In this episode of Japan 2.0, David gets redemption on Fuji Rock! This episode features a special guest as well … More
Tag: culture
Kushikatsu Tapes
Listen to our homage to the Neojaponisme podcast entitled “The Tonkatsu Tapes” where we evaluate life in Japan now the … More
Japan Travel Tales – Round 2 and 3
In our last installment of “Travel Tales” we share our final travel experiences during the late 2000s that ultimately lead … More
Our First Trip to Japan
As the borders are about to open for tourism, we remember back to our first trips to Japan to give … More
Driving and Buying Cars in Japan
In our follow-up episode to how to get a Japanese driver’s license, we cover the surprising aspects of what it’s … More
Bike life and the Shimanami Kaido
In the first half of this episode we cover the importance of owning a bike for daily life in Japan. … More
Construction
You might not think there’s much to discuss when it comes to construction, but the Japanese approach varies quite a … More
Japan Through Fashion – Ametora, Book Discussion
Join your trusty Japan 2.0 hosts on a journey through W. David Marx’s Japanese fashion bible, Ametora. We discuss many … More
Japanese Pizza
We cover the ins and outs of the pizza scene in Japan. Find out about the uphill battle we face … More
Current Events in Japan
100th Episdode Request Bird’s nest in Lawson’s sign Special Segment – Columbo Books Review Tourism getting out of hand? Song … More
Unanswered Questions About Japanese Culture
Even after living here for 5-6 years, we still have so many unanswered questions about our surroundings: Japan 2.0 Intro … More
An Intro to Sake Podcast
In this podcast we go over a brief history and the nuances of sake before heading to an izakaya … More
Japan Through Fashion – Vintage Clothing
History of vintage clothing in Japan -Chicago -Levis High end resale -Kindal -Rinkan -Ragtag -2nd Street Americana -high prices? Curated … More
Trips to the U.S. and Daily Life
Going back to the US: Feelings before going back to the US Northwest and Hawaii Palette cleanse Japan by car … More
Japan Through Fashion: Undercover
Previous Japan Through Fashion episode Negative First Impressions My history with the brand The history of Undercover Positve aspects … More
High Tension – Dealing with Stress in Japan
“High Tension”, a Japanese phrase that refers to stresses and pressures of Japanese life. In this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt talk about how they have deal with stress in their daily lives, in the aftermath of natural disasters, and from the pressures of work/school.
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Japan Through Fashion – Kapital Podcast
New series!
My history with fashion
Noragi
Kapital History
My experience with Kapital
What does Kapital teach us about Japan?
Song of the show – Fishmans – Pokka Pokka
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Osaka vs. Tokyo Podcast
The age old question is pondered: Osaka or Tokyo? Click for show notes
Culture of Scarcity
In this episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, David and Matt discuss how Japanese companies and brands often create limited … More
Onsen (Bathing Culture) Podcast
Big updates and where we’ve been The future of Japan 2.0 Thyroid update Future episode preview Podcasting schedule until summer … More
Japanese Healthcare System Part 2
Get properly formatted show notes by clicking the blog link below: Quick review of Part 1 Original biopsy Confrontation with … More
Fuji Rock Experience Part 1
Before Fuji Rock -“We’re off like a heard of turtles” -Trials and tribulations of the Japanese subway -What took me … More
How We Cheat at Life in Japan Podcast
New listener made intro -The Wild Factor “I Dream Japan” -Buy his new album “Wild Days” or contact him at: … More
How Japan Has Changed Us Podcast
Japan has changed us in unpredicted ways. Listen to the show to find out how.
Fashion
High prices
New food and expectations
Maturing
Active lifestyle
Not consuming Japanese media in Japan
Maxin’ and relaxin’
“Know Your Chain” – Beard Papa
Careers
Finding what’s next
Song of the Show – Enjoy Music Club – “ソング
Intro – Unitablist “Tell Me Where You Want to Go”
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Museums and Galleries in Japan
Museums and Galleries – Is Japan a good place for artists? – Small galleries are everywhere – The … More
English Conversations of the Japanese Kind Podcast
Are random English encounters free English lessons? Encounter 1 – Yugi Encounter 2 – The obachan Ecounter 3 – The … More
Sannomiya/Motomachi (downtown Kobe) Podcast
Is Sannomiya, Kobe worth visiting? Listen to this episode to find out! The lay of the land and other notable … More
Western Holidays in Japan
Western Holidays in Japan Click here to download Western holidays that are celebrated in Japan Halloween Christmas Easter Know Your … More
Osaka: Nishinari
Osaka: Nishinari -Nishinari and Hanozonocho -How we came to learn about Nishinari -The most dangerous neighborhood in Japan? -Ghettos in … More
Suma Power – Podcast
Learn all about one of Japan’s wildest beaches, and hear about a side of Japan that is rarely talked about … More