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Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why there’s a DOGE statue in Japan! Here’s why… | Japan Station 119

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Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119

On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Are…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119

On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. Are…

Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com

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“Japan Comfort” in a doggy Doge world

The history of modern life is the Internet, the history of the Internet is memes, the history of memes is Japan -- and a certain Shiba Inu symbolizes…

Matt Alt's Pure Invention

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese folklore with Thersa Matsuura of the Uncanny Japan podcast. 👉Topics Discussed About Japanese folklore About yokai About…

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese folklore with Thersa Matsuura of the Uncanny Japan podcast. 👉Topics Discussed About Japanese folklore About yokai About…

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Why Japanese Folklore MATTERS! | Japan Station 126

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Why life in Aomori is so DIFFERENT | Japan Station 194

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about some of the unique aspects of living in Aomori Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed What it's like living in…

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Why life in Aomori is so DIFFERENT | Japan Station 194

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about some of the unique aspects of living in Aomori Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed What it’s like living in Aomori Prefecture…

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Why "Anime" Should be a Regional Designation | Japan Station 141

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the need for Japan to make the word "anime" a regional designation. The guest is Matt Alt, author of…

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Why “Anime” Should be a Regional Designation | Japan Station 142

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the need for Japan to make the word "anime" a regional designation. The guest is Matt Alt, author of…

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Why "Anime" Should be a Regional Designation | Japan Station 142

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the need for Japan to make the word "anime" a regional designation. The guest is Matt Alt, author of…

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Why are vegetables so insulting in Japanese? | Japan Station 162/Ichimon Japan 14

This episode of Japan Station is a rebroadcast of Ichimon Japan episode 12. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why are vegetables so unsulting in Japanese? On this episode we…

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Why you should visit YAMAGATA! | Japan Station 197

On this episode of Japan Station, Alex Litz of Expedition Japan joins us to talk about tourism in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture and places/events to check out during a…

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Why you should visit YAMAGATA! | Japan Station 197

On this episode of Japan Station, Alex Litz of Expedition Japan joins us to talk about tourism in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture and places/events to check out during a…

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Why "religion" in Japan doesn't make sense (to Westerners): A Talk with Hiroko Yoda | Japan Station 189

On this episode of Japan Station, author Hiroko Yoda joins us to talk about the complexities of religious and spirituality in Japan, a topic she covers in her…

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Akira is Wrong. Here’s Why

One of the greatest anime movies of all time… is wrong? Or is Akira simply overrated trash? Akira is an all time classic movie, a must watch for any…

ProfessorViral

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.…

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The Weak Yen & Rural Japan: Why They Matter | Japan Station 132

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr.…

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More Restaurants in Japan Move to Smartphone Menus. Here’s Why Some Customers Hate It

It's not just old people who are grousing. Even young Japanese say they resent restaurants sucking up their battery life and bandwidth.

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Here’s How to Move to Japan on a Budget in 2024

Ever wonder about how to move to Japan on a budget? In this video, we break down some simple hacks and give you insider tips to do just…

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I Was Harassed in Japan | Japan Station 116

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I Got HARASSED in Japan! | Japan Station 116

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the time I was harassed in Japan.. Topics Discussed Getting harassed in Japan How I dealt with being…

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I Was Harassed in Japan | Japan Station 116

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I Was Harassed in Japan | Japan Station 116

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I Got HARASSED in Japan! | Japan Station 116

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the time I was harassed in Japan.. Topics Discussed Getting harassed in Japan How I dealt with being…

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How a Brit ended up designing FONTS in Japan | Japan Station 176

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about the history of font design in Japan, the history of the Nintendo font and how Daniel Kaihatsu became a…

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Why Is There a Rice Shortage in Japan?

Who is to blame for the rice shortage in Japan? Are foreigners really eating all the rice? Let's examine the real culprit.

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There’s a Party Here in Ranoa!

Mushoku Tensei S2 Ep 14 Review There’s a party here in Ranoa, there’s excitement in the air! People pouring in from near and far, ’cause Sylphie and Rudy, they’re …

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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese. Topics Discussed How AI and translation software are making it unnecessary…

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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

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Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123

On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese. Topics Discussed How AI and translation software are making it unnecessary…

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Why do Japanese train stations do that? | Japan Station 166/Ichimon Japan 03

This episode was originally released as episode 3 of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Today's Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why do Japanese train stations do that?…

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VShojo Might Overtake Hololive In The Upcoming Years: Here’s Why

Looking at their business model, I am reasonably confident they might be able to compete with Hololive and Nijisanji head-to-head one day.

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He SURVIVED a BEAR encounter in Japan! Talking about hiking in Tohoku with GoNorth Japan | Japan Station 172

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking to Quinlan from the GoNorth Japan YouTube channel about surviving a bear encounter in Japan, hiking in the Tohoku area…

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Welcome to Japan Station

Yes, it's true. Japankyo.com will be launching its first ever podcast. This is something that has been in the works for many months but it's finally almost

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Why LIES are RED in Japanese (Japanese idioms that use 赤/red) | Japan Station 178

On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking about Japanese idioms involving the color red (赤, aka, seki). For example, have you ever wondered why lies are red…

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Doge Day 2024: A Full Breakdown! (VIDEO)

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Extreme Weather in Japan (Storm Chaser James Reynolds) | Japan Station 106

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, James Reynolds tells us about documenting extreme weather in Japan and around the world..

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How I Fell in Love with Japan (NEONshe) | Japan Station 114

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk to musician NEONshe about how she fell in love with Japan, how Japan inspired her music, her time in Japan, her…

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How I Fell in Love with Japan (NEONshe) | Japan Station 114

On this episode of Japan Station, I talk to musician NEONshe about how she fell in love with Japan, how Japan inspired her music, her time in Japan, her…

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Extreme Weather in Japan (Storm Chaser James Reynolds) | Japan Station 106

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, James Reynolds tells us about documenting extreme weather in Japan and around the world.. About James Reynolds James Reynolds is…

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10 Reasons You’ll Hate Living in Japan. Really? | Japan Station 75

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How I Fell in Love with Japan (NEONshe) | Japan Station 114

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Extreme Weather in Japan (Storm Chaser James Reynolds) | Japan Station 106

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, James Reynolds tells us about documenting extreme weather in Japan and around the world.. About James Reynolds James Reynolds is…

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10 Reasons You'll Hate Living in Japan. Really? | Japan Station 192

On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: 10 Reasons You'll Hate Living in Japan. Really? Topics Discussed Reasons why you may hate living in Japan No…

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Gohan DIDN’T Say “You retard!” HERE’S WHY! (VIDEO)

In episode 263 of Dragon Ball Z, Gohan insults Super Buu by calling him "usunoro." In the English subtitles of this scene "usunoro" is translated as "You

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Arinsu is DAIMA’s STUPIDEST Character! Here’s Why… (VIDEO)

Dr. Arinsu's plan in Dragon Ball DAIMA was HORRIBLE. In this video I explain why her plan was so bad and what she should have done.

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Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball DAIMA