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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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The Past & Future of Earthquakes & Disasters in Japan (Robert D. Eldridge) | Japan Station 138

By Tony R. Vega
November 4, 2024
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On this episod eof Japan Station, Dr. Robert D. Eldridge returns to talk about natural disasters in Japan, his work on Operation Tomodachi during the …

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10 Japanese Abbreviations & Contractions To Know! | Japan Station 137

By Tony R. Vega
October 29, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japanese abbreviations/contractions, give 12 examples and discuss their origins. 👉Topics Discussed About abbreviations and contractions …

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The Shimabara Rebellion, Yokai and More! (Charles Kowalski) | Japan Station 136

By Tony R. Vega
September 29, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the Shimabara Rebellion, yōkai and more with the author of the Simon Grey books, Charles …

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The Etymology of TAMAGO and Other Egg Stuff (Japanese Plus Alpha 01) | Japan Station 135

By Tony R. Vega
September 22, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the etymology of the Japanese word for egg (tamago) and other interesting quirks of this …

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The Tale of Genji Explained (Dr. Lynne Miyake) | Japan Station 134

By Tony R. Vega
September 1, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japan’s most epic story: The Tale of Genji. Dr. Lynne Miyake joins us to explain …

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10 Words Only in Japanese DEBUNKED?! | Japan Station 133

By Tony R. Vega
August 21, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about 10 words that only exist in Japanese and how Japanese may not be as unique …

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

By Tony R. Vega
August 1, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, …

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Japan’s UNBELIEVABLE DOG Pilgrimages | Japan Station 131

By Tony R. Vega
July 21, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about how dogs in Japan used to go on religious pilgrimages (maybe?). 👉Topics Discussed About religious …

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MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130

By Tony R. Vega
July 2, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the Miyajima Challenge: my upcoming walk from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed …

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Osaka ComicCon: Should You Go? | Japan Station 129

By Tony R. Vega
June 21, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Osaka ComicCon. Is worth attending? What should you expect? Listen to find out! 👉Topics Discussed …

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Walking Historical Kyoto with Phillip Jackson | Japan Station 128

By Tony R. Vega
June 1, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, writer and Kyoto expert Phillip Jackson tells about some great walking areas in Japan’s ancient capital city. WARNING: …

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10 Japanese Words I Learned from ANIME | Japan Station 127

By Tony R. Vega
May 21, 2024
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On this episode of Japan Station, we’re talking about Japanese words we learned by watching anime. 👉Topics Discussed How you can use anime, manga …

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