This week we’ve got some chat about where the best place is to go and see 'Hanami', otherwise known as Japan’s world famous cherry blossom! We’re also discussing whether you’re likely to be denied access to certain areas if you have piercings and Japan’s attitude towards animals. Plus Pete is filling us in on his trip to see Watford v Liverpool with Kayta and Chris is teasing a potential sequel to Natsuki The Movie. If you want to get in touch, send us a message as abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

This week we’ve got some chat about where the best place is to go and see 'Hanami', otherwise known as Japan’s world famous cherry blossom! We’re also discussing whether you’re likely to be denied access to certain areas if you have piercings and Japan’s attitude towards animals. Plus Pete is filling us in on his trip to see Watford v Liverpool with Kayta and Chris is teasing a potential sequel to Natsuki The Movie. If you want to get in touch, send us a message as abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Abroad in Japan

Coronavirus hits hanami season - are the cherry blossoms worth the hype?

As the coronavirus epidemic continues, we’re talking about the value of silence in Japanese culture. Chris had a very awkward experience in a silent meeting when he first started working in Japan. We’re also giving some tips for recovering from jet lag, keeping your phone number, soba restaurants and bullet trains. Plus speedy Japanese! Get in touch at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

As the coronavirus epidemic continues, we’re talking about the value of silence in Japanese culture. Chris had a very awkward experience in a silent meeting when he first started working in Japan. We’re also giving some tips for recovering from jet lag, keeping your phone number, soba restaurants and bullet trains. Plus speedy Japanese! Get in touch at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Japan's worst hotel room

On today’s episode we’re talking about why people are frantically stocking up on toilet roll in Japan, as well as some more on the coronavirus and how COVID-19 might impact the Olympics.&nbsp; Also coming up, Chris is introducing his brand new website abroadinjapan.com, there’s some Speedy Japanese and we're answering your questions from the mailbox. To get in touch with your questions, send a message to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

On today’s episode we’re talking about why people are frantically stocking up on toilet roll in Japan, as well as some more on the coronavirus and how COVID-19 might impact the Olympics.&nbsp; Also coming up, Chris is introducing his brand new website abroadinjapan.com, there’s some Speedy Japanese and we're answering your questions from the mailbox. To get in touch with your questions, send a message to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

The reason Japan is panic buying toilet paper

As the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, is the crisis making Japan less friendly to visitors? For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

As the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, is the crisis making Japan less friendly to visitors? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Coronavirus fears: a 'Japanese only' ramen shop?

On this week's episode of Abroad in Japan, we're talking all about the Coronavirus, and the impact it’s had on Japan so far. We discuss the precautions the government have been taking, how it’s affecting tourism, and advise you whether you need to cancel your travel plans - short answer...no! Also on today’s show, Pete’s sharing his experience of an ANA Room, seaweed farming and we take a usual dive into the mailbox. We’re answering your questions about Suica cards and Chris’s recent trip to a haunted house. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

On this week's episode of Abroad in Japan, we're talking all about the Coronavirus, and the impact it’s had on Japan so far. We discuss the precautions the government have been taking, how it’s affecting tourism, and advise you whether you need to cancel your travel plans - short answer...no! Also on today’s show, Pete’s sharing his experience of an ANA Room, seaweed farming and we take a usual dive into the mailbox. We’re answering your questions about Suica cards and Chris’s recent trip to a haunted house. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

How has Coronavirus affected Japan | Is it still safe to travel?

It's been two years since the first ever episode of Abroad in Japan! The boys are together in Japan celebrating, with even more Strong Zero than last week. It's a fax machine special to mark the occasion, so they're tackling tonnes of your questions, from where to find the best pizza bread to winning sumo wrestlers, there's lots to cover. Get involved! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

It's been two years since the first ever episode of Abroad in Japan! The boys are together in Japan celebrating, with even more Strong Zero than last week. It's a fax machine special to mark the occasion, so they're tackling tonnes of your questions, from where to find the best pizza bread to winning sumo wrestlers, there's lots to cover. Get involved! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Two year anniversary special

Armed with ample amounts of Strong Zero, Chris and Pete are bringing you a special episode of Abroad in Japan, from the Sapporo Snow Festival! There's also Speedy Japanese, some dodgy receipts found under the bed and some of your Mailbox questions get answered. Plus... McDonald's have a new item on the menu, Adult Cream Pie anyone? ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Armed with ample amounts of Strong Zero, Chris and Pete are bringing you a special episode of Abroad in Japan, from the Sapporo Snow Festival! There's also Speedy Japanese, some dodgy receipts found under the bed and some of your Mailbox questions get answered. Plus... McDonald's have a new item on the menu, Adult Cream Pie anyone? ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts&nbsp;or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Sapporo Snow Festival!

This week we're offering up some of the best places to visit in Japan! All of the destinations on the list are a little bit off the beaten track, outside of common tourist destinations like Tokyo and Kyoto, so we'll be telling you how easy they are to reach, and why they're worth visiting. These are some of our absolute favourite parts of the country, so get your pen and paper ready people. We're also reinstating Speedy Japanese, teaching Pete some travel related vocabulary! To get involved, send us your thoughts at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

This week we're offering up some of the best places to visit in Japan! All of the destinations on the list are a little bit off the beaten track, outside of common tourist destinations like Tokyo and Kyoto, so we'll be telling you how easy they are to reach, and why they're worth visiting. These are some of our absolute favourite parts of the country, so get your pen and paper ready people. We're also reinstating Speedy Japanese, teaching Pete some travel related vocabulary! To get involved, send us your thoughts at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Must see places outside of Tokyo...2 weeks in Japan

Whether you're a regular commuter in Japan, or you're planning a big trip across the country, this week we're preparing you with everything you need to remember not to do on the train. From blocking doors, to how you should sit, consider this episode a comprehensive education on using Japanese trains. We're also asking important questions about 'gran class' on the bullet train - how far do the seats recline? What's the free stuff like? Plus, Chris has finally received a Christmas present from Pete, and it's... erotic. Choo choo! To get in touch, send a message to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Whether you're a regular commuter in Japan, or you're planning a big trip across the country, this week we're preparing you with everything you need to remember not to do on the train. From blocking doors, to how you should sit, consider this episode a comprehensive education on using Japanese trains. We're also asking important questions about 'gran class' on the bullet train - how far do the seats recline? What's the free stuff like? Plus, Chris has finally received a Christmas present from Pete, and it's... erotic. Choo choo! To get in touch, send a message to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

What NOT to do on a Japanese Train

We're a few weeks into 2020 and it's time to start planning. Here are some of the things we're going to be getting up to this year, from purchasing oyster shaped cushions and tasting wagyu sandwiches in Shibuya, to going on road trips and visiting hot springs - there's tonnes of stuff we want to do in Japan this year. Will Pete's lifelong dreams of becoming a ninja be coming true this year? We're also diving into the mailbox to answer your questions as always. Get in touch at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

We're a few weeks into 2020 and it's time to start planning. Here are some of the things we're going to be getting up to this year, from purchasing oyster shaped cushions and tasting wagyu sandwiches in Shibuya, to going on road trips and visiting hot springs - there's tonnes of stuff we want to do in Japan this year. Will Pete's lifelong dreams of becoming a ninja be coming true this year? We're also diving into the mailbox to answer your questions as always. Get in touch at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

12 things we want to do in Japan in 2020 | Our bucket lists

Apparently Carlos Ghosn has snuck out of Japan in a music box... So we're discussing Japan's justice system. Also on the show, we answer your questions about sustaining a vegetarian diet in Japan and avoiding alcohol! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Apparently Carlos Ghosn has snuck out of Japan in a music box... So we're discussing Japan's justice system. Also on the show, we answer your questions about sustaining a vegetarian diet in Japan and avoiding alcohol! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Japan’s most wanted foreigner flees country hiding in luggage

Happy New Year! It’s the start of a brand new decade! Chris is planning a trip to the Sapporo Snow Festival and a study has (supposedly) revealed the top careers Japanese women find the most attractive, but can you guess them? We also talk about equality in Japan and reveal some of our plans for the Tokyo Olympics happening later this year. On top of all of that… we’re also giving some of our best tips if you’re applying for the JET Programme.&nbsp; ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Happy New Year! It’s the start of a brand new decade! Chris is planning a trip to the Sapporo Snow Festival and a study has (supposedly) revealed the top careers Japanese women find the most attractive, but can you guess them? We also talk about equality in Japan and reveal some of our plans for the Tokyo Olympics happening later this year. On top of all of that… we’re also giving some of our best tips if you’re applying for the JET Programme.&nbsp; ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Japanese women want husbands with these kinds of jobs

Merry Christmas! Chris is back in the UK and he's come to the studio armed with a Christmas present for Pete and a belly full of fry ups. We're also renaming Pete - our top London radio DJ and certified Japanophile. Will we be calling him King Coolish from now on? Plus chat about bumping into listeners and Japan declaring itself as the only country with four seasons. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Merry Christmas! Chris is back in the UK and he's come to the studio armed with a Christmas present for Pete and a belly full of fry ups. We're also renaming Pete - our top London radio DJ and certified Japanophile. Will we be calling him King Coolish from now on? Plus chat about bumping into listeners and Japan declaring itself as the only country with four seasons. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Unboxing Christmas presents as Chris returns to the UK! | Xmas Special

If you've ever been told off for taking a photo in Japan, this is the episode for you! We're also enjoying dodgy translations on T-Shirts, freebies in bars and debating the deliciousness of CalorieMate. Share your thoughts and questions at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; 如果您因在日本拍照而被告知，这是适合您的一集！我们还喜欢T恤上令人毛骨悚然的翻译，酒吧里的免费赠品，还讨论着CalorieMate的美味。 日本で写真を撮ったと言われたことがあるなら、これはあなたのためのエピソードです！また、Tシャツでの危険な翻訳、バーでの景品、CalorieMateの美味しさについての議論も楽しんでいます。 For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

If you've ever been told off for taking a photo in Japan, this is the episode for you! We're also enjoying dodgy translations on T-Shirts, freebies in bars and debating the deliciousness of CalorieMate. Share your thoughts and questions at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; 如果您因在日本拍照而被告知，这是适合您的一集！我们还喜欢T恤上令人毛骨悚然的翻译，酒吧里的免费赠品，还讨论着CalorieMate的美味。 日本で写真を撮ったと言われたことがあるなら、これはあなたのためのエピソードです！また、Tシャツでの危険な翻訳、バーでの景品、CalorieMateの美味しさについての議論も楽しんでいます。 For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

The real reason Japanese stores forbid photography...

Bingo! The Christmas season has come around once again, Pete's having it large in London, but what about the work party season in Japan? We're also talking typhoons and Tinder. Get involved at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit <a href="https://www.acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a>

Bingo! The Christmas season has come around once again, Pete's having it large in London, but what about the work party season in Japan? We're also talking typhoons and Tinder. Get involved at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***&nbsp; For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Are Japanese Work Parties Actually Fun?

Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there.

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