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Hello From Nihon

A daily Society and Culture podcast
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Hello From Nihon

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Hello From Nihon

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Hello From Nihon

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Hello From Nihon

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Let's talk about the Tokyo Disney resort, including Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. We also go over Tokyo Disney's lotto system for brand new E-ticket attractions like Beauty and the Beast dark ride and the Disney forest theater. On top of that
Just watched Unsolved Mysteries episode 4 (Tsunami Spirits), Ako and I had to talk about this and our experiences with the 3/11 earthquake and Tsunami. We cover Japanese ghost stories, spirituality, west Vs. east ideals and much more. Watch out
Ako came across a weird little Tokyo University report that claims uneducated Japanese people did not adhere to COVID19 precautions, while Japanese citizens with a 4 year university degree (or above) took the "proper" precautions. Ako and I pic
I can't get Hana Kimura out of my head and I've been asking Ako all kinds of questions about it since she reads Kanji fluently and has access to the Japanese media; and their thoughts and opinions about the matter. In this episode we go over a
Today is a very sad day, Kimura Hana from Terrace House passed away, she was 22 years old. Rest In Peace. 
Long time no hear, Ako and I have been turned into farmers and the only escape is in our NIntendo switch games. I just got Streets Of Rage 4 for the switch and Ako has been playing Animal Crossing since we got here. Besides that, we go over the
Terrace House Tokyo: 2019 - 2020 is now over for the foreseeable future. If you saw Terrace House episode 40 then you saw the last one. Make sure you watch it before you listen to this Hello From Nihon podcast episode. Ako and I also talk about
First off, spoilers ahead, if you haven't watched Netflix's Terrace House 'Tokyo 2019 - 2020' episodes 37, 38 and 39, then we recommend you watch those and come back for this podcast episode.All I can say is, I don't remember seeing someone ma
Ako and I are now living deep in the Japanese Country side because of COVID19. There is a mountain next to our country side home and wheat fields on the other side, it's beautiful but we miss our home. Anyways, this led Ako to Animal Crossing /
Warning, spoilers ahead. In the episode of Terrace House Back In Tokyo Niino (the boss) is pulling all the stops in order to get with Yume. You be the judge, is it assertive or is it overly aggressive. Ako and I debate his creepiness on today's
In this week's episode of Netflix's Terrace House Back In Tokyo we had some crazy shenanigans going down. Niino is crazy over Yume and he is doing some pretty "Kimoi" things to get her attention. Make sure you watch the episode before you liste
The Coronavirus is causing a lot of problems up and down Japan. One of the issues happening in Japan is the spread of デマ (Dema). One of the side effects of the spread of Dema in Japan is the lack of toilet paper. 
Today Ako and I talk about Netflix's Terrace House episode 34 "The Incident Of The Bottled Beer". In this episode of Terrace House everybody cringed when the CEO made moves on the new member of Terrace House Hayashi Yume (Yume Is Japanese For D
Today Ako and I talk about the meaning of "Wafu" in Japanese cooking, and Ako's ryokan ghost story experience. We also go over the very first case of Coronavirus in our city of Fukuoka Japan. If you are a foreigner living in Japan and you think
In the episode of Terrace house back in Tokyo 2020 we see a new relationship form and we get to meet the new playboy of Terrace House. We also find out his 'interesting' way to make living. On top of that, Ako and I discuss how to confess your
Ako and I will be introducing more Japanese concepts and terms into our conversations to help you better understand Japanese and Japanese culture. Today we go over Asa-Katsu (朝活)  and how more and more Japanese office ladies are adopting this p
Did you know on Valentine's day in Japan, women are socially obligated to give chocolate to coworkers and other men they have no interest in? Is this just another classic case of Kawaii culture in Japan? Enjoy our special 'Hello From Nihon' Val
Ako and I breakdown our preconceived notions about each other's countries, we also talk about Japanese and American norms towards sex. On top of that, we went over our plans for our 'Hello from Nihon' YouTube channel.
Make sure you watch this episode of Terrace House (Epi 32 - I Hate You) before you listen to this podcast episode of Hello From Nihon because spoilers will be dropped. Terrace House starts off strong with a surprise announcement. On top of that
Ako and I go over the latest Coronavirus news and how the illness is being handled here by the Japanese government. We also discuss some of the discriminatory behavior some folks are receiving just because they are Asian.  On top of that, we sh
In today's episode we talk about entertaining my Japanese In-Laws and Ako's unique family dynamic. We also talk about Japanese Parfaits and banana "Spirits". On top of that we discuss the pros and cons of "Gaman" (我慢).
Remember to watch episode 31 "Publicity Stunt" before you listen to this episode of Hello From Nihon because there are spoilers ahead. This week's episode of Terrace House was explosive towards the end, it seems like all the ladies of Terrace H
Japan recently has been in good relations with China but unfortunately the new Coronavirus is threatening that relationship, in this episode Ako and I discuss how this new flu is affecting Japan health-wise and politically. We also go over Japa
Ako and I sit down and talk about the newest survey that came out on the ten best prefectures in Japan. These prefectures were ranked based on livability and general happiness of it's inhabitants. Ako and I go over the rankings we agreed with a
Fair warning, spoilers ahead. This was a very 'interesting' Terrace House episode filled with romance and cringe worthy moments. We enjoyed them and our hearts went out for some of the Terrace House members. 
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