🎙️ In this special podcast episode, we sit down with KG, a Japanese convert to Islam, to explore his incredible journey — from his early background and curiosity about religions to embracing Islam and navigating life as a Muslim in Japan.
We dive deep into fascinating topics: the challenges of the Muslim community, encounters with the Khawarij, being labeled a “Wahhabi,” the pursuit of Islamic knowledge, and the differences within Islam. KG also shares his thoughts on anime, Japanese traditions, the Yakuza, samurai, and ninjas, and how these cultural elements connect with identity and spirituality.
The conversation also touches on sensitive and eye-opening realities in Japan — from host clubs and the rise of prostitution to patriarchy, gender roles, and how Islamic manners and da’wah resonate in Japanese society.
This is a powerful episode for anyone interested in Islam in Japan, cultural intersections, and the deeper ideas behind anime, tradition, and spirituality.
00:00 intro
01:52 KG’s background
06:47 KG’s curiosity about religions
25:45 Journey in Islam
27:38 The Muslim community
29:25 Encountering the Khawarij
33:32 You’re a Wahhabi!
45:52 Seeking Knowledge
48:14 Differences in Islam
51:47 Anime
01:00:43 Japan and Religion
01:05:37 Dawah in Japan
01:07:53 Islamic manners in Japan
01:10:30 Time Importance
01:15:15 well-being in Japan
01:17:43 Host Club
01:20:45 Rise in Prostitution
01:21:43 Patriarchy in Japan
01:25:08 Women in Anime
01:27:51 Traditions & the Yakuza
01:35:35 The Samurai
01:39:54 What’s a Ninja
01:41:43 The Evolution of Japan
01:51:24 KG’s Personal life
01:53:21 Showing love in Japan
01:55:09 Future Plans
01:56:16 The Emperor & Islam
02:00:24 Why I became Muslim
02:03:32 BONUS: The Ideas of Anime
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