<p>Discover Tokyo beyond the tourist crowds! In this episode, we share our favorite hidden gems and chill spots in Japan, from Nakano’s retro anime mall to Yamanashi’s lakeside views. Perfect for travelers who want to experience Japan like a local.</p>

Discover Tokyo beyond the tourist crowds! In this episode, we share our favorite hidden gems and chill spots in Japan, from Nakano’s retro anime mall to Yamanashi’s lakeside views. Perfect for travelers who want to experience Japan like a local.

Not Your Usual Guidebook: Local Favorites in Japan

JAPAN DECODED is your key to uncovering the Japan you won’t find in guidebooks or textbooks. Hosted by native Japanese speakers, this podcast breaks down the myths, untangles the complexities, and deciphers the hidden layers of Japan’s culture, society, and everyday life. If you’re looking for an unfiltered, thought-provoking, and eye-opening perspective on Japan—this is where you’ll find it.

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Not Your Usual Guidebook: Local Favorites in Japan

Not Your Usual Guidebook: Local Favorites in Japan