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There is a major societal shift underway in Japan. One that nobody could have imagined. With one of Japan’s biggest corporations leading the resistance, and the government having a steak in the profits, is such a change even possible? We talk about that today.........

 This weeks Tokyo Tuesday on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6K_C122zpQ&t=1s

 The Article: https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKBN1JN1LP

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 Life can really get out of hand sometimes... Nearly 10 years ago, in an audacious moment fueled by excitement and emotion, I brazenly and boldly promised two of Japans most world-renowned musicians that I WOULD see them again some day in Japan. Little did I know that I wasn't just predicting a future that I could have never imagined, but I was starting down a road that would forever change my life and the way that I see the world. 

In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we cover this article from SoraNews24 talking about my journey to get where I am today:

 https://soranews24.com/2019/02/18/is-this-real-life-how-a-canadian-man-became-apprentice-to-japans-world-famous-shamisen-masters/

 I share background stories and insights and try not to get too side-tracked. But in the end... well, I am me! 

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I'm not a big fan of the title of this one... But it's something we do cover in great detail in today's podcast, in addition to some other exciting topics. Would you believe it might be summer in just 2 weeks (well... for me anyway!)

In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we sit down and talk, because I feel like its been a while since we did that. 

Additionally, new video up on YouTube... Probably my favorite of this year so far: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mDyZHgcnOE&lc=

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 On a cold day in 2011, I stumbled across something amazing in the streets of Shibuya, Tokyo. I had no idea at the time, but this one single moment would change the course of my entire life in ways that I never could have predicted.

In this weeks Episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we go over an amazing coincidence that happened nearly a decade ago, and how this one single moment lead to the creation of everything that you are hearing here today. Without this moment... There would be no Tokyo Lens.

Tokyo Lens Vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-w4y8-QYnI&t=4s

Shamisen in Tokyo Vid: [Coming Soon]

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 There is a secret travel hack here in Japan. One that can get you across the country and back for about $100. Half of that if you travel with a friend. But it comes at a cost of its own, that in the end... might just be worth it.

The THIRD installment of my First Visit To Japan series:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To-fDqEMOXI&t=868s

The Playlist: http://bit.ly/FirstJapan

In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we talk about the cheapest way to travel across Japan, and have some fun along the way!

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 I never thought I would be doing ANOTHER episode on this...

In case you missed the previous one: 

https://anchor.fm/tokyolens/episodes/Japanese-People-Hate-This--A-Lesson-in-Etiquette-e2ua8p

Today's video on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTLmjw3E8m0&feature=youtu.be

And an Amazing 5 days in Matsuyama:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIFdHlNv6Xw

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also, my page has some Japanese Snacks!

https://www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens

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This is a Special Edition Episode. We go outside today... Into Tokyo for some adventure. Headphones are recommended for this episode.

This episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura is a concept episode. Something that we might do more of in the future. It features one of my favorite content creators on the planet. Someone who encouraged me to start my journey.

His Name is Taylor Jackson 

https://podtail.com/en/podcast/photography-with-taylor-jackson/

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Videos

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It is said that Japanese are expected to go wild in their youth... Some believe that it is a part of the culture. Knowing fully that these youth will eventually have to fall in line with society, it seems to even be forgiven.

All of it seems to peak and start to wind down on one single day;

The Coming of Age Day.

In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast By Norm Nakamura, I bring you a deeper look into the coming of age ceremony, as well as a bit of a confession...

The Article: https://japantoday.com/category/national/coming-of-age-day-ceremonies-held-across-japan-2

The Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it73IT-kxyc

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Podcast recorded on this: https://amzn.to/2DbOcpe

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With this lens. amzn.to/2u8YgHY 

And this Mic: amzn.to/2uO5wuG 

also, my page has some Japanese Snacks!

https://www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens

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 It all started with a seemingly harmless survey. But what was found, was a little more than they were expecting. Today we learn about some major gripes that Japanese people have. In particular, with trains and the commute. And it might not be what you think.

In this weeks episode of The Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, by very popular request, we revisit the "commentary" podcast style as we go over an article from the Japan Times. 

You can read it here:   https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2019/01/05/national/media-national/survey-commuting-gripes-japan-spurs-wider-societal-complaints/#.XDnbtVwzaUk

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