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Abroad in Japan

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Dec 3, 2023 • 20min

On the road in a tiny car, with Natsuki and Ryotaro!

21 days. A 2,000km Journey Across Japan - and Ryotaro has joined the crew! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - have you ever seen a bigger bargain than Chris' cheap, tiny car? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 31min

The Most Awkward Conversation with a Stranger on a Japanese Train

Hosts discuss the dangers of buying magic tricks online, including a poorly made cane product. Natsuki's wind tunnel mishap and acupuncture treatment in London with a mind-boggling magic trick. Various random topics like encounters with Shigeru Miyamoto, bear attacks in Japan, and a politician needing an assault rifle. Exploring the significance of a 7 out of 10 rating in the video game community. Introducing upcoming guests and expressing gratitude to the listeners.
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Nov 26, 2023 • 34min

Hilton Hotels Vs. Japan: How Offensive was Their Removed Commercial?

Do you prefer a personal touch when it comes to hotels? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 22, 2023 • 26min

Why Japanese Hospitality is Insanely Great

The podcast discusses personal stories, frustration with finding equipment, useful Japanese words and phrases, TV shows and a beer advertisement, and the summer heat in Japan.
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Nov 19, 2023 • 26min

Abroad in Japan’s Biggest Ever Project Kicks off in December!

The podcast discusses a big announcement and the pros and cons of Natsky. They talk about the weather and upcoming project in Tahoku. They explore the emergence of a new island and discuss perceptions of Japan and travel experiences. They also share their visit to the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and invite listeners to participate in their upcoming project in Japan.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 37min

How $250,000 of Japanese Kit Kats Got Stolen in America

Discussion about insecure webcams and the importance of securing cameras for privacy. A filming trip to Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, encountering viewers and annoyance of people only wanting photos. The exorbitant prices of alcoholic beverages in Japan, from $13,000 whiskies to $400 shots of Hennessy brandy. Stacking Kit Kats with a sausage in the middle. Delving into the concept of yōkai in Japan and their favorite aspects of Japanese culture. The process of importing cars from Japan to the UK and the US.
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Nov 12, 2023 • 28min

Why Teaching English in Japan Just Got Harder...

Discussion about the dangers of silver flammable Christmas trees from the 80s, protests in London and offensive political symbols, fascination with sumo robots and potential popularity of sword-fighting robots, humorous story about a mistaken interaction in an onsen, challenges and drawbacks of working for English teaching companies in Japan, hosts' recent trip to Tokyo and experiences visiting Shinjuku train station and wrestling arena
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Nov 8, 2023 • 30min

Japan’s Electric Car Boom!

The podcast discusses Pete's excitement for a nail gun, Halloween restrictions in Shibuya, Japan's role in the global car market and embrace of electric vehicles, competition between Sony and Chinese companies in the camera market, downfall of Japanese companies due to lack of software investment, and visiting onsens and coordinating with friends.
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Nov 5, 2023 • 32min

Is Japan using Using AI actors to avoid Scandal?

The podcast discusses the hosts' deep affection for Japan and their star-struck encounters with celebrities. They explore the use of AI in videos and its potential impact on professions. The hosts also share their travel experiences in Japan, including sneaking onto a Shinkansen and searching for rare bottles.
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Nov 1, 2023 • 35min

Is THIS Japan's Ugliest Place?

Topics include YouTube subscriptions, car shipping from Japan to the UK, a visit to a Toyota specialist, the Tokaimura nuclear incident in Ibaraki, a Green Chef sponsorship and Fact Machine segment, teaching challenges and recommended books, and exploring Edo Wonderland theme park in Japan.

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