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Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of life here, and the reasons why Japan is truly an amazing place to be living!
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Ben and Burke share an itinerary for a 2 week trip to Japan. It is ideal if it is your first time to the country as it includes the highlights, such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Mount Fuji, as well as some other less known gems easily accessible by public transport.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best par...
On this episode the boys talk about the Golden Week in Japan. And Matt gives Ben & Burke some interesting facts about the Bōsōzoku. Who are they? Where did they come from? What do they do & what has happened to them? Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanThe guys discuss current news and events including the 100 Demon Night Parade in Kyoto, new tourism records in Japan, an update on Shohei Otani, and more. Enjoy!Sponsors:Bea...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanThis week Ben, Burke and Matt record an episode in the park to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms (or lack of) during Golden Week.They give advice to people who are planning to visit Japan during one of the craziest times of the year for traveling around the country.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience w...
Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanIn this episode the boys talk about Burke's jujitsu competition plus a night out in Osaka. Matt takes a closer look the Mariko Aoki Phenomenon. What is it?? And Ben goes over some Japanese words that you might know..but do you know the origins? All this and more in our latest episode!Sponsors:Bearfoot BarLocated in downtown Sapporo and within walking distance from the subway station. They have a varie...
Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanThe guys discuss current news and events including the 100 Demon Night Parade in Kyoto, new tourism records in Japan, an update on Shohei Otani, and more. Enjoy!Sponsors:Bearfoot BarLocated in downtown Sapporo and within walking distance from the subway station. They have a variety of Japanese made and international craft beers bottled and on tap. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic c...
The boys take a closer look at the prefecture of Kagoshima. Get the true story behind the real 'Last Samurai'! Plus they discuss the must see island of Yakushima. They also talk about the mighty Sakurajima, one of Japans most active volcanoes. Other sightseeing spots not to miss and what unique foods to try in Kagoshima plus much more! Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to t...
Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanDive Into the Wild Heart of Hokkaido with Greg Bruyere, a Canadian expat with a passion for the great outdoors! He joins Ben and Burke to talk about his journey of coming to Japan on a working holiday visa, and then gaining permanent residency through his passion for classical Japanese martial arts and weapons. But that's not all – his expertise in river rafting and canoeing has led him to some ...
Burke and Ben discuss some of the ways to save money while traveling in Japan. They talk about the best reasons to visit 100 yen shops, best places to shop, where to get cheap food, cheap accommodation and much much more.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumo...
Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanBen and Burke explore the reasons for why Japanese people become very stressed on airplanes and why less Japanese people are traveling overseas these days. They also review the success that a few Japan-related films achieved this week at the Academy Awards, the ongoing conflict in Japan with the movie Oppenheimer, and the recent passing of the creator of the world-famous Dragon Ball manga, anime, and ...
1Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanIn this episode, Ben, Burke and Matt talk about some interesting facts about tattoos in Japan, such as the thousand year history, the cultural significance in Hokkaido and Okinawa, association with the criminals and much much more.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way ...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanBen, Matt, and Burke discuss the Japanese foods they've grown fond of since moving to the country, the Japanese foods they eat regularly, and the foods they refuse to try or dislike! Matt also talks about his luxury sushi experience and the fancy knives used by sushi chefs. This episode was recorded in response to a Patreon member's request. If you'd like to request certain content, please do so by joi...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanWith the Sakura season just around the corner, Ben, Burke, and Matt talk about the Unko Museum’s cherry blossom festival in Tokyo. Other news the guys discuss is Asahi Breweries announcing that they will no longer launch chuhai (Canned fizzy cocktails) with alcohol content of 8% or higher.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Jap...
During this episode, Ben and Matt talk about the latest news hitting Japan. This includes a look at bad influencers, airline troubles, finding a cheap lunch, salarymen plus a lot more! Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere!https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vijBearfoot...
Ben, Burke, and Matt talk about the January 1st Earthquake in Ishikawa prefecture and the Japan Airlines crash at Haneda Airport the following day.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vijBearfoot BarLocated in downtown Sapporo, walk...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanEpisode summary: Ben and Burke take a look at special pricing for tourists and residents that could be coming soon to Kyoto, a years-long Uniqlo crime spree committed by some foreigners here in Japan, anti-foreigner sentiment in the country, and changes to the technical intern visa program.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanes...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanFrom the ski slopes of Hokkaido to climbing Mt. Fuji, Ben, Burke and Matt talk about overtourism in Japan plus other news that have made headlines! Burke and Matt relive their experiences climbing Mt. Fuji, and Ben talks about some shocking news. Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to t...
Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapanEpisode summary: A recent victory in the Miss Japan beauty pageant by Ukranian-born Carolina Shiino has many Japanese people very upset. Also, the movie "Oppenheimer" finally gets a release date (March 29) in Japan after internet memes with atomic bomb themes promoting the movie last year had severely offended locals in the country.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! I...
Once again Ben and Burke go head to head with Matt as the referee as we recap the year in Japan for 2023! How do you score against these two rising sun titans? What stories have headlined in Japan this year? Have a Happy and Safe New Year, from everyone at Voices in Japan!!!Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and t...
Ben, Burke and Matt discuss some important things to think about when planning your trip to Japan.Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vijBearfoot BarLocated in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are&n...
Ben, Matt, and Burke try to discover the truth about well-known rumors related to everyday life in Japan. The country is renowned for its safety, cleanliness and distinctive customs, but what are the true reasons behind how Japanese society functions. Listen to find out now!Sponsors:MaruMoriThis site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and t...
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