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Author: Akil Watson

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Wanna know what life in Japan is REALLY like? Everything you need (and didn't think need) to know about life in and around Tokyo with a bit of comedy sprinkled on top.
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I discuss Japanese TV shows and movies I have watched recently and I give my review of these Japanese TV shows to help you decide if you want to watch them.
I explain how it was almost the end of this Japan podcast. I also discuss some delicious traditional Japanese food. I also talk about Japan convenience store smoothie machines. Links: Suntory Izakaya Tips Video: https://youtu.be/T_y1tPk0AhY?si=DMDn_jU33FlARwYI
I share the untold story of how I ended up in Japan as a person of color. Experience Japan through my eyes in this revealing story. - Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanaccordingtoakil - Get an inside peek into life in Tokyo Japan with the Japan According to Akil Podcast.
I discuss 4 essential furniture items for a Japanese home plus share some stories and advice related to them. - Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@japanaccordingtoakil⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@japanaccordingtoakil⁠ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
In this episode I got through a few popular neighborhoods in Tokyo, plus a nightlife story, and a big announcement! - 47 Tokyo Neighborhoods Article: https://www.japan-talk.com/jt/new/tokyo-neighborhoods Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@japanaccordingtoakil Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanaccordingtoakil - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
I review a Japanese Netflix series that centers around the secret side of the sumo world. Sanctuary Netflix Link: https://www.netflix.com/jp-en/title/81144910 - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
In this episode we discuss being on TV in Japan, and election chaos due to emergence of wild political parties in Tokyo
(Apologies for the audio. I am using a new program and got the settings wrong) Welcome back to the Japan According to Akil podcast. I am back after a year and half off. I give you an update and explain what has been in Japan. - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
A review of House of Ninjas, a Japanese TV series available on Netflix. Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanaccordingtoakil Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD2bB4Mf2CyZnjFF2xt0Veg - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
In this episode I rant about the current situation of the Japanese Yen and share some inside info I have accumulated from various sources in and around Tokyo. ========== - Relevant Links: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeresyFinancial https://www.zerohedge.com/ - Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/JNo3uSxISfw Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
In this rant (after I talk about an item from Uniqulo I bought recently), I go deep into the most recent policy move by the Bank of Japan and the Japanese government that count have serious repercussions regards both in Japan and internationally. ========== Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
I normally don’t discuss dark topics in detail, but this one came up on my timeline and I discuss a group o young people that gather in a particularly shady part of Tokyo. Not my scene, but it is worth a chat. ========== Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/x69Vv_rw3kw Walk around Kabukicho Shinjuku Tokyo Japan again. Watching Yakuza (Japanese Mafia) offices. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9RYfV1VCZY Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
This quick rant is about Shohei Otani and his contract status. I ask a few questions and give my theory as to why he might be getting screwed ========== Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/1fWOSgYTw1I Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
After a long hiatus, I give an update about what has been going on with me this summer and hopefully start the next phase of the podcast  ========= - Youtube: https://youtu.be/OAdNbmVoHM0 Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
This time I give a self-interview of sorts and explain my experiences and approach to teaching English in Japan. Also, I try to give some insight into some of the early struggles and experiences I had. Hope you like it! ========== Japanese words Americans use (and don't understand) Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UU0MEKSqFBo 7 Healthy Habits in Japan https://youtu.be/NbY-_583ScI 11 things I hate about living in Japan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaezXwXoW_E "Why Japanese Bathe in the Evening" - Mrs. Eats Reacts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvnxxIalFrk - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
It has been a while, but I am glad to be back talking with you all. First we get into a discussion about the Japanese economy, then I give my Love Is Blind Japan review, followed by a quick discussion of a few trailers ========== Related links: Episode 175 Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/yPxRglTZdQ8 BULLET TRAIN - Official Trailer (HD) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IOsk2Vlc4o Tokyo Vice | Official Trailer | HBO Max https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3oWrNQo_Ng Why Sea Urchins Are So Expensive | So Expensive https://youtu.be/M6joZsJpXWM Why Japanese Ruby Roman Grapes Are So Expensive | So Expensive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE7NqzhMDms The Greatest Car EVER Made... No One Bought https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZefRiqCU0k - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
I am back with a quick update and explanation on my recent absence. In addition I give a preview of some of the content I am looking forward to making in the future ========== Related links: Youtube Link https://youtu.be/N0uKhm0fm4U Tokyo Landscapes https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZwie-Fv6r8UQlVf8k0QwGqzGngg5yDqB A Day in TOKYO in 1968 https://youtu.be/VoisGvQrSIo - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
In this quick bonus content I give my reaction to a video reviewing some of the bars and clubs in the Osaka, Japan area. Before that I share some advice based on a listener email. ========== Related links: Youtube Link https://youtu.be/gd4tH7QlSeE Osaka Nightlife in Japan: TOP 20 Bars & Clubs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Lkmnbeiits You Japan Tokyo Nightlife Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyoEeMgnFfg - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
This is a very important episode if you are planning to come to Japan. Visiting temples and shrines is an important part of life and tourism, so I break down how to properly pray at them so you don’t make a fool of yourself (like I have done in the past). ========== Related links: Episode 174 Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/Jn02gkSMwpk Leaving America to Become a Software Developer in Japan (Black in Japan) | MFiles https://youtu.be/A1vFVaCFjTg - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
I give a quick review of some useful tips on how not to drive Japanese people crazy by a youtube channel I just stumbled upon. ========== Related links: Youtube Link https://youtu.be/cIRhaCjez94 How Foreigners Make Japanese UNCOMFORTABLE (Unintentionally) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhHPPL3ThKg - Flipboard Magazine Page: https://flipboard.com/@akilintokyo?from=share&utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=curator_share Email me: questionsforakil@gmail.com Japan According To Akil Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/japanaccordingtoakil/ - The Japan According to Akil Podcast gives you an inside peek into what life is really like living in Tokyo Japan as Akil shares the news, stories, everyday comedy that comes with life in Japan.
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Danielle Corbo

I will be visiting Kyoto in fall so I look forward to when you do the episode on that. Our cherry blossoms just dealt with snow so hopefully they are less stressed in Japan. Overall a unique, entertaining, and colorful perspective on life in Japan.

Mar 26th
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