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Episode 29: Yasuke The African Samurai
Black History Japan ABNRML JAPAN 2/26/20 Black History Japan ABNRML JAPAN 2/26/20

Episode 29: Yasuke The African Samurai

We discuss the legend of the first foreign-born Samurai in Japan, Yasuke.

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Episode 28: Romance Norms: Amato-normativity
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Episode 28: Romance Norms: Amato-normativity

We react to common romance norms, discuss amatonormativity, and cap it off with trendy Valentine foods in Japan this year.

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Episode 27: Being a Creative: Imposter Syndrome
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Episode 27: Being a Creative: Imposter Syndrome

We discuss the creative lifestyle, pressures, imposter syndrome, tips, and more.

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Episode 26: Yuki Onna: The Snow Woman
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Episode 26: Yuki Onna: The Snow Woman

We talk about her origin and legends across Japan. We also review the 1965 film Kwaidan compared to the 2016 Yuki Onna film

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Episode 25: Deadly Drink Murder Mysteries: Poisoned Milk & Vending Machines
True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 1/15/20 True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 1/15/20

Episode 25: Deadly Drink Murder Mysteries: Poisoned Milk & Vending Machines

Tune in to hear about the Poisoned Milk in Saitama Prefecture (1960) and the Paraquat Vending Machine Poisonings throughout Japan (1985).

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Episode 24: New Years in Japan vs America
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Episode 24: New Years in Japan vs America

We talk about the differences of New Years traditions and the culture of “New Year, New Me.”

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Episode 23: Love Q&A: Crushes? Exes? Monogamy?
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Episode 23: Love Q&A: Crushes? Exes? Monogamy?

We answer your questions about love, relationships, sexuality and more!

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Episode 22: Fusako Sano- Held Captive For 9 Years
True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 11/27/19 True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 11/27/19

Episode 22: Fusako Sano- Held Captive For 9 Years

The “longest confinement kidnapping” case in Japan. Tune in to hear the details of this crime incident.

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Episode 21: Holidays Abroad & Mental Health
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Episode 21: Holidays Abroad & Mental Health

We discuss what it’s like spending the holidays overseas while taking care of your mental health.

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Episode 20: J-Fashion, University and Anime with Spiffy Penguin
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Episode 20: J-Fashion, University and Anime with Spiffy Penguin

Spiffy Penguin joins us to talk about her experience while on an exchange program at a Japanese university.

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Episode 19: Our Life Before Moving to Japan
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Episode 19: Our Life Before Moving to Japan

We dive into past jobs, skills, friendships, favorites, things we miss, university life, and more.

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Episode 18: Halloween '19 in Shibuya, Tokyo
Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 10/31/19 Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 10/31/19

Episode 18: Halloween '19 in Shibuya, Tokyo

Halloween has become more popular in Tokyo, Japan. Tune in to hear about our experience.

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Episode 17: Nine Japanese Urban Legends
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Episode 17: Nine Japanese Urban Legends

Japan has a rich history of ghost stories and folklore about the afterlife. If that’s your cup of tea, you’ll love this episode.

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Episode 16: Myths About India & with Aneesh
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Episode 16: Myths About India & with Aneesh

Aneesh, from The Good Times Podcast, joins us to talk about our collective trip to India.

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Episode 15: Non-Binary in Japan:  Xジェンダー
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Episode 15: Non-Binary in Japan: Xジェンダー

We discuss non-binary identities in Japan, while also diving into gender vocabulary, legal struggles, and visibility progress.

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Episode 14: Kobe School Killer: Seito Sakakibara
True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 9/18/19 True Crime in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 9/18/19

Episode 14: Kobe School Killer: Seito Sakakibara

Unsettling child murders committed by a 14 year old teen in the late 90’s in Kobe, Japan. Tune in to hear the details.

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Episode 13: Travel Essentials- Japan Edition
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Episode 13: Travel Essentials- Japan Edition

We share solid tips to stay prepared during your time in Japan.

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Episode 12: Tired Myths About Japan
Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 9/4/19 Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 9/4/19

Episode 12: Tired Myths About Japan

We share myths we’re tired of hearing and debunk them.

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Episode 11: Two Years in Tokyo: Reflections
Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 8/28/19 Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 8/28/19

Episode 11: Two Years in Tokyo: Reflections

We share our reflections of our first year vs our second year living in Tokyo.

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Episode 10: Teaching English on the JET Program
Working Abroad, Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 8/21/19 Working Abroad, Life in Japan ABNRML JAPAN 8/21/19

Episode 10: Teaching English on the JET Program

Ash speaks on their experience working with the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme aka JET.

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