In this episode of Japan 2.O, David and Matt discuss their what they have been up to over the past … More

In this episode of Japan 2.O, David and Matt discuss their recent snowboarding trip to Hakuba. Song of the Show … More

In this episode David and Matt talk about the things that they have got up to during their summer vacation.

In this episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, David and Matt discuss how Japanese companies and brands often create limited … More

Renting apartments/houses Real estate agents in Japan are shady? Finding an apartment after ariving to Japan Neighbors Feeling like an … More

David and Matt visit the bar where you can choose different canned meats to pair with your beer. https://ia601506.us.archive.org/32/items/Japan2.0Mr.Kanzo/Japan%202.0%20-%20Mr.%20Kanzo.mp3 Japan … More

Vacation memories self fulfilling prophecy first trip inaka (countryside) Make friends! Akira and Akagai Bad first trips to Kyoto and … More

Big updates and where we’ve been The future of Japan 2.0 Thyroid update Future episode preview Podcasting schedule until summer … More

Get properly formatted show notes by clicking the blog link below: Quick review of Part 1 Original biopsy Confrontation with … More

Click the WordPress link for nicely properly formatted show notes below: Disclaimer Required health checks Finding the tumor Doctor visits … More

Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum Visit Located near Shin-Kobe Station Traditional materials and tools No nails in Japanese carpentry!? Are most … More

We talk about the defining aspects of Japanese summers Weather and humidity Cicadas! Matsuri Yukata Folding fans “Japan 2.Hacks!” How to … More

When you come to Japan you’ll find that vending machines are everywhere! They are on every corner, in front of … More

It’s been about 6 months since our first camping episode went out and since then, David has caught the camping … More

The aftermath of my first trip to Fuji Rock! Crowds and audience Sound quality Scheduling woes Different stages Toilet situation … More

Before Fuji Rock -“We’re off like a heard of turtles” -Trials and tribulations of the Japanese subway -What took me … More

The Japanese music scene has seen a surge of female rappers in the last few years. From verses on idol … More

In this special episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, Matt is joined by producer/rapper Artem Koker, aka the Wild Factor. … More

New listener made intro -The Wild Factor  “I Dream Japan” -Buy his new album “Wild Days” or contact him at: … More

Japan has changed us in unpredicted ways. Listen to the show to find out how. Fashion High prices New food and expectations Maturing Active lifestyle Not consuming Japanese media in Japan Maxin’ and relaxin’ “Know Your Chain” - Beard Papa Careers Finding what’s next Song of the Show – Enjoy Music Club - “ソング Intro – Unitablist “Tell Me Where You Want to Go” Find Japan 2.0 on: iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/nz/podcast/japan-2.0-japanese-subculture/id1112151338?mt=2 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Japan2point0/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/japan2point0/ Twitter – @Japan2point0 https://japan2point0.wordpress.com/

  In this episode of the Doki Doki Radio show, the Uni-Tablist digs through his collection of Shibuya-kei vinyl to … More

I was walking to Mmm Que Rico (one of my favorite cafes in Nakatsu, Osaka), when I received a message … More

“I live in Japan!” moment Format of “Japanese ideologies through video games” What is Persona? How does Persona embody Japan? … More

It’s Japan 2.0’s Hanami anniversary episode! When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, the J2.0 crew tends to get introspective. … More

In this bonus episode of Japan 2.0, Matt aka the Uni-Tablist put together his second, all-vinyl groove sounds set. Now in stereo!

First impressions of Kyoto Artisan vibe How is Kyoto different from the rest of Kansai? Kyoto, the city that doesn’t … More

Museums and Galleries     – Is Japan a good place for artists? – Small galleries are everywhere – The … More

Movie Theaters in Japan – Spring has arrived – Movie theaters/Cinema – The price of movies in Japan – Different … More

Are random English encounters free English lessons? Encounter 1 – Yugi Encounter 2 – The obachan Ecounter 3 – The … More

The Uni-Tablist is back! This time he’s brought an all vinyl shibuya-kei mix comprised of songs, intros, interludes, and outros … More

 We dig themed cafes, and Japan has a ton of them. Join David and Matt as they discuss the types of … More

Overview of arcades Arcade vs. Game Center Are game centers still prevelant in Japan? Expectation vs. reality *  Note – … More

Japanese Hip-Hop Showcase David and Matt are big fans of Japanese hip-hop so they decided to put a mix together … More

Happy New Year! David and Matt wanted to do something special for the first episode of the new season, so … More

Is Sannomiya, Kobe worth visiting? Listen to this episode to find out! The lay of the land and other notable … More

On this episode of Japan 2.0, we cover a bit of city life in Sapporo as well as winter activities. … More

Western Holidays in Japan Click here to download Western holidays that are celebrated in Japan Halloween Christmas Easter Know Your … More

Dokidoki Talks is the side of the Japan 2.0 podcast where we bring you a more intimate and personal side … More

Dokidoki Talks is the side of the Japan 2.0 podcast where we bring you a more intimate and personal side … More

Doki Doki Radio Live Vol.1: Shibuya Kei In this special episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, David and Matt get … More

What’s so great about Japanese print media? -prizes -paper quality Major bookstore atmospheres Tsutaya vs. Junkudo Analog love Book cover … More

Osaka: Nishinari -Nishinari and Hanozonocho -How we came to learn about Nishinari -The most dangerous neighborhood in Japan? -Ghettos in … More

Learn all about one of Japan’s wildest beaches, and hear about a side of Japan that is rarely talked about … More

Osaka: Shinsaibashi & America-mura -How “American” is America-mura? -Music -Street fashion, funky styles -Bootleg clothing? -Triangle Park -Graffiti -Homeless Punk … More

Our DokiDoki Talks continue with Jon about what he expected to find in Japan before visiting here with little prior … More

Dokidoki Talks is a new side of the Japan 2.0 podcast where we bring you a more intimate and personal … More

On this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt share what they have been up to since the hiatus began before diving into how connivence stores and supermarkets in Japan are becoming automated. We also lament the death of the "bag of shame".

A bonus mini-mix of upbeat Japanese grooves to put a little pep in your step. Brought to you by Japan … More

(links at the bottom) Dotonbori’s Don Quixote’s rollercoaster vs. ferriswheel? Ingress – the foundation for Pokemon Go Delayed start Did … More

Japanese food is famous, but how many Japanese dishes can you name? (Or were you able to name before visiting) … More