Podcast Episodes

Akiya: Japan's Empty Homes ft. Anton Wormann

Season 6 Episode 9

DIY Enthusiast & the man behind "Anton in Japan" YouTube Channel, Anton Wörmann joins the Krewe to talk about akiya, Japan's abandoned home phenomenon, and how he’s transforming them into stunning sp…

Published on 11 hours ago

Season 6 Midseason Update

Season 6

A quick update from the Krewe on a short release break & things to come! Big things poppin' with the Krewe!!

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The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponso…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Social Media & Perceptions of Japan

Season 6 Episode 8

Jenn and Doug dive into how social media shapes global perceptions of Japan—both the good and the misleading. From viral content to common myths, they explore what’s real, what’s exaggerated, and why…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Shochu 101 ft. Christopher Pellegrini

Season 6 Episode 7

Think you know Japanese alcohol? Think again. In this episode, the Krewe dives into shochu — Japan’s most beloved distilled spirit that somehow still flies under the radar outside the country. We sit…

Published on 3 months ago

Being Vegan in Japan ft. Leonore of itadakihealthy

Season 6 Episode 6

Thinking of going vegan in Japan? This week, the Krewe chats with Leonore of itadakihealthy about navigating the unique challenges of being vegan in Japan. From hidden ingredients and dining tips to …

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz

Season 6 Episode 5

In Part 2 of our Japanese soccer series, journalist Dan Orlowitz returns to help us explore how Japan’s soccer scene is making waves across the globe! We dive into Samurai Blue’s international succes…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz

Season 6 Episode 4

The Krewe is kicking off a 2-part series on Japanese soccer! In Part 1, journalist Dan Orlowitz joins the Krewe to break down Japan’s domestic soccer scene — the J.League. From league structure and t…

Published on 4 months ago

Inside Japanese Language Schools ft. Langston Hill

Season 6 Episode 3

Ever wondered what it’s like to study Japanese in Japan? This week, the Krewe sits down with Langston Hill — administrator at a Tokyo-based language school and Japanese language content creator — to …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura

Season 6 Episode 2

The Krewe gets an exclusive inside look at Expo 2025 Osaka with Sachiko Yoshimura, the Director General of Public Relations & Promotion! We dive into the massive planning behind the event, Japan’s ri…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rakugo: Comedy on a Cushion ft. Katsura Sunshine

Season 6 Episode 1

Season 6 kicks off with laughter, tradition, and international flair! The Krewe sits down with Katsura Sunshine, a Canadian-born rakugo performer bringing Japan’s 400-year-old comedic storytelling ar…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago