Episodes
Tuesday Dec 03, 2019
Tuesday Dec 03, 2019
How to get by in a non-English speaking country when you can't speak the local language...basically just get used to embarrassing yourself.
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
A look into the history of 'kawaii', what it represents in Japan and why Japan is so obsessed with 'cute culture.
Monday Nov 11, 2019
Monday Nov 11, 2019
A look at gender inequality in Japan and the perceived role of women both at home and in the workplace.
Content warning: please note this episode includes a segment about sexual harassment, I have mentioned where exactly in the episode it is discussed for those who wish to avoid the topic.
Sunday Nov 03, 2019
Sunday Nov 03, 2019
Do not blow your nose on the train
Do sleep wherever you want
and other Do's and Don'ts of Japan including how to behave on the train, greet colleagues and make small talk.
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Experiencing being surrounded by the Rugby World Cup in Tokyo when my understanding of sports is minimal. Spoiler alert: involves a man gifting me a cross-eyed drawing of myself
Sunday Oct 20, 2019
Sunday Oct 20, 2019
An account of experiencing Typhoon Hagibis which hit Japan just one week ago.