Virtual Abroad Japan (Bilingual Radio EN&JP)

Japanese people are heavily into events - New years eve, new years day, halloween, aaaaand the valentines day. But the Japanese valentines day is not like what you might imagine, yes, thats right. Not roses, but chocolates. Listen to this weeks podcast to listen to what Japanese people think of the Valentine's Day. 

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What made you interested in Japan and its culture? Food? People? the 4 seasons? or Anime? Many people have travelled, studied in Japan, or even found a job in Japan, because of Anime. Anime has influenced many people's lives, including those in Japan. It is part of Japanese culture. Enjoy Josh and Janet's perspective on Anime culture. 

【Advanced】

Job hunting for foreign-owned enterprise in Japan // “The job-offer blues” // Australia is skill based but what about Japan….? Reasons behind “potential” skills based hiring // Graduating Japanese university is a breeze 

外資系企業への就活は、2回のチャンスがある？、日本人の就活は死活問題、内定ブルー、オーストラリアと比べてポテンシャルが大事でスキルはあんまりみられないというメリットも（海外では専攻が仕事につながるが、日本は専攻はあまり関係がなく、大学名の方が重要。）、日本の大学は単位をとるのが楽、大学は無限サブスクサービス

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How often do you see a fortune tellers around your city?

In Japan, people often talk about their luck, future jobs, future relationships, health, based on the fortune teller. The culture of fortune even exist in Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, where people draw a strip of paper and test their luck. 

However, how people react to fortunes varies within people, just like Josh and Janet. Would you believe in fortune telling?

【Beginner】

The chances are, you're probably already planning about your next trip when the world is COVID free, and if you're listening to this podcast, you might be wanting to travel to Japan. Trust me, Japan is an amazing place. But there are few things you're better off knowing few tips before visting Japan. 

Listen to Josh and Janet talk about some of the tips even your guide book does not tell ;) 

【Advanced】

In todays episode, Josh and Janet will talk about the long lasting COVID-19. COVID-19 still persists all over the world, and Japan has yet to come with a successful plan to reduce the number of cases. Josh and Janet, who has been regularly checking up on COVID-19 situation will share their opinions the current state and strategies Japan implemented.

【Beginner】

This week we will be discussing how Josh and Janet lived through their student life starting from primary school through to univeresity life in Japan. Childhood is a critical time in developing and shaping personality that Josh and Janet has. Listen to their conversation, to find out and link the dots of how they have obtained thier current personality and perspecive!

【Beginner】

Seven eleve, family mart, Lawson, you can name many more. Japan is full of convenience stores and everyone has their favourite must buy products. Explore the world of "conbini", as Japanese people will call them, because you will fall in love once you experience the convenient lifestyle.

【Beginner】

Culture shock is a major issue many people face when living overseas. Japan is especially a unique country where their culture is based very much on presumptions and "common sense". Hear us talk about Japanese culture from multiple perspective.