In this podcast I interview American writer, photographer, and former green beret Michael Yon about his controversial book「 慰安婦の事実」or "The Truth about Comfort Women" (only available in Japanese). For more info on Michael Yon, check out the following: - Blog: https://www.michaelyon-online.com/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelYonFanPage/?ref=br_rsAfter the interview, co-host Trevor Holland and I have a long, drunken meta-discussion where we delve into Yon and the work of Japanese historians like Yoshiaki Yoshimi and Ikuhiko Hata, whose works include the following: - Yoshiaki Yoshimi (吉見 義明): "Comfort Women: Sexual Slavery in the Japanese Military During World War II" (従軍慰安婦)- Ikuhiko Hata (秦 郁彦): "Comfort Women and Sex in the Battle Zone" (慰安婦と戦場の性)Want to help support Deep in Japan? We could sure use it. Show your love by making a pledge at Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=3864210Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapanOh, and make sure to check out and support the artists who made the music that appeared in this episode: The intro was "Rising" by the Yoshida Brothers (吉田兄弟): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWOqmx6xDvIThe outro was 「真実の爆弾」 by キングギドラ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6iILG_oSmQ)Got something to say? You can reach me at [email protected] YOU ALL! THANKS FOR LISTENING!Support the show

In this podcast Kyushu University Associate Professor Shaun ODwyer and I recount episodes from our lives which nearly pushed us to the brink of paranoia (bad) and discuss strategies for avoiding similar epistemological traps (good).Shaun's new book "Confucianism's Prospects" (State University of New York Press) is due out in August. More info on that at the following: http://www.sunypress.edu/p-6782-confucianisms-prospects.aspxAnd here's a link to Shaun’s most recent Japan Times VOICES column contribution, “On Migrants and Belonging": https://www.japantimes.co.jp/opinion/2019/05/13/commentary/japan-commentary/on-migrants-and-belonging/#.XOCWGtMzbUI Want to help support Deep in Japan? You know you do, and it's cheaper than a cup of coffee. Just navigate to the Patreon link below and make a pledge: www.patreon.com/user?u=3864210Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapanLove you all, and thanks for listening!Support the show

AMY CHAVEZ has been a columnist for The Japan Times since 1997. Having lived on a small island in Japan's Seto Inland Sea for over 20 years, her work focuses on cultural differences between Japan and the West. Find links to her many projects and most recent publications at the following: 

• Twitter: Books on Asia 
• Facebook: Books on Asia
• Books on Asia Newsletter
• Books on Kyoto Profile 
• Blog: Amy on Asia
• The MOOO BAR! 
• Amy’s Guide to Best Behavior in Japan
• Amy’s Tribe to Boyé Lafayette De Mente

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MUSIC - The intro was "Yattemiyou" by WANIMA. The outro was RADWIMPS - 前前前世 (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

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In this episode, we chat with blogger and naturalized Japanese citizen, Eido Inoue, about what it means to go native. You can learn more about Eido by visiting his blog at http://www.turning-japanese.info/Deep in Japan is a completely independent, commercial free work of love—piped to you straight out of my closet. And it’s pretty cold in here! Want to help with the heating bill? Make a pledge at patreon.com! It's simple, cheap and easy, and we would greatly appreciate it. Sign up here: goo.gl/CZrhhVThe intro song was “Turning Japanese” by the Vapors, and the outdo sound was “New York” by the Sex Pistols. Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] for listening!Support the show

In this episode, we chat with Kevin Weber about a nasty case of food poisoning that resulted in a nasty experience with the Japanese medical system. Deep in Japan is a completely independent, commercial free work of love—piped to you straight out of my closet. And it’s cold in here! Wanna help with the heating bill? Make a pledge at Patreon.com. It's simple, cheap and easy, and we would greatly appreciate it. Sign up here: goo.gl/CZrhhVIntro song is “Rumble” by my boy Ben at Bensound. The outro song was “Matteru” by Lullitones, along with the special bonus song: 「ピポピポ救急車」. Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] for listening!Support the show

In this episode, we chat with Canadian-born Osaka resident and writer, Josh Yates. You can learn more about Josh by visiting his blog at goo.gl/Pf9ZEG and learn more about Writers in Kyoto at https://goo.gl/ucmoAuLove the show? Help fund us by making a pledge at Patreon.com. It's simple, cheap and easy, and we would greatly appreciate it. You can sign up and pledge here: goo.gl/CZrhhVTraveling to the heart of Japan and looking to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan? Here's the link to Nozawakan, the place I mentioned in the intro: https://goo.gl/AjuDUP. Tell Yuki that Jeff from the Deep in Japan Podcast sent you. Thinking of applying to JET? Jason McCarthy's book has got you covered: The Essential JET Programme Application Guide: http://bit.ly/JET-Pro-GuideIntro & outro music for this episode was selected by our guest, Josh. The song was "You Can't Hurry" by Hi-STANDARD. Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] for listening!Support the show

The Deep in Japan Podcast is completely independent and ad free. Please consider helping support this impecunious father of three crazy hafu kids by becoming patron at www.patreon.com/user?u=3864210Steve Edwards (who now has his own podcast, by the way, called Jaded in Japan -- check it out) returns to the show to air a few more gripes about Japan. And gripes might be an understatement! Warning: If you are not interested in hearing criticism of Japan, this is not for you. We recorded this on the debut of "Premium Friday," a government campaign which urges people to leave work at 3:00 PM on last Friday of every month (neither of us did), in an effort to boost consumer spending amid Japan’s persistent deflation. According to the Japan Times, the first Premium Friday fell flat on its face, with only 3.7 percent of Tokyo area employees leaving work early, according to a survey. And outside of Tokyo, I'm guessing it's even worse. For the love of all that's *not* karoushi, let's hope it catches on!. To subscribe an/or leave a review at iTunes, click here:iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-…d1121048809?mt=2Background music for the show includes, but is probably not limited to: Herbie Hancock's lengendary 1973 album "Head Hunters" and a few tracks off Bonobo's album, "Sweetness." Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] for listening!Support the show

Baye McNeil: Black in Japan, Part 3. Love the show? Support us by becoming a patron at Patreon.com. It's so easy! Here's the link: goo.gl/CZrhhVJust create an account, search for the Deep in Japan Podcast page, click the big, red "Become a Patron" button and -- BADA BING, BADA BOOM -- I'm your new best friend.No scheckles to throw at us? No problem. I know the feeling. Still wanna support the show, tho? Well, you can! Subscribe on iTunes and leave a review. The world may be run by algorithms, but you don't have to be.All the background music on this track was by Nujabes. Love all their CDs. Really chill. Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] for listening.Support the show

Baye McNeil: Part 2. Love the show? Support us by becoming a patron at Patreon.com. It's so easy! Here's the link: https://goo.gl/CZrhhVJust create an account, search for the Deep in Japan Podcast page, click the big, red "Become a Patron" button and -- BADA BING, BADA BOOM -- I'm your new best friend. No scheckles to throw at us? No problem. I know the feeling. Still wanna support the show, tho? Well, you can! Subscribe on iTunes and leave a review. The world may be run by algorithms, but you don't have to be.Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapanBGM includes:Mura Masa - Someday SomewhereSamples from Dj Krush's Zen and Ki-Oku albumsThanks for listening!Support the show

In this episode, I talk with popular blogger, writer, Japan Times columnist, teacher, public speaker, social justice advocate, and all around swell guy, Baye McNeil. This is the first of what will likely be a two- or three-part series with Baye. If you enjoy it, make sure to leave a review on iTunes. It helps a lot. Deep in Japan is completely independent and commercial free, surviving sheerly on the largesse of my lovely and generous wife and what contributions I can collect at Patreon.com. If you like the show and would like to help support us, click the following link and make and pledge today. Lord knows we need it.Patreon: todahttps://www.patreon.com/user/community?u=3864210To subscribe an/or leave a review at iTunes, click here:iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/deep-…d1121048809?mt=2In order of appearance, the background music of this podcast includes: 1. "Where are you from?” by Nobodyknows2. "ストーカーの唄 (三丁目貴方の家)" by Mao Abe3. "Shadowboxing” by Wu Tang Clan's GZA4. "I Slept with Bonhomme at the CBC" by Broken Social Scene4. "Flight” by the amazing John Ellis Got something to say? You can find me at www.facebook.com/deepinjapan or at [email protected] you enjoy the show. Jeff KruegerSupport the show