On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Tony talks to guitarist/actor/humanitarian Miyavi.

About Miyavi

Miyavi is a guitarist, musician, actor and humanitarian. He is particularly well known for his charactistic shamisen-inspired slap-style of playing the guitar.

Topics Discussed

• Miyavi discusses his insecurities and what makes him nervous
• How Miyavi deals with his insecurities
• How Miyavi deals with stress and time management
• About Miyavi's daughters and his relationship with them
• Miyavi reflects on his life as a dad
• Miyavi on parenting
• And much more!

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Links, Videos, Etc.

You can follow Miyavi on social media by using the links below.

• Miyavi on Twitter
• Miyavi on Instagram

For more information about Miyavi, you can also visit his website.

• Miyavi Official Website

For more information on Blue Note Hawaii, visit their website.

• Blue Note Hawaii Website

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Special Thanks

Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel.

Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R.

Featured image: Courtesy of Blue Note Hawaii/Ikaika Communications

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Full Show Notes

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