In this episode of Japan 2.O, David and Matt discuss their recent snowboarding trip to Hakuba. Song of the Show … More
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Fuji Rock 2023
In this episode of Japan 2.0, David gets redemption on Fuji Rock! This episode features a special guest as well … 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
JAPOW! Snowboarding in Hokkaido
On this episode of Japan 2.0, we cover a bit of city life in Sapporo as well as winter activities. … More
Getting Robbed in Japan
Hopefully, you never have to go through this topic on your own, but find out what it’s like to get … 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
Regional Food in Japan
In this episode, we go over some of the more well-known regional foods before getting into some of the more … More
Nara
In this episode, David talks about his first trip to Nara and why it took him 8 years to final … More
Christmas in Japan
Is K.F.C. really what Japanese people eat on Christmas, What does it mean for a woman to be called Christmas … More
Adventuring Around Japan by Bike – Part 2
This episode is a follow-up to our last installment where we left off in Kyoto. In this episode, we met … More
Adventuring from Kobe to Kyoto by Bike – Part 1
In this episode, my friend Dave and I plan and take you along for a last minute bike trip from … More
Japanese Grocery Shopping
In this episode we cover everything you need to know in order to beat the obasans to the best deals … 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
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
Women of Japanese Rap Vol.2
The Uni-Tablist presents: Women of Japanese Rap Vol.2, a new mix highlighting my favorite female rappers from the genres of Japanese pop, rap, and alternative hip-hop. Featured artists include Chelmico, Pinoko, Lyrical School, Wednesday Campanella, and more.
Study Abroad in Japan
What’s it like to study abroad in Japan? I meet with one of my best and oldest friends to talk … 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
Yukio Mishima: Japan Through Art
Japan Through Art – Yukio Mishima Previous episodes of Japan Through series My personal experience with Mishima Growing up Famous … 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
Live Concert Review – Wednesday Campanella
Wednesday Campanella spotlight and cursory history Our previous general live music episode can be found here My favorite early songs … More
Why We Aren’t Leaving Japan
Craft beer in Japan -Spring Valley Brewery -Hitachino Nest Table charge culture 3rd culture kids Being an outsider doesn’t get … More
Top 5 Hangout Spots in Osaka
Our top 5 favorite hangout spots in Osaka! Does Osaka get enough credit? Special Guest The Japan and Korea … More
Tokyo Adventure – Part 2
Part two of our fated Tokyo trip: Note: the matsuri is called Tanabata not Tachibana! Tokyo mornings Weather woes Taro … More
Tokyo Adventure – Part 1
Places mentioned:
Shimokitazawa
The Verve Coffee – Shinjuku
Daikanyama T-Site
Song of the show – Denki Groove – “無能の人”
Japan 2.0 Intro – “I Dream Japan” – The Wild Factor
A Balanced View of Japan – Podcast
Deep from the Japan 2.0 vaults. This podcast actually comes from the summer of 2017. We are planning to start recording regularly again in just a few weeks but until then, enjoy an unusual side of Japan 2.0:
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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