In this episode, we go over some of the more well-known regional foods before getting into some of the more … More
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Nara
In this episode, David talks about his first trip to Nara and why it took him 8 years to final … More
Japanese Bread and Baked Food
When you think about Japanese food, you probably aren’t thinking about curry pan, melon pan, or pancakes but these bread-based … 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
Japan 2.0 Summer of 2019
In this episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, David and Matt discuss what they have been up to during their summer vacation.
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
Starting a Business in Japan
In this episode of the Japan 2.0 podcast, David and Matt are joined by a restaurant manager, Chad, who was visiting Japan in hopes of expanding his restaurant business to Tokyo.
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
Top 5 Hangouts in Kyoto
In this episode of Japan 2.0 David, Matt, and Emily, share their favorite hangouts in one of their favorite cities, Kyoto. If you are planning on visiting Japan’s cultural capital, you will definitely want to check out these lesser known locations.
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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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
Mr. Kanzo (Canned Foods Bar)
David and Matt visit the bar where you can choose different canned meats to pair with your beer. https://ia601506.us.archive.org/32/items/Japan2.0Mr.Kanzo/Japan%202.0%20-%20Mr.%20Kanzo.mp3 Japan … More
Japanese Vending Machines
When you come to Japan you’ll find that vending machines are everywhere! They are on every corner, in front of … 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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Japan 2.0: A Fated Meeting
I was walking to Mmm Que Rico (one of my favorite cafes in Nakatsu, Osaka), when I received a message … More
Quality of Life in Japan
It’s Japan 2.0’s Hanami anniversary episode! When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, the J2.0 crew tends to get introspective. … More
Theme Cafes in Japan
We dig themed cafes, and Japan has a ton of them. Join David and Matt as they discuss the types of … More
A New Perspective on Tokyo
Happy New Year! David and Matt wanted to do something special for the first episode of the new season, so … 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
New Anime/Manga -“Tonkatsu DJ Agetaro”
It’s not often that I come across a new anime/manga series that I like, but when I do, I become … More
Japanese Food – Podcast
Japanese food is famous, but how many Japanese dishes can you name? (Or were you able to name before visiting) … More
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