Best Produced By Zengroup Podcasts (2024)

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Rennovating abandoned homes in Japan with Anton || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.70 1:04:29

5d ago1:04:29

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Meet Anton, a fashion model and home renovation expert living in Tokyo, who sits down to talk with us about his work with Japanese akiya, and the challenges of buying and renovating old and damaged properties. Interested in Japanese housing? Tobi recommends our interview with real estate agent Tokyo Portfolio: https://youtu.be/6awVGa1xpZ0 Follow An…

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Reaching enlightenment in Japan with Muho || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.69 1:08:43

12d ago1:08:43

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Meet Muho, a Zen monk who sits down with us to share his journey from lost child in Germany searching for the meaning of life, to the abbot of Buddhist temple Antaiji in Kyoto prefecture. -- Follow Muho: https://www.youtube.com/@muho https://antaiji.org/en/ Follow us on our social media: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://www.instagram.com/…

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Marketing GaijinPot in Japan with Sabria || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.68 49:48

20d ago49:48

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Meet Sabria, a marketer for GaijinPot – Japan's biggest job board for foreigners – who sits down to talk with us about the origins of GaijinPot, the challenges created by its controversial name, and the future of parent company GPlus Media. -- Check out GaijinPot: https://gaijinpot.com/ https://gplusmedia.com/en/ Follow us on our social media: http…

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Making functional beverages in Japan with Beau || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.67 1:22:56

27d ago1:22:56

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Meet Beau, an entrepreneur developing Japan's first anti-Asian-flush product, who sits down with us to talk about the challenges of developing a product in Japan, and the legal nuances of developing a medical product vs. supplements. -- Follow Beau: https://www.reiwaseiyaku.co.jp/ https://www.instagram.com/reiwaseiyakukk/ https://jp.linkedin.com/in…

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Starting multiple companies in Japan with Tyson || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.66 1:19:55

1M ago1:19:55

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Meet Tyson, a serial entrepreneur from Hawaii, who sits down with us to share his experiences growing multiple businesses in Japan, to startup consultant, helping other succeed in his footsteps. Follow Tyson: https://scalingyourcompany.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tysonbatino/ Follow us on our social media: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 ht…

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Building XR experiences in Japan with Dwayne || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.65 59:18

1M ago59:18

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Meet, Dwayne an extended reality (XR) entrepreneur, who breaks down XR, VR, and the challenges he faced starting his company in Osaka. -- Follow Dwayne: https://www.hello-xlab.com/ https://jp.linkedin.com/in/dwayne-grech-77677912 https://jp.linkedin.com/company/startup-guild-japan Follow us on our social media: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 ht…

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Consulting businesses in Japan with Brittany || Unpacking Japan Ep.64 1:16:54

2M ago1:16:54

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Meet Brittany, an Australian national who opened businesses in Australia, Mexico, Germany and now in Japan. She is sharing her experience how to start and run a business in Japan and how to deal with the initial phases of this process. Follow Brittany: https://www.youtube.com/@BrittanyArthur1 https://www.instagram.com/_brittanyarthur/ https://twitt…

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Creating a forest garden in Japan with Casey || Unpacking Japan Podcast Ep.63 59:19

2M ago59:19

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Casey is a university teacher from a rural part of Japan. His hobbies include sustainable farming and recording his own songs. Join in on Casey's story and listen to his success story, Follow Casey: https://twitter.com/TBeanpod Follow us on our social media: https://youtube.com/@unpackingjapanshorts https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://www.in…

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Making games in Japan with Christoph || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.62 1:02:53

2M ago1:02:53

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Christoph is the CEO of Nakazawa Tech and a game developer living in Japan. He shares his perspective on living in Japan and running a tech company. Follow Christoph: https://twitter.com/cpojer https://nkzw.tech/ https://athenacrisis.com/ Follow us on our social media: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://www.instagram.com/unpacking_japan htt…

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Producing textiles in Japan with Hani || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.61 1:03:50

2M ago1:03:50

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Hani is a Japan born with Lebanese roots, he is the president of Debs Corporation a Japan based company that produces textiles. Follow Hani: https://debscorp.com/ Follow us on our social media: https://youtube.com/@unpackingjapanshorts https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://www.instagram.com/unpacking_japan https://www.x.com/unpacking_japan htt…

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Animating games in Japan with David || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.60 1:00:49

3M ago1:00:49

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Meet David a Mexican who worked in Japan on famous IPs like Sonic and Mario. He shares his experience about working in Japan in this industry. Follow David: https://uchiu.net/ Follow us on our social media: https://youtube.com/@unpackingjapanshorts https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://www.instagram.com/unpacking_japan https://www.x.com/unpack…

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Preparing fugu in Japan with Nadja || Unpacking Japan podcast ep.59 1:02:59

3M ago1:02:59

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Nadja is a traditional Japanese kaiseki chef who lives in Kyoto, she shares her insights into traditional Japanese food restaurant world and her experience working in those restaurants. Follow Nadja: https://www.instagram.com/natsu.kichi__ https://kaiseki-at-home.com/ Follow us on our social media: https://youtube.com/@unpackingjapanshorts https://…

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Practicing law in Japan with Catherine || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.58 1:05:59

3M ago1:05:59

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Catherine is is a lawyer from New Zealand who works with international companies. She shares her experience working for law firms in Japan, opening her own practice and being on the boards of huge Japansese companies. Follow Catherine: https://www.catherineoconnelllaw.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/ Follow us on our social media…

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Reporting news from Japan with Phoebe || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.57 1:16:15

3M ago1:16:15

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Phoebe is a journalist and a food blogger living in Japan, she worked for international news outlets as well as for NHK World. She shares her unique story and perspectinve on journalism scene in Japan. Follow Phoebe: https://pheebzeatz.substack.com/ https://phoebeamoroso.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pheebzeatz/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebe-…

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Reacting to anime in Japan with Akasan || Unpacking Japna podcast Ep.56 1:11:47

3M ago1:11:47

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Akasan is a streamer and a reaction YouTuber from the US who has lived in Japan for more than 12 years. He sits down with us to share his insights into Japanese anime and how Japanese people percieve western movies. Follow Akasan: https://youtube.com/akasan https://twitter.com/akasan https://www.twitch.tv/akasan_plays/ https://www.patreon.com/akasa…

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Playing violin in Japan with Oleg || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.55 54:30

4M ago54:30

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Oleg is a Ukrainian violinist who worked at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka for several years before becoming a freelance performer. He shares his experience and opinions on musical scene in Japan and especially in Osaka where he lives. Follow Oleg: https://www.instagram.com/oleg_calleo_violin/ https://www.youtube.com/ @oleg_calleo_violin Follow u…

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Buying real estate in Japan with Alex || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.54 1:09:56

4M ago1:09:56

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Alex is a real estate agent and the founder of Tokyo Portfolio real estate agency based in Tokyo. He is and expert on high-end properties and he runs his own YouTube channel where he shows people some of the most amazing properties in Japan. Check out Alex's links: https://tokyoportfolio.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/TokyoPortfolio https://www.ins…

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Managing a travel blog in Japan with Greg || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.53 1:02:41

4M ago1:02:41

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Greg is a co-founder of Tokyo Cheapo and other websites that help travellers find best value attractions in many places in the world. Greg shares his story about starting this project and his new passion - akiyas - abandoned houses that people buy and rennovate. Join us on this podcast episode to learn more about Japan. Check out Greg's links: http…

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Reclusing in Japan with Tim || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.52 1:11:03

4M ago1:11:03

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Tim is a Yamabushi, or a mountain ascetic as he describes it in English. He was born in New Zealand and shortly after moving to Japan he was introduced to Yamabushi practices, after some time he became a Yamabushi himself. Join in our conversation with Tim and listen to his amazing story from teaching English to becoming a mountain ascetic in Yamag…

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Farming in Japanese cities with Jon || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.51 1:08:08

5M ago1:08:08

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Jon is an urban farmer and sustainability expert living in Tokyo. He is a proponent of using urban spaces efficiently and growing food close to the consumer. Join our converstaion with Jon about urban farming. Check out Jon's website: https://japanurbanfarming.wordpress.com/ Follow us on our social media: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2158416 https://…

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Advising businesses in Japan with Melanie || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.50 1:05:02

5M ago1:05:02

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Melanie is a business advisor being on boards of some of the biggest brands in Japan. She shares her story and thoughts on how she became so successful. Join us on the conversation with Melanie about her Japan journey. Check out Melanie's links: https://twitter.com/melaniebrockjpn https://www.melaniebrockjapan.com/ https://www.celebratingwomenjapan…

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Overcoming the Fukushima disaster in Japan with Jayne || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.49 1:08:03

5M ago1:08:03

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Jayne is a New Zealand born, now long term resident of Fukushima prefecture, who had lived there for more than 20 years. Fukushima disasted is known for being one of the biggest earthquakes in Japan in recent history and probably more so for the meltdown that happened at the nuclear power plant. Dive into Jayne's perspective on the disaster the hap…

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Voice acting in Japan with Kimberly || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.48 1:13:01

5M ago1:13:01

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In this episode of Unpacking Japan Kimberly is sharing her experience working in Japan as a voice actress. She gives insights into Japanese voice acting scene and compares to how it has changed since she started working in this field. Check out Kimberly's links: https://www.lilyprojapan.com/ https://twitter.com/lilyproJP Follow us on our social med…

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Defining beauty standards in Japan with Toshi || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.47 1:07:51

6M ago1:07:51

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Toshi is a medical and health expert from Tokyo who lived and studied in the US for extended period of time. In this episode Toshi compares beauty standards in Japan and the US. Join us on the conversation about beauty and health in Japan. Check out Toshi's links: https://www.instagram.com/f_a_project/ Follow us on our social media: https://www.buz…

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Investing in Startups in Japan with Schyler || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.46 1:09:11

6M ago1:09:11

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Schyler is an American investment expert who works in venture capital investment company based in Tokyo. We had a privelege talking to her and she shared her insights on investing climate in Japan and what are some of the challenges when seeking for investors in Japan. Check out Schyler's links: https://linkedin.com/in/schylercole Follow us on our …

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Exploring Rural Japan with Martin || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.45 1:11:03

6M ago1:11:03

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Martin is a US born visual artist who moved to Japan and lives quiet rural life in Shizuoka prefecture. Discover why he thinks that Japan is the most peaceful place on earth and he even calls it a utopia. Hop on a journey to dicscolver Martin's passion for Japan. Check out Martin's links: https://twitter.com/Gaijinotousan Follow us on our social me…

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Promoting sustainability in Japan with JJ Walsh || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.44 1:12:11

6M ago1:12:11

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JJ Walsh is a sustainability consultantant based in Hiroshima, Japan. She helps businesses in Japan improve their branding by helping develop sustainability-focused tourism and business marketing strategies. Join us on exploration of JJ's journey from the US to Japan and from teaching to consulting. Check out JJ Walsh's links: YouTube: https://yout…

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Developing games in Japan with Liam || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.43 1:11:03

6M ago1:11:03

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Meet Liam a British born game developer who moved to Japan to pursue his dreams and recently started his own company. He shares his journey from working in the world's biggest game developing companies to teaching English in rural Japan to starting his own business in Kyoto. Join us on this conversation with Liam. Check out Liam's links: https://tw…

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Making magic in Japan with Ben || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.42 1:06:56

7M ago1:06:56

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In this episode of Unpacking Japan we are talking with a magician and escape room designer in Osaka, Ben Daggers. Find out why he lived in China before moving to Japan and why he compares Shanghai and Osaka. He also explaines why Osaka is better than Tokyo and how laid back people are in Osaka. Join us on an exciting discussion about world of magic…

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Making beats in Japan with Demsky || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.41 51:50

7M ago51:50

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Demsky is a DJ, beat maker and artist originally form Canada. He is making his living in Japan by making and playing his music that some would describe as ambient or chill. He shares his backstory how he was teaching maths, chess and strategy and how he became an artist. He also shares his stories about connections with the local communities and th…

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Hunting in Japan with Stinton || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.40 1:19:28

7M ago1:19:28

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Join us in our latest episode of "Unpacking Japan" where we dive into the fascinating journey of Stinton, a rice farmer and hunter who chose Japan as his home. Stinton shares his personal story, revealing what motivated him to move to Japan and how he embraced the country's rich culture. He delves into his unique experiences of becoming a rice farm…

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Consulting businesses in Japan with Rochelle || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.39 1:17:14

7M ago1:17:14

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In this enlightening episode of "Unpacking Japan," we delve into the fascinating journey of Rochelle, a renowned cross-cultural consultant and activist. Rochelle shares her personal story, detailing her life before Japan, what drew her to this culturally rich country, and her experiences in adapting to a new way of life. Her transition from a newco…

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Becoming a politician in Japan with Jon || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.38 1:10:38

8M ago1:10:38

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Join us in this episode of "Unpacking Japan" as we explore Jon's remarkable transition from a newcomer in Japan to a naturalized politician. Jon shares his initial motivations for moving to Japan, his cultural acclimation, and his unexpected foray into Japanese politics. Check out Jon's articles: https://www.turning-japanese.info/2017/11/hashiru.ht…

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Creating office art in Japan with Daniel || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.37 1:10:15

8M ago1:10:15

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Join us on Unpacking Japan as we delve into the intriguing journey of Daniel, the mind behind TokyoDex. Discover the intersection of art, office space design, and cultural intricacies in Japan's bustling corporate landscape. Explore how TokyoDex masterfully blends Japanese tradition with contemporary aesthetics, and learn about the pivotal role art…

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Farming Indigo in Japan with Sally || Unpacking Japan podcast Ep.36 40:54

8M ago40:54

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Join us in this captivating episode of Unpacking Japan as we delve into the world of Indigo with our special guest, Sally, an indigo farmer, producer and artist based on Awaji, an island off the coast of Osaka. Dive into Sally’s journey from her initial interest in Japan, her discovery of indigo and her desire to start producing her own to create b…

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Teaching ikebana in Japan with Daniel || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.35 1:02:50

8M ago1:02:50

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Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the world of Ikebana with our special guest, Daniel, an Ikebana teacher based in Yokohama. Dive into Daniel's journey from his initial interest in Japanese culture to becoming a master of Ikebana. Discover the philosophy, beauty, and balance behind this traditional Japanese art form. Learn about …

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Podcasting in Japan with Mitch || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.34 1:13:12

9M ago1:13:12

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In this episode of Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan, we sit down with Mitch, the charismatic host of Small Talk Japan and a prominent figure in Kagoshima's English education scene. Journey with us as we explore Mitch's life before Japan, his transition from the USA to Kagoshima, and his intriguing experiences in Japan. We delve into the inception of…

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Giving birth in Japan with Loretta || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.33 1:21:45

9M ago1:21:45

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In this episode of Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan, we sit down with Loretta of Kemushi Chan to delve into the intricacies of motherhood in Tokyo. From the initial reactions of her YouTube community to her pregnancy announcement, to the unique challenges she faced as an expat, Loretta shares invaluable insights. We also explore the cultural and med…

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Directing movies in Japan with Riki || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.32 1:09:48

9M ago1:09:48

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Join us in this episode of Fish & Rice as we converse with Riki, a trailblazing female movie director based in Tokyo. From her early days in Japan to her rise in the film industry, Riki uncovers the intricacies of navigating a traditionally male-dominated field. We discuss the cultural elements that influence her work, the challenges she's overcome…

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Collecting figures in Japan with Rodrigo || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.31 1:08:50

9M ago1:08:50

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In this episode of Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan, we interview Rodrigo, a figure collector living in Osaka. Rodrigo tells us about his journey to Japan, his love of figures, and the unique Japanese second-hand market. We discuss where to buy figures in Japan, how much they typically cost, and the difference between buying in-store and online. Rod…

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Being vegan in Japan with Alin || Stories from Japan Podcast Ep.30 1:01:58

9M ago1:01:58

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In this episode of the Fish & Rice podcast, we sit down with Alin, a vegan activist from Germany living in Osaka, Japan. Alin shares his personal journey from Germany to Japan, the cultural adjustments he's navigated, and how his vegan lifestyle has evolved in a city known for its seafood-centric cuisine. Listen as Alin discusses the current state …

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Holding tea ceremonies in Japan with Olga || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.29 1:15:31

10M ago1:15:31

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In this episode of "Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan", we sit down with Olga, an expat in Japan who has made a name for herself as a tea ceremony master in Kyoto. Olga shares the raw and unfiltered story of her move to Japan, her initial impressions, and the hurdles she faced while adapting to a new culture. Join us as Olga recounts her unexpected j…

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Working as a DJ in Japan with Itssu || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.28 53:19

10M ago53:19

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Dive deep into the inspiring journey of DJ Itssu, from her roots in Indonesia to the bustling nightlife of Osaka, Japan. In this episode, we explore what it takes to carve a niche in the Japanese music scene and the rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped DJ Itssu's unique sound. From the challenges of being an expat and navigating cultural d…

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Designing clothes in Japan with Zane || Stories from Japan Podcast Ep.27 1:04:36

10M ago1:04:36

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In this episode of "Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan," we sit down with Zane, an American fashion designer living in the bustling city of Osaka. Zane shares his inspiring journey from moving to Japan and adapting to the local culture, to creatively blending traditional Japanese garments with modern aesthetics. Explore how Zane's innovative approach …

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Opening a Tiki bar in Japan with Brandon and Kim || Stories from Japan Podcast Ep.26 1:05:21

10M ago1:05:21

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🍹 Dive into the world of Tiki culture with 'Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan. Join our special guests, Brandon and Kim, American Tiki Bar Owners in Kobe, Japan, as they share their exotic journey from the U.S. to running the only Tiki bar in Kansai region. Discover their inspiration, challenges, and passion for embracing authentic Tiki vibes in a fo…

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Running a femtech company in Japan with Anna || Stories from Japan Podcast Ep.25 1:01:40

11M ago1:01:40

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Welcome to an episode of Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Anna Kreshchenko, the inspiring founder of Flora, a FemTech company based in Japan. Anna shares her unique journey from her life before Japan to becoming a woman entrepreneur in a foreign land. We delve into her personal experiences, the cultural tra…

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Playing video games in Japan with Alexander || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.24 1:08:34

11M ago1:08:34

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In this insightful episode of "Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan," we dive deep into the world of Esports with our fascinating guest, Alexander, a half-Japanese, half-American gaming enthusiast and influential figure in the Esports industry. Born in Tokyo and raised in California, Alexander provides a captivating account of his multicultural upbringi…

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Being a Drag Queen in Japan with KiraKira || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.23 51:45

11M ago51:45

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Join us on this episode of FIsh & Rice: Stories from Japan, where we delve into the fascinating world of drag in Japan through the lens of our special guest, KiraKira. An expat and accomplished Drag Queen living in Osaka, KiraKira provides insight into her personal journey from her life before Japan, to her bold leap into Osaka's vibrant drag scene…

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Building flying cars in Japan with Asa || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.22 1:04:22

11M ago1:04:22

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In this engaging episode of "Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan", we converse with Asa, an American expat pioneering Urban Air Mobility (UAM) in Osaka. From the intrigue of Japan to launching his startup, Asa takes us through his thrilling journey. Learn about the complexities of UAM, his experiences securing investment, and assembling a diverse team …

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Roasting coffee in Japan with Jacky || Stories from Japan podcast Ep.21 1:01:31

12M ago1:01:31

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In this episode of "Fish & Rice: Stories from Japan," we sit down with Jacky, an American expat who has made a name for himself in the Japanese coffee scene. Jacky, a seasoned barista, coffee roaster, and Q's Grader, shares his unique journey from the United States to the bustling city of Osaka, Japan. We delve into his initial motivations to move …

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