Sun, 6 March 2016
In Episode 101 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Andrew Marston of the "Happy in Japan" YouTube channel. Andrew was on Episode 17 of the Just Japan Podcast in 2014 talking about his epic cycling adventure accross Japan. In this episode he talks about his return to Japan as well as the travel videos he has been producing for his amazing YouTube channel. They are fun, informative and the editing is great! Learn more about his video production techniques and being Happy in Japan! Kevin also talks about his nature/wildlife photography page "Birds of Kansai." https://www.facebook.com/birdsofkansai http://justjapanstuff.com (new home online) Shownotes/Website: http://justjapanstuff.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcast101HappyJapan.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 2:58am EDT |
Fri, 26 February 2016
Just a quick announcement to let you know there will be no new episode of the podcast this week, but have no fear, we'll be back with a new one next week! Until then, check out the home of the podcast at justjapanstuff.com for blog posts and fun stuff about Japan. Also check out our Etsy shop: "Luck of Japan" Shownotes/blog: http://justjapanstuff.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcastNoNewEpisode.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 4:32am EDT |
Sun, 21 February 2016
100 EPISODES!!!!! Thank You Everyone! In Episode 100 - Part 2 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea shares the stories of past guests about their experiences when they first came to Japan. This celebratory episode (Part 2) features some amazing and entertaining stories from past guests as well as Kevin! What's it really like when you move to a country far away from home with a vastly different culture? Find out! These tales were accidentally ommited from Episode 100 so here they are in Episode 100 - Part 2! http://justjapanstuff.com (new home online) Shownotes/Website: http://justjapanstuff.com
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Thu, 18 February 2016
100 EPISODES!!!!! Thank You Everyone! In Episode 100 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea shares the stories of past guests about their experiences when they first came to Japan. This celebratory episode features some amazing and entertaining stories from 15 past guests as well as Kevin! What's it really like when you move to a country far away from home with a vastly different culture? Find out! Kevin also gives out special thanks (100 episodes), podcast goals for 2016 and rambles on about other things... http://justjapanstuff.com (new home online) Shownotes/Website: http://justjapanstuff.com
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Direct download: JustJapanPodcast100FirstWeekInJapan.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 6:56am EDT |
Fri, 12 February 2016
In Episode 99 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guest Kathryn Spoor about her new Japan-related project! The JQNA podcast is a season-based podcast that tackles different issues about life in Japan, but in a non-standard manner. Kathryn doesn't have a cohost or interview people live. She has a group of people from varying backgrounds discuss some pretty different topics about life in Japan. Each week you can hear a wide variety of experiences and thoughts on life in Japan from her panelists. You'll have to subscribe to JQNA in iTunes or on Sound Cloud to know what we're talking about. Kevin also discusses the podcast schedule, Episode 100, too many surgeries and some nutsy North Koreans launching missles! http://justjapanstuff.com Shownotes/Website: http://justjapanstuff.com |
Sat, 30 January 2016
In Episode 98 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks to James Winovich, the host of the ALT Insider Podcast and the person behind altinsider.com. James has been in Japan for several years and developed a resource website and podcast dedicated to helping those working in Japan as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs). He offers a wealth of knowledge and advice geared towards making people better and happier teachers! Recently the ALT Insider Podcast has branched away from teaching as a topic alone and has done some fascinating episodes about foreigners living and working in Japan in non-teaching related careers. Check out the ALT Insider Podcast and enjoy the interview! Kevin also talks about surgery in Japan, sick family members and the new home of the Just Japan Podcast: http://justjapanstuff.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcast98ALTinsiderPodcast.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 5:18am EDT |
Tue, 26 January 2016
The Just Japan Podcast has a new website! Go check it out. Make sure you bookmark it and share it on your social media: http://justjapanstuff.com/
Direct download: JustJapanPodcastWebsiteAnnouncement.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 7:27am EDT |
Sun, 24 January 2016
In Episode 97 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks to Adam Shaw (SakanaJin on YouTube) about studying Japanese and life in Japan. Adam studied Japanese in the U.K. for a year before coming to Japan 4 years ago. Since then he has studied Japanese and is working towards his JLPT (Japan Language Proficiency Test) Level 1. They chat about the importance of learning Japanese, what type of studying has worked for Adam as well as using language to learn about Japanese culture. Shownotes/Website: http://busankevin.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcast97LearningJapanese.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 7:02am EDT |
Mon, 18 January 2016
In Episode 96 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea speaks with Anthony Joh about finding work in Japan. Anthony is the editor of the GaijinPot website. GaijinPot has the biggest English-language job board in Japan and is an important place to visit if looking for work in a variety of industires in Japan. GaijinPot is also known for its blog that shares information about culture and life in Japan. Kevin and Anthony talk about jobs available for foreigners in Japan, qualifications as well as job searching and hunting tips. Anthony discusses topics such as finding work in Japan from abroad, searching here in Japan, visa sponsorship, education qualifications and coming to Japan as a student. Another episode filled with useful information for those interested in Japan! Shownotes/Website: http://busankevin.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcast96FindingAJobInJapan.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 5:13am EDT |
Thu, 7 January 2016
In Episode 95 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Jay Dee Archer. Jay Dee is a Canadian who has been living and working in Japan for more than 10 years. Jay Dee and his family have decided that it is time for them to make the move back to his home in Canada. Some expats choose to stay in Japan premanently, but most eventually transition back to their own countries after living and working in Japan. This can be challenging for most people, but it becomes far more complicated when you have a family! Jay Dee talks about his motivation for moving back as well as some of the hurdles he and his family face while making this important transition. Shownotes/Website: http://busankevin.com
Direct download: JustJapanPodcast95LeavingJapan.m4a
Category:Society & Culture -- posted at: 7:22am EDT |
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