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Sightseeing Japan

Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin

Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.

society & culture places & travel

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01:03:28

118. The City of Hiroshima (and Miyajima)

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2023/07/17

Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture and the largest city in the Chugoku region of Japan. Nearby is the island of Miyajima (Itsukushima) which is famous for its “floating” torii gate. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the history of this area as well as the many things to see and do there!Topics Covered:HistoryMazda Zoom Zoom StadiumMazda MuseumShukkeien GardenHiroshima CastleHiroshima Museum of ArtAtomic Bomb DomePeace Memorial Park: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum — Children’s Peace

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01:05:15

117. Ume (The Japanese Plum)

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2023/07/03

The ume is a fruit commonly referred to in English as the “Japanese plum”. Join Jason and Paul as they discuss its cultural significance and the many ways that this fruit is enjoyed in Japan!Topics Covered:HistoryUme FlowersUmeboshiUmeshuOther UsesJoin our Discord community!Become a member on Patreon!

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01:26:38

116. Ninja

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2023/06/19

Ninja, also known as shinobi, were skilled mercenaries in feudal Japan who were hired for a variety of purposes, from espionage to assassination. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the roles that ninja played throughout Japanese history!Topics Covered:HistoryWhat were Ninja Hired for?SkillsClothes and EquipmentSupernatural AbilitiesHow Can You Defend Against a Ninja?Where to Find a Ninja Experience in Japan: Ninja Tokyo Restaurant — Edo Wonderland — Odawara Fuma Ninja Festival — Jidai Academy Dojo

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01:17:03

115. 2023 Trip Recap (Part 3)

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2023/06/05

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their third week of sightseeing!Topics Covered:Day 15: Nikko (Taiyuin, Futarasan Jinja, Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Rinnoji, Kanmangafuchi Abyss)Day 16: Nikko (Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji Sightseeing Trail)Day 17: Kinugawa (Edo Wonderland, Tobu World Square)Day 18: Tokyo (Tanuki Street, Kappabashi Street, Sogenji, Hitachino Brewing Lab)Day 19: Tokyo (Yanaka Ginza, Animate Ikebukuro, Sunshine

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00:07:02

Announcement - JR Pass Changes

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2023/05/29

Changes are coming in October 2023 for the JR Pass. Join Jason and Paul as they discuss the changes and their impact on the value of the pass!Affiliate Links:JR PassRegional PassesFare CalculatorJoin our Discord community!Become a member on Patreon!

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01:17:15

114. 2023 Trip Recap (Part 2)

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2023/05/22

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their second week of sightseeing!Topics Covered:Day 8: Kagoshima (Sengan-en)Day 9: Sakurajima (Hotel Rainbow Sakurajima)Day 10: Kagoshima (Museum of the Meiji Restoration, Reimeikan, Cave of Saigo Takamori, Shiroyama Park Observation Deck)Day 11: Kitakyushu (Kokura Castle, Yasaka Shrine, TOTO Museum, Aru Aru City, Manga Museum)Day 12: Osaka (Sakuranomiya Park/Shrine, America-mura, Namba

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01:15:01

113. 2023 Trip Recap (Part 1)

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2023/05/08

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss their itinerary and recount their first week of sightseeing!Topics Covered:Day 1: FlightsDay 2: Onomichi (Temple Walk. Senkoji Park)Day 3: Shimanami Kaido (Dolce Ice Cream, Kosanji, Hill of Hope, I-Link Hostel & Cafe Shimanami)Day 4: Shimanami Kaido (Fuu, Michi-no-Eki, Dolphinfarm Shimanami, Sunrise Itoyama) - Matsuyama (Nagasaka)Day 5: Matsuyama (Matsuyama Castle, Dogo Onsen, Dogo Beer Hall, Dogo Shopping

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01:28:18

112. The City of Nara

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2023/04/24

Nara is widely known for its friendly deer, but did you know it’s also the ancient capital of Japan? Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many things to do and see in Nara!Topics Covered:HistoryCentral Nara: Heijo Palace —Toshodaiji Temple — Yakushiji Temple — Horyuji TempleDeerNara Park: Kofukuji Temple — Nara National Museum — Yoshikien Garden — Isuien Garden — Todaiji Temple — Kasuga Taisha Shrine (Manyo Botanical Gardens, Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest) — Wakakusayama — Shinyakushiji

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01:20:48

111. Planning a Trip to Japan (Revisited)

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2023/04/10

Planning a trip to a foreign country can be a daunting task. Join Jason and Paul as they walk step by step through the planning process for their spring 2023 Japan trip!Topics Covered:Where to StartPassport/VisaBudgetBooking a FlightBooking HotelsAssembling an ItineraryFinishing Touches

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00:04:02

Announcement - Season 3 and Tokyo Meetup

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2023/03/06

Come hang out with with Jason and Paul! All listeners are invited. If you happen to be in Tokyo on April 5th, 2023, stop by for a drink and a chat!Details:When: April 5th, 2023 at 7:00pmWhere: Hitachino Brewing Lab in Akihabara, Tokyo (Google Maps)(Website)

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01:16:51

110. Miyuki Seguchi (Interview)

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2023/01/16

Join Jason and Paul as they interview Miyuki Seguchi, licensed travel guide and host of the Japan Experts podcast!Find Miyuki Seguchi Online:Grabthe FREE Japan Travel Guide: The 7 steps to creating your unique immersive experienceLearn more about her Japan travel programthe Japan Travel EssentialsWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramJapan Experts Podcast

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01:33:00

109. Martial Arts

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2023/01/02

Martial arts have a long history in Japan, and over time they have evolved to integrate philosophical and religious ideas with the physical aspects of warfare. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the wide world of Japanese martial arts!Topics Covered:HistoryKoryu Bujutsu: Sumo — Jujutsu — Swordsmanship (Kenjutsu, Battojutsu, Iaijutsu) — Naginatajutsu — Sojutsu — Shinobi no JutsuGendai Jutsu: Judo — Kendo — Iaido — Aikido — Kyudo — Karate — Shorinji KempoConcepts: Aiki — Kokoro — Courtesy — Kiai —

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00:03:10

Announcement - 2023 Meetup Event

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2022/12/26

Jason and Paul will be in Japan in April and are announcing a meetup event in Tokyo! All listeners are invited. If you happen to be in Tokyo, stop by for a drink and a chat!Details:When: April 5th, 2023 at 7:00pmWhere: Hitachino Brewing Lab in Akihabara, Tokyo (Google Maps)(Website)

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01:14:09

108. Beer

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2022/12/19

Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in Japan. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the world of Japanese beer!Topics Covered:History: Kirin — Sapporo — Asahi — SuntoryHow is Beer Made?Types of Beer in Japan: Happoshu — Daisan no Biiru — Seasonal Beer — Craft BeerBeer TastingWhere to Experience Beer in Japan

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01:20:11

107. Kappa

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2022/12/05

Kappa are dangerous reptilian water creatures from Japanese mythology. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the fascinating folklore behind this odd, cucumber-loving yokai!Topics Covered:HistoryWhat Do Kappa Look Like?What Do Kappa Do?: Hobbies — Diet — Violence — ShirikodamaHow to Defeat a KappaPublic PerceptionAre Kappa Real?FolktalesWhere to Find Kappa in Japan: Kaiyodo Kappa Museum (Shimanto, Kochi Prefecture) — Sogenji Temple (Asakusa, Tokyo) — Kappabuchi Pool (Tono, Iwate Prefecture)

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01:49:31

106. The Four Seasons

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2022/11/21

The four seasons in Japan each have their own distinct character, and the impact that seasonal changes have had on the country’s culture over the centuries is apparent in many aspects of their society. Join Jason and Paul as they explore what makes Japan’s four seasons so special!Topics Covered:HistoryWeatherEvents/HolidaysFoodDecorative Motifs

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01:17:00

105. Love Hotels

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2022/11/07

Homes in Japan are often multi-generational and may not offer enough privacy for certain intimate activities…but fortunately the love hotel industry provides a solution to this problem. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the wide variety of love hotels in Japan!Topics Covered:HistoryWhere to find love hotelsAppearance/AmenitiesRatesExamples: Hotel Sara — Hotel Bali-An Resort — Hotel Ikutama Love — Hotel Blan Chapel Christmas — Hotel Artia Dinosaur — Hotel Togenkyo Isehara — Hotel Us Keibajo — Hotel

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01:20:40

104. Halloween Special - Haunted Places

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2022/10/24

Stories of ghosts and monsters stretch back centuries in Japanese mythology and many of them are tied to specific locations. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many haunted places in Japan!Topics Covered:Kanto Area: Aokigahara (The Suicide Forest) — Himuro Mansion — Sendagaya Tunnel — Gridley Tunnel — The Prime Minister’s Residence — Oiran Buchi BridgeKansai Area: Awashima Shrine — Maruoka Castle (technically in Chubu) — Kiyotaki Tunnel — Himeji Castle (Okiku’s Well)Kyushu Area: Inunaki

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01:20:46

103. Visiting Japan with Dietary Restrictions

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2022/10/10

Whether you have food allergies or if your diet is vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, etc., Japanese cuisine can be difficult to navigate if you’re not able to eat certain common ingredients. Join Jason and Paul as they discuss how to enjoy Japan while adhering to various dietary restrictions! Topics Covered:Modern Japanese dietFood allergies (18:29)Vegan diet (27:58)Vegetarian diet (45:22)Religious dietary restrictions (49:57)Gluten-free diet (53:36)Keto diet (1:01:42)General tips

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00:04:00

Announcement - Japan is Opening!

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2022/10/03

Japan has been slow to reopen to tourism since it closed its borders at the beginning of the pandemic, but they recently announced that the country will fully reopen on October 11, 2022!

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