Hip Hop Snapshots -Beats from the East- The Rise of Hip Hop in Japan

This episode we dive into the rise of hip-hop in Japan, tracing the blueprint from Hiroshi Fujiwara and Toshio Nakanishi’s NYC pilgrimages to the global waves made by DJ Krush, DJ Honda, and more. We spotlight the radio shows, live tours, and underground crews that helped Japan not only embrace the culture—but build its own rhythm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.