How far right, does the far right extend? Why is the price of political ignorance? How long can Japan remain a country of peace when the Fascist are scrambling for power? Mentioned: Nippon Kaigi Liberal Democratic Party Langley Esquire (youtuber)Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

Is Japan a strict country to live in? In our original loose vs strict episode we looked at Michele Gelfand’s paper on the looseness and stictness of countries’ social and cultural mores. Going from the broad to the particular, this time we look at the norms of Japanese and American interpersonal relationships, workplace relationships especially, an…

In our most imitate and rambling episode yet, we barely manage to stay on the main topic while trading barbs in a cheap hotel room. Jordan shows off his paltry knowledge of recent anime, and Pradi asks weird questions.Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

This time we discuss the continuation of the emergency measures, our and other's experience of the lockdown. We talk big trips, tourists, and whatever else comes to mind.Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

In this week’s episode we talk whiskey, from breweries to distributors and all the nitty gritty details we could scrounge up. All the while we enjoy a glass of Fukushima brewed whiskey and remember the 2011 Fukushima Earthquake and Tsunami. You can check out this episode live at https://youtu.be/pPCFkdtZjW8…

Pardon the brief unplanned break but we are back! Here is the newest entry in our casual and interpersonal off the cuff series, and this time we are talking about the trials and terrors of moving in JapanJordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

This time we get even classier, pinkies and glasses in the air, as we talk craft beer, draft beer, brewery, and comparisons with the American craft scene. Get a taste of what's there to drink and what it's like to drink in Japan. https://beertengoku.com/Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

In this week's episode we dig deep into the topic of gender, focusing mainly on gender in the workplace and the construction of masculinity in Japan. We dig deep, say more than we can probably justify, take out the data, and get stupid personal in our delve.Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

A history of tattooing and a culture that shuns it collides on the isolated island of Japan. We talk the art of hoshizumi, yakuza full body tattoos, law, modern Japanese tattoos, and the idea of a private art not shown to others.Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

We're finally back after a long winter break and this week is all about fashion: Harajuku fashion. What's with all the colors? Why is it so weird? What is Lolita fashion? How do they compare to gyarus? What the heck is going on? Join us as we try and break this thing downJordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

In this week's episode we discuss the Japanese artistic aesthetic of wabisabi. Jordan breaks down the history and meaning, and Pradi shares his mountain-teahouse experiences. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wabi-sabi https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0335266/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sen_no_Riky%C5%AB https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tai-an…

Pradi and Jordan talk dogs and dog ownership in Japan, sharing personal experience and discussing the ins, outs, and challenges of dog care in Japan.Jordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

In this week's episode we discuss the nitty-gritty of sexuality in Japan, including laws, fetishes, politics, pornography, and relationships. http://hrn.or.jp/eng/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/HRN-Child-Pornography-Report-2018.02.07.pdfJordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari

This week Jordan and Pradi sat down with Boo Bradley, a Father, Husband, Teacher, Youtuber, and entrepreneur based in Japan. Boo dives deep into his work and his channel, his plans for the future in Japan, how he got his Japanese drivers license, and his advice to people who are interested in living abroad! Check him out on Youtube at Boo Bradley's…

In continuation from last week, we delve a bit deeper into the topic of xenophobia in Japan, China, and the US, going into specific instances of xenophobia reported in the news and from our personal experiences. We continue to probe the question: How does Xenophobia's character change from culture to culture, and from country to country? https://ne…

In this week's episode we delve into the difficult topic of xenophobia, perhaps at times somewhat clumsily, but we try our hand at characterizing the xenophobia at home, that which we experienced living in Japan, and visiting in China. The big question, how is xenophobia different in these countries?…

In this week’s episode, we interview Andrew, a JET assistant English teacher working in Sendai about his insights into life as an Australian expat, and as a Christian looking for community and love in Japan. Intro is “Juno Bassline” by Nubes from looperman.comJordan Fisher and Pradi Shigari