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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
Getting a Driving License in Japan
In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics from getting your motorcycle license with the help of video … 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
In a Pandemic: What We Miss about Life in Japan
In this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt discuss what they have been missing about Japanese life since the pandemic hit.
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
Matt reviews Sapporo and The Bike Incident
In this episode we give a brief Corona Virus update, Matt discusses a recent trip to Sapporo, and David discusses … 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
Unanswered Questions 2.0
In this episode of Japan 2.0 David and Matt provide an update from their lives post coronavirus self-quarantine. In the second half of the show, they pose a series of questions regarding mysteries of Japanese culture.
Construction
You might not think there’s much to discuss when it comes to construction, but the Japanese approach varies quite a … More
Coffee in Japan
In this episode of Japan 2.0 David and Matt discuss a topic that is near and dear to their heart, coffee.
Japanese Wrestling
Pro wresting is one of those Japanese cult events that everyone needs to witness while living in Japan; recently, Matt … 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
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
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
Japan 2.0
Japanese Real Estate
Renting apartments/houses Real estate agents in Japan are shady? Finding an apartment after ariving to Japan Neighbors Feeling like an … 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
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
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
Game Centers (Arcades) Podcast
Overview of arcades Arcade vs. Game Center Are game centers still prevelant in Japan? Expectation vs. reality * Note – … 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
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
Shattered Japanese Preconceptions Podcast (DokiDoki Talks)
Our DokiDoki Talks continue with Jon about what he expected to find in Japan before visiting here with little prior … More
Pokemon GO in Japan Podcast
(links at the bottom) Dotonbori’s Don Quixote’s rollercoaster vs. ferriswheel? Ingress – the foundation for Pokemon Go Delayed start Did … More