100 Best Japan Podcasts
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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Category Culture, Travel Experiences, Current Events
Hosts Chris Broad, Pete Donaldson
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2. Anime Addicts Anonymous
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The Anime Addicts Anonymous Podcast has one mission: To make make your anime addiction worse! Surrender to your addiction by joining the AAA Hosts as they discuss a variety of anime related topics every week.MORE Category Culture, Entertainment, Art
Hosts Pope Mitsugi, Mason, Caroline
Producer/Network The Anime Addicts
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 3.2KTwitter 2.9K Avg Length 105 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
3. Anime World Order Podcast
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A podcast all about Japanese cartoons and comics as discussed by three self-proclaimed experts in the world of anime and manga! Plus anime news / reviews, coverage of classic anime, hentai / yaoi, and much, much more. Updated every week. We hope.MORE Category Culture, History, Media
Hosts Gerald, Clarissa, Daryl Surat
Producer/Network Anime World Order
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Florida, United States
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 1.1KTwitter 4.3K Avg Length 134 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
4. Tadaima Live Podcast
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¡Hablamos de la cultura japonesa pop y tradicional, anime, manga, películas, festivales, expos y más cosas que ocurren en Japón!¡Desde México para el mundo!
Category Pop Culture, Traditional Culture, Entertainment
Producer/Network TADAIMA MX
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 17 Avg Length 171 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
5. DEEP IN JAPAN
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A hodgepodge of guest interviews, personal narratives, recent news, history, and Japan-related memes and cultural phenomena.
Category Culture, Society, History
Host Jeff Krueger
Producer/Network Jeff Krueger
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 340Twitter 2.1K Avg Length 163 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
6. Wrestling Omakase
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Omakase means, literally, 'I'll leave it up to you'. It's a term primarily used in modern Japanese in sushi restaurants, where you allow the chef to prepare their own personal favorites, leaving your meal completely in their hands. Wrestling Omakase, therefore, is a show where we place each episode into the hands of one or two passionate fans, from all across the wrestling spectrum...MORE Category Culture, History, Current Events
Host John Carroll
Producer/Network Wrestling Omakase
Email ****@voicesofwrestling.com
Location New York City, New York, United States
Apple Rating 3.8/5Twitter 669 Avg Length 201 min Format Extended Since Jun 2017 Get Email Contact
7. Let's Anime
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Youkoso, Youkoso to Let's Anime. Every other week hosts Dustin and Lindsay will share the shows and movies they've been watching from the world of anime. Join them and their guests as they keep up with the busy world of Japanese animation. Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow us on Twitter and Instagram.MORE Category Culture, Entertainment, Arts
Hosts Dustin Cabeal, Lindsay Mallard
Producer/Network Let's Anime
Email ****@outlook.com
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 15Twitter 38Instagram 129 Avg Length 148 min Format Extended Since Nov 2016 Get Email Contact
8. Ze Shows Anime Pulse
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A suite of podcasts.Anime Pulse an anime podcast. We've got our fingers on the pulse of Anime, with reviews, rants, and stories.Manga Pulse an manga podcast. We've got our fingers on the pulse of Manga??? we just be fun to listen to.Video Game Pulse an video game podcast. We've got our fingers on well you know what.Popcorn Pulse a movie and other video entertainment podcast. It's still new enough we aren't sure what our fingers are touching yet.MORE Category Culture, Entertainment Industry, Media Influence
Hosts Weltall, Tim the Enchanter, Joseph, Andrew, Nick, Akito Silver
Producer/Network Ze Shows – Anime Pulse
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Apple Rating 4.2/5 Avg Length 105 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
9. Keepin' It Strong Style
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Keepin' It Strong Style is a weekly New Japan Pro Wrestling podcast, hosted by Jeremy Donovan and the 'Young Boy' Josh Smith. They provide in-depth analysis, reviews, and predictions on all things NJPW. Tune in for expert analysis and entertaining banter on one of the most exciting wrestling promotions in the world!MORE Category Wrestling, Sports, Entertainment
Hosts Jeremy Donovan, Josh Smith
Producer/Network Social Suplex
Email ****@socialsuplex.com
Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 467Twitter 17.4K Avg Length 162 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
10. Learn Japanese | JapanesePod101.com (Audio)
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***iTunes New and Noteworthy Podcast, April 2012***JapanesePod101.com is an innovative and fun way of learning the Japanese language and culture at your own convenience and pace. Our language training system consists of free daily podcast audio lessons, video lessons, Japanese Word of the Day, Premium tools, and a vibrant user community. Go to JapanesePod101.com to sign up for a Free Lifetime Account and get even more fun, fast and easy Japanese lessons!MORE Category Language, Culture, Daily Life
Producer/Network JapanesePod101.com
Email ****@japanesepod101.com
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 1.1MTwitter 48KInstagram 316.2K Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
11. Super J-Cast
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Discussion, analysis, and commentary about all things from the world of New Japan Pro Wrestling.
Category Sports, Current Events, Culture
Hosts Damon McDonald, Joel Abraham
Producer/Network Super J-Cast
Email ****@voicesofwrestling.com
Apple Rating 4.5/5Twitter 7.2K Avg Length 96 min Format Extended Since Oct 2015 Get Email Contact
12. 8-4 Play
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Every other week, tune into 8-4 Play for talk about Japan, video games, and Japanese video games, straight from the 8-4 offices in beautiful downtown Tokyo.
Category Culture, Gaming Trends, Cultural Impact
Hosts Mark Macdonald, John Ricciardi, Hiroko Minamoto, Justin Epperson
Producer/Network 8-4, Ltd.
Email ****@8-4.jp
Location Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 2KTwitter 12K Avg Length 70 min Format Long form Since Sep 2006 Get Email Contact
13. Japan This Week
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A weekly roundup of the week's biggest — and smallest — national news, crime, politics and entertainment stories from Japan Today with a dash of opinionated commentary and a sprinkling of readers' comments. Ready for you every Friday evening (JST).MORE Category National News, Politics, Entertainment
Producer/Network Japan Today
Email ****@japantoday.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 1.4MTwitter 139.1KInstagram 35.3K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
14. Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet
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Each week on 'Kowabana: 'True' Japanese scary stories from around the internet,' horror author and translator Tara A. Devlin presents a selection of Japanese horror, creepypastas and urban legends translated from the deepest, darkest parts of the web. Creepy ghosts and vengeful onryo, cursed technology and haunted shrines. Discover horror like only Japan knows how to deliver. Brand new and exclusive stories translated each week. Find out more at http://www.kowabana.net/MORE Category Culture, Folklore, History
Host Tara A. Devlin
Producer/Network Tara A. Devlin
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Netherlands
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 1.4KTwitter 3KInstagram 2.6K Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
15. Never Open Podcast
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Join Luke and Andy as they discuss the greatness that is New Japan Pro Wrestling. Our host come to you from across the world to give you results and analysis and entertaining fashion. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/neveropenpodMORE Category Wrestling, Sports Entertainment, Analysis
Hosts Luke, Andy
Producer/Network neveropenpodnjpw
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 78 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
16. Cat with Beard from JAPAN
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Interested in Japan? Cat with Beard from JAPAN is the best podcast to explore the colorfulness of everything Japan! We explore the Japanese culture & sub-cultures from a foreigner's perspective including guests involved in the industry, such as cosplay/modelling, anime/manga, radio and television broadcasting, music, video games, etc...MORE Category Culture, Modern Quirks, Travel Experiences
Host Ladybeard
Producer/Network 文化放送PodcastQR
Email ****@joqr.net
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 251.4KTwitter 114KInstagram 31K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
17. Learn Japanese Pod
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This is a podcast and website for studying Japanese
Category Language, Culture, Travel
Host Alex Brooke
Producer/Network Alex Brooke
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 5.2KTwitter 7.9KInstagram 2.2K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2015 Get Email Contact
18. New Books in Japanese Studies
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Interviews with Scholars of Japan about their New BooksSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/japanese-studies
Category Japanese Studies, Academia, Culture
Producer/Network Marshall Poe
Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 8.9KTwitter 16K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
19. Digitally Uploaded
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For fans of Japanese games and culture, this is the podcast for you! Each week we talk JRPGs, Sony, Nintendo, Square Enix, Capcom and all about your favourite games that are coming out Nihon!MORE Host Matt Sainsbury
Producer/Network DigitallyDownloaded.net
Email ****@digitallydownloaded.net
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 104 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
20. Japan Eats!
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What is Japanese food? Sushi, or ramen, or kaiseki? What about Izakaya? Akiko Katayama, a Japanese native, New York-based food writer and director of the New York Japanese Culinary Academy, tells you all about real Japanese food and food culture. With guests ranging from sake producers with generations of experience to American chefs pushing the envelope of Japanese gastronomy, Japanese cuisine is demystified here!MORE Category Culture, Gastronomy, Food Production
Host Akiko Katayama
Producer/Network Heritage Radio Network
Email ****@gmail.com
Location New York, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 11KTwitter 12.3KInstagram 22.9K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Since May 2015 Get Email Contact
21. Against Japanism
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This podcast seeks to challenge the commonly held assumptions about Japan as harmonious, homogeneous, and traditional by recasting its history as a history of conflict and change, as the history of class struggles, from anti-capitalist, anti-imperialist, anti-colonial, and intersectional perspectives.MORE Category History, Socio-political Movements, Urban Development
Producer/Network Against Japanism
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Twitter 2.3KInstagram 1.5K Avg Length 100 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
22. Eastern Lariat
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Crave a podcast that goes in-depth on the hotbed that is the Japanese pro wrestling scene? If so, the Eastern Lariat podcast from the MLW Radio Network is for you! Hosted by STRIGGA of Purolove.com and Cagematch.net and Dylan Fox of MLW's Lucha Talk and Cagematch.net, this bi-weekly podcast series explores the Japanese pro wrestling landscape with analysis, reviews and news on New Japan Pro Wrestling and beyond. Be introduced to new companies and their style of wrestling, insight on their business, wrestlers, rivalries, tours, big shows and much, much more.MORE Category Culture, Business, Current Events
Hosts Strigga, Dylan Fox
Producer/Network MLW Radio Network
Email ****@mlw.com
Apple Rating 4.5/5Twitter 1.5K Avg Length 142 min Format Extended Since Jun 2016 Get Email Contact
23. Got Faded Japan
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The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the seedy side of Japan's news, subculture, parties, peoples, drinking spots, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny, & the Gang!MORE Category Culture, Urban Landscapes, Contemporary Arts Scene
Host Johnny
Producer/Network Got Faded Japan. Johnny
Email ****@thespiltink.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 1.4KTwitter 701Instagram 1K Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Video Podcast YouTube
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24. Anime Fridge
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An anime podcast with Arthur and Brian Discussing Japanese animation and culture.
Category Culture, Animation, Literature
Hosts Arturo Millan, Brian
Producer/Network Arturo Millan
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 81 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
25. Kawaii-Fi Radio - Anime Podcast
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Kawaii-Fi Radio is all about Anime, Manga and Japanese Otaku Culture! From the big anime news stories to what's worth watching to Back Catalogue recommendations, we're an all-ages podcast celebrating the world of anime - new and old!New episodes fortnightly and monthly YouTube Videos!Come join us - www.kawaiifi.com.auMORE Category Culture, History, Current Events
Producer/Network Bad Bard Productions
Email ****@kawaiifi.com.au
Location Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 307Twitter 73Instagram 269 Avg Length 84 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
26. Gridiron Japan
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Join sports journalist John Gunning; star X-League quarterback Aaron Ellis of the Dentsu Caterpillars; and pro football historian Greg St. James of the Sports History Network, as they cover the Japanese gridiron game.MORE Category Sports, Athletes, International Influence
Producer/Network Gridiron Japan Radio
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 720 Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
27. Mangasplaining
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Curious about manga, or Japanese comic books, but don't know where to start? Well neither does comics writer/artist Chip Zdarsky! Join manga experts Deb Aoki, David Brothers, and Christopher Butcher, as they introduce the medium through some of its best and most important works. Every week a new volume of manga to discover, discuss, and enjoy!MORE Category Culture, Artistry, Literature
Hosts Debora Aoki, David Brothers, Christopher Woodrow-Butcher, Chip Zdarsky
Producer/Network Deb Aoki, David Brothers, Christopher Butcher, Chip Zdarsky
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 319Twitter 3.2KInstagram 1.4K Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
28. Chatty AF: The Anime Feminist Podcast
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Exploring Japanese pop culture through a feminist lens.
Category Culture, Media Analysis, Feminist Perspective
Producer/Network Anime Feminist
Email ****@animefeminist.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 1.6KTwitter 8.9K Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Since Feb 2017 Get Email Contact
29. Gaijin San
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Le podcast de 3 Gaijin français installés au Japon qui partagent leurs expériences et vous font découvrir toutes les petites choses de la vie quotidienne japonaise dans la joie et la bonne humeur.Rendez-vous mensuel à ne pas rater ! Avec Vincent, Nicolas et AmauryN'hésitez pas à nous aider en faisant un petit geste !https://fr.tipeee.com/gaijin-sanMORE Category Culture, Daily Life, Experiences
Producer/Network Par Vincent, Nicolas et Amaury
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 149 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
30. Business Karaoke Podcast with Brittany Arthur
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The Business Karaoke Podcast is both a podcast but a community of global leaders who exchange stories to modernize the dialogue around business in and with Japan. The Business Karaoke Podcast is sponsored by Design Thinking Japan.MORE Category Business Dynamics, Cultural Narratives, Personal and Corporate Evolution
Producer/Network Brittany Arthur
Email ****@designthinkingjapan.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 72Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
31. TDR Now Travel Podcast for Theme Park Fans
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A podcast for theme park fans who love to travel! We're the longest-running show dedicated to informing you about theme parks in Asia, including Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios Japan. Come and travel along with us.MORE Category Theme Parks, Travel Experiences, New Attractions
Hosts Chris Nilghe, Patricia
Producer/Network TDR Explorer
Email ****@tdrexplorer.com
Location Chiba, Japan
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 39KTwitter 21.4KInstagram 120.8K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
32. Rolling Sushi - Der Japan Podcast von Sumikai
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Jede Woche diskutieren wir über aktuelle Themen aus Japan. Von Unterhaltung, Gesellschaft, Lifestyle über Popkultur und mehr. Eine Stunde Japan für die Ohren.Mit dabei Redakteure von Sumikai und AnimeSlam.MORE Category Society, Culture, Pop Culture
Producer/Network Sumikai
Email ****@sumikai.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 19.5KTwitter 5K Avg Length 67 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
33. Japan Real Estate
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From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets.Find us at http://www.nippontradings.comMORE Category Investment Strategies, Market Trends, Economic Impact
Host Ziv Nakajima-Magen
Producer/Network Nippon Tradings International (NTI)
Email ****@nippontradings.com
Location Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 3.6KTwitter 246Instagram 330 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
34. Scaling Japan Podcast
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Helping business owners in Japan scale their businesses from $100,000 annually to $10,000,000 and beyond. Everything you need to know from recruitment, marketing, sales, and operations, we got you covered in taking your business to the next level.Go to scalingyourcompany.com/the-scaling-japan-podcast and listen to experts and people who have scaled companies in Japan share their journeys and tips.MORE Category Business Expansion, Marketing Strategies, Recruitment and Operations
Host Tyson Batino
Producer/Network Tyson Batino
Email ****@scalingyourcompany.com
Location Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 6Twitter 2Instagram 92 Avg Length 60 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
35. AniMimi - Anime & Japanische Popkultur
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Alle zwei Wochen sprechen Mutsumi und Anna über aktuelle Serien und Trends aus dem Bereich Anime. Außerdem gibt's Empfehlungen und ein wenig Smalltalk rund um japanische Popkultur: Musik, Essen und Leben in Japan! Tokyo MimiVengers: DAS Tokyo Revengers Hörbuch. Boku no Podcast: My Hero Academia Episoden Recaps. MORE Category Anime, Pop Culture, Lifestyle
Producer/Network Anna, Mutsumi
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 92 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
36. History of Japan
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This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.MORE Category History, Culture, Politics
Host Isaac Meyer
Producer/Network Isaac Meyer
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Seattle, Washington, United States
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.2K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Apr 2013 Get Email Contact
37. Manga Machinations
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**New Episodes every Monday!** Join hosts dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli for Manga Machinations! Our weekly manga discussions focus on introducing lots of unknown manga and doing in-depth retrospective reviews of titles such as 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', 'BLAME!', Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix', and more! Get more info at mangamachinations.com and send emails to mangamachinations@gmail.comMORE Category Culture, History, Art and Literature
Hosts Dakazu, Dar, Seamus Scanlon, Morgana Santilli
Producer/Network Manga Mac Crew
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United States
Apple Rating 4.5/5Twitter 592 Avg Length 105 min Format Extended Since Sep 2014 Get Email Contact
38. Retrograde Amnesia: Comprehensive JRPG Retrospective
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A chapter by chapter, beat by beat analysis of classic Japanese Roleplaying Games (JRPG). We delve deep into the story, dialogue, game mechanics, music, influences, and themes.We've covered Xenogears, Chrono Cross, Final Fantasy VIII, Suikoden, Suikoden II, Xenosaga Episode I, Final Fantasy Tactics, and Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete.Yes, we will kill god.MORE Category Culture, History, Media and Entertainment
Hosts Chris Stone, Eric Layman
Producer/Network Retrograde Amnesia
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Since Sep 2019 Get Email Contact
39. Learn Japanese with Noriko
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I'm Noriko ?, a certified Japanese teacher and the creator of the popular Learn Japanese with Noriko podcast! I'm also a certified Neurolanguage Coach ?. My Japanese Neurolanguage Coaching program launches in 2025—sign up for my newsletter to stay updated! And don't miss Japanese Together, my community where learners connect, share knowledge, and dive into the fascinating world of Japanese language and culture.MORE Category Language, Culture, Education
Producer/Network Japanese with Noriko
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United Kingdom
Apple Rating 4.8/5Instagram 26.2K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact
40. Learn Japanese | JapanesePod101.com (Video)
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***iTunes New and Noteworthy Podcast, April 2012***JapanesePod101.com is an innovative and fun way of learning the Japanese language and culture at your own convenience and pace. Our language training system consists of free daily podcast audio lessons, video lessons, Japanese Word of the Day, Premium tools, and a vibrant user community. Go to JapanesePod101.com to sign up for a Free Lifetime Account and get even more fun, fast and easy Japanese lessons!MORE Category Language, Culture, Education
Producer/Network JapanesePod101.com
Email ****@japanesepod101.com
Apple Rating 4.3/5 Get Email Contact
41. JROCK ONSEN - by JROCKNEWS.com
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We discuss all aspects of Japanese rock music, so come relax with JROCK NEWS' podcast 'JROCK ONSEN' by joining our dip in the hot spring.
Category Culture, Music Industry, Interviews
Hosts Sizergyia, Mazohyst_Kyo, NBT, Nexus
Producer/Network JROCK NEWS
Email ****@jrocknews.com
Apple Rating 4/5Facebook 19.3KTwitter 10.7KInstagram 13.4K Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact
42. Tokyo Fresh
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Tokyo Fresh is a comedy, travel, culture, and advice podcast by Jordan & David that covers day to day issues with living in Japan as well as interviewing people who currently make Japan their home. Probably good, definitely stupid.Contact Us:Listener voice questions:https://anchor.fm/tokyofresh/messageTwitter:@tokyofreshpodInstagram:@tokyofreshpodcast@afroinjapan@zyrellMERCHJPNhttps://suzuri.jp/tokyofreshpodcastUSA/EU/WORLDhttps://my-store-b9e39f.creator-spring.com/MORE Category Culture, Travel Experiences, Personal Development
Producer/Network David & Jordan
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 3.7/5Twitter 150Instagram 399 Avg Length 91 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
43. The Miku Real Japanese Podcast | Japanese conversation | Japanese culture
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Do you want to practice listening to Japanese the way we really speak it? Are you finding it difficult to communicate in Japanese even though you study hard? This podcast is to help you to have natural conversations in Japanese and share Japanese culture with the world!! If you want to learn to speak natural sounding Japanese fast, please consider getting my course: https://www.mikurealjapanese.com/MORE Category Culture, Language, Philosophical and Personal Growth
Host Miku
Producer/Network Miku
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 5.2KInstagram 68.7K Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Since Mar 2021 Get Email Contact
44. Grand Sumo Breakdown
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This is Grand Sumo Breakdown, a sports talk show about professional sumo. Keep an eye out for our main episodes where we preview and recap each tournament and bonus episodes on other topics specific to sumo. Feel free to contact us through social media or email us at grandsumobreakdown@gmail.com.MORE Category Sumo Wrestling, Sports, Culture
Hosts Jake Danger Poirier, Ryan, Mak, Flyric
Producer/Network GSB Crew
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 1.5KTwitter 3.2K Avg Length 85 min Format Long form Since Sep 2017 Get Email Contact
45. John and Sam in Japan: The International Comedy Podcast
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John and Sam in Japan: The International Comedy Podcast brings you live stand up comedy, musical comedy, the news you may have missed from Japan and around the world, interviews with people from all walks of life, and much, much more.Comedians from all corners of the globe will showcase their stand up sets, improv comedy recorded live from around the world will set the podcast alight, and special guests will speak passionately about their areas of expertise. All this plus your hosts, John and Sam, who have been comedians for many years, friends for longer, and humans for longer than thatMORE Category Culture, Current Events, Comedy
Hosts John, Sam
Producer/Network John and Sam
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 280Twitter 978 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
46. TKO Rajio JAPAN - Japanese Culture, Lifestyle, and Entertainment
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TKO Radio is a weekly Japanese culture podcast where you'll be served a decadent slice of life in the most incredible place on Earth. Work, life, and leisure topics covered here as well as news and alerts to quench your thirst.MORE Category Culture, History, Current Events
Producer/Network TKO Rajio
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
47. Made in Japan-- Conversations with Meljo Catalan
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This is not your run-of-the-mill 'Cool Japan' podcast. I want to explore the side of Japan outside of sushi & sumo ; anime & video games. People from all walks of life living in Japan sharing their stories, their trials and tribulations and their successes. People who are hungry for making it and People who have made it. This podcast is about my conversations with them.MORE Category Culture, Creative Industries, Personal Narratives
Host Meljo Catalan
Producer/Network Meljo Catalan
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 3.1KInstagram 790 Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
48. Japanese with K
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I've been creating a Japanese podcast since 2021. It's designed to be clear and accessible, but not overly easy—a good fit for intermediate and advanced learners.As a language learner myself, I truly believe that consistent input is key to improving. That's why I bring you interesting topics every week, making it easier to keep up your listening practice.I hope this podcast can be a helpful tool for you to stay motivated and keep going on your language learning journey! website https://japanesewithk.com/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=80021678Ko-fi /ko-fi.com/kei825434MORE Category Language, Culture, Current Events
Host Keiichiro Shiiba
Producer/Network Keiichiro Shiiba
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
49. Uncanny Japan - Japanese Folklore, Folktales, Myths and Language
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Speculative fiction writer, long-term resident of Japan and Bram Stoker Award finalist Thersa Matsuura explores all that is weird from old Japan—strange superstitions, folktales, cultural oddities, and interesting language quirks. These are little treasures she digs up while doing research for her writing.MORE Category Culture, Folklore, History
Host Thersa Matsuura
Producer/Network Uncanny Productions
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 716Twitter 2.2KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact
50. TOKYO JAZZ JOINTS
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An Irishman and American walk into a bar...Two obsessed foreigners share the stories behind their pseudo-religious pilgrimage around the unique beauty of Japan's hidden world of jazz bars and coffee houses, documented on www.tokyojazzjoints.com and in the Tokyo Jazz Joints photobook published in 2023.MORE Category Jazz culture, Bars and coffee houses, Photography
Hosts Philip Arneill, James Catchpole
Producer/Network Philip Arneill & James Catchpole
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 805 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
51. Dad Club Japan
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Dads discuss life in Japan. Through anecdotes and stories and from the perspective of dads living in Japan, the aim is to share insights about the complexities, curiosities and challenges of fathering in Japan.MORE Category Culture, Parenting, Integration
Hosts Joel, Duncan
Producer/Network Joel and Duncan
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 93 Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
52. Krewe of Japan
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Krewe of Japan is a weekly podcast that takes listeners on audio journeys through Japanese culture. With our hosts as your guide, and the help of guest experts, Japanese natives, and ex-pats, understanding Japan is now easier than ever before.MORE Category Culture, History, Innovations
Producer/Network Japan Society of New Orleans
Email ****@gmail.com
Location New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
53. Death Radio
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Japanese True Crime Podcast hosted by a Japanese metalhead CAT. I'm trying my best. 日本語のデスラジオはこちらから→https://linktr.ee/deathradiohttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/deathradioMORE Category True Crime, Culture, History
Producer/Network Cat Deathradio
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 1.1KInstagram 1.4K Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
54. Sightseeing Japan
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Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.MORE Category Culture, Travel Experiences, Lifestyle
Hosts Jason Nieling, Paul Bresin
Producer/Network Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 3.3KTwitter 54Instagram 3K Avg Length 76 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
55. Disrupting Japan
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Startups work differently in Japan, and there is a lot happening here right now. Disrupting Japan introduces you to the most innovative founders and VCs, and shows you what it's like to be an innovator in a society that prizes conformity.MORE Category Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology, Venture Capital
Host Tim Romero
Producer/Network Tim Romero
Email ****@t3.org
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 687 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
56. Bunko!
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Le podcast qui décortique la culture manga
Category Culture, History, Industry
Hosts Pedro Araujo, Julien Bernard, Maximilian Tubiana
Producer/Network Bunko!
Email ****@gmail.com
Location France
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 669Instagram 389 Avg Length 112 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
57. Japanese podcast for beginners (Nihongo con Teppei)
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'AI Transcripts are now available on my Patreon!patreon.com/nihongoconteppeiJapanese podcast for beginners,Nihongo con Teppei,The best way to learn how to speak Japanese naturally!,is a podcast for learners of Japanese language. Listen,learn and have fun while picking up natural Japanese as it really is spoken.Let's study Japanese with me! If you like this podcast, and you have the means, please consider making a donation.サポーターをどんどん募集中!!http://teppei.nihongoconteppei.comhttps://www.italki.com/i/D6ccAG?hl=ja I teach here! Find me!MORE Category Language, Culture, Everyday Life
Host Teppei Sensei
Producer/Network Japanese podcast for beginners (Nihongo con Teppei)
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 1.4KTwitter 309 Since Jul 2019 Get Email Contact
58. Nante Japan Podcast
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A podcast covering Japanese pop culture, including music, celebrities, video games, dramas, anime, and everything else in between.
Category Pop Culture, Entertainment Industry, Media and Arts
Producer/Network Arama! Japan
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 3.1/5Facebook 51.6KTwitter 2Instagram 3.3K Avg Length 120 min Format Extended Since Dec 2019 Get Email Contact
59. Let's Talk in Japanese!
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A Japanese teacher talks in Japanese. As a teacher, I try to speak in not too difficult but not too easy Japanese.日本語を勉強している人のための日本語トーク!日本語教師の友が、難しすぎない簡単すぎない、ちょうどいい日本語で話します。Any levels of Japanese learners are welcome to this Podcast. Each title has a number from N1 to N5, which shows JLPT level.タイトルのN1〜N5の数字はJLPTのレベルです。応援はこちらまで↓https://www.paypal...MORE Category Language, Culture, Modern Innovations
Host Tomo
Producer/Network Tomo
Email ****@ruby-s.net
Apple Rating 4.9/5Twitter 678Instagram 2.2K Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Since Jun 2019 Get Email Contact
60. Japan Memo
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The Japan Memo is a monthly podcast series that analyses why Japan matters in today's regional and global geopolitical landscape. In each episode, Robert Ward of the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Japan Chair Programme, will bring in strategists, experts and practitioners from around the world to examine how Japan is using its diplomatic, economic and military tools to achieve its strategic goals, and what lessons it offers to other countries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Category Diplomacy, Economy, Military
Host Robert Ward
Producer/Network The International Institute for Strategic Studies
Email ****@iiss.org
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 70.5KInstagram 14.9K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
61. Japanese Food
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Interviews with chefs, food writers, creatives and other international experts on Japanese food culture. You'll get to hear fascinating stories from these creators, tips to level up your Japanese cooking, insights into bento culture, and more! Sponsored by Bento&co, your go-to shop for eating healthier, reducing your environmental impact and saving money with authentic Japanese bento boxes and accessories. en.bentoandco.comMORE Category Culture, History, Culinary Arts
Hosts Thomas Bertrand, Chris Mahmood
Producer/Network Bento&co
Email ****@proton.me
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 91.2KTwitter 3.2KInstagram 28.2K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
62. Explore Japon
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Le podcast qui explore toute les facettes du Japon. Voyage, lifestyle , culture ou l'apprentissage du japonais partons ensemble pour ce magnifique pays.
Category Travel, Culture, Language
Producer/Network Ngee
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.8KTwitter 335 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
63. Japan's Top Business Interviews Podcast By Dale Carnegie Training Tokyo Japan
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Japan's Top Business Interviews is the premier business interview podcast for people who want to know more about business in japan. The guests cover a range of industries and organisation sizes, to present a thorough overview of issues with leading in Japan. If you are a leader, especialy someone leading in Japan, then this is the podcast for you.MORE Category Business, Culture, Economics
Host Dr. Greg Story
Producer/Network Dr. Greg Story
Email ****@dalecarnegie.com
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 4/5Facebook 1.4KTwitter 218 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
64. Everyday Japanese Podcast
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Join SayuriSaying for an enriching journey into Japanese culture and language, perfect for intermediate learners and cultural enthusiasts. Dive into a variety of topics, from social norms to personal insights and cultural concepts like '縁(En)'. Enjoy engaging discussions, both in solo narratives and special episodes featuring guest speakers, bringing Japan's essence closer to you. Explore deeper with our transcripts and video podcasts at sayurisaying.com. Subscribe for a unique blend of insightful language learning and cultural experiences with us?!MORE Category Culture, Language, Current Events
Host Sayuri Saying
Producer/Network Sayuri Saying
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 4.8/5Instagram 1.8K Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Since Jun 2020 Get Email Contact
65. TheJapanesePage.com - Beginning Japanese Phrases
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Beginners to upper beginners of Japanese! Improve your vocabulary, listening, and pronunciation skills with shadowing and repetition. Each week, we will break down a useful vocabulary word and example sentence. --Become a Makoto member and get show notes with complete vocabulary and grammar breakdowns as well as sound files of just the Japanese to download. www.TheJapanesePage.com/makotoMORE Category Language, Culture, Education
Producer/Network TheJapanesePage.com
Email ****@thejapanshop.com
Location Lake City, Florida, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 23.2KTwitter 6KInstagram 26.4K Avg Length 2 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
66. Japan Archives
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Two friends coming together every week to tell the history, myths, folklore and poetry from Japan's long history. Website: https://historyofjapan.co.uk/
Category History, Culture, Folklore
Hosts Thomas, Heather
Producer/Network Thomas & Heather
Email ****@hotmail.com
Location Kisarazu, Chiba, Japan
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 98Twitter 260Instagram 70 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Since Jun 2019 Get Email Contact
67. Medical Student Life in JAPAN
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Join us for an in-depth look into the life and experiences of a medical college student in Nara, Japan. We will discuss all kinds of topics including: medical colleges in Japan, student life, Nara and it's surroundings, and much more! We hope this podcast can be a source of information and entertainment for those who are interested in medical college and Japan. Thanks for listening! Please leave reviews and share with your friends.We would love to hear from you! If you have any comments or ideas for topics, contact us here: mwblodgett@naramed-u.ac.jpMORE Host Michael
Producer/Network Michael
Email ****@naramed-u.ac.jp
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Video Podcast YouTube
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68. Nio Teas Podcast
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In this podcast, we'll be diving deep into the world of Organic Japanese Green Tea. We will be sharing some of the insights we pick up during our frequent visits to Japan as well as teaching you new things about this amazing drink known as green tea!MORE Category Culture, History, Travel Experiences
Producer/Network Will Klingner
Email ****@nioteas.com
Location Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 4.2KTwitter 640Instagram 148.3K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Since Jan 2019 Get Email Contact
69. Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan
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Sengoku Daimyo's Chronicles of Japan is a Japanese history podcast where we will be going through a chronological history of Japan. We will start with prehistory and continue up through the Meiji period. Episodes are released as soon as they are available--working on a monthly release schedule.MORE Category History, Culture, Geopolitics
Host Joshua Badgley
Producer/Network Sengoku Daimyo
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 668Twitter 260 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Aug 2019 Get Email Contact
70. Supernatural Japan
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Supernatural Japan is a podcast about the weirder side of Japan. Learn about hauntings, ghostly tales, legends, UFOs, and a lot more. Join host Kevin O'Shea and guests as they investigate and research the spookier side of Japan. Sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted and always interesting, this podcast has a little something for everyone interested in Japan, history, and the supernatural. MORE Category Supernatural, Folklore, Culture and History
Host Kevin OShea
Producer/Network Supernatural Japan
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Malaysia
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
71. How to Japanese Podcast
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Everyone learning Japanese needs a senpai - this podcast is your digital senpai. Join Daniel from HowToJapanese.com and guests to learn what strategies have been effective for them as they study, live, and work in Japan and using Japanese.MORE Category Language Learning, Culture, Lifestyle
Producer/Network Daniel Morales
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 16.4K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
72. Delusional Otaku anime and manga and kdrama
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Just an Otaku talking about the animes that I have seen and mangas I have read because sometimes I even forget what I see. Then when I click on a 'new' anime to watch half way of the show I go like 'wait a minute, I already saw this one!' So here I keep track to never allow that problem to happen again... I hopeFollow me on Instagram @delirante_otaku***all money collected on this podcast will be donated***MORE Category Culture, Artistry, Entertainment
Host Delusional Otaku
Producer/Network Delusional Otaku
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
73. Japanese Swotter - Speaking Drill + Shadowing
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Are you learning Japanese and looking for more opportunities to speak? This Podcast drill is exactly for you. Simply repeat after me - while you are commuting, cooking or even in your bed. The drill also includes plain style dialogue, which is an informal style spoken in daily life among friends and family, and also in Anime. Now more shadowing practices are available, too. Have a go and get fluent soon! --- Learning Nihongo is fun, ne. More drills and full transcripts/translations (on your smartphone! PDF) are available on Patreon.MORE Category Culture, Language, Education
Producer/Network Yoko
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Instagram 93 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
74. Small Talk Japan
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This is a weekly English podcast about all things Japan! If you want to learn English or about Japanese culture, news life, and other fun things, give us a listen.
Category Culture, Societal Issues, Current Events
Host Mitchell Royce Stapleton
Producer/Network Small Talk Japan
Email ****@stori.jp
Location Japan
Apple Rating 3.8/5 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Video Podcast YouTube
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75. Japan Experts: Effortless Planning & Immersive Travel
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The Japan Experts, hosted by licensed guide Miyuki Seguchi, is your go-to podcast for expert tips to plan, book, and enjoy an effortless and immersive journey to Japan. Whether you're crafting a personalised itinerary, navigating Japan's trains like a local, or seeking unforgettable cultural experiences, each episode offers local expert knowledge and firsthand insights to help you travel confidently and create lifelong memories in Japan. Find out more: miyukiseguchi.comMORE Category Travel Experiences, Cultural Insights, Tourism Strategies
Host Miyuki Seguchi
Producer/Network Licensed Guide Miyuki Seguchi
Email ****@miyukiseguchi.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 4.4/5Twitter 141Instagram 1.1K Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
76. Ramen in Japan
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The Ramen in Japan podcast features ramen heads and their recent ramen experiences in Japan.Bi-weekly, we look at the latest ramen we had and bowls that stuck with us.Hosted by Sebastian aka Namajapan, a German guy living in Tokyo who on average eats 150 bowls of ramen per year and creates ramen content for YouTube.Check out Nama Japan on YouTube or namajapan.tv for more ramen content.MORE Category Food culture, Travel, Culinary experiences
Host Namajapan
Producer/Network Namajapan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 279Twitter 176Instagram 3.5K Avg Length 74 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
77. Megumi's Daily Japanese Adventures【日本語Podcast】
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Japanese teacher MC Megumi will talk about my daily life.I will talk about my daily discoveries and topics in my daily life. I will also introduce some of the places I have traveled to in Japan that I recommend. I would like people who are studying Japanese to listen to it for listening practice.●https://www.youtube.com/@MegumisDailyJapaneseAdventures●Message to Megumi/Transcript https://www.me-class.jp ●https://buymeacoffee...MORE Category Culture, Travel Experiences, Linguistic Nuances
Host Megumi.
Producer/Network Megumi.
Email ****@me-class.jp
Apple Rating 5/5Instagram 89 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
78. One Controller Port Podcast
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One Controller Port is a video game podcast focused on niche games, news stories, and topics. Learn something new every week with a show that differs from your typical weekly gaming podcast.Part of OneControllerPort.com, which features video reviews, articles, podcasts, streams, and more!Find me on Twitter @OculinMORE Category Gaming Culture, History, Game Development
Host Benjamin Yoder
Producer/Network Benjamin Yoder
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4/5Twitter 1K Avg Length 89 min Format Long form Since Feb 2011 Get Email Contact
79. Japan Distilled
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Distilled spirits have been made in Japan for over 600 years, but even today these drinks remain unknown outside the Land of the Rising Sun. Join shochu and awamori ambassadors Christopher Pellegrini and Stephen Lyman bi-weekly for a deep dive into Japan's best kept secrets. If you enjoy exploring craft spirits from around the world, but think whisky is the most popular Japanese spirit, you are in for a treat with the Japan Distilled podcast.MORE Category Culture, History, Craftsmanship
Hosts Christopher Pellegrini, Stephen Lyman
Producer/Network Christopher Pellegrini, Stephen Lyman
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 880Twitter 1.1KInstagram 1.5K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
80. Japanese with Shun
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This is a Japanese podcast for the beginners-intermediate Japanese learners.I will try to speak with Genki1 and maybe a bit of Genki2 grammars.Therefore, this podcast is perfect for those who has started Japanese for a couple of months - 2years.By listening to native Japanese, you can enhance your listening and speaking level, rapidly.I cannot wait to upload more videos. I hope you enjoy!!!I also teach Japanese on Italki. So you can find me and book lessons with me :)https://www.italki.com/teacher/5800129/japaneseMORE Category Language, Culture, Travel Experiences
Host Shunsuke Otani
Producer/Network Shunsuke Otani
Email ****@hotmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Video Podcast YouTube
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81. NHKラジオニュース
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NHKラジオニュースを、いつでもどこでもお聞きになれるサービスです。
Category Current Events, Politics, Society & Culture
Producer/Network NHKポッドキャスト
Email ****@nhk.jp
Apple Rating 4.2/5 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
82. Learn Japanese from real talks by Hiro
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In this podcast episodes, I(Hiro) talk about Japanese culture, customs, history, language and various other topics.I usually talk myself but sometimes invite my partner, my friends and my students and have conversations with them. You can improve your listening skill and increase vocabulary through these episodes.Enjoy learning Japanese!MORE Category Language, Culture, Personal Experiences
Producer/Network Hiro
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5Instagram 63 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact
83. Ichiban Sweet Cast - A New Japan Pro Wrestling Podcast
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It's time for a new podcast from The Kings of Pod Style. The International Wrestling Grand Pricks. 2 dudes from other sides of the world talking all about New Japan Pro Wrestling.Follow Us On Social Media:Twitter: @IchibanSWEETInstagram: @ichibansweetIchiban Sweet Cast Theme by Point Breakdown: https://pointbreakdown.bandcamp.com/ Ichiban Sweet Cast is presented by the Count Out! Podcast Network: www.countoutpod.com ( http://www.countoutpod.com/ ) / @countoutpodFollow Raffe: @facesfeelscastFollow Curtis: @eldestructo83MORE Category Sports, Culture, Current Events
Hosts Raffe Houston, Curtis Spears
Producer/Network Count Out!
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.2/5Twitter 263 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
84. Thinking in Japanese Podcast
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In this podcast, I speak about a variety of topics in Japanese. I speak Japanese slowly and as much as simply. Of course, sometimes I have to use difficult vocabulary so I have vocabulary lists for each episode. On the Patreon page, you can check my podcast episodes, scripts, bonus contents, and Japanese newsletters. Let's learn and use Japanese together! https://www.patreon.com/thinking_in_japaneseMORE Category Language, Culture, Philosophy
Host IISAKU
Producer/Network IISAKU
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Since Oct 2019 Get Email Contact
85. Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan by JapanKyo.com
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Helping you understand everything you should know about Japan.Interviews with Japan experts, deep dives into Japanese culture and society, and plenty of laughs; every episode host Tony R. Vega sheds light on a different aspect of Japan. Whether you're planning a visit to Japan, learning Japanese or just have a passion for all things Japan, we've got something for you!Common topics include・Japanese culture・Deep dives into the Japanese language・Japanese history・Japanese food・Japan travel tips・Japanese pop culture: anime, manga, movies, etc・The stories of foreigners living in Japa..MORE Category Culture, Society, History
Host Tony R. Vega
Producer/Network JapanKyo.com
Email ****@japanstationpodcast.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.2KTwitter 603 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
86. Just Passing Through Podcast
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Step into 'Just Passing Through,' the podcast that chronicles my Yorkshireman adventures navigating the maze of Japanese life. No guarantees of laughter, but we promise a healthy dose of raised eyebrows and bemused chuckles.In each episode, we'll explore the quirky intersections of cultures, from attempting to decipher the intricacies of local customs to introducing Japan to the wonders of a proper brew. It's a podcast where culture shock meets dry Yorkshire wit a journey through the everyday absurdities that make life interesting...MORE Category Culture, Humor, Travel
Producer/Network Darren.
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
87. JAPAN WUT? Podcast
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Japan news analysis, AI markets in Tokyo, and rising conflict in the Indo-Pacific region.
Category Culture, Technology, Current Events
Host Matt Bigelow
Producer/Network Matt Bigelow
Email ****@yahoo.ca
Location Tokyo, Japan
Apple Rating 5/5 Get Email Contact
88. Sake Revolution
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America's First Sake Podcast. Power to the Sake People! Join your hosts sake otaku John Puma and sake samurai Timothy Sullivan as they explore the world of Japanese Sake. This podcast will help you know where to get started with sake. Every week, we'll teach you something new about sake in a fun and easy to understand segment, we call the 'Sake Education Corner'. It wouldn't be a sake podcast with out some sake tasting! We'll profile and taste some of our favorite sakes. Check out the show notes if you'd like to get the sakes for yourself and taste along with us...MORE Category Japanese Culture, Beverage, Education
Hosts Timothy Sullivan, John Puma
Producer/Network Timothy Sullivan, John Puma
Email ****@sakerevolution.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
89. Japan Intercultural Institute
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A podcast that explores the psychological impact of intercultural experiences, informed by the sciences of brain, culture and mind. We look at the personal growth that can come from—travel, working and living abroad, immigrating, learning a foreign language—and the challenges of bridging different cultural worlds.MORE Host Joseph Shaules
Producer/Network Japan Intercultural Institute
Email ****@japanintercultural.org
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Video Podcast YouTube
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90. Lost Without Japan
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A Bi-Weekly adventure on all things Japan, our lost without moments and so much more.
Category Travel, Culture, Adventure
Producer/Network Michael Schuelke
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
91. Yokai Legends
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In this podcast series you will learn all kinds of legendary monsters, ghosts, and other supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore and mythology.
Category Folklore and Mythology, Culture, History
Host King Kappa
Producer/Network King Kappa
Apple Rating 4.2/5 Avg Length 4 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
92. Hikikomori
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Sit back and enjoy a weird and shocking story from Japan, both from recent and far history, as researched and told by Vincent.
Category Culture, History, Current Events
Producer/Network Vincent Kenny
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Twitter 888 Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
93. The Anime Podcast
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Subscribe to Podcast for exclusive content: https://anchor.fm/theanimepodcast/subscribeWelcome to the world of anime in the audio dimension. The Anime Podcast is here to bring the best and latest anime news, discussion, reviews, theories, etc Come along with me on this journey of breaking down the most entertaining anime's out there.Follow The Anime Podcast on Social Media:Website: https://www.theanimepodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theanimepodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theanimepodcastMORE Category Culture, Entertainment Industry, Philosophy
Producer/Network Shane Salmon
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 4.5KTwitter 29 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
94. Japanese with Teppei and Noriko
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Japanese with Teppei and Noriko is a podcast for learners of Japanese language. Listen,learn and have fun while picking up natural Japanese as it really is spoken.Let's study Japanese with us!https://www.patreon.com/teppeinorikojapanesehttps://ko-fi.com/teppeinorikojapaneseMORE Category Culture, Language, Lifestyle
Producer/Network Japanese with Teppei and Noriko
Email ****@hotmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Get Email Contact
95. The Reverse Thieves Anime and Manga Podcasts
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Anime! Manga! Conventions! Fandom! Reviews! News! Editorials! Seasonal Preview Guides! Classics!The Reverse Thieves look at so much anime and manga that it can't be contained within a single podcast. Join Kate and Alain as they discuss everything from what they just watched to what is going on in fandom.SWAT (Seasonal Watching Anime Taskforce) Reviews: A look at the first episode of the best (and sometimes worst) anime of the new season.Case Closed Reviews: A final wrap-up of the anime we finished this season...MORE Category Culture, Entertainment, Fandom
Hosts Kate, Alain Mendez
Producer/Network Reverse Thieves
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4/5Twitter 107 Avg Length 60 min Format Long form Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact
96. Japan On Film
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Anime, kaiju, J-horror, exploitation, and everything in between—Japan has been producing some of the most interesting and creative movies for decades.In JAPAN ON FILM, author and Japanese film lecturer Perry Constantine and his guests will introduce you to the wide, wonderful, and sometimes weird world of Japanese films. We not only review, but also use these movies to provide some education on Japanese society, history, and culture.A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.ukMORE Category Film, Society, Culture
Producer/Network Film Stories
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.4/5 Avg Length 68 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
97. Life After JET
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Featuring the lives, stories and careers from the global JET Programme alumni community. And usually, our stories begin with 'This one time in Japan...' - our best, our silliest and our fondest.Share your story! Contact webmaster@jetaainternational.orgMORE Category Culture, Community, Travel
Producer/Network After JET
Email ****@jetaainternational.org
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
98. Learn Japanese with LinguaBoost
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You can download the entire audio course on our website: www.linguaboost.comBoost your fluency in Japanese with LinguaBoost!Each lesson contains useful everyday phrases related to a specific topic. You'll learn the language in context, not just single words. All material is translated and spoken by native speakers.MORE Category Language, Culture, Social Interactions
Host Jakob Stahl
Producer/Network LinguaBoost
Email ****@linguaboost.com
Apple Rating 3.8/5Facebook 131 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact
99. RetireJapan TV
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RetireJapan TV is a monthly show about personal finance in Japan with news, deep dives on specific topics, interviews with guests, and as much Q&A as you can handle.
Category Personal Finance, Living and Working Conditions, Community Involvement and Tradition
Hosts Ben Tanaka, Daniel Davis
Producer/Network RetireJapan
Email ****@retirejapan.info
Location Japan
Facebook 2.9KTwitter 2.6K Avg Length 121 min Format Extended Get Email Contact
100. Japan 2.0 - Japanese Subculture
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Two guys podcasting about the obscure side of Japan you haven't heard about but probably should.
Category Subculture, Contemporary Lifestyle, Rural Adventures
Hosts David, Matt
Producer/Network David and Matt
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Japan
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.2KTwitter 148Instagram 537 Get Email Contact
Japan shows hosts and producers
Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Total Episodes | Twitter Handle | Twitter Followers | |
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Chris Broad | Co Host | shows.acast.com/4d1eb966-6f07-4562-b9f1-9fd512f9631e | 59 | @abroadinjapan | 454K | |
Pete Donaldson | Co Host | shows.acast.com/4d1eb966-6f07-4562-b9f1-9fd512f9631e | 59 | @petedonaldson | 46.1K | |
Pope Mitsugi | Co Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anime-addicts-anonymous/id324698394 | @popemitsugi | 547 | ||
Mason | Co Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anime-addicts-anonymous/id324698394 | ||||
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Tomo | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkinjapanese | @l_t_i_j | |||
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