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Japan Station

Discover Japan through conversations with fascinating people.

Every episode host Tony Vega is joined by a guest to talk about all aspects of Japan, including the Japanese language, history, Japanese pop culture, food, anime, manga, movies, music, comedy, the impact of Japanese culture around the world, underground social movements, social issues in Japan, and much more.

Episodes are released on the first of every month. Bonus episodes are regularly released on the fifteenth of the month.

For the full show notes visit www.japanstationpodcast.com.
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Why life in Fukushima is DIFFERENT! | Japan Station 212

By Tony R. Vega
18 minutes ago
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about Fukushima Prefecture! We’re focusing on the geography, cultural quirks, language and food. 👉Topics Discussed About …

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The Virgin Mary inspired him to make a film in Japan | Japan Station 211

By Tony R. Vega
2 weeks ago
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On this episode of Japan Station, filmmaker Cuauhtemoc Velazquez joins us to talk about Apparition, his new short film about a Tokyo izakaya that gets …

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Tokyo is FED UP with tourists dumping their suitcases! How to dispose of your suitcase in Japan | Japan Station 210

By Tony R. Vega
2 weeks ago
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about how there’s been an increase in the number of tourists from overseas who are dumping …

Ichimon Japan, Japan Station, Podcasts, Society & Culture

What’s it like being a “fake priest” in Japan? | Ichimon Japan 04

By Tony R. Vega
3 weeks ago
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This is a rebroadcast of Ichimon Japan episode 04 which originally was released on 2/12/2020. Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we …

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Why fans of the supernatural should visit Iwate (A visit to TĹŤno and Hanamaki) | Japan Station 208

By Tony R. Vega
4 weeks ago
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about Hanamaki and TĹŤno, two cities in Iwate prefecture known for being great places to visit …

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Why life in Iwate is DIFFERENT! | Japan Station 207

By Tony R. Vega
May 1, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about Iwate Prefecture! We’re focusing on the geography, general stats, language and food. 👉Topics Discussed Where …

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What is it like moving in Japan? | Japan Station 206/Ichimon Japan 73

By Tony R. Vega
April 22, 2026
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This ia rebroadcast of epsode 73 of Ichimon Japan originally released on 7/21/23. On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What is it …

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He’s walked 30,000+ km across Japan! | Japan Station 205

By Tony R. Vega
April 21, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re joined by Jake Davies, a resident of Shimane Prefecture who has walked over 30,000 km in Japan. …

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The best way to experience the legendary Kumano KodĹŤ pilgrimage | Japan Station 204

By Tony R. Vega
April 15, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, travel writer Jennifer Bain joins us to talk about one of Japan’s most ancient and famous pilgrimages: the …

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The ORIGINS of “scammy” SAKURA | Japan Station 203

By Tony R. Vega
April 7, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about the origins of the word sakura. No not that sakurai. The other sakura. The scammy kind of sakura. Also …

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Japan’s Breakfast BOOM Explained! | Japan Station 202

By Tony R. Vega
April 1, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about the rise of Japan’s $3.5 billion breakfast industry and why Japan is currently in the …

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Akihabara is DYING? How Ikebukuro Became Japan’s New Otaku Capital | Japan Station 201

By Tony R. Vega
March 21, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re joined by Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith to talk about the current status of Akihabara and the rise …

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