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Japanese proverb: Turning to God in times of trouble
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
04/23/21 • 8 min
Japanese people are terrible at being religious. Shintoism allows Japanese people to be religious whenever and only when they need supernatural help.
In this episode, show host Kyota Ko explains the meaning and cultural background behind the proverb 困った時の神頼み "Turning to God in times of trouble". Great listen for students looking for an interesting essay topic.
Check out The Metro-classic Japanese Blog and Instagram for more fun content on Japanese culture.
You're lucky you weren't born a samurai. But samurais are lovable.
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
05/16/20 • 14 min
Life was hard, and short, as a samurai. In battle, at home, at their work desk, death was always right around the corner, even after Japan had entered a long period of peace. But their stoicism is to be loved. Show host Kyota Ko describes the tight-rope walks samurais lived during the Edo Period.
For more discussion on this topic, visit The Metro-classic Japanese blog.
Also find The Metro-classic Japanese on Instagram.
The cultural damage Japan is taking from COVID-19 pandemic
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
04/26/20 • 9 min
While Japan has kept COVID-19 casualties minimal, its culture has been taking damage slowly. How will Japanese culture be expressed now that it cannot be in traditional manners?
Show host Kyota Ko explains the effects of the virus on the country's culture and business culture.
For more discussion on this topic, visit The Metro-classic Japanese blog.
Also find The Metro-classic Japanese on Instagram.
Is it worth visiting Tokyo Station? Yes, and here's why
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
02/10/20 • 34 min
The Tokyo Station neighborhood is a must-go destination because of the rich history and culture the architectures there represent, and also because you can experience everything without paying for anything. This podcast will be your museum audio guide for the outdoor museum of the dramatic modern Japanese history - Tokyo Station.
Show host Kyota Ko takes you on a virtual tour. Get out your ear pods and Google Maps!
For more discussion on this topic, visit The Metro-classic Japanese blog.
Also find The Metro-classic Japanese on Instagram.
How do you make friends with Japanese locals?
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
01/01/20 • 15 min
Making real friends with Japanese people can be a challenge if you don't know their culture. The common mistake that foreign nationals make when they try to form friendships with Japanese locals is thinking that friendship can happen at any given time. This is not the case - there are certain situations that allow new friendships to form.
This podcast episode will help you understand the minds of Japanese people and give you 2 big tips for getting accepted into Japanese communities quickly.
Further discussion done in his blog:
metro-classic-japanese.net
Why are heroes foreigners in Japanese myths and manga? | The Metro-classic Japanese Podcast
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
12/26/19 • 12 min
In many Japanese myths and manga and anime, heroes are foreigners who come from outside the community. This has to do with Japan's history of seeing innovation almost always being brought from overseas. We don't know the author's real intent, but Dragon Ball is a representative example of the Japanese cultural idea about heroes.
Show host Kyota Ko explains why.
For more discussion on this topic, visit The Metro-classic Japanese blog.
Also find The Metro-classic Japanese on Instagram.
Why does Japan have so many weird subcultures? | The Metro-classic Japanese Podcast
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
12/10/19 • 10 min
Japanese people are stereotypically considered serious and formal, but at the same time, Japan is also known for having a good share of weird subcultures and extravagant fashion. Why are there these two poles?
Show host Kyota Ko explains how Japanese society has naturally served as a hotbed for subcultures like gothic fashion and Kabuki.
Further discussion done in the blog:
metro-classic-japanese.net
Average stay: 12 years. Hidden secrets of employee retention & job security of Japanese businesses
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
05/31/20 • 14 min
Job retention in Japan is second highest in the world - employees stay at an organization for an average of 12 years. Employees just almost never get fired or laid off. Show host Kyota Ko explains the 400-year old reason behind the peculiar business culture.
More discussion on this topic in his blog The Metro-classic Japanese. https://www.metro-classic-japanese.net
Ghibli’s Spirited Away: Cultural walkthrough Part III
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
10/23/21 • 8 min
In this third part of this Spirited Away cultural walkthrough series, show host Kyota clarifies the mystery of Chihiro's sudden maturing and the trick Miyazaki plays in the scene where Chihiro signs an employment contract.
Ghibli’s Spirited Away: Cultural walkthrough Part I
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast
09/05/21 • 9 min
Ghibli's Spirited Away is undoubtedly one of the best films of all time, but fully "getting" what goes on in the movie may be difficult without some knowledge of Japanese culture.
In this podcast series, Japanese culture researcher/enthusiast/The Metro-classic Japanese show host Kyota Ko will share with you insights that will help you to enjoy the epic Miyazaki film two fold.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast have?
The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast currently has 41 episodes available.
What topics does The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Japan, Podcasts, Philosophy and Japanese History.
What is the most popular episode on The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast?
The episode title 'Ghibli’s Spirited Away: Cultural walkthrough Part II' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast?
The average episode length on The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast released?
Episodes of The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast are typically released every 14 days, 5 hours.
When was the first episode of The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast?
The first episode of The Metro Classic Japanese Podcast was released on Nov 25, 2019.
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