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Golf Is Becoming the New Trendy Sport in Japan
This Week In Japan
08/21/21 • 31 min
This week we discuss the crazy seasonal weather in Japan and how Golf is becoming the new sporting trend for young Japanese adults.
Word of the Week:
銀ブラ (Gin-bura)
This episode was recorded on August 20th 2021 in Akasaka, Tokyo
Check out our "Japan Go!" YouTube Channel at youtube.com/japango
President of Tokyo Olympics Committee Under Fire for Sexist Comments
This Week In Japan
02/06/21 • 27 min
Welcome back to This Week In Japan!
News Story of the Week: President of Tokyo Olympics Committee Under Fire for Comments Towards Women
Featured Story of the Week: News rules are given to fan artists and cosplayers
Word of the Week: ぴえん (Pie-n)
[Japanese Explanation]
This Week In Japanでは毎週、日本で話題のニュースについて、イギリス人アーティストのJulianと日本人起業家のYasuが英語で意見を交わしています。他にも日本文化や、面白い日本語のフレーズを紹介しています。
(Recorded on February 6th, 2021, in Akasaka, Tokyo)
You can also find Julian and Yasu on the Japan Go! YouTube Channel (youtube.com/japango)
Jujutsu Kaisen Goes Big At The Box Office
This Week In Japan
01/15/22 • 43 min
This week we discuss the huge success of the latest anime movie hit 'Jujutsu Kaisen 0', how a firefighter is in trouble for moonlighting as a Youtuber & the unlikely new toy that's taking Japan by storm!
Word of the Week:
イクメン (iku-men)
This episode was recorded on January 14th 2022 in Hiroo, Tokyo.
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Silent Eating Is Trending In Japan
This Week In Japan
01/23/21 • 27 min
Welcome back to This Week In Japan!
Main Story of the Week: Japan Rules Against Dual Citizenship
Featured News Story: Silent Eating Is Trending In Japan
Word of The Week: リアタイ (Ria-tai)
[Japanese Explanation]
This Week In Japanでは毎週、日本で話題のニュースについて、イギリス人アーティストのJulianと日本人起業家のYasuが英語で意見を交わしています。他にも日本文化や、面白い日本語のフレーズを紹介しています。
(Recorded on January 22nd, 2021, in Akasaka, Tokyo)
You can find Julian and Yasu on YouTube at youtube.com/JapanPro
Sushi Ninja Busted for Industrial Espionage
This Week In Japan
07/10/21 • 34 min
In this episode, we discuss a suspected molester who jumped from a bridge at Shibuya Station, Tokyo Olympics is to be held without spectators, and Sushi Ninja busted for industrial espionage.
Word of the Week: メリケン (Meri-ken)
This episode was recorded on July 9th, 2021 in Akasaka, Tokyo
Check out our "Japan Go!" YouTube Channel! (youtube.com/japango)
Government Officials Turned Into Anime Characters
This Week In Japan
07/03/21 • 36 min
In this episode, we discuss the delayed rainy season in Japan, the Mt. Fuji reopening for the first time in two years, and the Japanese government officials turned into anime characters.
Word of the Week: イメチェン (Ime-chen)
This episode was recorded on July 2nd, 2021 in Akasaka, Tokyo
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We're Back! - Japan Gambles on Successful Olympics
This Week In Japan
06/12/21 • 42 min
Yasu & Julian are back after a short hiatus! We've made a few small changes to the show, but we're still providing the same informative and funny conversations that you've come to love!
On this week's show, we discuss the current state of affairs regarding the Tokyo Olympics and share some stories of how the locals in Japan really feel about the event.
Word of the Week: カンペ (kanpe)
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Check out our "Japan Go!" YouTube Channel! (youtube.com/japango)
Breaking News from Osaka Interrupts Anime Broadcast
This Week In Japan
11/07/20 • 36 min
This Week In Japan, News Story from Osaka Interrupts Anime Broadcast and Outrages Fans, Instant Noodle Sales are Exploding, and Boxing World Championship Match is Canceled Due to Corona on the Day of the Event.
Random News of The Week: Women's Tights Company Comes Under Fire for Sexualized Ads.
Word of The Week: “ワンバン (One Ban)”
[Japanese Explanation]
This Week In Japanでは毎週、日本で話題のニュースについて、イギリス人アーティストのJulianと日本人起業家のYasuが英語で意見を交わしています。他にも日本文化や、面白い日本語のフレーズを紹介しています。
(Recorded on November 6th, 2020, in Akasaka, Tokyo)
Naomi Osaka Wins Third Grand Slam Title
This Week In Japan
09/19/20 • 41 min
This week in Japan, Yoshihide Suga is Named Japan's New Prime Minister, Naomi Osaka Wins the Third Grand Slam Title, Digital Theft on the Rise with Multiple Cases of Hacking, Final Fantasy XVI and Other Big Titles Announced During PS5 Presentation, and Mother and Son Arrested for Selling Knock-off Pokemon Goods. The Word Of The Week: “エモい (Emoi)”
[Japanese Explanation]
This Week In Japanでは毎週、日本で話題になっているニュースについて、イギリス人アーティストのJulianと日本人起業家のYasuが英語で意見を交わしています。他にも日本文化や、面白い日本語のフレーズ等も紹介しています。
(Recorded on September 18th, 2020, in Roppongi, Tokyo)
Giant Head Appears in the Sky over Tokyo
This Week In Japan
07/17/21 • 26 min
In this episode, we discuss "Giant floating head appears in the sky of Tokyo" and "IOC Chairman refers to Japanese as 'Chinese'".
Word of the Week: マンツーマン (Man-tsuu-man)
This episode was recorded on July 16th, 2021 in Akasaka, Tokyo
Check out our "Japan Go!" YouTube Channel! (youtube.com/japango)
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FAQ
How many episodes does This Week In Japan have?
This Week In Japan currently has 71 episodes available.
What topics does This Week In Japan cover?
The podcast is about News, Daily News, Japan, News Commentary and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on This Week In Japan?
The episode title 'Jujutsu Kaisen Goes Big At The Box Office' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on This Week In Japan?
The average episode length on This Week In Japan is 37 minutes.
How often are episodes of This Week In Japan released?
Episodes of This Week In Japan are typically released every 7 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of This Week In Japan?
The first episode of This Week In Japan was released on Apr 17, 2020.
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