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People, Stories, and Experiences from Japan
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Dating apps in Japan aren’t what most people think.In this episode, I share the real story of how I met my Japanese wife, and the crazy, uncomfortable, and rarely talked-about truths behind dating apps in Japan, especially Pairs, one of the country’s most popular platforms.From cultural misunderstandings and unspoken rules, to emotional burnout, ghosting, and expectations between Japanese and foreign users, this is not the romanticized version of dating in Japan you usually hear online.
Dating in Japan rarely ends with a clear breakup. It usually ends with silence, vague texts, and polite messages that never turn into anything again.In this episode, I break down real, listener-submitted text messages from people dating in Japan — the “let’s see,” the “I’m busy,” the “I like you, but I’m not thinking about labels,” and the messages that quietly end months of emotional investment without ever saying so.If you’ve ever felt confused after dates that seemed fine, relationships that never progressed, or conversations that slowly faded without explanation, this episode explains why. We talk about why clarity feels like pressure in Japanese dating culture, why consistency doesn’t always mean commitment, how dating apps create endless “almost relationships,” and why foreigners often feel emotionally drained without knowing exactly why.This isn’t about blaming Japanese culture or blaming foreigners. It’s about understanding the invisible rules that shape dating here, so you stop internalizing mixed signals and start seeing them for what they are.If you’ve ever reread messages wondering whether you were overthinking or being quietly phased out, this episode is for you.Listen through to the end. The hardest part of dating in Japan isn’t rejection, it’s learning when to walk away from ambiguity before it slowly wears you down.
Don Quijote looks chaotic, loud, and overcrowded, but none of it is accidental.We break down how Japan’s most “ugly” store is actually one of the smartest retail businesses in the world. From cluttered aisles and handwritten price signs to 24-hour operations and extreme store-level freedom, Donki is engineered to keep you inside longer, spending more, without you noticing.It’s a business breakdown of why Don Quijote works, psychologically, operationally, and financially.If you’re interested in retail strategy, consumer behavior, or how Japanese companies really operate behind the scenes, this video explains it in simple, global terms.
MUJI is a Japanese retail company built around an unusual idea: removing branding instead of amplifying it.In this podcast, we break down MUJI’s “no-brand” strategy and explain how a company that avoids logos, advertising hype, and emotional marketing became a global retail brand.This is not a design video.It’s an analysis of MUJI’s business model, design system, and operational strategy.
Japan isn’t waiting for the future, it’s already living in it.When people hear “AI cities,” they imagine sci-fi skylines and humanoid robots. But Japan took a very different approach. Instead of building one flashy AI metropolis, it quietly embedded artificial intelligence into the systems that already run daily life.In this video, we go inside Japan’s emerging AI cities, from Tokyo’s rail network moving 40+ million people a day, to AI-controlled traffic systems, disaster-resilient energy grids, and eldercare monitoring that’s already saving lives.This isn’t a concept.These systems are running right now.
Japan has just opened something unlike anything else in the world.PokéPark Kanto is the first real, walk-through Pokémon world, where hundreds of life-sized Pokémon exist inside carefully designed habitats — forests, water areas, rocky paths, and open fields — all built to feel like the Pokémon universe brought into real life.In this video and podcast episode, we go inside PokéPark Kanto to explore how it was designed, why it feels different from a traditional theme park, and why this experience resonates so strongly with both lifelong Pokémon fans and people who’ve never played the games at all.This isn’t about fast rides or spectacle. It’s about immersion, discovery, and recreating a feeling many people thought could only exist on a screen. From subtle environmental details to the psychology behind how the park encourages exploration, PokéPark Kanto offers a glimpse into the future of themed, experience-driven worlds.Whether you’re interested in Pokémon, Japan, immersive design, or how nostalgia is being transformed into real-world experiences, this episode breaks down why PokéPark Kanto matters — and what it might signal about what’s coming next.
Japan is changing and so is its leadership.In this podcast, we break down the rise of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern Japanese politics. From economic policy and national security to constitutional reform and rising tensions with China, Takaichi’s leadership marks a turning point in how Japan defines its identity and role in the world.Whether you see her as a strong leader or a risky one, one thing is clear: Japan is no longer playing it safe.
Online Dating Apps in Japan
What you SHOULD do in Japan, 50 Things to Explore! Hopefully these will give you ideas on your exploration of Japan.
What not to do in Japan, 21 Things Not To Do. Hopefully this will help you on your next trip.
Why is it difficult to perform on the street in Japan? Chat w/ ニーナ Ni-na. She is from Yokohama, Kanagawa. Let's listen to her story about performing on the streets of Japan and her original song!
2000 Km, 2 year Journey Across Japan! Interview with Musician & Performer Ethnopunk. MK and Hari are from Europe. They are traveling throughout Japan on a 2 year journey to exchange culture and music while growing green tea! Let's listen to their story!
From Engineer to Teacher IN JAPAN to Husband and Father, Interview with William. William is originally from North Carolina, US. He's lived in Japan for almost two decades, and is great at Japanese and Japanese Kendo. Let's hear his story!
What's it like being a JET English Teacher in Snowy Northern Japan? Interview with Alfonso. Alfonso is an American that joined the Japanese English Teaching program, JET, and spent 5 years in snowy Akita Japan. Let's hear his story!
How she became a YouTuber teaching Japanese, Yoga, and traveling in Japan, Interview with Tomoko-san. Tomoko-san is from Nagoya Japan. She travels Japan teaching Japanese dialects and culture. Let's hear her story!
How he became a YouTuber in Japan, Interview with JP. JP talks about his experience on YouTube and his plans to film Sumo, Cycle Racing and other events around Japan for his YouTube channel. Let's hear JP's story!
How this Canadian became an English teacher in Japan, Interview with JP. JP hails from Canada and has lived in Saitama and Kyushu Japan for many years. Let's hear his story!
How to date this Japanese girl, Interview with Lemi from Japan. Lemi is from Sendai Japan. She is living and working in Tokyo. Let's hear about Lemi's exciting experiences in Japan and abroad!
How he became a JET English Teacher in Japan, Interview with Mike. Mike is multi-national and speaks multiple languages. Let's hear his story and experiences from life teaching English in rural Kanazawa Japan!
How she became an English Teacher in Japan Interview with Aurora. Aurora is from Colorado and is Teaching English and making YouTube videos in Japan. Let's hear her story!
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