That Time I Walked to Hiroshima from KYOTO! Tales from the Miyajima Challenge | Japan Station 139
On this episod eof Japan Station, we talk about some of the interesting things I experienced during my latest 400 km walk from Kyoto to …
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.
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The Past & Future of Earthquakes & Disasters in Japan (Robert D. Eldridge) | Japan Station 138
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 …
10 Japanese Abbreviations & Contractions To Know! | Japan Station 137
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 …
The Shimabara Rebellion, Yokai and More! (Charles Kowalski) | Japan Station 136
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the Shimabara Rebellion, yōkai and more with the author of the Simon Grey books, Charles …
The Etymology of TAMAGO and Other Egg Stuff (Japanese Plus Alpha 01) | Japan Station 135
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the etymology of the Japanese word for egg (tamago) and other interesting quirks of this …
The Tale of Genji Explained (Dr. Lynne Miyake) | Japan Station 134
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 …
10 Words Only in Japanese DEBUNKED?! | Japan Station 133
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about 10 words that only exist in Japanese and how Japanese may not be as unique …
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, …
Japan’s UNBELIEVABLE DOG Pilgrimages | Japan Station 131
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about how dogs in Japan used to go on religious pilgrimages (maybe?). 👉Topics Discussed About religious …
MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the Miyajima Challenge: my upcoming walk from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed …
Osaka ComicCon: Should You Go? | Japan Station 129
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Osaka ComicCon. Is worth attending? What should you expect? Listen to find out! 👉Topics Discussed …
Walking Historical Kyoto with Phillip Jackson | Japan Station 128
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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