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Things You Don’t Need to Know About Japan

Things You Don’t Need to Know About Japan

por Kano

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Seriously though, what’s going to happen to our lives with this naphtha shortage?

"Wait, why is my favorite Japanese snack packaging turning black and white?!" You might have noticed a strange trend in Japan lately: famous potato chip bags losing their vibrant colors and going completely monochrome. But this isn't a hip new design trend—it's the first visible sign of a major hidden crisis deeply affecting everyday life in Japan. In this episode, we dive into the sudden "Naphtha shortage" that's currently shaking up the country. What exactly is Naphtha? 👉 Listen to the full episode to find out what’s really going on! #Podcasts in english #Best podcasts #New podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts ＃Learn Japanese ＃Life in Japan ＃Japanese Culture #Japan trends podcast #Casual japanese podcast #japanese internet culture

Which Comes First: The Ending or the Reader’s Death?! Japan’s Insanely Long Manga Are Wild!

"A fun English-language podcast sharing unique, honest, and sometimes useless facts about Japan." In this episode, I talk about Japan’s insanely long-running manga series — the kind that have been going for decades and span three generations of readers. I'll also share some personal anecdotes from my time working at a manga publishing company, including some amusing cultural clashes that occurred between me, a manga nerd, and the regular employees. If you’ve ever wondered “When is this manga going to end?!” — this episode is for you! Tune in and discover why these never-ending series are so special in Japan. #Podcasts in english #Best podcasts #New podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts ＃Learn Japanese ＃Life in Japan ＃Japanese Culture #Japan trends podcast #Casual japanese podcast #japanese internet culture

I don't know the best way to answer the question, “What's your favorite movie?”

"Join Kano as he talks about Japan in English — the good, the bad, and the weird." What’s your go-to answer when someone asks, “What’s your favorite movie?” In this episode, I share how I switch up my answers depending on who I’m talking to — from safe crowd-pleasers to deeper picks. I talk about movies that shaped my childhood, ones I’m obsessed with now, and how our tastes can change completely as we grow up. We also chat about the magic of watching films in the theater versus streaming at home. If you love movies (or struggle with this question too), this casual chat is for you! #Podcasts in english #Best podcasts #New podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts ＃Learn Japanese ＃Life in Japan ＃Japanese Culture #Japan trends podcast #Casual japanese podcast #japanese internet culture

Don't you think all the stores in Japanese shopping malls look way too similar?（Life in Japan）

"A fun English-language podcast sharing unique, honest, and sometimes useless facts about Japan." In this episode, we'll be talking about shopping malls in Japan. It's exciting when a new mall opens in your neighborhood, isn't it? We'll introduce some of the stores that are almost always found in typical Japanese malls, and also subtly reveal some stores that I personally wish were in my own neighborhood. From everyday favorites to things I secretly wish for, we'll deliver a fun and relatable talk about life in Japan, shopping culture, and the little things that add color to everyday life. #Podcasts in english #Best podcasts #New podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts ＃Learn Japanese ＃Life in Japan ＃Japanese Culture #Japan trends podcast #Casual japanese podcast #japanese internet culture

Three Major IPs I’m Not Really Into: Apple, Disney, and…（Japanese Host Talks in English）

"Join Kano as he talks about Japan in English — the good, the bad, and the weird." In this episode, we talk about feeling a bit out of place amid the fervent support for three popular IPs. It’s a lighthearted, vent-style episode aimed at people who secretly feel “exhausted” by things that everyone else seems to love. #Podcasts in english #Best podcasts #New podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts ＃Learn Japanese ＃Life in Japan ＃Japanese Culture #Japan trends podcast #Casual japanese podcast #japanese internet culture

Do you know what the Japanese youth slang term “Meroi” means?（Japanese pop culture podcast）

"Join Kano as he talks about Japan in English — the good, the bad, and the weird." "メロい" (Meroi) — a Japanese youth slang you’ve probably been hearing a lot on variety shows lately. It describes that moment when someone completely melts your heart and leaves you head over heels. Even though I don’t usually use trendy words, I recently saw a celebrity’s unexpected talent and accidentally thought… “This is so meroi.” Real talk about Japanese slang from someone actually living in Japan. Come find out what made me say it! #podcasts in english #best podcasts #new podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts

I hear President Trump bought shares in Kura Sushi... but I know a better sushi chain.（New podcasts）

"A fun English-language podcast sharing unique, honest, and sometimes useless facts about Japan." Trump just invested a huge amount in Kura Sushi USA — reportedly between ¥160 million and ¥800 million. As someone living in Japan, I couldn’t help but smile and think… “I know some even better sushi chains!” In this fun first episode, I share my honest thoughts on the news and tell you which Japanese sushi restaurants I actually love and recommend right now. Welcome to Things You Don’t Need to Know About Japan! #podcasts in english #best podcasts #new podcasts #Spotify podcasts #Apple podcasts #AI podcasts