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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.
mail@japanstationpodcast.com

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

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May 14, 2026
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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 Tōno and Hanamaki) | Japan Station 208

By Tony R. Vega
May 7, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about Hanamaki and Tōno, 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

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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 Kodō pilgrimage | Japan Station 204

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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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March 14, 2026
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What is a shijūkata? (Age related Japanese words) | Japan Station 199

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March 7, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about interesting words related to aging and shoulders and a weird ECC commercial. 👉Topics Discussed What …

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Why Akita women are so beautiful (and other info about life in Akita) | Japan Station 198

By Tony R. Vega
March 1, 2026
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about what life in Akita Prefecture is like AND why women from Akita are (supposedly) so …

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