Speculative fiction writer, long-term resident of Japan and Bram Stoker Award finalist Thersa Matsuura explores all that is weird from old Japan—strange superstitions, folktales, cultural oddities, and interesting language quirks. These are little treasures she digs up while doing research for her writing.
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This is a weekly English podcast about all things Japan! If you want to learn English or about Japanese culture, news life, and other fun things, give us a listen.
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A look into the curious world bridging Japan and the USA.
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Every other week, tune into 8-4 Play for talk about Japan, video games, and Japanese video games, straight from the 8-4 offices in beautiful downtown Tokyo.
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This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.
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Discover Japan through conversations with fascinating people. Every episode host Tony Vega is joined by a guest to talk about all aspects of Japan, including the Japanese language, history, Japanese pop culture, food, anime, manga, movies, music, comedy, the impact of Japanese culture around the world, underground social movements, social issues in Japan, and much more. Episodes are released on the first of every month. Bonus episodes are regularly released on the fifteenth of the month. For ...
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This is the latest news in English from NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. This service is daily updated. For more information, please go to https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/.
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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A history of the people of Japan, from the prehistoric Jomon period to the modern era. WARNING: This podcast occasionally touches on subjects of human sexuality, suicide, violence, and torture.
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Helping you better understand Japan and the Japanese language one question at a time. Every episode Tony and Ryan--two guys with master's degrees in Japanese Language & Linguistics--draw on their experiences in Japan and extensive research in both Japanese and English to shed light on all aspects of Japan. From the many interesting quirks of the Japanese language to obscure Japanese history, as well as busting misconceptions about Japan held by both Japanese peole and Westerners, Tony and Ry ...
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Two guys podcasting about the obscure side of Japan you haven't heard about but probably should.
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Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan is a Japanese history podcast where we will be going through a chronological history of Japan. We will start with prehistory and continue up through the Meiji period. Episodes are released as soon as they are available--working on a monthly release schedule.
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A Bi-Weekly adventure on all things Japan, our lost without moments and so much more.
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Looking beneath the surface of Japan. We talk to Japan Times journalists and guests about current events and trends in Japan.
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Stories of Japan’s Dark History, Unbelievable Folklore, Ghost Stories, and Urban Legends.
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This podcast offers a firsthand exploration of my and other foreigners' experiences living in Japan, providing intimate insights into daily life, cultural nuances, and the unique aspects of Japanese society. Through personal anecdotes and discussions, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of Japanese culture and the enriching journey of adapting to life in Japan.
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A podcast about the craft of comics
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This is the latest news in Spanish from NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. This service is daily updated. For more information, please go to https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/.
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A weekly discussion of the geopolitical implications of current events in the Asia-Pacific, hosted by Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz from The Diplomat, with regular guests.
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Learn Japanese Pod is a podcast to help you speak natural fluent Japanese
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Join writer/Japanophile Josh Furr on a treasure hunt through the "back" of Japan: the underrated and overlooked Hokuriku region, including present day Fukui, Niigata and Toyama prefectures.
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Japan news analysis, AI market trends from Tokyo, odd Japanese products, and rising conflict in the Indo-Pacific region.
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The Japan Business Mastery Show aims to draw back the velvet curtain on what is rerally going on with doing business in Japan. Everything is so different here it can be confusing. This show will take you through all those minefields and position you for success in this market.
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A Japanese teacher talks in Japanese. As a teacher, I try to speak in not too difficult but not too easy Japanese. 日本語を勉強している人のための日本語トーク!日本語教師の友が、難しすぎない簡単すぎない、ちょうどいい日本語で話します。 Any levels of Japanese learners are welcome to this Podcast. Each title has a number from N1 to N5, which shows JLPT level. タイトルのN1〜N5の数字はJLPTのレベルです。 応援はこちらまで↓ https://www.paypal.me/ltjtomo/ 意見、感想、トピックのリクエストetc lets_talk_in_japanese@ruby-s.net https://twitter.com/L_T_I_J https://www.instagram.com/lets_talk_in_Japanese s ...
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The GOT FADED JAPAN podcast opens a tinted window into Japan’s subculture, wild news, hidden peoples, underground parties, and all the other weekly fun, mischief & mayhem!
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Startups and venture capital work differently in Japan and are developing in very different ways. Disrupting Japan introduces you to some of the most important innovator in Japan and explains what it’s really like to be an innovator in a society that prizes conformity.
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Weekly chats between sports reporters John E. Gibson and Jim Allen with other guests on occasion.
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A podcast covering Japanese pop culture, including music, celebrities, video games, dramas, anime, and everything else in between.
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A weekly roundup of the week's biggest — and smallest — national news, crime, politics and entertainment stories from Japan Today with a dash of opinionated commentary and a sprinkling of readers' comments. Ready for you every Friday evening (JST).
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What is Japanese food? Sushi, or ramen, or kaiseki? What about Izakaya? Akiko Katayama, a Japanese native, New York-based food writer and director of the New York Japanese Culinary Academy, tells you all about real Japanese food and food culture. With guests ranging from sake producers with generations of experience to American chefs pushing the envelope of Japanese gastronomy, Japanese cuisine is demystified here!
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This is the latest news in Russian from NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. This service is daily updated. For more information, please go to https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/.
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From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets. Find us at http://www.nippontradings.com
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Slow Japanese is a podcast for beginner and intermediate Japanese learners (A1-B1/B2). As the program name shows, in this podcast, project founder Akari talks about various topics in slow Japanese. Listen to this slow and easy Japanese, and grow your ears into "Japanese ears". Patreon (materials): https://www.patreon.com/mochifika 1-on-1 Lesson: https://mochifika.com Support me: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mochifika
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Adventure, hidden secrets, cultural discovery, as well as how to get to, and enjoy Japan from near or far. A podcast for everyone. Weekly podcast-exclusive topics, as well as going in-depth on topics covered on the Tokyo Lens YouTube Channel (YouTube.com/TokyoLens). !!!WARNING!!! This podcast is a 100% unfiltered, nearly-unedited, ramble-a-thon where we get distracted, go off topic, and just enjoy a great time getting lost in thought together! You've been warned (^_-) Welcome to the Tokyo Le ...
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Japan's Top Business Interviews is the premier business interview podcast for people who want to know more about business in japan. The guests cover a range of industries and organisation sizes, to present a thorough overview of issues with leading in Japan. If you are a leader, especialy someone leading in Japan, then this is the podcast for you.
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Seek Sustainable Japan launched in 2020 to entertain and inspire us all, sparking ideas through discussions about Japanese culture, travel & traditions with insiders and experts across Japan. All of the guests on the show are creating a more sustainable [i.e. better people-planet-profits balance] Japan in some way through their work, projects and way of life.
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Welcome to Unpacking Japan, a podcast that explores the experiences of people living in Japan. Our channel is dedicated to discussing topics related to work and life in Japan as well as cultural differences, language barriers, food and travel. Unpacking Japan is hosted by Tobi who is passionate about Japan and has a first-hand experience of the challenges and joys of living as a foreigner in this beautiful country. Tobi's guests include expats or locals who share their unique perspectives an ...
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Helping business owners in Japan scale their businesses from $100,000 annually to $10,000,000 and beyond. Everything you need to know from recruitment, marketing, sales, and operations, we got you covered in taking your business to the next level. Go to scalingyourcompany.com/the-scaling-japan-podcast and listen to experts and people who have scaled companies in Japan share their journeys and tips.
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This is the latest news in Persian from NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. This service is daily updated. For more information, please go to https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/.
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ON PODCASt 163 DONATE: PAYPAL.ME/JAPANWUT Japan ramps up its defensive shipbuilding, but is China now too far ahead? There’s an AI race for Japan Cancer Treatment and Toilet Predictions, with billions invested from around the world. And why was Klaus Schwab visiting the Japanese Govt on July 1st, 2024? Show Notes SECURITY AND DEFENSE Japan’s MHI La…
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MY NEXT BIG ADVENTURE! The Miyajima Challenge Explained! | Japan Station 130
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On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the Miyajima Challenge: my upcoming walk from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. 👉Topics Discussed About the Miyajima Challenge Why I am walking from Kyoto to Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture About the course of the Miyajima Challenge (Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Okayama, Hiroshima) About raising aware…
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How Japanese Stores Throw Shoppers Out at Closing Time
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We'd simply set off all the sprinklers! If you'd like to say hi - please do! We can't make this show without you. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Moving on with our third part of the Gishiwajinden Tour, we head to the old area of Matsuro, which, for us, means modern Karatsu. Here we have some of the oldest rice paddies in all of Japan, but Karatsu is so much more. It was part of Matsura, where the Matsura family (aka league, factions, or pirates, depending on how you saw it) arose. It is als…
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Vol. 14.20: Zelous Wheeler, Patrick Newman, Power Trax, Shutouts, Roki Rumors, Trade ...
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Yomiuri Giants coach Zelous Wheeler is the guest, we also have a special appearance by NPB Tracker Patrick Newman, hit our Power Trax power rankings segment, field more Roki Sasaki rumors and touch on a trade between the Lions and Giants.
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Episode 73: Market Research in Japan with Robert Purss from McLaren Group
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Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast. In this episode, we are delighted to welcome back Robert Purss for the third time. He is the founder and managing director of McLaren Group, a Tokyo-based bilingual marketing consultancy offering comprehensive services, including marketing strategy, consumer research, and business development…
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Working at a factory in Japan with Janna || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.71
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Meet Janna, a factory machinist and TikToker living in Nagano, who moved to Japan 5 years ago to pay off her family's debts. We sat down with Janna to hear about her experiences as an immigrant laborer, and how her sudden TikTok success has changed her life. Follow Janna: https://www.tiktok.com/@jannajapandiaries https://www.facebook.com/p/Janna-Ja…
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209 Ji Watson, Representative Director CEO MWG Japan and CFO McCann Worldgroup APAC
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Previously Ji was Senior Partner, IBM Worldwide Finance and Operations Director at Ogilvy and Mather Advertising; Director, Brand Strategy Group; Director, Global Agency Coa-Cola; Marketing Manager, Turner Broadcasting. She has an MBA from Emory University – Goizueta Business School and an undergraduate degree in accounting from Oglethorpe Universi…
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June 28, 2024: Poster Pranks, Death on Fuji, Military Miscreant, Hotel Israel and Royal Flush
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Welcome to Japan This Week! Join hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong as they recap the most significant news stories from Japan Today for the week of June 28, 2024. This episode covers a range of topics from political pranks in Tokyo's gubernatorial election to tragic incidents on Mount Fuji and controversial crimes involving U.S. servicemen. Plu…
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This week on the Revised Introduction to Japanese History: the descent towards the Second World War. Why did the leadership of imperial Japan start a war many of them were aware they were unlikely to win? And how did the failures of the Meiji system enable the descent into militarism and defeat? Show notes here.…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "Taken By Japan," join Ethan as he shares his 12-year journey of driving in Japan. Discover the detailed process he went through to obtain his driver's license, the unique challenges he faced, and hear fascinating stories from his time on the road. Whether you're curious about the intricacies of driving in…
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Busiest Time of Year in Japan's Real Estate Property Market?
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A JREP session Find us at https://nippontradings.com/ for advice, consultations, free referrals to local professionals, and all of your Japan Real Estate needs! Email Emil Gorgees on sales@realestate.jp for all of your Tokyo/Kanto family home & home-owner mortgage needs Contact the experts at "Ark Reform" for a free consultation and estimate on you…
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Japan loves rote learning and parents will pay cram schools to get their kids fully tuned up and on to the education escalator. Rote learning and exam technique is the standard educational approach in Japan right through to starting University classes. At University, unless you are trying for very specific careers like medicine, the elite bureaucra…
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30-min Sustainable Short-Takes for Japan in JUNE of 2024 - with Tove & Joy
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JUNE topics: Refugees | Same-Sex Couples Equality | Koike vs Renho Tokyo Gov | Big Garbage Reuse by Gov on Mercari app | Compost Toilets & Sustainable Travel | Peace Ed & Gaza from Hiroshima | Mountain Ecosystem Tokyo Event | BCCJ event Exploring Japan Corporate Diversity LINKS: ==Renho vs Koike for Tokyo Gov== https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/202…
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Got Faded Japan ep 747! Tokyo Shoe Designer & Hip Hop Artist, Anthony H Gets Faded!
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Got Faded Japan ep 748! In this action-packed episode, Johnny meets up with longtime friend and Fader, the legendary Anthony H. The two old time friends have an absolute BLAST discussing good times at Tokyo Art Tank, Anthony’s company, LUCID MOON, and all-around fun living in Japan. This is a great episode to Fade to, so get somewhere comfortable, …
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Ohashi: Godly Tools or Death Bringers? ( Ep. 151)
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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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The surprising future of Japan’s new robot companions
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Japan thinks about robotics and AI differently that the West.In addition to their functional, productive role, a lot of thought is also given to our personal interactions, their social role, and the relationships we build with them.Today we sit down with Shunsuke Aoki, founder of Yukai Engineering and one of the most innovative and creative thinker…
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After the Boshin War, the Shogunate as a form of government would cease to exist. In this episode we examine the three different warrior governments that ruled over Japan over nearly seven centuries and see what they did well, where they struggled, and why such a form of government ultimately failed. Support the Show.…
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Good Times Bar Lost Without Japan Season 3 Ep 23
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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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Episode 20: The Most Haunted Place in Japan
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Why is a park in Tokyo considered the most haunted place in Japan? Listen to the story of the ghosts, the test of courage, the 17th Century ghost story, and the unnameable monster residing within.By Heath A Havey
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Himeji Castle to Increase Prices for Foreigners Only? | STJ 249
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Fun Friday 27: How not to be an obnoxious tourist in Japan
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In recent years, Japan has experienced a surge in tourism, with millions flocking to its stunning temples, bustling cities, and serene landscapes. However, this boom has also brought about a significant issue: overtourism. As more travelers visit, overcrowding and a minority of obnoxious tourists has become increasingly problematic, causing frustra…
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193: Tokyo underground: The city beneath our feet
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On this week’s Deep Dive, we speak to Alex K.T. Martin who has done a series of pieces exploring what lies beneath the surface of Tokyo. Hidden rivers, ancient artifacts and crumbling infrastructure are just a few of the discoveries he made during his reporting. And while it’s important to know how we’re going to manage these things as climate chan…
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Episode 14: Father's Day and One Proud Papa
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Raising a glass today for Dear Ol' Dad, and the family that have to put up with him. To all ye who've sown seed (consciously or not), hope you had a great one! Speaking of fathers, today we take a look at the extraordinary life of Maejima Hisoka. Born in Joetsu, Niigata, he's known as the father of the Japanese postal system, but digging deeper, we…
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Beer And Massage? How Do Wagyu Farms Actually Operate To Create The Buttery Marbling?
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Our guest is Bob Broskey, who is the Executive Chef Partner of RPM Restaurants based in Chicago. After working at Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago, he joined the team at RPM in 2019. Now he oversees multiple restaurants in Chicago, Las Vegas and Washington DC, reflecting his talent in managing popular restaurants in diverse genres. In additi…
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Nante Japan's review of April 2024, featuring segments on the state of HYBE's Japanese operations, Billboard's article on Western songwriters in Asia, Utada Hikaru's 25th anniversary best album "SCIENCE FICTION", and more.By Nante Japan
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