Does “hai” mean “bye” in Japanese? (The many ways to say “goodbye” in Japanese) | Ichimon Japan 24
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Does “hai” mean “bye” in Japanese? Topics Discussed How most people that don’t speak …
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
Working & Teaching in Japan (James from The Inside Japan Podcast) | Japan Station 47
On This Episode of Japan Station On this very special episode of the Japan Station podcast, we’re joined by James from ALTInsider.com and …
How I Became a Voice Actor in Japan (Reina 麗) | Japan Station 46
On This Episode of Japan Station On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we learn what it’s like going to school in Japan …
Why are school rules in Japan so strict? (All About Kōsoku) | Ichimon Japan 23
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: Why are school rules in Japan so strict? Topics Discussed Experiences working at …
The Fascinating Life of Stand-Up Comedian Shuhei “Shoe” Murakami | Japan Station 45
On This Episode of Japan Station On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, stand-up comedian Shuhei “Shoe” Murakami stops by to talk about …
How do you create fake kanji? (From Ghost Kanji to Kokuji) | Ichimon Japan 22
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: How do you create fake kanji? Topics Discussed Kanji radicals The composition of …
From Nintendo to Hello Kitty, Chatting About Japanese Pop Culture w. Matt Alt | Japan Station 44
On This Episode of Japan Station On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, localizer and author Matt Alt stops by to discuss the …
What’s so scary about the hour of the ox? (About Ushi no Koku Mairi) | Ichimon Japan 21
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What’s so scary about the hour of the ox? Topics Discussed All about …
Talking Translation w. Sarah Moon | Japan Station 43
On This Episode of Japan Station On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Sarah Moon teaches us a bit about what it’s like …
What are your favorite places to visit in Osaka? | Ichimon Japan 20
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What are your favorite places to visit in Osaka? Topics Discussed A basic overview …
A History of Modern Japan (Dr. Christopher Harding) | Japan Station 42?
On This Episode of Japan Station On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we explore the history of modern Japan with Dr. …
What is seppuku? (Part 2) | Ichimon Japan 19
Today’s Question On this episode of Ichimon Japan we finish off the discussion on seppuku that we started in episode 18 with two …
