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Hokkaidō 150

UBC Centre for Japanese Research

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Official channel of the "Hokkaidō 150: Settler Colonialism and Indigeneity in Modern Japan and Beyond" workshop. Stay tuned for audio of Hokkaidō 150 workshop proceedings, along with podcasts exploring topics related to Ainu history and culture, and the settler colonization of Hokkaidō.
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Voices in Japan

Voices in Japan

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Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of lif ...
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Krewe of Japan

Japan Society of New Orleans

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Krewe of Japan is a weekly podcast that takes listeners on audio journeys through Japanese culture. With our hosts as your guide, and the help of guest experts, Japanese natives, and ex-pats, understanding Japan is now easier than ever before.
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Outdoor_Neighborhood

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We are outdoor friends in Tokachi, Hokkaido, offering natural and local lifestyle. We have radio program and outdoor event so on. Hope you get interested in our place and come to travel;-)
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Home of Tokyo based nature and wildlife photographer, Capture One Ambassador and X-Rite Colorrati member Martin Bailey. A pioneering podcaster and blogger we share weekly photography inspiration, details of international tours & workshops, and other products and services.
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A bi-weekly podcast for anyone who thinks escaping modern life to live or travel in Japan's legendary snow country is a good idea. Expect stories about life in the snow, mountains and villages, skiing and snowboarding, national parks, buying old houses, fixing old houses, little white trucks, festivals, temples and shrines, artisans, breweries and distilleries, hot springs, food, travel, traditions and myths, old ways and new. Stories told by the people who live here.
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Cameron and Jake are lifelong friends that love video games, movies, and generally all of nerd culture. Very original, right? Jake has recently achieved a dream of his to move to Japan and teach English, so we stay connected by making this podcast! Each episode, we will take a nostalgic look back at the culture that we so love.
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The STOL Collective is a podcast about STOL, backcountry and mountain flying in Europe. But most of all, about the people sharing this passion. Presented by Maxime Compagnon aka vieux_bandit .
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In the Meiji at 150 Podcast, host Tristan Grunow (UBC) interviews specialists of Japanese history, literature, art, and culture. For more, visit: https://Meijiat150.arts.ubc.ca, or see the episode guide at: https://meijiat150.arts.ubc.ca/podcast-episode-guide/.
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The northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido, also has its own brand of yōkai and mythical creatures. Here I talk about seven of them. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Check out her books inc…
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The Tale of Anchin and Kiyohime is an epic story of love, betrayal, and transformation into a serpent dragon, but there are several versions of this classic. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura…
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Grab your bachi and join the Krewe as they sit down with Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), world champion taiko drummer, to explore the sounds of taiko, his personal experiences and approaches to taiko, & his current adventure across the United States performing 1,000 times in all 50 states. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly e…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and other content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Ben and Burke discuss the interesting gadgets (both new and old), Japanese foods, living habits, and even breathing techniques that can be used for enduring the boiling hot summer days in Japan! Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything …
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It's been just about a year since King Baby Duck made the big move to Japan, as he reflects on how he's changed since leaving his Boston roots. However, that's not to say he's gotten used to everything, as a trip to the movies recently showed how hard it is not to laugh in a theater. (Also, what's so hard to realize that donuts are for breakfast?!)…
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Episode of 33 of the podcast takes us into Japan’s highest mountain range and into the beautiful alpine valley of Kamikochi. Part of the wider Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is a 16 kilometre / 10 mile valley which follows the beautiful Azusa River and bookended by two famous mountains – Mount Hotaka and Yakedake. With an average elevation …
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Resort in a Canyon Karuizawa Day 2 Trip Within Nagano Japan LWJ Season 3 Ep 25 TimeStamp for the start of our talk on Karuizawa is 13:30 Follow the link to share your story of Japan or our show for this summer's three-year celebration :). Link available on my story and in the show's resource document :). https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdP…
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The Krewe is joined by journalist & author of Tokyo Vice, Jake Adelstein, to dive into the yakuza. How did these organizations gain prominence in Japanese society, and how have the police & government responded over time to their presence? What behind-the-scenes decisions went into the TV adaptation of Jake's thrilling memoir? Find out all this and…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Burke, Matt, and Ben talk about the current costs of living in Japan. It’s not quite a crisis compared to some countries around the world, but with the Japanese Yen at all time lows, daily costs have decreased considerably against the US dollar. They compar…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and other content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Are these Japan's top 10 cities? Ben, Matt, and Burke discuss Tokyo's bustling districts, Osaka's culinary delights, Hiroshima's historic sites, and many more highlights for these cities that are recommended as tourist favorites! Sponsors:…
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It's a plethora of live shows and anime on this week's episode of Duck Amuck in Japan! King Baby Duck reports on the 25th Anniversary show of TsuShiMaMiRe, and sees both ASAKA and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra live. Speaking of ska, KBD, AFLM, and JonStar share their thoughts on the new album from The Aquabats! Plus, the guys look back at the Spring…
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Episode 32 of the podcast takes us to the north of Japan, into the snow country of Akita Prefecture and onto Oga Peninsula. Jutting out from the Japanese main island and into the Sea of Japan, Oga Peninsula is wild and beautiful, a place of rustic villages and lurking wonders; and it is here, in Oga that we encounter the fearsome ‘Namahage’ – mythi…
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Learning Japanese While Spending Six Weeks In Japan Season 3 Episode 24 Welcome to a very special episode of Lost Without Japan, where we sit down with Toto from Megijima Island Guest House and Cafe Megino as we discuss what services are offered to you, the Lost Without Japan Listener. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bee.sneez/ YouTube: https:…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Burke and Ben talk about some things that are generally unique to Japan, but are slowly spreading across the world, and if not, maybe some countries should adopt some of these great ideas. They include umbrella lockers, automatic taxi doors, transparent toi…
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Discover the intricacies of Japanese chopstick etiquette and lore. Learn about godly chopsticks, taboos that can bring death, and the concept of 'wa' (harmony) in Japanese culture. Avoid social faux pas and deepen your understanding of this seemingly simple yet complex utensil. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a li…
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It's been three weeks since the last Duck Amuck in Japan, so a lot's happened! For starters, JonStar bought a house, and King Baby Duck witnessed a last-minute Ginger Root concert in Shibuya. But it's AFLM that had a heck of a weekend, with him working at FAN EXPO Boston! Hear about what went into getting to the convention, the folks who visited hi…
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In Episode 31 of the podcast we head to Akakura Onsen in Myoko Kogen to speak with design maker Liam Mugavin. Originally for Australia, Liam is the cofounder of A.I.R. Myoko – a ski in, ski out chalet which combines design, gastronomy and other artisanal influences to offer a different type of experience when it comes to ski accommodation in Japan.…
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Good Times Bar Lost Without Japan Season 3 Ep 3 Welcome to a very special episode of Lost Without Japan, where Maurice David and I kick back at Good Times and discuss Japan. Follow the link to share your story of Japan or our show for the three-year celebration this summer :). Link available on my story and in the show's resource document :). https…
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This episode we look at some of the best places to see shrines and temples in Japan. Plus Matt talks about his hike up to Ota Shrine (one of the most dangerous shrines to get to), and Ben looks at a day in the life of a monk. 1. Ise Grand Shrine (Mie) 2. Meiji Shrine (Tokyo) 3. Fushimi Inari Taisha (Kyoto) 4. Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima) 5. Nikko…
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This is one of our favorite episodes ever and it's because you got to be a big part of it!!! This week, we're talking a bit about Japan, but mostly diving into your own thoughts and audio clips! Felt left out?! Message us here: regionunlockedpodcast@gmail.com www.fanlist.com/regionunlocked Music: Intro: A Worthy Struggle by HeatleyBros Land Down Un…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Some purchases you regret, some follow you around for years, and there are those that are filled with memories. Burke and Ben discuss some purchases and souvenirs, from a Reddit discussion, that travelers to Japan were very happy about. Sponsors: MaruMori T…
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The joro spider, a colorful arachnid from Japan, is harmless but tied to folklore about shape-shifting brides who fatally ensnare lovers at waterfalls. [This description contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.] Uncanny Japan is author Thersa Matsuura. Chec…
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