ghost" and how its meaning has changed The Japanese drama Yōkai Sharehouse (Yōkai Sheahausu) The characteristics that make yūrei distinct from other ghosts/sporits The historical origins of the visual characteristics of yūrei Maruyama Okyo's influential depiction of yūrei Kabuki's connection to and influence over the popular conception of what a yūrei looks like Unfulfilled desire as the fuel and reason for existence of a yurei The peace and prosperity of the Edo Period The boom in ghost stories during the Edo Period Cursed productions The updated edition of Yurei: The Japanese Ghost Recent projects that Zack Davisson has been working on Shigeru Mizuki's adaptation of Tono Monogatari by Yangagida Kunio The Amabie and its rise to prominence during the coronavirus pandemic And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can use the link below to purchase Yurei: The Japanese Ghost on Amazon. The link is an Amazon affiliate link so using it will support the show without costing you anything extra. Yurei: The Japanese Ghost by Zack Davisson (2.d Edition) Follow Zack Davisson on Twitter. @ZackDavisson Read Zack Davisson's article about Shigeru Mizuki. The Life and Death of Shigeru Mizuki, 1922-2015 If you'd like to check out Kimito Designs, use the link below. Reminder: the 10% discount code is OPENING10 (valid until the end of 2020). KimitoDesigns.com To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What is a tsuchinoko? (All About Japan’s Most Famous Cryptid) | Ichimon Japan 26 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Zack Davisson Featured image: Courtesy of Zack Davisson Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by Stephen Tetsu to discuss the Japanese comedy & entertainment industry, as well as his life as a comedian in the largest talent agency in Japan: Yoshimoto Kōgyō. About Stephen Tetsu Stephen Tetsu is an owarai geinin (comedian) who is part of Yoshimoto Kōgyō, the largest talent agency in Japan. Aside from performing manzai as part of his group Iruka Punch, Stephen has also worked on numerous projects for Yoshimoto, including translation and producing shows. Stephen produces and co-hosts the podcasts Small in Japan and Japanese History Junk Food. Topics Discussed The Netflix documentary What's Manzai?!!! and how Stephen got involved with it How it was that Stephen got into the comedy industry in Japan Stephen's life in comedy school in Japan The difficult life of a "young" comedian in Japan The challenge of finding the right comedy partner The good and bad of being a foreigner in the Japanese comedy industry The 2019 Yoshimoto scandal which involved comedians receiving under-the-table payments for performances they did for organized crime groups What manzai is The evolving nature of manzai How many Japanese comedians have been pushed to start producing content for YouTube due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic Takeshi Kitano's transition from comedian to movie director Comparing Japanese comedians to Western comedians What Stephen has enjoyed about being a comedian in Japan The frustration that comes with playing the stereotypical dumb foreigner character And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To listen to the Small in Japan podcast use the links below or look it up on your podcast app of choice. Small in Japan on Apple Podcasts Small in Japan on Google Podcasts Small in Japan on Libsyn To listen to the Japanese History Junk Food podcast use the links below or look it up on your podcast app of choice. Japanese History Junk Food on Apple Podcasts Japanese History Junk Food on Google Podcasts Japanese History Junk Food on Libsyn Check out Stephen's blog via the link below. Stephen Tetsu Blog Follow Stephen Tetsu on Twitter. @STEPHEN_TETSU To read Stephen's article about manzai, check out the link below. So What the Heck Is Manzai Anyways? To learn more about the massive yamieigyō scandal that rocked Yoshimoto in 2019, you may want to check out the article below. Five things to know about the scandal enveloping top Japanese comedy agency Yoshimoto Kogyo To listen to episode two of Japan Station, use the link below. How To Become A Comedian in Japan (Ann Lethin) | Japan Station 02 To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Why does to “nyan nyan” mean “to have sex” in Japanese? (Japanese Cat Idioms) | Ichimon Japan 25 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Stephen Tetsu Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're exploring beliefs and traditions surrounding pregnancy in Japan, as well as how ideas about marriage have evolved in Japan since the Edo period. We also take a detour into the world of NES era game localization. About Dr. Amanda C. Seaman Dr. Amanda C. Seaman is a professor of Japanese language and literature and the Associate Chair of the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is the author of Writing Pregnancy in Low-Fertility Japan and Bodies of Evidence. Topics Discussed How Dr. Seaman became interested in researching the ideas and culture surrounding pregnancy in Japan Japanese women's detective fiction Yumi Matsuo's book Balloon Town no Satsujin (Murder in Balloon Town) What a haraobi (bellyband) are used for Shungicu Uchida Negative views/ideas surrounding pregnancy in Japan How Buddhism and Shinto have shaped ideas around pregnancy in Japan Menstruation as kegare Spiritual possession during childbirth and The Tale of Genji Giving birth during the Edo period Why it was preferred to give birth to a smaller baby The changing perspectives on marriage in Japan that emerged int he 1960s Ideas surrounding marriage in the Edo period The role the marriage of Crown Price Akihito played in shaping views on marriage in Japan What women in Japan look for in a marriage partner and how priorities have changed over the last several decades The idea that women should stay silent during childbirth The idea that woemn in Japan should not gain more than 10 kg during their pregnancy The reluctance of Japanese doctors to perform C-sections Midwives in Japan Japan's decreasing birthrate The 1.57 shock Attempts made by the Japanese government to increase Japan's birthrate and get Japanese fathers more involved in child rearing Labor pain as a demonstration of how much a mother is willing to endure for their child The idea that pregnant Japanese women should avoid food of foreign origin Working for Fuji Sankei and localizing NES games Working with Nintendo on scripts for NES games And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. If you would like to purchase Writing Pregnancy in Low-Fertility Japan, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it supports the show. Writing Pregnancy in Low-Fertility Japan As for Devouring Japan, you can purchase it using the Amazon affiliate link below. Devouring Japan: Global Perspectives on Japanese Culinary Identity To listen to the soba noodles episode of Japan Station, use the link below. The Delicious World of Soba Noodles (Dr. Lorie Brau) | Japan Station 36 Use the link below to listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. Does “hai” mean “bye” in Japanese? (The many ways to say “goodbye” in Japanese) | Ichimon Japan 24 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Amanda C. Seaman Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this very special episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by James from ALTInsider.com and The Inside Japan Podcast. James offers some advice for those looking to work in Japan and interviews Tony about his career and time in Japan. About The Inside Japan Podcast The Inside Japan Podcast is the only podcast on the internet telling you the true inside information about what working in Japan is really like, and how you can find your first, or next awesome job in Japan yourself. Interviews with employers, foreigners doing interesting things, and job hunting/hopping strategies are just some of the things we will cover on the weekly show. Topics Discussed James' advice for those looking to go to Japan How the English teacher job market n Japan has become more competitive over the past couple decades The rising requirements for landing a university teaching job in Japan How James got his translation job What to do when you are frustrated with your school about being underutilized Competitive speedrun commentating How Tony got interested in Japan Tony's time on the JET Program The good and bad of Tony's time on JET What it was like working at a school for the blind in Japan Life after JET How doing JapanKyo turned out to help Tony career-wise Teaching Japanese in Florida Tony's advice for those teaching English in Japan About JapanKyo.com and the Japan Station podcast What led to the start of Japan Station Working at Wasabi magazine And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To listen to The Inside Japan Podcast, look it up on your podcast app of choice or use the links below. The Inside Japan Podcast on Apple Podcasts The Inside Japan Podcast on Google Podcasts The Inside Japan Podcast on Stitcher If you want more information on working and teaching in Japan, then make sure to stop by ALTInsider.com. ALTInsider.com You can also find ALTInsider on social media. ALTInsider on Twitter ALTInsider on Facebook ALTInsider on Instagram ALTInsider on YouTube James also does competitive speedrun commentating. If you're interested in checking that out, hit the link below. Thabeast721 vs iiPK | Grand Finals | GSA SMM2 Expert Mode Speedrun League Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of James/ALTInsider.com Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we learn what it's like going to school in Japan to become a seiyū (voice actor). About Reina (麗) Reina is a professional voice actor living in Tokyo. While originally from the U.K., Reina went to Japan with then intent of becoming a seiyū (voice actor). Her quest to enter the voice acting industry in Japan led her to attend a two year voice acting school in Tokyo. Since graduating Reina has done both voice acting and stage acting in Japan. Currently, Reina is working on a project called Anigorin. The aim of Anigorin is to create an original anime short in order to promote cross-cultural understanding and offer unique working experiences to creatives from both Japan and abroad. Topics Discussed What "Jiko PR" is What the audition process in the Japanese voice acting industry is like How Fist of the North Star blew Reina's mind (figuratively) and helped spark her interest in anime The problem with copying the language heard in anime when trying to learn Japanese What is taught and what classes are offered at a Japanese voice acting school Performing voice acting live What kind of works/materials are used in Japanese voice acting school The importance of understanding the subleties of kanji when reviewing a script for a performance Mastering Japanese pitch ccent and intonation Over the top stereotypical depictions of foreigners speaking Japanese in anime What bidakuon (鼻濁音) is What Anigorin is What the Anigorin project hopes to achieve The challenges of the Anigorin project The importance of nakama and believing in each other Making it through the coronavirus pandemic And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. For more information on Reina or Anigorin, make sure to check out the links below. Reina Website Reina on Facebook Reina on Twitter Reina on Instagram Anigorin Website (Coming Soon as of 9/1/20) Anigorin on Instagram Anigorin on Twitter Anigorin on Facebook To read the Japan Times article about Reina that was mentioned at the beginning of the interview, check out the link below. Londoner finds her voice on the Tokyo stage To see some of the work Reina has done, check out the link below. Reina Playlist on YouTube Reina attended the Tokyo School of Anime. For more information on this school, check out the link below. FYI: it dppears that the school has changed its name to Tokyo College of Anime. Tokyo College of Anime To check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, check out the link below. Why are school rules in Japan so strict? (All About Kōsoku) | Ichimon Japan 23 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Reina Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, stand-up comedian Shuhei "Shoe" Murakami stops by to talk about how he went from almost dropping out of high school to performing stand-up comedy in English in Canada and the U.S. About Shuhei "Shoe" Murakami Shuhei "Shoe" Murakami is a stand-up comedian and actor from Tokyo. Currently Murakami is based in Toronto, Canada but he has also performed stand-up comedy in New York and Japan. Topics Discussed How Shoe struggled academically in high school How listening to and performing English-language music by bands like the Beatles helped Shoee learn English Studying English literature in a Japanese university Traveling in Southeast Asia after graduating from college How Shoe lost all his money due to a blackjack scam in Cambodia How Shoe made a life for himself in Cambodia after getting scammed out of his money Managing Sharky Bar in Cambodia and learning how to deal with the clientele The challenges of running a bar in Cambodia as a young Japanese man Starting his own bar The difficulties Shoe faced when trying to find a job in Japan How Shoe discovered stand-up comedy while in Japan Why Shoe decided to move to Canada Shoe's realization that he needed to become more comfortable on stage Performing stand-up comedy in Canada and New York Getting work as an actor in Canada Getting to perform on the Asian Comedy All-Stars show in Toronto And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can find Shuhei "Shoe" Murakami on the following platforms. Standup Comedian Shoe Murakami YouTube Channel Shoe Murakami on Instagram Shoe Murakami on Facebook To learn more about Shoe's time in Cambodia and the scam that resulted in him losing his money, check out the article below. Bad Times to Good (The Cambodia Daily) Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. How do you create fake kanji? (From Ghost Kanji to Kokuji) | Ichimon Japan 22 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Shuhei "Shoe" Murakami Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, localizer and author Matt Alt stops by to discuss the influence Japanese pop culture has had on the world. About Matt Alt Matt Alt is a localizer of Japanese games and manga. Together with Hiroko Yoda he founded the localization company AltJapan and has authored multiple books on Japanese folklore and history. Matt's latest book was published in June of 2020 by Crown and is titled Pure Invention: How Japan's Pop Culture Conquered the World.Pure Invention: How Japan's Pop Culture Conquered the World. Topics Discussed Localization and how the industry has evolved over the past few decades Matt Alt's experience learning Japanese in high school How Matt almost got to meet Osamu Tezuka Anime in the U.S. in the '70s, '80s, and '90s The kawaii aesthetic of Super Mario and other classic video games from Japan Visiting Sony's extensive archives The popularity and influence of Sanrio's Hello Kitty How it was that Matt came to work on his well-known book Yokai Attack! The increasing adoption of the term yokai over the past couple decades Using one's dissatisfaction with translations as motivation to learn Japanese And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can purchase Pure Invention: How Japan's Pop Culture Conquered the World via the Amazon affiliate link below. Pure Invention: How Japan's Pop Culture Conquered the World by Matt Alt If you're interested in any of Matt Alt's other books, please consider using the affiliate links below in order to support Japan Station. Yokai Attack!: The Japanese Monster Survival Guide (Yokai ATTACK! Series) by Matt Alt & Hiroko Yoda Yurei Attack!: The Japanese Ghost Survival Guide (Yokai ATTACK! Series) by Matt Alt & Hiroko Yoda Ninja Attack!: True Tales of Assassins, Samurai, and Outlaws (Yokai ATTACK! Series) by Matt Alt & Hiroko Yoda You can follow Matt Alt on Twitter. @Matt_Alt To learn more about AltJapan, visit their website via the link below. AltJapan Website Here is Matt Alt's Tofugu.com interview article. An Interview with Matt Alt: Translation, Localization, and other Nice Japanese Things To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What’s so scary about the hour of the ox? (About Ushi no Koku Mairi) | Ichimon Japan 21 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Matt Alt Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Sarah Moon teaches us a bit about what it's like being a translator of anime and games. About Sarah Moon Sarah Moon is a professional translator (Japanese to English) who has experience localizing both video games and anime. On YouTube Sarah manages two channels: Sarah Moon and Sarah Loves Food. Her videos on Sarah Moon focus on teaching Japanese, what it's like being a translator, and the Japanese language. On Sarah Loves Food, Sarah focuses on cooking and general food-related content. Topics Discussed The various ways one can translate the word aho The tendency of beginning Japanese learners to think they know more than they actually know Some of the assets and procedures involved in translating anime and games to English Literal translations versus localized translations How translators deal with original terms/words and character names Whether AI might be eliminating the need for anime translators What simulcast anime translation is and how it is done The "high context" nature of the Japanese language Sarah's food focused YouTube channel And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. You can find Sarah Moon on all of the platforms below. Sarah Moon YouTube Channel Sarah Moon on Twitter Sarah Moon on Facebook Sarah Moon's Facebook Group for Aspiring Translators Sarah Moon on Etsy Sarah Loves Food YouTube Channel You can use the link below to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. This episode is focused on the city of Osaka. What are your favorite places to visit in Osaka? | Ichimon Japan 20 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Sarah Moon Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we explore the history of modern Japan with Dr. Christopher Harding. About Dr. Christopher Harding Dr. Christopher Harding is a cultural historian of Japan and India, journalist, and a senior lecturer at the University of Edinburgh. His latest book, published by Tuttle Publishing, was released in June of 2020 and is titled A History of Modern Japan: In Search of a Nation: 1850 to the Present. Dr. Harding is currently working on his next book, The Japanese: A History in Twenty Lives, which is slated to be published in November of 2020 by Penguin Random House. Topics Discussed What "picture brides" are The experiences of picture brides in Hawaii The rabbit craze of 1973 that Japan experienced The popularity of things from the West during the Meiji period The introduction of beef to Japan Meiji era ideas about marrying Westerners Censorship in Japanese movies following World War II The pianist Toshiko Akiyoshi The challenges of writing a book that covers such an extensive period of Japanese history The shifting significance of the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Books that Christopher Harding is currently working on And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. A History of Modern Japan: In Search of a Nation: 1850 to the Present can be purchased using the Amazon affiliate link below. A History of Modern Japan: In Search of a Nation: 1850 to the Presenby Christopher Harding You can find more information on Christopher Harding and his work on his website. Christopher Harding Website You can also follow Christopher Harding on Twitter. Christopher Harding on Twitter If you're interested in checking out some of the work that Christopher Harding has done for BBC Radio, then go to the pages linked below. The first link is for the story that was mentioned in the outro of this episode of Japan Station. It focuses on the prevalence of ghost stories after the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. The second link is for a story focusing on the misconceptions that many in the West have about Japan. Both are excellent and totally worth a listen. Supernatural Japan on BBC Radio Misunderstanding Japan on BBC Radio To learn more about the Hawaii Okinawa Center and the bronze statue of Kyuzo Toyama mentioned during this episode, visit the page linked below. Hawaii Okinawa Center Episode 41 of Japan Station featuring the rakugo performer Shinoharu Tatekawa can be accessed via the link below. Rakugo Performer Shinoharu Tatekawa | Japan Station 41 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Penguin Random House. Photo by Mark Allan. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by master rakugo performer Shinoharu Tatekawa. About Shinoharu Tatekawa Shinoharu Tatekawa is a professional rakugo (traditional Japanese comedic storytelling) performer. He apprenticed under the well-known and highly respected rakugo master Shinosuke Tatekawa. In addition to performing rakugo in Japanese, Shinoharu also has extensive experience performing in English both in Japan and internationally. In April of 2020 Shinoharu was promoted to the shinuchi level, which is the top level a rakugo performer can achieve. Shinoharu likes cats, karaage, and kendama. Topics Discussed Shinoharu Tatekawa's promotion to the shinuchi rank What the three ranks of rakugo are How Shinoharu Tatekawa became interested in rakugo Shinoharu Tatekawa's love of sumo and the famous sumo wrestler Chiyonofuji Why Shinoharu Tatekawa became interested in Japanese culture and history during college Why Shinoharu Tatekawa decided to study Chinese history during college Why rakugo masters are so strict on their apprentices How Japanese pronouns are useful storytelling device for rakugo performers A story about McDonald's The first time Shinoharu Tatekawa performed for an audience How Shinoharu Tatekawa's extensive time in the United States may have been a hindrance during his time as a rakugo apprentice And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. For more information on Shinoharu Tatekawa you can visit his website. This is the best place to find information on his shows. Shinoharu Tatekawa Website You can find videos of Shinoharu Tatekawa's performances (both English and Japanese) on his YouTube channel. Shinoharu Tatekawa on YouTube You can find Shinoharu Tatekawa on Twitter. Shinoharu Tatekawa on Twitter Shinoharu Tatekawa's English-language radio show/podcast is called Rakugo: Traditional Style Japanese Comedy and was produced by Tokyo FM. It can be found via the links below or wherever you get your podcasts. Rakugo: Traditional Style Japanese Comedy on Tokyo FM Rakugo: Tradition Style Japamese Comedy on Apple Podcasts Rakugo: Traditional Style Japanese Comedy on Google Podcasts Shinoharu Tatekawa's Japanese-language podcast is called Kyokkai Tōben (曲解答弁). Check it out via the links below. Kyokkai Tōben on Apple Podcasts Kyokkai Tōben on Google Podcasts Use the link below to purchase a ticket to Shinoharu Tatekawa's live stream rakugo show on June 16th, 2020 (8:30 - 9:30 pm JST). This show will be live streamed from a theater in Shinjuku and it will be Shinoharu's first live performance since being promoted to the shinuchi rank. Tickets cost 1,500 yen and the show will be live streamed on Vimeo. Purchase tickets on Peatix To listen to the Japan Station episode featuring rakugo performer Showko Showfukutei, use the link below. Japan Station 05: Rakugo Performer, Ventriloquist & Comedian Showko Showfukutei Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan and learn about why so many Japanese people visit Hawaii. Why do Japanese people love Hawaii so much? | Ichimon Japan 17 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Shinoharu Tatekawa Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, comedian, TV personality, and co-host of the Japan By River Cruise podcast Bobby Judo stops by to chat about the Japanese river cruise industry, iguanas, working Japan's entertainment industry, and more. About Bobby Judo Bobby Judo is a stand-up comedian and TV personality based in Fukuoka Prefecture. Originally from South Florida, Bobby moved to Japan as part of the JET Program to teach English in Saga Prefecture. After building a following through his YouTube channel, Bobby began working in the Japanese entertainment industry. Aside from his regular cooking segment that airs on television in the Kyushu area, Bobby also has experiece acting, doing voice overs, and performing stand up comedy in both Japanese and English. In 2019, Bobby and comedian Ollie Horn launched Japan By River Cruise, a podcast in which they discuss Japanese current events, Japanese river cruises, and engage in soap talk. Topics Discussed The wonder of Japanese river cruises The Japan By River Cruise podcast The origin of the name Bobby Judo The meaning of the Spanish term papichulo The Morikami Museum and Gardens in Delray Beach, FLorida Iguana hunting in South Florida Bobby Judo's decision to go to Japan How Bobby Judo started studying Japanese Life in Saga Prefecture while working as an English teacher as part of the JET Program Working in Japanese restaurants and learning honorific language while on the job How tricky it is to manage politeness levels in the Japanese language Working in the Japanese entertainment industry as a foreigner (foreign tarento) Thoughts on playing the stereotypical gaijin (foreigner) character Addressing problematic usages of the term hāfu (mixed race Japanese) How Bobby Judo started doing stand up comedy The challenges of doing stand up comedy in Japanese Tokyo Roast Battle And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. The Japan By River Cruise podcast can be found on all the major podcast apps. Below is a list of links you can use check it out and subscribe. Japan By River Cruise Website Japan By River Cruise on Apple Podcasts Japan By River Cruise on Google Podcasts Japan By River Cruise on Spotify Japan By River Cruise on Stitcher Follow Bobby Judo on social media. Bobby Judo on Twitter Bobby Judo on Instagram You can also find Bobby Judo on YouTube. Bobby Judo on YouTube For more information on the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, Florida you can visit their website via the link below. Morikami Museum and Gardens If you haven't listened to the episode of Japan Station featuring Ollie Horn (Bobby Judo's co-host on Japan By River Cruise), then you should. Just use the link below. Japan Station 17: Comedian Ollie Horn To listen to the episode of Japan Station featuring Anne Crescini, use the link below. Japan Station 21: Exploring Made in Japan English (Wasei Eigo) w. Anne Crescini To listen to episode 17 of the Ichimon Japan podcast, use the link below. Can sexy things give you anime style nosebleeds? (The Nosebleed Episode) | Ichimon Japan 16 Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Bobby Judo Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, award-winning author Peter Tieryas talks about his alternate history book series, United States of Japan, as well as answers many of the lingering questions at the end of his most recent book, Cyber Shogun Revolution. About Peter Tieryas Peter Tieryas is the award-winning author of the United States of Japan books (United States of Japan, Mecha Samurai Empire, Cyber Shogun Revolution). Inspired by Philip K. Dick's The Man in the High Castle and Japanese popular media such as the Zone of the Enders and Metal Gear series of video games, the United States of Japan books present a dark but super technologically advanced world filled with epic mecha battles, hyper realistic video games, and a version of the United States that was split into two after Imprial Japan and Nazi Germany came out victorious in World War II. The United States of Japan books have been translated into multiple languages, including French, Spanish, and even Japanese. Tieryas is the recipient of two Seiun Awards for the Japanese translations of United States of Japan and Mecha Samurai Empire. Aside from his work as an author, Tieryas has also worked as a technical writer for LucasArts and a character artist for major motion pictures such as Guardians of the Galaxy. And he also really enjoys video games. Topics Discussed Why Peter chose Beniko as the name of one of the main characters of United States of Japan Why Peter decided to reference Punch Out and Hajime no Ippo (Fighting Spirit) through the name of the main character of Mecha Samurai Empire (Makoto Fujimoto/Mac) The symbolism of Akiko Tsukino's dreams Unites States of Japan as a general commentary on militarism Why Peter decided to make Akiko Tsukino of mixed French Korean heritage rather than ethnically Japanese Why technology is so advanced in the United States of Japan universe Why Japan developed mecha in the universe of United States of Japan Peter's writing process for the United State of Japan trilogy Some of the things the mecha that appear in Cyber Shogun Revolution reference How Peter goes about creating mecha The positive reception of the United States of Japan books by fans around the world Winning the Seiun Award Traveling to Japan for the first time to attend the Seiun Award ceremony in 2017 Why Peter decided not to focus on mainland Japan in the United States of Japan books Whether Peter plans to write more books in the United States of Japan series The dark undertones of the United States of Japan series Having Hideo Kojima write a blurb for Mecha Samurai Empire Peter's upcoming novel focusing on what would happen to the world if people stopped dying And a whole lot of spoiler talk regarding Cyber Shogun Revolution (after the outro mousic) And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. All three books in the United States of Japan series are available for purchase now. If you would like to support Japan Station, please use the Amazon Associates links below. United Stes of Japan (Book 1) Mecha Samurai Empire (A United States of Japan Novel Book 2) Cyber Shogun Revolution (A United States of Japan Novel Book 3) If you want to stay up to date with everything Peter is working on, then make sure to follow him on Twitter @TieryasXu You can also check out Peter's YouTube channel. TieryasXu YouTube Channel If you would like to learn more about Peter's first trip to Japan and his experience attending the Seiun Award ceremony, check out the article below. Big in Japan: United States of Japan Author Peter Tieryas Reflects on Traveling East, Winning the Seiun, and What Comes Next Spoiler Talk This episode includes a spoiler-heavy section after the outro sequence in which Peter Tieryas answers questions about characters and story elements that were left out of Cyber Shogun Revolution. Here's a list of some of the main things he discusses in this section. If you have not read the United States of Japan books yet, you should not continue reading or listen to the spoiler section of this episode. Please come back after you have read all three books. Where Mac (Makoto Fujimoto) and Grisalda are during the events of Cyber Shogun Revolution (they are teachers at the Berkeley Military Academy) Some of the things that were left out of the final draft of Cyber Shogun Revolution How Peter considered killing off Mac How Peter tried killing Kujira in a draft of Cyber Shogun Revolution Difficulties trying to figure out how Kujira would react to Akiko's actions in the events of Cyber Shogun Revolution Dreaming about being in Mecha Samurai Empire Kujira's growth as a character The existence of an unreleased novella focusing on Kujira that is titled The United States of Kujira The sequel to United States of Japan that Peter tried to write before he began working on Mecha Samurai Empire Akiko's role in the United States of Japan series Whether Peter has heard from fans regarding the identity of Bloody Mary The thought process that went into writing the ending of Cyber Shogun Revolution The meaning behind Kujira's name Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Peter Tieryas Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by Anthony Joh of Tokyo Podcast. About Anthony Joh Anthony Joh is an entrepreneur, digital marketing consultant, and longtime podcaster. After moving to Thailand about a decade ago Anthony helped start The Bangkok Podcast. He then started the long-running Tokyo Podcast after relocating to Japan. He recently started releasing episodes of Tokyo Podcast again after an extended hiatus. Topics Discussed Some of the most memorable episodes of Tokyo Podcast How and why Anthony decided to start podcasting while living in Thailand What led Anthony to move to Japan What frustrated Anthony about working in Japan Why Anthony decided to move back to Canada Life in Victoria, Canada Why Anthony decided to go back to Japan Anthony's plans for Tokyo Podcast And much more! Note: The conversation on this episode was recorded on April 20, 2020 (JST). Note: The conversation on this episode was recorded on April 20, 2020 (JST) Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get access to extra blog posts and additional input on future content. You'd also receive Tony's eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To listen to Tokyo Podcast, check out the links below Tokyo Podcast Website Tokyo Podcast on Apple Podcasts Tokyo Podcast on Spotify Tokyo Podcast on Stitcher Here are the episodes of Tokyo Podcast that were mentioned during this episode. Photographing the Japanese Yakuza with Anton Kusters How the Shinkansen Rebuilt Japan with Christopher Hood Cycling Across Japan with Sachi Takao From Classical to Bluegrass with Leona Tokutake Why I Left and then Moved Back to Japan Follow Tokyo Podcast on Twitter. Tokyo Podcast on Twitter Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Anthony Joh Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about the fascinating history and culture of soba noodles. About Dr. Lorie Brau Dr. Lorie Brau is an assistant professor at the University of New Mexico where she teaches courses on Japanese literature and culture. Dr. Brau has conducted research on a variety of topics, including rakugo and the history and culture of soba noodles. Her research on soba noodles resulted in Soba, Edo Style: Food, Aesthetics, and Cultural Identity, an article which appeared in the book Devouring Japan: Global Perspectives on Japanese Culinary Identity. Currently, Dr. Brau is working on a book called Gourmanga, which focuses on food manga.. Topics Discussed What soba is Soba's usage as a general word meaning "noodles" What distinguishes soba noodles from udon and ramen What an Edokko is Some of the places soba is closely tied to A brief history of soba noodles Okinawa soba Izuomo soba Nishin soba Soba's emergence as street food during the Edo period Soba's ties to the pleasure quarters of Edo The "proper" way to eat soba noodles Soba's evolution from street food to refined Japanese cuisine What a sobalier (sobarie) is What it was like dining at a members-only soba restaurant in Tokyo Soba's ties to kabuki What iki is Soba's link to the concept of iki Dr. Brau's research on manga centered around food Whether there is a difference between chūka soba and ramen Why the word soba can be used to refer to ramen but not udon And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $2 a month you'll get access to exclusive content and our eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support Japan Station on Patreon Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Image: Japankyo.com Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're exploring the history of chicken production in Japan and the fascinating world of artisan jidori chicken. About Dr. Benjamin Schrager Dr. Benjamin Schrager is an expert on Japanese food systems and heritage cuisine. He completed his PhD at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2019. His doctoral dissertation--titled Placing Trust: The Political Ecology of Chicken Meat in Japan--focused on the Japanese chicken industry and jidori chicken, with particular emphasis on the Miyazaki Jitokko brand of jidori. Currently, Dr. Schrager is a postdoctoral researcher at Kyoto University's Graduate School of Agriculture. Topics Discussed What broiler chicken is and what Japanese Agricultural Standard (JAS) jidori chicken is Chicken Nanban and its origins The many regulations that the Japanese government has implemented to determine what qulifies as JAS jidori chicken The Onagadaori breed of chicken and its incredibly long tail The Tennen Kinenbutsu (Natural Monument) standard How Miyazaki Jitokko compares in terms of its standards to that of other brands of JAS jidori The problems jidori breeders face A brief overlook of the history of chicken breeding in Japan The connection between samurai and chicken breeding What a Native Heirloom Breed is The industrialization of chicken breeding in Japan The introduction of Western chicken breeds into Japan in the 1960s The phenomenon of regional cuisines and specialties in Japan Meeting Emperor Akihito The Crown Prince Akihito Scholarship Chicken sashimi from Miyazaki Health concerns over chicken The experience of talking to Japanese men taking part in a cooking class The difficulty explaining the difference between jidori and broiler chicken to the average person The various meanings of the word jidori Tsukada Nojo Jidori in Hawaii Sumibiyaki chicken And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $2 a month you'll get access to exclusive content and our eternal, profound, and undrying gratitude. Support on Patreon Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Images: Courtesy of Benjamin Schrager. Image shows Benjamin Schrager holding a Natural Monument Jitokko. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're digging into the world of Japanese spycraft and the history of Japan's intelligence community with one of the world's leading experts on the subject: Dr Richard Samuels. About Dr. Richard Samuels Richard Samuels is Ford International Professor of Political Science and director of the Center for International Studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is a highly distinguished scholar whose research has focused on Japanese intelligence and security, Japan's relationship with the U.S. and China, energy-related policies in Japan, and more. His latest book was published in 2019 and is title Special Duty: A History of the Japanese Intelligence Community. Topics Discussed Whether Japan has an equivalent intelligence agency to the CIA The composition of Japan's intelligence agencies The biggest problem Japan's intelligence agencies have had to deal with What stovepipring is How people working in intelligence in Japan were sometimes looked down on in the past How spycraft training in Japan has changed from pre-World War II to today How losing to the U.S. impacted Japan's intelligence capabilities and its focus How 9/11 and Shinzo Abe becoming prime minister in 2012 affected Japan's intelligence community The States Secrets law of 2013 The creation of the National Security Council in 2013 The push and pull in Japan's government between those who want to be closer to China and those who prefer to be closer to the United States Why Japan's intelligence community became known for information leaks The Musashi Kikan The history and importance of the Nakano School Akashi Motojiro Hirō "Hiroo" Onoda and his connection to the Nakano School The early history of Japanese espionage and the so-called tairiku ronin (continental adverturers) Whether Japan has an equivalent to D.A.R.P.A. (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) And much more! Links, Videos, Etc. You can purchase a copy of Special Duty: A History of the Japanese Intelligence Community via the link below. It is an Amazon affiliate link, so using it will support the show and won't cost you anything extra. Special Duty: A History of the Japanese Intelligence Community by Richard Samuels. Follow Dr. Richard Samuels on Twitter via the link below @dicksamuelsMIT Here are a few of some of Dr. Samuel's other books in case you are interested. These are also Amazon affiliate links. "Rich Nation, Strong Army": National Security and the Technological Transformation of Japan Securing Japan: Tokyo's Grand Strategy and the Future of East Asia 3.11: Disaster and Change in Japan If you're interested in the book about the Nakano School that Dr. Samuels mentions, you can get it via the affiliate link below. The Shadow Warriors of the Nakano School: A History of the Imperial Japanese Army's Elite Intelligence School by Stephen Mercado The links below are for the two episodes of the Ichimon Japan podcast that were mentioned during this episode What was it like in Fukushima during the 2011 earthquake? (Part 1) What was it like in Fukushima during the 2011 earthquake? (Part 2) Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews)
On this special solo episode of the Japan Station podcast, I discuss being visually impaired and how my decision to study abroad in Japan helped me realize that I wasn't limited by the loss of my eyesight. About Tony Vega Tony Vega is a writer, editor, and podcaster. He has lived in Japan as both a student and participant of the JET Programme. He possesses an M.A. in Japanese language and linguistics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Tony is the creator of Japankyo.com and he produces both the Japan Station Ichimon Japan podcasts. Tony enjoys pizza, sushi, burritos, puns, and overanalyzing absurd things. Topics Discussed The process of becoming legally blind due to Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) Deciding to study Japanese in college The first time Tony went to Japan Difficulties adjusting to life with low vision Deciding to study abroad at Kansai Gaidai University in Hirakata City, Osaka Tony's decision to study Japanese every single day before leaving to study abroad How studying abroad in Japan made Tony realize that he was capable of much more than he thought he was And much more! Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Images: Courtesy of Susan Spann Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Support Japan Station Aside from subscribing to Japan Station, the next best thing you can do to support the show, is using the Amazon affiliate link below to do your shopping. Best of all, it doesn't cost you anything extra. Use this link to shop on Amazon and support Japan Station
KANAight!!!~Yunomi的电子真的太kawaii啦！！！~せ の预备でも そんなんじゃ ダメ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经もっと もっと为你越陷越深了もっと もっと为你越陷越深了言葉にすれば消えちゃう関係なら如果说出来反而会让我们疏远言葉を消せばいいやって那就干脆不要说出口算了思ってた 恐れてた我也有过这样担忧的想法だけど あれ なんか違うかも可是奇怪 似乎有那里不对吧せんりのみちもいっぽから要知道千里之行始于足下石のようにかたい そんな意志で只要我情比海深志比金坚ちりもつもればやまとなでしこ也能聚沙成塔积小城大和抚子「し」抜きで いや 死ぬ気で只可惜此抚子非彼抚子ふわふわり ふわふわる你让我的心情飘飘あなたが名前を呼ぶ只要你叫我一声それだけで我的心就宙へ浮かぶ飞上了天ふわふわる ふわふわり你让我的心情飘飘あなたが笑っている只要你对我笑笑それだけで我就不禁笑顔になる绽放笑颜神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福でも そんなんじゃ ダメ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经为你もっと もっと越陷越深了そう そんなんじゃ やだ这样下去的话不要啦ねぇ そんなんじゃ まだ这样下去的话不够嘛私のこと 見ててね我要你看着我不许花心ずっと ずっと一直一直私の中のあなたほど相比起我心目中的你来说あなたの中の私の存在は自己在你心目中的位置まだまだ 大きくないことも如今还远远算不上有多重要わかっているけれど我明白今この同じ 瞬間不过此时此刻的瞬间共有している 実感与你一同分享的时间ちりもつもればやまとなでしこ也能聚沙成塔积小城大和抚子略してちりつもやまとなでこ简称聚沙大和千石抚子くらくらり くらくらる你让我的心晕乎乎あなたを見上げたら只要抬头看看你それだけで你的光芒まぶしすぎて那么耀眼くらくらる くらくらり你让我的心晕乎乎あなたを思っている只要心里想到你それだけで我全身都とけてしまう仿佛融化神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福コイスル キセツハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル キモチハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル ヒトミハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル オトメハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点ふわふわり ふわふわる你让我的心情飘飘あなたが名前を呼ぶ只要你叫我一声それだけで我的心就宙へ浮かぶ飞上了天ふわふわる ふわふわり你让我的心情飘飘あなたが笑っている只要你对我笑笑それだけで我就不禁笑顔になる绽放笑颜神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福でも そんなんじゃ だめ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经为你もっと もっと越陷越深了そう そんなんじゃ やだ这样下去的话不要啦ねぇ そんなんじゃ まだ这样下去的话不够嘛私のこと 見ててね我要你看着我不许花心ずっと ずっと一直一直Thanks for listening!Note: This podcast is a favorite music collection of sfat. All tracks in the podcast are uploaded personally and will not involve any commercial activities. If there is any infringement in the song, please inform me immediately! sfat will be removed from stock as soon as it is received!
KANAight!!!~Yunomi的电子真的太kawaii啦！！！~せ の预备でも そんなんじゃ ダメ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经もっと もっと为你越陷越深了もっと もっと为你越陷越深了言葉にすれば消えちゃう関係なら如果说出来反而会让我们疏远言葉を消せばいいやって那就干脆不要说出口算了思ってた 恐れてた我也有过这样担忧的想法だけど あれ なんか違うかも可是奇怪 似乎有那里不对吧せんりのみちもいっぽから要知道千里之行始于足下石のようにかたい そんな意志で只要我情比海深志比金坚ちりもつもればやまとなでしこ也能聚沙成塔积小城大和抚子「し」抜きで いや 死ぬ気で只可惜此抚子非彼抚子ふわふわり ふわふわる你让我的心情飘飘あなたが名前を呼ぶ只要你叫我一声それだけで我的心就宙へ浮かぶ飞上了天ふわふわる ふわふわり你让我的心情飘飘あなたが笑っている只要你对我笑笑それだけで我就不禁笑顔になる绽放笑颜神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福でも そんなんじゃ ダメ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经为你もっと もっと越陷越深了そう そんなんじゃ やだ这样下去的话不要啦ねぇ そんなんじゃ まだ这样下去的话不够嘛私のこと 見ててね我要你看着我不许花心ずっと ずっと一直一直私の中のあなたほど相比起我心目中的你来说あなたの中の私の存在は自己在你心目中的位置まだまだ 大きくないことも如今还远远算不上有多重要わかっているけれど我明白今この同じ 瞬間不过此时此刻的瞬间共有している 実感与你一同分享的时间ちりもつもればやまとなでしこ也能聚沙成塔积小城大和抚子略してちりつもやまとなでこ简称聚沙大和千石抚子くらくらり くらくらる你让我的心晕乎乎あなたを見上げたら只要抬头看看你それだけで你的光芒まぶしすぎて那么耀眼くらくらる くらくらり你让我的心晕乎乎あなたを思っている只要心里想到你それだけで我全身都とけてしまう仿佛融化神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福コイスル キセツハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル キモチハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル ヒトミハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点コイスル オトメハ ヨクバリ サーキュレーション恋爱的季节就是要更贪心一点ふわふわり ふわふわる你让我的心情飘飘あなたが名前を呼ぶ只要你叫我一声それだけで我的心就宙へ浮かぶ飞上了天ふわふわる ふわふわり你让我的心情飘飘あなたが笑っている只要你对我笑笑それだけで我就不禁笑顔になる绽放笑颜神様 ありがとう感谢上天運命のいたずらでも即使这是场命运的恶作剧めぐり逢えたことが能与你相遇在人海しあわせなの我已经无比幸福でも そんなんじゃ だめ这样下去的话不行啦もう そんなんじゃ ほら这样下去的话你看嘛心は進化するよ我的心已经为你もっと もっと越陷越深了そう そんなんじゃ やだ这样下去的话不要啦ねぇ そんなんじゃ まだ这样下去的话不够嘛私のこと 見ててね我要你看着我不许花心ずっと ずっと一直一直Thanks for listening!Note: This podcast is a favorite music collection of sfat. All tracks in the podcast are uploaded personally and will not involve any commercial activities. If there is any infringement in the song, please inform me immediately! sfat will be removed from stock as soon as it is received!
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about ninjas, the judicial system of 16th century Japan, and more with Susan Spann, author of the Hiro Hattori "shinobi mystery" series of books. About Susan Spann Susan Spann is the award-winning author of the Hiro Hattori series of mystery books. The novels follow the adventures of Hiro Hattori, a ninja from the famous Iga clan, and Father Mateo Avila da Silva, a Portuguese Jesuit priest, as they travel through 16th century Japan solving murders and avoiding danger. Though originally from the U.S., Spann now lives in Japan. She practices traditional Japanese calligraphy and used to raise seahorses. Topics Discussed How Susan Spann got the idea to write books about a ninja detective What Susan Spann likes about writing the Hiro Hattori books The evolving relationship between Hiro Hattori and Father Mateo The judicial system of 16th century Japan The social caste system of 16th century Japan The different types of police seen in 16th century Japan The difference between a yoriki and dōshin Whether there were lawyers in 1500s Japan Jails in 16th century Japan Oda Nobunaga and when he will appear in the Hiro Hattori books Where actors stood in the social hierarchy of 16th century Japan How difficult it is to verify information about ninja Whether shuriken were mainly used as "throwing stars" or not The city of Iga in Mie Prfecture Susan Spann's experience climbing 100 mountains in one year and her upcoming book Climb Places in Japan Susan Spann would like to visit in Japan The challenges of raising seahorses Why male seahorses can seem to be shier than female seahorses And much more! Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Images: Courtesy of Susan Spann Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Check out Ichimon Japan The two latest episodes of the Ichimon Japan podcast can be accessed via the links below. Why do Japanese train stations do that? | Ichimon Japan 03 What’s it like being a “fake priest” in Japan? | Ichimon Japan 04
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're exploring the world of the bamboo flute known as the shakuhachi.. About Christopher Yohemei Blasdel Christopher Yohmei Blasdel is a master of the shakuhachi, an educator, and an award-winning author. He began instruction in the instrument in Japan in 1972 and has spent almost 50 years performing, producing music, teaching, and promoting the instrument around the world. Blasdel is the author of the instructional book The Shakuhachi: A Manual for Learning and The Single Tone: A Personal Journey into Shakuhachi Music. The latter of these is an autobiographical account of Blasdel's experiences with the shakuhachi. The Single Tone was originally published in Japanese under the title Shakuhachi Odessei, Ten no iro ni Miserarete and awarded the prestigious Rennyo Award for non-fiction in 2000. Blasdel also possesses a fourth degree black belt in Aikido. Topics Discussed What a shakuhachi is and how it differs from other flutes Why the shakuhachi is so difficult to play The history of the shakuhachi The connection of the shakuhachi to Zen Buddhism The shakuhachi's use as a tool for suizen (blowing meditation) The rise and fall of the Fuke sect of Zen Buddhism Why komusō monks wore hats that covered their faces (tengai) The shakuhachi's emergence as a world instrument Why Blasdel decided to go to Japan How the shakuhachi is taught traditionally The tablature method used to transcribe shakuhachi music The World Shkauhachi Festival Blasdel's relationship with the artist Isamu Noguchi The different types of sounds that one can produce with the shakuhachi And much more! Note: At one point in this episode I say "Japanese internment camps." This is misleading since the camps in question were not established by the Japanese. The term was used in reference to the internment camps the U.S. government established during World War II to detain individuals of Japanese ancestry. The usage of the term "Japanese internment camp" was not intentional and only noticed after the final edit of the episode was made. Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Images: Courtesy of Wasabi magazine Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Check out Ichimon Japan Ichimon Japan on Apple Ichimon Japan on Stitcher Ichimon Japan on Spotify Ichimon Japan at Japankyo.com
01 - Otoboke Beaver “Don't light my fire” from ITEKOMA HITS [BUY] 02 - Dos Monos “In 20XX” from Dos City [BUY] 03 - 兀突骨 “背水之陣” from 背水之陣 (The Final Stand) [BUY] 04 - ninomiya tatsuki “midnight” from laidback [BUY] 05 - Snail's House “[waiting for you, waiting for you.]” from Snö [BUY] 06 - Rayons “It Was You (ft. Predawn)” from The World Left Behind [BUY] 07 - snug murk + affable noise “letter” from holiday morning [FREE] 08 - Native Rapper “My Billiards Bed” from TRIP [BUY] 09 - YUC'e “Datte” from macaron moon [BUY] 10 - Yunomi “ファッション (ft. rinahamu)” from Single [BUY] Notes: Guest Giggysan joins us to talk about Tekkonkinkreet and Strange Circus!! -Tyler Abstract.
Today's show was recorded in Switzerland: Biel to be exact, home of the 51st International Chess Festival — which included a GM tournament won by Shakhriyar Mamedyarov ahead of Magnus Carlsen — and also the birthplace of today's guest, Grandmaster Yannick Pelletier. In chess, he's the Tournament Director in Biel as well as an accomplished player and commentator, but also polyglot and soon-to-be art/design/lifestyle media entrepreneur. Check out his YouTube channel and new magazine project Yunomi. Pelletier has been the Swiss Champion six times, and although he doesn't play more than a few tournaments a year nowadays, he has won three games from Magnus Carlsen, including one after Carlsen became World Champion. Yannick talks about life as a chess professional both before and after having kids, provides a history of the Biel Festival plus gives the 101 on how the Swiss manage to get along so well despite having multiple official languages. Macauley Peterson (Editor in Chief of ChessBase News) guest hosts once again, and he strongly suggests you support Perpetual Chess either via Patreon or using this special link at the ChessBase shop. Perhaps a video series from Yannick himself — he's recorded several and also contributes to ChessBase Magazine!
For the grand finale of This Week in Chiptune, I selected 200 of my favorite chiptune and chip-inspired tracks from a pool of over 7000; my entire collection of singles, albums and compilations that were sourced to create the series. I've included some historic and groundbreaking tracks from the chiptune scene, some of these songs stretch back almost a decade. I've also include tracks by musicians and producers who've taken the chiptune to new heights. There are also some of my personal favorites and mainstay musicians of TWiC. Thank you so much for the last 5 years and two hundred incredible episodes; a special thank you to all my patrons on Patreon for making it possible. The entire catalog is available, thanks to my Patrons ~ http://www.ThisWeekinChiptune.com Pledge and support the TWiC archive ~ http://Patreon.com/djcutman Want to stay up-to-date with new Chiptune releases? Follow your favorite artists on Bandcamp! That's how I find a huge portion of my music for each show. Want to stick with your ol' pal Cutman? Subscribe to TWiC on youtube, where I will continue to post new and exciting chiptune music ~ http://youtube.com/thisweekinchiptune From the bottom of my heart, thank you for listening! I hope you enjoy this final episode of This Week in Chiptune. - - TRACKLIST - - 00:00 - Kplecraft - OPENING,SNAKEMAN STAGE 04:43 - Fighter X - MegaMan II - Flash Man (Fighter X Remix 2010) 07:15 - Hyper Potions - Surf 09:31 - Radlib - March of the Whoompleotides (Bit Shifter vs. Tag Team JOLT COLA MEGAMIXXX) 11:43 - Big Giant Circles - Sevcon (Chipzel Remix) 13:35 - LukHash - EIGHTIES (REMASTER) 15:13 - Bitonal Landscape - Cereal & Screws 18:10 - Trey Frey - Refresh 23:28 - Ultrasyd - Chipsters 25:29 - Ultrasyd - Who Cares 27:56 - Henry Homesweet - Luke's Atari 30:26 - Shirobon - I Need You 32:35 - Shirobon - Born Survivor 35:08 - Shirobon - Super Human 36:56 - Malmen - Ice Blast 39:27 - she - Prismatic 41:21 - she - Come See Me 42:47 - she - kicks 43:39 - she - Easy Action 45:31 - PrototypeRaptor - Instant Replay 47:21 - POPCORNKID! - I Feel Ok 49:23 - Pain Perdu - Duvet 51:32 - meganeko - nano love 53:47 - knife city - that's my jam! 57:27 - James Landino - Gray 59:43 - cTrix - Reach for the Stars 1:02:21 - coda - Hot 1:04:30 - coda - Jam 1:06:28 - coda - Slam 1:08:17 - chipzel - Rhythmortis (Lobby Remix) 1:10:03 - chipzel - Konga Conga Kappa (King Conga Remix) 1:11:36 - chipzel - Disco Descent (1-1 Remix) 1:13:01 - Big Giant Circles - No Party Like a Mojang Party (C-jeff Remix) 1:18:22 - C-jeff - FMriller 1:21:26 - Bomb Boy - Ignition, Set, GO! 1:26:20 - Kubbi - Void Pt 2 (Renovation Mix) 1:28:48 - SMILETRON - OPHELIA 1:32:01 - Arcade High - Kingdom 1:35:55 - Jamatar - Lepus Rising 1:38:29 - Malmen - Polarity Shift 1:42:16 - MisfitChris - Wat DO U Mean 1:43:43 - stinkbug - wanderer 1:46:11 - Jredd & Groovemaster303 - Casino Funk Zone (Groove & Jredd's 2 Player Co-op Remix) 1:49:48 - Yunomi - 大江戸コントローラー (feat. TORIENA) 1:53:08 - chibi-tech - Love is Insecurable 1:55:21 - IAYD - Bury The Ratchet 1:57:02 - IAYD - Too Turnt 1:57:51 - knife city - precious jewel (Sabrepulse remix) 1:59:44 - Sabrepulse - Talkbox Hues 2:00:48 - Sabrepulse - City At Speed 2:01:32 - Sabrepulse - First Crush (Featuring Knife City) 2:02:43 - Bitonal Landscape - Blaster Booster 2:04:32 - Trey Frey - Resolve 2:07:47 - Bossfight - Sonder 2:11:04 - Malmen - Blue Figurine 2:14:55 - Maxo - Sunset BB feat. meesh 2:16:44 - Maxo - Honeybell 2:19:22 - Anamanaguchi - Helix Nebula 2:22:10 - Zantilla - Karen's Korner 2:25:41 - xyce - sourire ft. malmen 2:28:38 - OxygenStar - Left Out 2:30:50 - Moot Booxle - Chomp 2:34:55 - Yoann Turpin - Super Mario Land (Theme) Remix TWiC Episode YouTube Playlist ► https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbVO_LyOxtgQRjtvZB9KEkwMTuG1yKKeW
Anison and Jpop DJ Level 2 Esper joins us for a 3/4-hour mix of new tracks and classic jams. Check this out on Soundcloud! Level 2 Esper: https://soundcloud.com/lvl2esper www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfVllvOvfacGOid-ipsddA twitter.com/Lvl2Esper Tracklist: 1) Hajimaru No Uta - Snail's House 2) Macaron Moon - YUC'e 3)惑星☆Staple☆Stable❤❤❤(・×・) - chan_kotonoha 4)ごーしゅー! - ぷてぃごーきゅー 5)神様の渦 (feat. nicamoq) - Yunomi 6)Rem -Beignet 7)Watermelon - Lulu + Mikeneko Homeless 8)Gemini Tale - YUC'e 9) マジカルスイートケーキ (w/ Yunomi + ボンジュール鈴木) [Nor Remix] - Aiobahn 10) Sleepyhead (James Cover) (Level 2 Esper Weeb Edition) - Passion Pit 11) HNNNARI - BPM15Q 12) Purity - Nagi Nemoto and Mikeneko Homeless 13) Starlight - 東山 奈央 14) Ruby (Snail's House Remix) - Kaivaan ft.Aori 15) ゆめのはじめりんりん (Yandere Edit Remake) - Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 16) Spice/Irony/Alone (EO/Marshmello/Anime Mashup Edit Thing)- Level 2 Esper 17)Welcome to Japari Park (Stripe.P Version) - Doubustsu Biscuits x ppp ~~~ Website: www.ohnoanime.moe YouTube: www.youtube.com/ohnoanime Twitter: www.twitter.com/ohnoanime Facebook: www.facebook.com/ohnoanime Instagram: www.instagram.com/ohnoanimeofficial/ Email: ohnoanime@gmail.com ~~~ Listen to our podcast here: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-no…id991221317?mt=2 Libsyn: ohnoanime.libsyn.com/ Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/oh-no-anime-the-podcast
Did you know that Japan has it’s own organic certification for tea? To shed some light on the subject, I interviewed Ian Chun from Yunomi, a marketplace for Japanese teas. You can learn more about Yunomi on podcast episode 2. … Continue reading →
This time I’m interviewing Ian Chun from Yunomi.us. Since Yunomi.us specializes in Japanese tea, it’s a great match for the blog. Ian was in Japan while I interviewed him, sometimes there’s a slight sound distortion but other than that the … Continue reading →
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