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ABNRML JAPAN
By Ash & BreeSociety & Culture
ABNRML JAPAN episodes
- Holidays Abroad & Mental Health
We discuss what it’s like spending the holidays overseas while taking care of your mental health during that experience. Tune in for a laidback discussion. Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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02:34 Topic Introduction04:34 Going back home for the Holidays13:00 Staying abroad during the Holidays25:39 Expecting visitors28:38 Our travel preferences & throwback stories45:32 Holiday Traditions51:27 Closer: Favorite Holiday foodsYou may also like this episode: "New Years in Japan vs USA"
Episode show notes on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 2 min - J-Fashion, University & Anime - Guest Feature: Spiffy Penguin
Today we have a special guest, Jeannette aka Spiffy Penguin, joining us to talk about her experience while on an exchange program at a Japanese university. We also dive into J-Fashion, anime, and more! Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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01:47 J-Fashion & cosplay12:38 Experience & difficult adjustments21:11 Funny reactions from people in Japan36:53 Japanese University exchange program47:58 POC characters in anime57:13 Would you rather1:02:30 Closer: Weeb & otaku culture thoughtsOUR GUEST
Spiffy ♡ @spiffypenguinTwitch • Instagram • Twitter • Facebook • YoutubeYou may also like this episode: "Teaching English on the JET Program"
Episode show notes on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 16 min - Our Life Before Moving to Japan
We wanted to get a bit more personal for y’all by answering some questions about our life before moving to Tokyo. We dive into past jobs, skills, friendships, favorites, things we miss, university life, and more. Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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02:50 Topic Introduction05:26 Questions & AnswersYou may also like this episode: "Travel Essentials: Japan Edition"
Episode show notes on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan54 min - Halloween '19 in Shibuya, Tokyo
Halloween has become more popular in Tokyo, Japan. Tune in to hear about our experience.
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02:21 Differences: Trick or Treating? Parties. Costumes. Ghosts & Horror12:59 Popular Events: Amusement parks, Parades, Cosplay23:07 Our Halloween Experiences in JapanYou may also like this episode: "9 Japanese Urban Legends"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan32 min - 9 Japanese Urban Legends: Japan Horror Stories
We get spooky again 👻 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. Stay tuned for the end where we review a movie based on the Kuchisake Onna. Content Warning: Some stories have mentions of suicide and assault. Listener discretion is advised.
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01:18 Topic Introduction02:36 PART 1: Real World Urban Legends02:43 Yamashita’s Hidden Treasure05:10 Sony Timer07:53 Curse of the KFC Colonel11:00 Shinjuku Robot Building13:48 PART 2: Supernatural Japan: Yokai, Yurei16:44 Hanako san of the Toilet20:19 Aka Manto: Red Cape23:25 The Haunted Taxi Ride28:07 PART 3: Scary Ass Urban Legends28:28 Teke Teke38:55 Kuchisake Onna: Slit Mouth Woman55:38 Kuchisake Onna Movie ReviewYou may also like these episodes: "Halloween in Shibuya, Tokyo" • "Yuki Onna (Snow Woman) Urban Legend"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 23 min - Myths About India & Would You Rather - Guest Feature: Aneesh
Today we a have special guest, Aneesh from The Good Times Podcast, joining us to talk about our collective trip to India. Stay tuned for the end where the hosts briefly discuss their experience during Typhoon 19 Hagibis in Tokyo.
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01:15 Guest Introduction02:23 First impressions of India10:30 Travel Essentials14:40 Post 10 year reflection27:14 Tips for traveling to India + Debunking Myths36:56 Q&A about Tokyo48:51 Closer: Would You Rather Question Game1:05:12 Bonus: Typhoon 19 Hagibis ExperienceOUR GUEST
Aneesh: Instagram @Aneesh201The Good Times Podcast on Apple PodcastsYou may also like this episode: "Travel Essentials: Japan Edition"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 30 min - Non-Binary in Japan: X-Gender Xジェンダー
We highlight Non-Binary Identities in Japan. Our Enby host, Ash (they/them) leads this conversation. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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02:27 Topic Introduction07:58 Part 1: Current Non-Binary Landscape in Japan22:27 Part 2: Visibility Progress31:22 Part 3: Japanese Gender Vocabulary44:03 Part 4: Legal Struggles of Non-Binary Gender Identities (NBGI)52:35 Part 5: International Legal Recognition of NBGI1:06:42 Topic CloserYou may also like these episodes: "We Dive Into The Gender Binary" • "Gender Identity & LGBTQ+ in Japan"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 17 min - Kobe School Killer: Seito Sakakibara - True Crime in Japan
Unsettling child murders committed by a 14 year old teen in the late 90’s in Kobe, Japan. Often known as “the grisliest murder in memory in Japan." Content Warning: Mentions of Violence. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised.
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02:23 Case intro04:11 Part 1: Who is Boy A06:15 His early life09:58 Part 2: His crimes20:46 The letter25:02 Detention? Prison?37:40 Part 3: Returning to society50:19 Part 4: His book & vanity siteAnother true crime in Japan episode: "Fusako Sano: Held Captive for 9 Years"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan1 hr 7 min - Travel Essentials: Japan Edition
We share solid tips to stay prepared during your time in Japan. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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02:00 Staying clean and hygienic04:32 Apps for your phone19:19 Identification22:05 Cash, Credit, Debit?24:45 Survive walking culture26:44 Wifi and Data30:18 Transportation33:09 Travel Insurance34:38 The four seasons and weather39:48 Staying connected overseas42:40 Our favorite seasons to travel within JapanYou may also like this episode: "Teaching English on the JET Programme"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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Visit our Blog: www.abnrmljapan.comBuy us a coffee: www.ko-fi.com/abnrmljapan48 min - Tired Myths About Japan
We share myths we’re tired of hearing and debunk them. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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03:06 Is Japan Actually Safe?09:36 How Clean Are We Talking?16:20 Are They Truly "Kind"?20:27 Anime's True Audience25:48 The Perfect Gaijin30:00 Can You Really Be Vegan Here?37:30 SO MANY PEOPLE !42:05 What should other countries adopt from Japan?You may also like this episode: "Travel Essentials: Japan Edition"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.Check out our Spotify playlists to listen to your favorite topic collection. You can also find us on other major podcast apps!
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About ABNRML JAPAN
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A Tokyo based podcast about life abroad, queer commentary, and spooky stories. Hosted by your fave intercultural married couple Bree (she/they) & Ash (they/them). Tune in!