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Japan Travel and Friends

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Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 22

Welcome, Friends! Join us for a chat about all things Japan, hosted by some of Japan Travel’s most passionate travel experts. Recorded directly from our headquarters in Tokyo, our goal is to take you on a journey to experience life in Japan. We offer glimpses of some of the country’s most fascinating cultural aspects, tips on how to make the most of your time here, wild facts, and unique insights on those topics from our different backgrounds. We look forward to sharing all this with you!

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#22 | Exploring and Discovering Shinagawa City in Tokyo!

Friday, January 27, 2023 • Duration 26:27

Shinagawa City is one of Tokyo’s most interesting places to visit. Here, old streets and historical temples and shrines stand encircled by towering high rises.

For the very first time, JT and friends left the podcast studio and embarked on a journey to discover Shinagawa!

Come along on this adventure with us and explore the art, culture, history, local food, and more of this charming ward. We are looking forward to sharing our experiences with you!

Check out this page to find out more about Shinagawa: https://en.japantravel.com/tokyo/shin...

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Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/

Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/

Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/

🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/

🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net

🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

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#21 | Yokai: Mysteries and Scary Stories of Japan

Friday, December 9, 2022 • Duration 34:54

The guys are joined by JT colleague and New Jerseyite Veronica, to talk about scary Japanese stories, urban legends, and all things Japanese demons... Welcome back!

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Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/ 🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net 🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ Please subscribe and turn on all notifications so that you don't miss any of our weekly stories!!

#20 | Fish in Japan: All You Need to Know!

Friday, November 11, 2022 • Duration 30:20

Welcome back, Friends! Today we are joined by Julie, JT fellow member, to talk about...all things fish in Japan! The guys talk about the main dishes, how fish relates to some very old Japanese traditions and the culture, and some really cool facts about the marine world in Japan. Special delicious product revealed at the end - stay tuned!!

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📱FOLLOW the hosts:
Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net
🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

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#19 | Halloween Special - Scary Tales from Japan 🎃👻🧛‍♀️

Friday, October 28, 2022 • Duration 17:10

Special Halloween Episode! Anna and Davide are joined by JT dear member Maria to chat about Halloween in Japan, tell scary old stories from Japan, and give you some tips about how to enjoy the Halloween season in Tokyo!

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Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net
🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

Here are the timestamps:

0:00 Teaser

0:56 Intro

1:32 Today’s Topic: Halloween in Japan! And Scary Tales

2:24 How people celebrate Halloween in Japan

2:43 Shibuya on Halloween

3:24 Halloween Train in Tokyo

4:25 Trick or Treating in Japan

5:02 Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland

5:30 Halloween Parade in Roppongi, Tokyo

5:48 How people dress up in Japan for Halloween

#18 | Culture Shock in Japan w Veronica

Friday, October 21, 2022 • Duration 37:56

The guys are joined by new and friendly JT colleague and New Jerseyite Veronica, to talk about her first impressions upon coming to Japan. You can get used to many aspects of Japanese culture after living in the country for a while, but Veronica today reminded us about how and why Japan is one of the most unique places on earth!

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Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net
🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

Here are the timestamps:

0:00 Teaser
0:50 Intro
1:54 Why Japan is So Unique
2:16 Today’s guest: Veronica!
2:27 When did you come to Japan?
2:58 First impressions about Japan, Culture Shocks 3:26 First day of work in Japan 4:18 Dress code in Japan 5:31 Japan’s love for uniforms 6:02 Veronica’s first Culture Shock in Japan 8:11 How loud is Tokyo, actually 11:02 First movie theatre experience in Japan 12:04 Veronica’s Japanese movie theatre story 13:58 Japan, the quiet country 14:23 Tokyo trains stop for the night 15:27 What to do when you are stuck in the Tokyo at night 16:29 How safe is Japan? 17:18 Culture Shock about Japanese Food 17:46 Baka-size: the huge glass! 18:41 Is Starbucks special in Japan? 19:27 No Hugs in Japan? 20:14 The reason why Japanese people don’t hug 22:30 Veronica’s image of Japan before coming to Japan 23:43 The subcultures of Japan 24:36 Saying “Bless you” in Japan 25:23 Why people don’t say “Bless you” in Japan 28:10 How Japanese react to earthquakes 30:47 Driving in Japan 32:50 How people walk in Japan 34:13 I wish Japan had more ovens! 35:14 Introducing today’s Waka 36:33 Waka Poem by Emperor Meiji 36:56 Thank you & important message ⚠️ Please subscribe and turn on all notifications so that you don't miss any of our weekly stories!!

#17 | The Beauty of Japan's 4 Seasons!

Friday, October 7, 2022 • Duration 50:29

Today the guys discuss the pros and cons of the four season of Japan! Each one offers a lot of beauty and events that are worth experiencing, but some cons may put you off of choosing one instead of the other. If you are planning a trip to Japan but don't know what time of the year to pick to visit, we have you covered on this episode with all the information you need!

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Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net 🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ 00:00 Teaser 00:47 Intro 01:59 Today’s topic! Japan's Four Season 05:17 Autumn in Japan 06:37 Autumn Destinations in Japan 08:20 Autumn Foods in Japan 09:29 Is Autumn a good season to visit Japan? 09:54 Events in Autumn in Japan 14:51 Winter in Japan 15:18 Winter Activities in Japan 15:32 Winter Foods in Japan 16:10 Winter Destinations in Japan 23:37 Spring in Japan 23:54 Spring Activities in Japan 29:46 Spring Foods in Japan 31:07 Spring Destinations in Japan 36:05 Summer in Japan 37:40 Summer Activities in Japan 39:08 Cicada Story 42:28 Summer Foods in Japan 43:37 Summer Destinations in Japan 45:45 Japanese Summer Hacks 48:14 Haiku of the day 48:58 Wrap-up Please subscribe and turn on all notifications so that you don't miss any of our weekly stories!!

#16 | Top Tips for a Trip to Japan!

Friday, September 30, 2022 • Duration 37:26

Looking for the best TIPS to know about while traveling to Japan? Look no further than today's episode! Given how difficult it can be to navigate the uniqueness of the country, the guys discuss what are some of the most important things to keep in mind in order to have the best experience when visiting Japan for the first time. Money, general manners, best time to visit, all you need to know about public toilets, and much more!

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Main Website: https://en.japantravel.com/

📱FOLLOW the hosts:
Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net 🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ Please subscribe and turn on all notifications so that you don't miss any of our weekly stories!!

#15 | Best Photo Spots in Tokyo w/ Lisa

Friday, September 23, 2022 • Duration 38:03

Today Davide and Anna are joined by Lisa, talented Bangkok-based photographer and digital creator with a lot of experience and knowledge about Tokyo's best hangout spots. Lisa and the guys share their most favorite places in Tokyo, and all kinds of tips to enjoy Japan's capital!

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EMAIL LISA FOR COLLABS: ispeakcorner@gmail.com

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Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/
Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/
✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/
🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/
🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net
🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

#14 | 100Yen Goods for Emergencies in Japan

Thursday, September 15, 2022 • Duration 34:46

What can you buy with 100yen in Japan? Quite a lot more than you would think! The guys dive into it and talk about the main stores where you can find such prices and some of the most iconic purchases that you can make with 100yen, including a lot of useful ones in case of emergencies such as natural disasters.

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Main Website: https://en.japantravel.com/

📱FOLLOW the hosts:

Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/

Luca: https://www.instagram.com/luca_traveljapan/

Davide: https://www.instagram.com/dddddavide/

🎥: https://www.instagram.com/zai8izzuddin/

✂️: https://www.instagram.com/jujumolnar/

🎤 Intro and Outro music: https://www.instagram.com/lina.m.u.s.i.c/

🎨 Logo artist: https://ludovicogeronazzoportfolio.portfoliobox.net

🍶Learn about Sake: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFuFtESTC5NNlCVmCOeteQ

Here’s the timestamps below :

0:00 Teaser

0:16 Intro

0:43 Topic Intro - best 100yen purchases

5:57 Main 100yen stores in Japan

#13 | The Japanese Art of Ikebana and Tea Ceremony

Friday, September 9, 2022 • Duration 32:18

Today the guys are joined by Runa, fellow Japanese JT member and expert on Ikebana - the art of flower arrangement - and Tea Ceremony, two of the most respected arts of Japan. Runa takes us on a journey to explore these very old traditions, explaining their meaning and giving actual demonstrations. You're in for a treat!!

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Tea ceremony (Urasenke): http://www.urasenke.or.jp/texte/index.html

Ikebana (Ohara school of Ikebana): https://ikebanahq.org/ikebana-schools/ohara https://www.ohararyu.or.jp/

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