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It's Real to Us - The Wrestling ShowWrestleMania Preview & Predictions Part 2YEET!!! The Superbowl of professional wrestling, WrestleMania, is nearly here BABYYYYY, and you better believe we're going to talk about everything scheduled for the massive weekend of wrestling ahead. Come laugh and listen to Anthony "The Mark," Nate "Diggity Dawg," and Nick "Joh Snow" Harris as they discuss half of the WrestleMania 40 card. Plus, CHECK OUT OUR NEW STUDIO BABYYYYY over on YouTube! 2024-04-0438 min
Christ Covenant ChurchPreaching Out of Season - Part 2 (2Ti 4:2; 1Ti 4:7) = Controversial topics must be addressed and their silly myths put to rest. Truth: a reminder (Joh 18:38 “What is truth?”): 1) truth is not determined by personal or public tolerance (Joh 6:51-60; Eph 1:10; Hence Rom 12:1-2), 2) truth is determined by a proposition’s agreement with God’s Spirit (i.e., the Word of God) not the spirit of the world (Mat 4:4; Joh 6:61-63, 17:17; Act 17:10-12; Eph 6:17; Eph 2:1-2; Col 2:8 w/20; Hence 1Jo 4:1 and Rom 12:1-2), 3) you cannot be Jesus’ disciple (i.e., a saved person) yet rejecting truth or listening to the error of this worl...2023-02-191h 04
TV Blackbox & McKnight TonightTV BLACKBOX at the LogiesRob's on the red carpet and things are getting loose!Honestly, you will hear things you won't hear in other red carpet interviews... including the long-awaited meeting between Anthony Callea and Rob McKnight (google it).00.38 - Rebekah Elmaloglou3.19 - Stefan Dennis5.07 - Anthony Callea and husband Tim Campbell7.07 - Jennifer Keyte8.24 - Joh Griggs11.13 - Shaynna Blaze12.58 - James Tobin14.24 - Shelly Craft17.42 - Claudia Karvan18.58 - Tim McDonald20.43 - Rowena Wallace22.07 - Sarah Harris25.42 - James Taylor - Head of SBS26.40 - Hamish Blake and Brickman28.49 - Sophie Monk30.16 - Joel...2022-06-1957 min
Tokyo PodcastThe History of the Yamanote Line With Michael FilewoodHow accessible is Japan to someone in a wheelchair? In recent years Japan has made a big push to improve accessibility with high marks in some areas and a lack of improvement in others.
The post The History of the Yamanote Line With Michael Filewood appeared first on Tokyo Podcast.2021-04-2400 minTokyo PodcastCommon Resume Mistakes When Looking for a Job in JapanDon't make these common resume mistakes when applying for a job in Japan.
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Tokyo PodcastThe History of the Yamanote LineIn this show I am talking with Michael Filewood about the history of the Yamanote Line and how it evolved as a cargo hauler to the life line of the city today.2021-03-2933 min
Tokyo PodcastMost Common Resume MistakesThese are some of the common sense mistakes that I feel all the time from people who are looking for a job in Japan. 2021-03-2629 min
Spiraken Review PodcastSpiraken Mini Movie Review: The Lego Star Wars Holiday SpecialA Long Time Ago...
In an apartment far far away...
Xan & Gretta review a very special Holiday special that is one part parody, one part homage, and one part comedy. Is it superior to the original Star Wars Holiday Special from 1977? Well get your brick on and find out as they review the comedy holiday lego movie The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special directed by Ken Cunningham and starring Anthony Daniels, Helen Sadler, Omar Miller, Jake Green, Kelly Marie Tran, Matt Sloan, and Billy Dee Williams.
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Tokyo PodcastMy Favourite Youtubers In JapanIn this episode, Tokyo Podcast’s host Anthony Joh discusses his move back to Canada, how it will impact the show, and some recommended Japanese Youtubers to tide viewers over until the next episode.2020-08-2531 minTokyo PodcastMy Favourite Youtubers In JapanWhile I'm not a huge fan of the j-vlogger style videos, here'a few Japan centric YouTube videos to keep you occupied during the pandemic.
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Tokyo PodcastCOVID-19 In Japan: What Happens If You Catch The Virus?In this episode, Tokyo Podcast’s host Anthony Joh interviews a friend of his who contracted the coronavirus while living abroad in Japan. This episode will cover some basics of Japan’s healthcare, as well as what you can expect if you contract COVID-19 while living in Japan. https://tokyo-podcast.com/covid-in-japan-what-happens-if-you-catch-the-virus/2020-08-1147 minTokyo PodcastCOVID-19 In Japan: What Happens If You Catch The Virus?The number of positive COVID-19 cases in Japan has surged in recent weeks. My guest today recently caught the virus and tells us of his experience in dealing with the Japanese health care system.
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We Travel There with Lee HuffmanTokyo, Japan | Sumo Wrestling, Sushi Train & Hachiko Dog StatueWe're in Tokyo, Japan with Anthony Joh of the Tokyo Podcast. We talk about sumo matches, sushi trains, and the story of the Hachiko dog. Show notes are at https://WeTravelThere.com/tokyo Acorns invests your spare change automatically on every purchase. Plus, you can earn Found Money by shopping at participating retailers. It's a great way to easily build up your travel fund. For a limited time, sign up at wetravelthere.com/acorns and we’ll both earn $5.2020-08-1034 minTokyo PodcastHow Accessible Is Japan For Someone In A Wheelchair?How accessible is Japan to someone in a wheelchair? In recent years Japan has made a big push to improve accessibility with high marks in some areas and a lack of improvement in others.
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Tokyo PodcastHow Accessible Is Japan For Someone In a Wheelchair?On this show I talk with Josh Grisdale about his experiences of living and working in Japan while using a wheelchair.2020-07-121h 06Tokyo PodcastPure Invention: How Japan’s Pop Culture Conquered the World With Matt AltA fascinating look at how Japan became a cultural superpower through the fantastic inventions that captured and transformed the world's imagination.
The post Pure Invention: How Japan’s Pop Culture Conquered the World With Matt Alt appeared first on Tokyo Podcast.2020-07-0300 minTokyo PodcastDealing With Life’s Challenges With Rieko Uesaki2020 has been a roller coaster of emotions for many of us and on this show I talk with Rieko Uesaki about discuss strategies for maintaining mental wellness in these uncertain times.
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Tokyo PodcastPure Invention: How Japan’s Pop Culture Conquered the WorldA fun talk with author Matt Alt about his new book, 'Pure Invention: How Japan’s Pop Culture Conquered the World' about how the accidental success of Japan's soft power initiative has shaped the world.2020-06-2938 min
Tokyo PodcastDealing With Life's Challenges With Rieko UesakiHow do we cope with all the changes that have happened in 2020? If you're feeling lost I discuss strategies you can use to help you find your direction and deal with the uncertainty of life. 2020-06-2155 minTokyo PodcastCost Of Giving Birth In Japan With LaShawn ToyodaWhat's it like having a baby in Japan without speaking much Japanese? My guest is LaShawn Toyoda who recently gave birth to her first child and joins me to talk about her experience.
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Tokyo PodcastThe Cost Of Having A Baby In Japan With LaShawn ToyodaFor many women giving birth to their first baby can be an exhilarating but scary time. Now imagine doing that in a foreign country where you don’t speak the language. My guest today is LaShawn Toyoda who recently gave birth to her first child and joins me on the show today to talk about her experience.2020-06-1551 minTokyo PodcastInside The World Of Japanese Idols With ありすIdols groups are a unique part of Japanese and on this episode Alice shares with us her story of breaking into the industry, insights into the idol culture, and thoughts on why fans are primarily middle-aged men.
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Tokyo PodcastInside The World Of Japanese Idols With ありすOn one of my previous shows where I talked about my favourite movies that are set in Japan I mentioned the documentary film called Tokyo Idols. It’s a fantastic look into the idol culture here in Japan and I highly recommend everyone to check it out. To find out more about the idol culture in Japan I’ve invited Alice on the show. She is the head of an upcoming idol group called Maidoremi and they perform at various events around Tokyo.2020-06-0951 minTokyo PodcastThe Challenge Of Living As A Hafu In JapanBeing a hafu in Japan often means struggling with identity, isolation and difficulties fitting into a country that doesn't fully accept them as Japanese.
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Tokyo PodcastWhat It's Like Being A 'Hafu' In JapanaWhat is it like for mixed race people to live in Japan? On this show I interview three "hafus" about their experiences of living in Japan.2020-06-0343 min
Tokyo PodcastCan You Live In Japan Without Speaking Japanese?We’ve received variations of this question often—”Can I live in Japan without speaking Japanese?” “How much Japanese should I learn if I want to work in Japan?”—but this episode was ultimately sparked by one of our listeners who asked how Japanese people would react to a non-Japanese-speaking foreigner traveling through Japan. This week, Anthony answers all of these questions in one episode and shares his wisdom based on his years of living in Japan, working with Japanese clients, and traveling in Japan, all without speaking Japanese. https://tokyo-podcast.com/live-work-travel-japan-without-speaking-japanese/2020-05-2634 minTokyo PodcastCan You Live, Work Or Travel In Japan Without Speaking Japanese?Anthony shares his thoughts on living in Japan, working with Japanese clients, and traveling in Japan, all without speaking Japanese.
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Tokyo PodcastStarting A Successful Cloud Business In Japan with Chris BaekThe website for my next guest promotes their service by saying “InCloud offers industry leading consulting and development services for cloud and IoT products.” Now if you don’t have any idea on what that means don’t worry, neither does anyone else in Japan and that’s why my guest today is going to make a fortune bringing Japan into the digital world. Chris Beak is the CEO of Incloud and he joins me today to talk about the growth of his business and his thoughts on being an entrepreneur in Japan.2020-05-1833 min
Tokyo PodcastTraveling In Japan While Blind With Tony VegaFor a lot of people coming to Japan for the first time can be a confusing and intimidating experience. The sheer number of people, size of the city, extensive train lines and a confusing language can make your first few days in Japan a difficult one. Now imagine doing all of that but without the ability to see what’s going on around you. My guest today is Tony Vega and he has a condition called Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy, which is a condition that reduced the amount of vision that he has. We disc...2020-05-1241 min
Tokyo PodcastReading About Japanese Culture With Osusume BooksYuka Ogasawara a self-described bookworm, noticed that a lot of foreigners were interested in Japanese literature, but not many knew where to look beyond the Haruki Murakami threshold. She started recommending Japanese books that she liked, and this eventually evolved into Osusume Books. Read more: Reading About Japanese Culture With Osusume Books2020-05-0633 min
Tokyo PodcastWorking As A Salaryman In Japan With Michael HowardMichael Howard is an American businessman who moved from American to Japan to work in a traditional Japanese company. His new book, 'The Salaryman' documents the trials and tribulations of trying to fit in to the Japanese Way. Working as a salaryman in Japan2020-04-2746 min
Japan Station: A Podcast About Japan & Japanese Culture by JapanKyo.comAnthony Joh of Tokyo PodcastOn this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by Anthony Joh of Tokyo Podcast. About Anthony Joh Anthony Joh is an entrepreneur, digital marketing consultant, and longtime podcaster. After moving to Thailand about a decade ago Anthony helped start The Bangkok Podcast. He then started the long-running Tokyo Podcast after relocating to Japan. He recently started releasing episodes of Tokyo Podcast again after an extended hiatus. Topics Discussed Some of the most memorable episodes of Tokyo Podcast How and why Anthony decided to start podcasting while living in...2020-04-2356 min
Tokyo PodcastThe Best Podcasts About Japan 2020Last week, our host Anthony offered a list of his favourite movies set in Japan, to help you ease the boredom of quarantine. This week, he discusses his favourite podcasts in Japan. The list is longer, so we’ve grouped everything into four categories: business podcasts in Japan, podcasts on living in Japan, podcasts for learning Japanese, and podcasts about Japanese culture. Read More: The Best Podcasts About Japan 20202020-04-1826 min
Tokyo PodcastMy Favourite Movies That Are Set In JapanAnthony shares with us some of his favourite movies that are set in Japan. Some of these you might know, but others may offer new material to enjoy while you’re isolated at home. Mr. Baseball Black Rain The Last Samurai Shin Godzilla Tokyo Idols Lost in Translation Read More: My Favourite Movies That Are Set In Japan2020-04-1155 min
Tokyo PodcastWhy I Moved Back To JapanAfter leaving Japan in 2011 I never thought I would move back. On this show I talk about why I decided to leave Japan only to return a couple years later and why starting a travel business right now was probably a dumb idea. Read More: Why I Moved Back To Japan2020-04-0939 min
Radio MarinaraRadio Marinara - 28 July 2019Radio Marinara turns 1000! Way back in December 1996, Tim Allen, Dave Speller and Anthony Boxshall launched a summer fill on RRR that still has not gone away...Bron will talk with Tim, Dave and Anth about the origins of Marinara and all our recollections of what RM has done over the years.We will play some snippets of our some our favourite interviews going more than 22 years ago. Some other old voices will join us, including Joh Ford. And more...We will highlight some of the movements that RM has been involved in shining...2019-07-2851 min
Tokyo PodcastWhat Are Your Best Options For Studying In Japan?It’s becoming more and more common to travel abroad to study. However, if you’re thinking about studying Japanese in Japan, there are some things you need to keep in mind. In today’s show our host Anthony Joh gives us his opinion on the best three options to make it happen! Read More: What Are Your Best Options For Studying In Japan?2018-11-1624 min
Tokyo PodcastHow Old Is Too Old To Move To Japan?On this show I will talk about the pros and cons of moving to Japan in your 20s, 30s or 40s and an old Japanese guy doesn't know how to use a computer! Read More: How Old Is Too Old To Move To Japan?2018-11-1635 min
Tokyo PodcastThe Amazing Convenience of the Japanese KombiniA few months of being back in Canada and our host Anthony Joh is thinking that he’s missing one of the best things about Japan and it is the the Japanese convenience stores! It’s not fair to compare the famous Japanese ‘kombinis’ with the convenience stores of the rest of the world. The Canadian convenience stores are neither convenient nor are they a very good store, offering mostly junk food and minimal services. Japanese convenience stores on the other hand are the epitome of convenient and is one of the things that you’ll take fo...2018-07-2730 min
Tokyo Podcast7 Random Tips For Living In TokyoOn this show Anthony talks about his return to Canada and gives you seven random tips that made living in Tokyo just a little easier. Start studying Japanese as soon as you arrive Buy a good set of noise cancelling headphones Learn which side of the train your exit is Spend your cash and collect your change Buy rechargeable batteries Master your google-fu Make true Japanese friends Read More: 7 Random Tips For Living In Tokyo2018-07-1738 min
Tokyo PodcastUpdate on Renting an Apartment In TokyoIn this episode we guide you through the process of finding and setting-up your new home in Tokyo. The last time we spoke about renting an apartment in Japan was in Episode 49 of Season 1 - almost five years ago. With a few more Japan-based years under his belt, Anthony shares the best of his knowledge to make your apartment search as easy as possible. Read more: Update on Renting an Apartment In Tokyo2017-12-0340 min
Tokyo Podcast5 Things I Love and Hate About Living in JapanAfter nearly five years MIA, Tokyo Podcast is back with Series 2. If you’re one of the listeners who stuck around – thank you! Much of Series 1 is still relevant, but let’s be honest, a lot can happen in half a decade. Our host, Anthony Joh, will be leaving Japan next year, so now seemed like the perfect time to bring you some fresh, updated content. In this episode, Anthony reflects upon his time in Japan by talking about his 5 favourite - and least favourite – things. Read more: 5 Things I Love and Hate About Liv...2017-11-1553 min
JesuiticalWhy can’t there be a magazine out there that doesn’t make women feel terrible? Ep. 24For millions of women around the world, women’s magazines—from Teen Vogue and Seventeen to Cosmopolitan and Glamour—have played a pivotal role in the way we are taught to view ourselves. These publications condition the way we view our hair, bodies, sexuality and relationships. But what are the damaging effects these publications can have on women? This week, we talk with Kara Eschbach, founder, CEO and editor in chief of Verily Magazine, “a photoshop-free magazine empowering women to be their best selves.” We talk with Kara about Verily’s mission statement, the differences between Catholic and secular m...2017-08-0438 min
The Plant-Based Entrepreneur ShowEpisode #12 – Cory Warren: Fuel For Families with The Lean Green DadListen here or on iTunes. "If you're not able to paint the picture of how a brand will be helped by working with you, then you're dead in the water. You gotta do something for the big brands first, for free. And when you do it, make it awesome. Make it amazing!"
CORY WARREN
I love flow. Not just that state when you are so into whatever your work that time seems to soften up around you, but also when events flow your way. Like when I put a name on my list of people I want to interview on...2016-11-301h 10
The Bangkok PodcastBangkok 2.0 Meets 1.0 - Anthony Joh Gives Us An UpdateBangkok tried to kill Evo this week, so Greg sat down for a conversation with Anthony Joh, the original co-host of the Bangkok Podcast. (Direct download .mp3) Anthony Joh was one half of the original lineup on the Bangkok Podcast. He’s spent the last five years in Japan and caught up with Greg when he was back in the Big Mango. As you might imagine, Tony has noticed a lot of changes to his once home in those years. The burning question? Which country is better? We don’t want to give it away, but...2016-10-3132 min
Just Japan PodcastJust Japan Podcast 96: Finding a Job in JapanIn Episode 96 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea speaks with Anthony Joh about finding work in Japan. Anthony is the editor of the GaijinPot website. GaijinPot has the biggest English-language job board in Japan and is an important place to visit if looking for work in a variety of industires in Japan. GaijinPot is also known for its blog that shares information about culture and life in Japan. Kevin and Anthony talk about jobs available for foreigners in Japan, qualifications as well as job searching and hunting tips. Anthony discusses topics such as finding work in Japan f...2016-01-181h 04
PodSlashFriday the 13th Part 5: A New BeginningThe delving into of the Friday the 13th franchise by the PodSlashers continues this week with one of the most confusing movies in the series. Part 5 offers a new variety of killer, this time in the form of a crazy EMT. How did this crazy iteration hold up?
Friday the 13th Part 5: A New Beginning (Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning
Director: Danny Steinmann
Writer: Martin Kitrosser, David Cohen
Starring: Melanie Kinnaman, Joh Sheperd, Anthony Barrile, and Corey Feldman
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Just Japan PodcastJust Japan Podcast 30: GaijinPot and the GPodIn Episode 30 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks to Anthony Joh, Editor of GaijinPot.com. GaijinPot is often known for it's Japan job board, but also has many other great services such as the GaijinPot Blog, a Japanese language learning section and travel information. Anthony and Kevin also discuss finding work in Japan and Anthony gives some great advice and job hunting tips. We also discuss the GPod, the GaijinPot podcast.
Just Japan Podcast home: http://busankevin.com
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Anime Addicts AnonymousAAA 191The Anime Addicts are joined by Anthony Joh of GaijinPot to discuss working and finding a job in Japan! We also do impressions on Makai Ouji: Devil's and Realist, Gin no Sai, and more! We do a review on Ironman: Rise of the Technovore! Don't miss it!2013-08-301h 55Anime Addicts AnonymousA.A.A. Interviews: Anthony JohThe Anime Addicts conduct an interview with Anthony Joh from Gaijinpot.com. Gaijinpot is the largest English job board that helps English speakers find jobs in Japan. Anthony is here to help answer many common questions people what to go to Japan typically ask.2013-08-2543 min
Tokyo PodcastStudying in Japan with Go Go NihonStarting with a simple domain name and website, Davide Rossi has built Go Go Nihon into a hugely successful company that brings students from around the world to study in Japan. Anthony also announces that this will be the final episode of Tokyo Podcast. He wants to thank each and everyone of the guests who came on the show to tell their story. Also a big thank you to everyone who downloaded the show each week and sent in your feedback and comments. Not one to stay offline for long, Anthony is already hard at w...2013-01-2636 min
Tokyo PodcastHow To Rent An Apartment In Tokyo With Adam GermanOne of the first major hurdles that many foreigners face when moving to Japan is renting an apartment. Renting an apartment in Japan is a complicated process filled with all sorts of historic regulations and procedures, strange acronyms, and more fees than you can possibly imagine. To help us understand this process I am joined by Adam German from Real Estate Japan, who is going to guide us through the necessary steps of securing your new home away from home. Renting an apartment in Tokyo2013-01-1951 min
Tokyo PodcastIshinomaki: Then And NowThe small town of Ishinomaki was one of the hardest hit from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, which traveled up to 5 miles inland the tsunami destroyed over 40% of the buildings and left the small town devastated. Eight months after the tsunami, documentary filmmaker Paul Johannessen visited Ishinomaki and interviewed a number of residents to find out about the recovery effort. What he found was a strong community who are working hard to rebuilt their lives and their town. Ishinomaki: Then And Now2013-01-0533 min
Tokyo PodcastTraveling In Japan By Wheelchair With Ashley OlsonWith it’s busy sidewalks and endless stairs in and out of the train stations, is Japan closed off to someone in a wheelchair or is it surprisingly accessible? On this show I talk to Ashley Olson who runs the website about traveling around the world by wheelchair. She recently completed her first trip to Japan and she joins me to talk about thoughts on how accessible Japan is. 2013-01-0336 min
Tokyo PodcastSocial Media In Japan With Robin SakaiAnthony is back after a busy couple of weeks at his new job at GajinPot to bring you a new show all about the different social media networks in Japan. With guest Robin Sakai from Social500, we take a look at the origins of social media in Japan and how the old guard is changing to match the consumer needs. Anthony also welcomes back to the show past guest Ashley Thompson from Surviving in Japan who shares with us her latest venture, Go Tabi Japan which aims to make it easier for visitors to Japan. ...2012-09-2350 min
Tokyo PodcastWhy Jiro Dreams Of Sushi With David GeldJiro Dreams of Sushi is a documentary film by Mr. David Gelb that follows the daily life of 85 year old Jiro Ono who is widely considered to be the world's greatest sushi chef. The film is an intimate look at Jiro's philosophies on work and life and his insistence on absolute perfection when making sushi. The film also explores the secondary characters that all contribute to the restaurant, from the fish seller at the Tsukiji Market, to the restaurant staff who struggle to meet Jiro's high standards to the relationship between Jiro and his eldest son, who i...2012-09-0230 min
Tokyo PodcastJapan Architecture Tours With Robert DayJapan is a country of great contrast with architecture that is an eclectic mix of ancient and modern, east and west. Tokyo is a dynamic metropolis where you will find some of the worlds most unique and fascinating architecture. Kyoto is a city steeped in tradition with an abundance of ancient temples, shrines and gardens scattered throughout a bustling modern city. On this show I talk to architect Robert Day about his 10 day Architecture tour that he runs in Japan. We talk about the different Architecture styles that are unique to Japan and what to look for...2012-08-2938 min
Tokyo PodcastAlways Reading Caravan With Yoshimi HoriuchiYoshimi Horiuchi runs a non-profit organization called Always Reading Caravan that provides mobile library services to families in the rural areas of Thailand. The program mainly aims to provide story books to children with disabilities who otherwise would not have access to these type of books. Yoshimi herself has been blind since she was a child and she joins Anthony to talk about the difficulties she faces in living and working in both Bangkok and Tokyo and the small things that we can all do that makes her day a little easier.2012-08-1753 min
Tokyo PodcastIrezumi: The Art of the Japanese TattooThe history of tattooing in Japan is through to extend as far back as the Jomon period, which is 10,000 bc and even though tattooing has been in Japan for many years and is filled with historic symbolism it still hasn't gained widespread public acceptance that tattooing has in many western countries. To walk us through the journey of tattooing in Japan I am joined by renowned tattoo artist Hori Benny who has been tattooing in Japan 8 years ago, first starting off as an apprentice and then turing professional in 2007. Benny can be found at the Chopstick Tattoo...2012-08-0550 min
Tokyo PodcastListening To Great Jazz In Tokyo With James CatchpoleWhile New York is the place to go for jazz musicians when it comes to jazz fans it doesn't get any better than here in Tokyo. These are the words of James Catchpole, a transplanted Brooklyn native who has lived in Japan for 13 years and documents the many cool jazz joints in Tokyo on his website. Anthony joined James at the hidden Samurai jazz bar in Shinjuku to talk about jazz in Japan and why he feels that Tokyo is one of the great jazz cities in the world.2012-07-3039 min
Tokyo Podcast30 Days of Song with SayuleeThis week Tokyo Podcast is pleased to welcome up and coming singer songwriter Sayulee, has won numerous awards for her singing and songwriting. Last year she launched an interesting YouTube project where she would sing a new song everyday for 1 year. As of this recording she is at number 327 and she joins me today to talk about her YouTube channel, upcoming bilingual Japanese English album and the special event she has planned for the 365th day.2012-07-2232 min
Tokyo PodcastBook Review Of ’33 More Reasons To Be Proud’On this show I'm pleased to welcome back Sachiko Takao who was a guest on Tokyo Podcast episode #20 where we discussed her epic bicycle journey from Okinawa to Hokkaido. I asked Sachi to join me today to discuss the book 日本人が世界に誇れる３３のこと which was written by Ruth Jarman who was also a past guest on Tokyo Podcast episode #34. Sachi talks about the insights she gained into her own culture from reading Ruth's book and the important message that she feels the book has for the people of Japan.2012-07-1440 min
Tokyo PodcastFrom Classical To Bluegrass Music With Leona TokutakeOn this show we take a visit to the Appalachian mountain areas of the United States with fiddler Leona Tokutake. Leona is a classically trained violinist from Tokyo who moved to America to pursue her dream of playing bluegrass music. Leona is currently touring Japan to promote her latest CD, 'A New Peace Within' and joins us to talk about her journey from the big city of Tokyo to the mountains of Tennessee. https://tokyo-podcast.com/leona-tokutake/2012-06-2924 min
Tokyo PodcastKendo: The Way of the SwordThis show is all about sports as we first look at a traditional Canadian sport and then later in the show a traditional Japanese sport. My first guest is Chad Goble who runs the Tokyo Street Hockey Association website. What started out as a rag tag group of hockey loving Canadians has morphed into a weekly game and international tournament. I also talk to Lance Lindely who practised kendo with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and achieved the rank of shodan. He joins me today to talk about his experiences in studying this traditional martial a...2012-06-2448 min
Tokyo PodcastDealing With Suicide In Japan With Andrew GrimesOne of the most disturbing records that Japan holds is that it boasts one of the highest suicide records in the world. Some estimates place the number of suicides as high as 30,000 per year and to give you an idea of just how high that is consider that that works out to 82 suicides per day. My guest today is Andrew Grimes who is a board certified Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist and founded the Tokyo Counseling Service in 1999. He joins me today to talk about the how the issue of mental health is dealt with here in Japan.2012-06-1642 min
Tokyo PodcastBeing on Japanese TV with Bobby JudoMany foreigners come to Japan with dreams of becoming a TV or movie celebrity, believing in the outdated myth that being a caucasian foreigner in Japan is the easy ticket to fame and riches. Many of these foreigners are in for a rude awakening when they realize that their English teaching job alone isn't going to get them the spotlight they wanted. My guest today is Bobby Judo who hosts his own cooking segment on a local Japanese television network. What is particularly interesting about Bobby's story is how he managed to get his cooking show on...2012-06-1140 min
Tokyo Podcast33 Reasons To Be Proud By Ruth JarmanRuth Jarman Shiraishi is a long resident of Japan and is the CEO of Jarman International which focuses on business development for nine unique partner companies, ranging from real estate to financial services to eco-friendly energy to publishing. Ruth is the first western woman to hold a Japanese real estate license and has spent the past 20 years working in and with Japanese companies. She has recently combined her knowledge of Japanese business with her love for Japan to producer her first book titled 日本人が世界に誇れる３３のこと and is available in book stores throughout Japan.2012-06-0443 min
Tokyo PodcastForgive Don't ForgetWhen Japan surrendered to the United Stated in 1945, marking the end of WW2 numerous swords were taken from Japanese soldiers and given to American officers stationed in the Pacific. Paul Ufema is a documentary filmmaker who's grandfather was an officer in the US Navy and was given 3 Japanese swords, which were passed down to Paul's father and then eventually to him and his brothers. For many years the swords sat in the basement collecting dust until Paul decided to team up with fellow documentary filmmaker Brad Bennett to see if they could return the swords to...2012-05-2820 min
Tokyo PodcastZen Buddhism In Japan With Reverend Takafumi KawakamiOn this episode of Tokyo Podcast Anthony talks to Reverent Takafumi Kawakami who is a Zen Buddhist Priest in Kyoto. We discuss the practise of meditation and how it can be used as an effective stress management tool. We also talk about the role that Buddhism plays in modern day Japan and the work that Reverend Takafumi is doing to revitalize his temple as a centre for learning in his community. Anthony also introduces a brand new podcast that is all about cycling in Asia. Hosted by two avid cyclers here in Japan, this show br...2012-05-2137 min
Tokyo PodcastA Humorous Look at Japan with Amy ChavezOn today's show Anthony talks to Amy Chavez who is a long time resident of Japan and a columnist for the Japan Times and Huffington Post. Her column 'Japan Lite' has been published since 1997 and take a humorous look at the differences between Western and Japanese cultures. Her latest book 'Japan: Funny Side up' is a funny and insightful guide that gives valuable insights into the mysterious and sometimes strange aspects of Japanese culture and society. We are also joined by Brad Stephenson from 25Cafes who gives us his latest review that should be a tr...2012-05-1349 min
Tokyo PodcastHow The Shinkansen Rebuilt Japan With Christopher HoodOne of the most iconic images of Japan is that of the gleaming white bullet train passing in front of Mount Fuji. The shinkansen as it's known in Japan is a marvel of technology and engineering and despite it's international reputation for speed and safety not much is known about what makes it work so well. On this show Anthony delves into the history and details of the shinkansen with author Christopher Hood who talks about his book, Shinkansen: From Bullet Train to Symbol of Modern Japan and the impact high speed rail has had on Japan. 2012-05-0654 min
Tokyo PodcastDealing with your Gaijiness with HikosaemonAnthony returns to Japan from his month long vacation to his home city of Vancouver, Canada. He talks about experiencing reverse culture shock at being back in his home country. We are also joined by popular YouTube creator Hikosaemon who has many excellent videos about living in Japan. On this show Hiko talks to Anthony about what it means to be a foreigner in Japan, a Japanese in Japan and the ultimate question of can a foreigner ever be accepted into Japanese society. 2012-04-2854 min
Tokyo PodcastBC Beach Watch With Rohit BhatiaThe devastating earthquake in Japan and the subsequent tsunami carried millions of personal belongings of out to sea. These belongings are now starting to wash ashore along the coast of North America. By leveraging the power of Facebook and CloverPoint’s MapSocial, we hope to return these lost items to the families that they belong to.2012-04-2313 min
Tokyo Podcast100 Yen Japanese Arcade Experience With Brad CrawfordImagine a world where video games reign supreme. Five story buildings filled with arcade cabinets, old and new, inundate the streets of downtown Tokyo. Welcome to Japan. A place where the arcades of the 80s and 90s not only still exist, but thrive and have evolved into an elaborate, unmatchable gaming experience. 100 Yen is a historical documentary about the evolution of arcades and the culture surrounding it - from the birth of arcades to the game centers that still thrive today. With a predominant focus on the three major arcade genres, Shooting games, Fighting games and Rhythm g...2012-03-2538 min
Tokyo PodcastHow To Get To Japan With Fabian HoshinoOn this show Anthony looks back at his time in Japan and talks about some of the challenges he faced in getting set up here. We also talk to Fab from Get to Japan about the services they offer in helping people make the transition to life in Japan. 2012-03-1949 min
Tokyo PodcastJapan Earthquake 2011: Stories of RecoveryOn March 11, 2011 a powerful magnitude 9 earthquake struck off the coast of Japan. The earthquake triggered a massive tsunami that killed over 15,000 people and destroyed over 125,000 homes and buildings. On this show I bring you four stories of survival and recovery from the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.2012-03-1140 min
Tokyo PodcastHow to be Happy with Eiji Han ShimizuIn a recent survey the New York Times found that Japan ranked 90th in the world and dead last among industrialized nations for happiness and less economically developed countries such as Bangladesh ranked much higher. My guest today is film maker Eiji Han Shimizu who's new film 'Happy' attempts to find the answer to the age old question of, what makes people happy?2012-03-0447 min
Tokyo PodcastLearn Japanese Podcast with Alex BrookeOn this show we continue our Japanese Language Series with Alex Brooke who runs the Learn Japanese Pod website. Alex is the host of the Learn Japanese Podcast and is also an accomplished musician. We delve into the rhythm and the melody of Japanese compared to other languages and even throw in a quick Thai lesson. We are also joined by Brad Stephenson from 25Cafes who brings us his review of a trendy vegetarian cafe located in Shibuya. 25Cafes is your guide to 100% smoke free cafes in Tokyo. 2012-02-2646 min
Tokyo PodcastPhotographing the Japanese Yakuza with Anton KustersWith a history that dates back hundreds of years and a business empire that stretches into many areas of modern Japan, the Yakuza are a feared and respected part of Japanese society. On this episode of Tokyo Podcast we talk to Belgian photographer Anton Kusters who spent two years photographing the Japanese Yakuza and has produced a fascinating photo book detailing his journey into the heart of the Japanese criminal world.2012-02-1953 min
Tokyo PodcastDating in Japan with Melissa FeinemanOne of the most commonly asked questions that we here at Tokyo Podcast get is what is dating like in Japan? Is it the same as dating in a Western country? Are Japanese girls shy? Do Japanese guys flirt? Intercultural dating is always fraught with challenges and dating in Japan is no exception. To guide us through this dating minefield we have Melissa Feineman who wrote the 'Let's Date' column for the Japanzine magazine. 2012-02-1131 min
Tokyo PodcastCycling Across Japan With Sachi TakaoOn March 10, 2011 Sachiko Takao set out on adventure bike tour to experience the wonderful foods that are available in Japan. Starting in Okinawa, Sachiko cycled the 2280 KM over 6 months to the northern tip of Japan in Hokkaido. Along the way she sampled many delicious foods, photographed the amazing scenery and met many friendly and curious people. https://tokyo-podcast.com/finding-sachi/2012-02-0543 min
Tokyo PodcastPrisoners & Patriots Of WWII With Neil SimonDuring World War II the United States government detained over 100,000 people of Japanese descent in interment camps throughout the west coast of the United States. One particular camp located in Santa Fe, New Mexico was different. It housed Japanese men who were considered the worst of the worst by the United States government. Many of these men were journalists, teachers, ministers or businessmen and until today their story has never been told. Neil Simon is a documentary filmmaker who's film 'Prisoners and Patriots: The Untold Story of Japanese Internment in Santa Fe' hopes to bring awareness to t...2012-01-2950 min
Tokyo PodcastInnovation in Japan with William SaitoWhat happened to the economic powerhouse that Japan was in the 1980's? Where did the innovation and entrepreneurialism go? Is it still alive or has Japan Inc. suffered from too much by bureaucracy and lack of leadership? Anthony Joh talks to William Saito who is an accomplished entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator and consultant to governments worldwide. He talks about how the Japanese economic train got derailed and what steps can be taken to get it back on track.2012-01-2147 min
Tokyo PodcastTalking Languages with Uncle PolyglotHaving grown up in Japan, Yushi Shinoda developed a love of languages at a very young age when he started studying English and Chinese. An opportunity to study in China cemented his love of languages and he has been adding to his repertoire ever since. Yushi joins us today to talk about how he is able to learn so many languages and offers suggestions on how we can improve our language learning ability.2012-01-1554 min
Tokyo PodcastSurviving in Japan with Ashley ThompsonMoving to a new country and living an expat life can be one of the most rewarding and frustrating things to do, sometimes at the same time! The thrill of experiencing something new and exotic can quickly be replaced with the frustration of struggling to accomplish the most basic of tasks. Our guest today is Ms. Ashley Thompson who runs a website called 'Surviving in Japan without much Japanese'. On her site she offers all sorts of valuable tips on setting up your new life in Japan. She recently had her first child and joins us to...2012-01-0853 min
Tokyo PodcastExploring Japanese Castles with Daniel O’GradyOf the 3000 castles that once dotted the Japanese landscape only 12 remain in their original condition. From old ruins to modern replicas, on this show we talk to Daniel O`Grady from Japanese Castle Explorer about the historic and modern significance of Japanese castles. I also post a mini review of the new Sony Playstation Vita. This new gaming machine from Sony has been eagerly anticipated by fans and is an important product for the profit challenged company. Does the Sony Playstation Vita live up to the hype and would I recommend it as a portable gaming device?2011-12-1750 min
Tokyo PodcastMarching to his own beat with Isaku KageyamaThe taiko drum is one of the endearing symbols of Japan and is one that stretches as far back as 14,000 BC. Traditionaly used in plays or to motivate troops in times of war, the modern taiko performance that we see today is only about 50 years old. On this show I talk to Isaku Kageyama who is two-time National Odaiko (large drum) Champion and is the youngest person to win such honors. He is also the first person to be accepted into a major American music university for playing taiko. I talk to Isaku about the history of...2011-12-0837 min
Tokyo PodcastBeing a Jet Set Citizen with John BardosMany foreigners come to Japan to teach English for a short time but few stay long enough to set up their own English language school. On this show I talk to John Bardos from Jet Set Citizen about his 10 years as the owner of a successful English language school in Japan and the difficult decision he made to dramatically change his lifestyle. I also answer a viewers question about why I started Tokyo Podcast and also ask a favour from the audience on how you can help promote Tokyo Podcast. 2011-12-0147 min
Tokyo PodcastLearning Japanese from Anime with Ken CannonJapanese manga and anime are hugely popular around the world and is a multi billion yen industry but despite its popularity there is some controversy over whether it is possible to learn Japanese from watching anime. Anthony Joh talks to Ken Cannon who not only claims that it is possible to learn Japanese from anime but he teaches a course on how to do it. Anthony also talk to Brad Stephenson who runs a website dedicated to finding smoke free cafes in Tokyo. With 47% of the male population being smokers finding a nice place to eat that...2011-11-1946 min
Tokyo PodcastWalking Through Japanese History with Paul ChristieJapan is a country that is steeped in history and culture and among the high tech skyscrapers and the neon lit shopping areas are remnants of a glorious past. On this episode Anthony talks to Juju Kurihara from Iromegane about the Shichigosan Festival, which translates into English as 7-5-3, this festival celebrates the coming of age of young children. We also take a walk through the majestic Imperial Palace located in the heart of Tokyo with Paul Christie from Walk Japan. Paul leads us on a fascinating walking tour of the historical significance of...2011-11-1943 min
Tokyo PodcastBeing a Hafu in Japan with Lara Perez Takagi and Megumi NishikuraJapan has a reputation as being a homogenous society with very little in the way of multiculturalism, at times even going so far as to proudly proclaim themselves as mono-ethnic. However this is slowly changing as the number of mixed race people living in Japan grows with an estimated one in thirty babies born in Japan today are being born to a couple where at least one parent is not Japanese. On this show I talk to Lara Perez Takagi and Megumi Nishikura who are making a documentary film about the lives of five half Japanese or...2011-11-1237 min
Tokyo PodcastAnswering Your Japanese Questions with UnrestedThe number of people making YouTube videos about their life in Japan has exploded over the past few years. However many of these videos are geared towards childish entertainment rather than actually providing any information about what it's like to live in Japan. On this episode of Tokyo Podcast Anthony talks to Unrested who has a very popular YouTube channel and with 140 videos and over 850,000 views Unrested's channel offers a good insight into what it is like to live and work in Japan.2011-11-0642 min
Tokyo PodcastFreelancing in Tokyo with David ChesterMany foreigners who come to Japan start their first job as an English teacher and sadly many stay in that job for their entire time in Japan. My guest today is David Chester who wrote a book exploring the many other freelancing jobs that are available to English speakers. From staring in Japanese TV shows, teaching cooking classes or performing as musicians there are many freelancing opportunities in Tokyo if you know where to find them. Tokyo Podcast is pleased to offer a free meal at the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company in conjunction. This offer if brought...2011-10-2941 min
Tokyo PodcastBeing Genki in Japan with Richard GrahamAnthony kicks off his Japanese language series by talking to Richard Graham who runs the very popular Genki Japan website. Richard has been making YouTube videos for some time now helping people learn Japanese in a fun and unique way. We compare different methods of learning Japanese and how you can say "may the force be with you" in Japanese. Anthony also talks about his recent emergency trip to the dentist and how a keep eye and an English speaking dentist helped him overcome this medical emergency. 2011-10-2445 min
Tokyo PodcastMobile Phones in Japan with Paul PapadimitriouOn this show Anthony talks to his former co-host of Bangkok Podcast, Greg Jorgensen about the flooding situation in Bangkok. Many parts of Thailand are under water right now and even the government officials seem unsure if the waters are going to hit Bangkok or not. Greg gives us a local perspective on how the floods are affecting life in Bangkok. I also talk to Paul Papadimitriou who runs a website covering the mobile phone industry in Japan. We talk about the recently released Apple iPhone 4S and how Apple's business model has caused quite a stir...2011-10-1649 min
Tokyo PodcastEnjoying the Sanook at the Thai Festival in TokyoOn this show Anthony talks about the new iPhone 4S that is set to be released in Japan next week. The big news that is shaking up the Japan mobile telephone industry is the news that KDDI is now offering the iPhone. This breaks a long held monopoly by SoftBank to sell the iPhone and should means better prices for consumers. Anthony also went to check out a Thai Japanese festival and comments on the good relationship between Thailand and Japan. The festival was a good chance for Japanese people to try many different kinds of Thai...2011-10-1023 min
Tokyo PodcastThe Passing of Steve JobsHere’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are th...2011-10-0616 min
Tokyo PodcastWhy I Left Thailand And Moved To JapanOn this show Anthony talks about leaving friendly Thailand, experiencing culture shock at the rudeness of the Chinese and the feeling of relief after finally making it to Japan. He also talks about the difficulties and challenges of finding an apartment in Japan. This is a process filled with large amounts of paperwork, procedures and endless fees. So far the change from Thailand to Japan has been a lot more complicated than Anthony expected but he is looking forward to settling into his new life in Tokyo.2011-10-0326 min
Tokyo PodcastTyphoon Roke Hits TokyoTyphoon Roke slammed into Japan today at the height of the Tokyo rush hour causing the train system to come to a complete stop. With over 6 million people using the train system per day any delay is going to cause massive back ups. On this show Tony experiences both a typhoon and the notorious Japanese rush hour. 2011-09-2112 min
Tokyo PodcastWelcome to Tokyo PodcastOn this teaser episode of Tokyo Podcast Tony talks about what is coming up for the show. Some of the topics that will be covered will be: Living and working in Japan Shinto Buddhism Sports in Japan Japanese Language And of course many interviews with fascinating expats and Japanese people. The first show will launch on October 2 so keep your eye open for that. 2011-09-1210 min