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Can I Go To Japan Yet?
Episode 101
Japan has been slow to open up to tourism since the beginning of the pandemic, but things are starting to change. Join Jason and Paul as they discuss…
3 years, 11 months ago
The City of Kyoto
Episode 100
Kyoto is a city bursting at the seams with temples, shrines, and history. It served as the capital for over 1,000 years and is the perfect destinatio…
4 years, 4 months ago
The Tea Ceremony
Episode 99
The Japanese tea ceremony is one of the three classical Japanese arts of refinement. This method of preparing and serving matcha involves a set of pr…
4 years, 5 months ago
Tofukuji
Episode 98
Tofukuji is one of the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and is one of the city’s most popular temples for tourists. Join Jason and Paul as they explor…
4 years, 5 months ago
Dogs
Episode 97
Dogs are popular pets in Japan and have been for thousands of years. Join Jason and Paul as they learn about Japan’s six native dog breeds and what r…
4 years, 6 months ago
The City of Kobe
Episode 96
Kobe is a city in the Kansai region that is famous for producing some of the best beef in the world, as well as for its sake tradition and internatio…
4 years, 6 months ago
Idols
Episode 95
In Japan, the term “idol” refers to attractive young entertainers who primarily sing, act, dance, and model, among other things. Join Jason and Paul …
4 years, 7 months ago
Amusement Parks
Episode 94
Japan is home to hundreds of amusement parks and theme parks, many of which offer experiences that can’t be had anywhere else. Join Jason and Paul as…
4 years, 7 months ago
The Chugoku Region
Episode 93
The Chugoku region is located on the westernmost part of Honshu, Japan’s largest main island. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many things to …
4 years, 8 months ago
Yakuza
Episode 92
Yakuza are members of organized crime syndicates that have been active in Japan for hundreds of years. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the dark u…
4 years, 8 months ago