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!
🎤 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!
🎥: 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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#12 | Studying in Japan - Female only school, Exchange universities, & More!
Friday, September 2, 2022 • Duration 42:47
The guys are joined by Julie, dear JT colleague, who shares her story about living in Japan as a full-time student at a female-only school in Japan. Anna later discusses her experience in elementary school in Japan, Davide shares his experience about being an exchange student in Tokyo, and the guys talk about all the customs and fun facts about these very different school experiences!
📱FOLLOW the hosts:
Anna: https://www.instagram.com/pinkos_pitch/
Lucan/
Davidde/
🎥: 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 below:
0:00 Teaser
0:22 Intro
0:48 Start and Guest Intro
3:05 Topic Intro: School in Japan
3:59 Female Only Schools in Japan (Tokyo)
8:04 Japanese language level required to enter Japanese school
10:27 Most memorable experience at female only school in Japan
13:16 English-only schools in Japan (Tokyo)
16:00 Activities and clubs at universities
19:00 Rules about transgender persons applying for female only school in Japan
19:48 Primary school and Junior high school in Japan
23:03 Clothes and Uniforms
28:05 School Festivals
35:40 School Trips
39:21 Homestay experiences and language exchange
41:01 Quote from author Cathy Davidson
42:22 Outro
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#11 | A Japanese perspective on Japan: Dating and Culture Shocks | Japan's Stinkiest Food
Friday, August 26, 2022 • Duration 36:52
The guys are joined by Kota, JT fellow member, to talk about his experience as a Japanese person living in the US, the struggles, the excitement, and some of the main differences between the two cultures, especially when it comes to dating! Stay tuned until the end for a live and intense reaction to Japan's stinkiest food - Kusaya.
🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY/ITUNES: https://anchor.fm/jtandfriends
FOLLOW KOTA SAN: https://www.instagram.com/kotahasegawa/
🎤 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
#10 | Japan's Adoption of Western Culture
Friday, August 19, 2022 • Duration 36:11
Luca is back and he brings a Western vibe to today's episode! The guys catch up and talk about how Western culture has made its way into Japan and how the country adopted it and adapted it for Japanese society, oftentimes ending up with funny results. Stick around until the end for a special taste test of...a $20 Mango!🥭
Anna (Japanese-Australian) and Davide are joined by dear JT colleague Maria (Japanese-German) to talk about what it means being half Japanese in Japan. They talk about their experiences growing up, their transition to-from their home countries, funny social interactions, and more, while feasting on food from their home countries! About Davide...he's got some touchy questions and experiences to share.
🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY/ITUNES: https://anchor.fm/jtandfriends
🎤 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 below!
0:00 Teaser
0:36 Intro
#8 | From New York to Tokyo w/ Loretta aka KEMUSHICHAN
Friday, August 5, 2022 • Duration 37:29
Japan's YouTuber, perky polyglot, and New Yorker Loretta, aka "KemushiChan", joins Anna and Davide to talk about her journey from the Big Apple to Tokyo. The guys discuss some of the experiences shared on previous trips to beautiful Japanese prefectures, touch on the differences between Japanese and Western culture, Japan's relationship with Nakedness, and dive into all things Japan.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japantravelcom/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Japantravelcom
Main Website: https://en.japantravel.com/
Today you're in for a wild ride! Davide and Anna are joined by Sebastian, a fellow JT member who came to discuss all things Japanese Idol Culture - its origins, the values behind it, all the different kinds and styles, and much more!
🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY/ITUNES: https://anchor.fm/jtandfriends
🎤 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
Timestamps below:
0:00 Teaser
0:25 Intro
#6 | Japan's Most BIZZARRE Facts!
Friday, July 22, 2022 • Duration 38:49
In today's episode Davide and Anna are on a mission to explain some of the most bizarre things you will encounter while in Japan, uncovering some of the most popular rumors surrounding the Land of the Rising Sun. Ready to find out??
📱FOLLOW Japan Travel:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japantravelcom/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Japantravelcom
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/
2:00 Episode Topic Intro - Japan's Top 6 Most Bizzarre Things
#5 | The Beauty of Japan w/ Japan Travel's COO
Friday, July 15, 2022 • Duration 34:59
Japan Travel's COO, Geoff Day, joins the guys to talk about the relatable story behind his journey to Japan, why he fell in love with the country and what still makes him want to stick around and share its beauty with the world. Many tips and great experiences are shared on this one!
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