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Back to SearchUnexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125
Episode 125
This time we're taking a deep dive into the history of the Japanese word for fart: onara. Where did it come from? What is its true meaning? What is i…
2 years, 3 months ago
The Real Reason I Walked from Kyoto to Tokyo | Japan Station 124
Episode 124
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why I decided to walk the old Tokaido Road in 2023 and the impact it had. This episode features a spe…
2 years, 3 months ago
Why Learning Japanese is POINTLESS (for most..) | Japan Station 123
Episode 123
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about why you shouldn't try to learn Japanese.
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How AI and translation software are makin…2 years, 3 months ago
How Akira Toriyama Changed the World & My Life | Japan Station 122
Episode 122
On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the manga creator Akira Toriyama and his impact on the world and my life.
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About th…2 years, 4 months ago
We Bought a Geisha House! About Geisha House Atami | Japan Station 121
Episode 121
On this episode of Japan Station, we're talking to the owners of Geisha House Atami and learning about what it's like to buy an old house in Japan, r…
2 years, 5 months ago
My 3 Worst Japanese Mistakes | Japan Station 120
Episode 120
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the worst 3 mistakes I made while learning Japanese.
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About the history of Kabosu th…2 years, 6 months ago
Why there's a DOGE statue in Japan! | Japan Station 119
Episode 119
On this episode of Japan Station, we learn about the new statue of the famous Kabosu the shibainu (a.k.a. Doge) that was erected in Sakura City, Chib…
2 years, 6 months ago
Happy New Year 2024! | Japan Station 118.5
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2 years, 7 months ago
5 TIPS to Make Your Japan Trip GREAT!😊| Japan Station 118
Episode 118
On this episode of Japan Station, licensed travel guide Miyuki Seguchi shares 5 travel tips that will help you make the most out of your next visit t…
2 years, 8 months ago
MAID Massage in AKIHABARA: My Review | Japan Station 117
Episode 117
On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about what it was like getting a massage by a maid in Akihabara.
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About Akihabara Maid Ref…2 years, 8 months ago