Tokyo is the world’s biggest metropolis, the capital of Japan, and one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Join Jason and Paul as they explore this megacity and discuss the many things to see and do there!

Topics Covered:

History

Shinjuku: Kabukicho — Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden — Golden Gai — Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

Shibuya: Shibuya Crossing — Hachiko Statue — Shibuya 109 — Shibuya Scramble Square — Meiji Jingu — Yoyogi Park

Akihabara: Chuo Dori — Maid Cafes — Electronics — Arcades — 2k540

Asakusa: Sensoji Temple — Kappabashi Dougu-gai — Sumida Park — Skytree

Harajuku: Takeshita Street — Daiso (100 yen shop) — Pure Blue Japan (Denim shop)

Shimbashi: Kagaya

Roppongi: Roppongi Hills — Mori Tower — Mori Art Museum — The National Art Center Tokyo

Ginza: Wako Clock Tower

Kichijoji: Inokashira Park — Ghibli Museum

Ueno: Ueno Park (Zoo, Tokyo National Museum) — Ameyayokocho (Hinoya, Americaya)

Ikebukuro: Sunshine City

Tsukiji: Retail Market

Odaiba: Gundam — Rainbow Bridge — Toyota MegaWeb — Tokyo Big Sight —  teamLab Borderless — Aqua City (Ramen Theme Park)

How to get around Tokyo: Suica — JR Pass — Hyperdia — Google Maps

Shikoku is one of the main islands of Japan and has a unique history, beautiful natural scenery, and a traditional feel. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the Shikoku region of Japan!

Topics Covered:

Shikoku Pilgrimage

History

Tokushima Prefecture: Naruto Whirlpools — Iya Valley (Vine bridges) — Anan Coast — Awa Odori Festival — Nagoro (Doll village) — Sobagome Zosui

Kagawa Prefecture: Naoshima (Art island) — Shikoku Village — Konpira Shrine — Ritsurin Garden — Ogijima — Sanuki Udon

Ehime Prefecture: Shimanami Kaido (Biking trail) — Dogo Onsen — Matsuyama Castle — Uwajima Castle — Mount Ishizuchi — Uwajima Gaiya Matsuri — Uchiko (Kamihaga Residence, Yokaichi Old Town) — Goshiki Somen

Kochi Prefecture: Kochi City Market — Kochi Castle — Yoshino River — Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum — Kitagawa (Monet’s Garden) — Yosakoi Festival — Katsuo Tataki

How to get to/around the Shikoku Region

Nikko is a popular tourist destination for domestic and international tourists due to its natural beauty, important temples and shrines, and relaxing onsen. Join Jason and Paul as they explore this historic city!

Topics Covered:

History

Shinkyo Bridge

Rinnoji Temple

Toshogu Shrine

Futarasan Shrine

Taiyuin (Mausoleum of Tokugawa Iemitsu)

Tamozawa Imperial Villa

Kanmangafuchi Abyss

Okunikko Region: Lake Chuzenji — Kegon Falls — Senjogahara Hiking Course

Imaichi: Watanabe Sahei Shoten — Cedar Avenue

Kinugawa Onsen

Theme Parks: Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura — Tobu World Square

Food

How to get to/around Nikko