

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 21, 2018 • 47min
Abroad in Japan : Six things we'd change about Japan!
Unnoticed mummified remains, coerced confessions, high-tech toilets vs. squat toilets, cultural frustrations and dining experiences in Japan, addiction to Pocari Sweat, challenges of living in Japan with key money for renters, workplace dynamics, and innovative cat litter and premium travel essentials.

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Mar 14, 2018 • 46min
Abroad In Japan : Natsuki and the Japanese love hotel!
Natsuki and the hosts explore Japanese love hotel culture, sharing creepy-crawly encounters and credit card mishaps. They learn Japanese words and try a GoPro on a sushi conveyor belt, creating a fun and informative episode.

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Mar 7, 2018 • 47min
Abroad In Japan : Why is everything so small?
Exploring tiny living in Japan with a focus on capsule hotels, unique apartment designs, and compact living arrangements. Dive into experiences with small spaces, Japanese salarymen, and mishaps involving soy sauce seeping from walls. Discover the evolution of capsule hotels from Japan to London and explore a vast Tokyo department store offering a range of quirky products.

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Feb 28, 2018 • 33min
Abroad In Japan : Japanese Policemen and Beatboxing Teachers!
This podcast discusses encounters with Japanese policemen, including a speeding ticket, mistaken identity, and beatboxing in English classes. The hosts share funny stories about navigating Japanese culture and law enforcement. They also explore opportunities in teaching English in Japan, cultural contrasts, gaming console preferences, and a new smoking device that reduces harmful chemicals.

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Feb 21, 2018 • 41min
Abroad In Japan : Food!
This podcast explores the challenges of finding good sushi in Japan, weight loss struggles, climbing Mount Fuji, cultural fusion in British pubs, and the consequences of maintaining false online personas.

Feb 14, 2018 • 46min
Abroad In Japan: Valentines Day!
The podcast explores Valentines Day in Japan, wood-based skyscrapers, and a potential stalking incident with Ken Watanabe. It includes funny anecdotes about Post-it notes, awkward TV encounters, and Tinder adventures in Japan.