Why are these things so expensive in Japan? (Randoseru, Delivery Pizza, Fruit) | Ichimon Japan 63
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why are these things so expensive in Japan? (We’re especially focusing on why randoseru, fruit and …
Podcasts
JapanKyo.com produces multiple podcasts focusing on Japan and the Japanese language. The first of these is an interview podcast called Japan Station. The second podcast is called Ichimon Japan and in it hosts Tony Vega and Ryan ask and do their best to answer questions about Japan, its history, society, pop culture, and language. Both podcasts are released at least once a month and can be found wherever you get your podcasts.
In addition to Japan Station and Ichimon Japan, JapanKyo.com founder Tony Vega also produces another podcast that focuses specifically on the Japanese language. This one is called Japanese Plus Alpha and it is available via the JapanKyo.com Patreon. For more information visit https://japankyo.com/patreon
Localizing Japanese Video Games (Mel Ok of Ace Honyaku) | Japan Station 95
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Japanese to English translator/localizer Mel Ok tells about localizing Japanese video games and how he got …
Japan’s Digital Economy: On Women & Labor in the Digital Age (Dr. Gabriella Lukacs) | Japan Station 94
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Gabriella Lukacs joins us to talk about some early internet history in Japan and the …
Are Japanese…? (Stereotypes About Japan) | Ichimon Japan 62
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Are Japanese…? (Stereotypes About Japan) Topics Discussed Japanese stereotypes Whether Japanese people are shy/quiet Whether Japanese …
Kitano Takeshi, Zatoichi & Japanese Movies (Dr. Jonathan Wroot) | Japan Station 93
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Jonathan Wroot tells us about the movies of Ktano Takeshi, the fascinating history of the …
What is a famiresu? (About Japanese “Family Restaurants”) | Ichimon Japan 61
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What is a famiresu? Topics Discussed What famiresu are The characteristics of famiresu (family restaurants) About …
Banzai Babe Ruth: Discussing Japanese Baseball History w. Robert Fitts | Japan Station 92
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we’re joined by baseball historian and expert on all things Japanese baseball Robert Fits. About Robert …
Backstage with MIYAVI | Japan Station 91
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony talks to guitarist/actor/humanitarian Miyavi. About Miyavi Miyavi is a guitarist, musician, actor and humanitarian. He …
What is “yōshoku”? (About Japanese “Western Food” | Ichimon Japan 60
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What is yōshoku? Topics Discussed What yōshoku is? About Japanese style Western food is What …
Big Hero 6, Anime, Marvel & More: A Chat w. Artist David Nakayama | Japan Station 90
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we’re talking about Big Hero 6, anime, drawing comics, and more with artist David Nakayama. About David …
J-Pop & the Eurobeat Boom: A High NRG Chat w Patrick St. Michel | Japan Station 89
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we’re talking with music journalist Patrick St. Michel. He’ll be telling us about Japanese pop music, …
How do you say trombone in Japanese? (About the World War II Katakana Word “Ban”) | Ichimon Japan 59
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: How do you say “trombone” in Japanese? The main topics for this episode include the many …
