10 Best Japan Travel Podcasts

1. Abroad in Japan

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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. Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Hosts Chris Broad, Pete Donaldson
Producer/Network Stak
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 250k-1M
Recent Guest Ryotaro
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 5.4KFacebook 202.2KTwitter 446.4KInstagram 457K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. 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 Hosts Jason Nieling, Paul Bresin
Producer/Network Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 308Facebook 4.8KTwitter 54Instagram 3.3K Avg Length 81 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Japan Experts: Effortless Planning for Meaningful Travel

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The Japan Experts, hosted by licensed guide Miyuki Seguchi, is your go-to podcast for planning a meaningful trip to Japan without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're shaping your itinerary, navigating Japan's transport, or looking to experience the culture more deeply, each episode shares local insight and practical guidance to help you travel with confidence and create lasting memories. Find out more: miyukiseguchi.commore Host Miyuki Seguchi
Producer/Network Licensed Guide Miyuki Seguchi
Email ****@miyukiseguchi.com
Location Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 66Twitter 140Instagram 2K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Japan Travel Smart

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Japan Travel Smart is a biweekly podcast all about the joy of travel through Japan far and wide, from the perspective of a frequent traveler who just can't get enough of the place that does it best.more Host Johny
Producer/Network Travel Smart Productions
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 67Twitter 22 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Lost Without Japan

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A Bi-Weekly adventure on all things Japan, our lost without moments and so much more.
Producer/Network Michael Schuelke
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests David, Maurice +2 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 8Instagram 449 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. 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 Hosts Chris Nilghe, Patricia
Producer/Network TDR Explorer
Email ****@tdrexplorer.com
Location Chiba, Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 152Facebook 50KTwitter 20.2KInstagram 135.1K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. The Japan Travel Writer's Podcast

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Japan-based travel writers Tom Fay and Rob Goss chat about travel in Japan - from destination guides and cultural deep dives to behind the scenes looks at being travel writers.Between them, they've written or contributed to more than 50 books on Japan, including Lonely Planet guides, Tom's book on hiking the Japan Alps and Rob's recent book, Another Japan, which looks at cultural preservation and regeneration in rural Japan. Tom has also written for the Guardian, Wanderlust and Japan Times, Rob for the BBC, TIME, and various National Geographic titles.more Producer/Network Tom Fay and Rob Goss
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Instagram 11 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. The Japan Travel Pros Podcast

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A local perspective on Japan travel. Hosted by Ari from Japan Travel Pros, the pod gets into the questions, debates, myths, mistakes & choices that shape a Japan trip. Expect practical advice from seasoned veterans in the Japan travel industry. Strong opinions, occasional detours and a lot of talk about what really matters for planning & enjoying memorable trips to Japan - without getting overwhelmed.more Producer/Network Japan Travel Pros
Email ****@japantravelpros.com
Location Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Instagram 17 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Train-ing In Japan

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Do you have an interest in Japan? Trains? Then 'Train-ing In Japan' is the podcast for you. Tune in to hear everything train related, learn about prime travel destinations and unveil a side of Japan you have yet to discover.more Host Karune Walker
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 12Facebook 41Twitter 237Instagram 104 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

10. Kyoto Fun Podcast

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The perfect travel companion for Japan. The Kyoto Fun podcast is filled with tips, insights and fun stories from a professional tour guide based in Kyoto, Japan. Learn all about what makes Japan such a fascinating place. We talk about how to order in restaurants, how to find great sushi, table manners, public baths, geisha culture, samurai, current events and much much more. We also interview local experts of food culture, zen Buddhism, tea ceremony and more. Enjoy learning all about Japan before you come!more Host Niall Gibson
Email ****@kyotofun.com
Location Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 25Facebook 1.1KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact