On Japan Time

In their final episode, Michael and Jordan talk about art in Japan, including a discussion of wabi-sabi, different forms of personal expression, and how one can find true bliss.We would both like to thank all of you for listening to our weekly show for the past year and a half. If you want On Japan Time to return, please DO send us a message on Instagram and make your opinion/voice heard. If enough people reach out to us, we may be able to continue. For now, however, On Japan Time will be indefinitely suspended. Thanks again and take care of yourself!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeOn Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Jordan talk about their experiences with gambling in the US and Japan, how the two are different, and discuss the legal and semi-legal forms of gambling that are extremely popular in Japan.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Michael and Jordan talk about their experiences with video games, their favorite games and consoles, and consider a subjective list of the 10 most impactful video games of all time. How many do you think were made in Japan?Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In what might be their most ridiculous episode yet, Michael and Jordan talk about all things senbei (煎餅) before eating a bunch live on air (in a quasi-ASMR segment!?).Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the different kinds of grocery stores in Japan, the products that are sold in US and Japanese stores, the shift to self-checkout (including a hot take from Jordan!), and the joy of getting ready-made meals at half price right before closing time.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about what it's like to get a haircut in both the US and Japan, including the different styles one can get, important vocabulary for a men's haircut, and things that shocked them about getting a haircut in Japan.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about cemeteries in Japan, what a family grave is like, and the different events/ceremonies associated with a family's grave site.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about a bit of sad topic this time: funerals. Jordan walks Michael through the steps of the funeral, outlines the heart-wrenching cremation process, and shares his experience attending a funeral in Japan.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk all about school lunches in Japan including how they're made, student involvement in the school lunch process, and how truly healthy/tasty it is.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan first talk about cultural appropriation and Jordan questions whether or not it truly exists. Then they talk about Kimono and the different special occasions in which people in Japan tend to wear them.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the abandoned house issue in Japan, including what is causing it, the effects of having so many abandoned houses, and things the potential "akiya" buyers should be aware of before taking the plunge.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the traditional Japanese houses, including the beautiful ceramic roofs, stone lanterns in the garden, bamboo and mud walls, tatami mats, indoor fire/cooking spaces, and more!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about all the different things that give winter vibes in Japan, including heated tables, bathing in citrus, stores and trains that are suffocatingly hot, fried chicken, Christmas cakes, and more!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about Okinawa, its history, the famous castle that recently burned down, and the extremely tasty soki soba. Jordan also gives a quick update about Gävle goat in Sweden.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the history and origins of furusato nozei in Japan, some of the more outlandish "return gifts" one used to be able to receive for a donation, and how the whole system works.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, Michael and Jordan interview Una, an exchange student from Iceland. Una shares her unique perspective on growing up in Iceland, what her life is like now as an exchange student in Japan, how she became interested in Japan, and more!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.OnJapanTime was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the culture of perseverance in Japan, the concept of everyone working through a challenge/difficulty together, and the importance of learning from our mistakes.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael and Jordan talk about the history of the phone, their experiences growing up with different technologies, and discuss smartphone addiction in Japan.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan quizzes Michael to see if he can guess the results of a survey in which Japanese people voted to pick the most iconic characters from Japan. They were both shocked to find it wasn't Mario!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan and Michael talk about all the different kinds of seaweed that are typically eaten in Japan and share their stories about some of the unique/wild seafood dishes they have tried.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the different kinds of English teaching jobs that one can do in Japan, including ALT work, English conversation (Eikaiwa) work, and other part-time English jobs.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael discuss everything TV, including how to watch TV in Japan, the different kinds of typical shows that are on air in Japan, their own favorite Japanese shows, as well as the national broadcaster NHK.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the history of neighborhood associations, consider whether they are still useful or not, and talk about their own experiences with their local neighborhood associations.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael discuss whether they think Nagoya is the best place to live in Japan. They also give some advice to tourists who are planning on visiting Nagoya/Japan.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk all about bread in Japan. Yum yum!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael share life hacks to make your move to Japan as easy as possible.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the countless ways to say "Hello" and "Goodbye" in Japanese.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special (and extra long!) episode of OnJapanTime, Jordan shares the details of his once-in-a-lifetime summer trip to England, Switzerland, and Italy.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the unique school customs that are common in Japan, including how students get to school, school lunches, and who "owns" the classroom. Then in the second half, they continue the discussion and Jordan shares a shocking story of the pool cleaning day at an elementary school that he used to work at, while Michael shares information about shoes, uniforms, and one's appearance in school. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "beside" and "besides", how to use them, and how they are different.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael share the best things about life in the USA, with both of them mostly agreeing on all the positive aspects of life in America. Then in the second half, they switch to talk about the best things about living in Japan, and Michael strangely forgets to include one of the very best things about Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "tongue" and how it is useful.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode of OnJapanTime, Jordan guides Michael down a trip through memory lane. We hope you enjoy!Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Michael shares his experience using the unemployment system in Japan and shares a shocking story about an acquaintance who got the world's most amazing severance package. Then in the second half, Michael outlines the main types of employment in Japan and shares the merits and demirts of each of them. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) continue the discussion about the word "yet" and the additional uses and meanings it has.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Jordan gives a handful of tips about how to survive the insufferable heat of the oppressive Japanese summer. Then in the second half, the two discuss Obon (Japan's main summer event), as well as a other foods, activities, and items that are quintessential to summers in Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "still" and "yet", including their difference and usage.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Jordan gives a quick overview of the Tanabata Festival that happens on July 7th each year, and describes how Japan is a little behind the times when it comes to handling surnames after marriage. Then in the second half, Michael shares a few more issues that he thinks are contributing to gender inequality in Japan, while Jordan questions whether or not we really need to have royal families in this day and age. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "game" and all the different uses and meanings it has.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode, Jordan goes on a bit of a rant about the types of clothing to wear in Japan in summer before giving some background information (size, population, famous places, etc.) about Mie Prefecture in central Japan. Then in the second half, Jordan goes on to describe the lesser-known places in Mie (especially in the southern areas of the prefecture) where you can experience authentic rural Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "actual" and "actually" and how they are different.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about possible causes of Japan's rapidly declining population, with Jordan surprising Michael with a reason that he wasn't really expecting. Then in the second half, Michael analyzes the issues with Japan's work-life balance while Jordan hopes for people in Japan to rediscover the joy of human connections. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the noun "population" and how to use it.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about possible causes to the steady increase in foreign visitors to Japan as well as the news that parts of Kyoto have completely barred tourists due to bad behavior. Then in the second half, they talk about the many different news articles that have been popping up about the problem of overtourism in Japan, give their opinions about the articles, and consider some possible solutions. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about verb "exercise" and how to use it.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special interview episode, Michael sits down with Emil Carlén, an exchange student from Göteborg, Sweden who is currently studying at Toho High School. In the interview, Michael and Emil talk about Emil's life in Sweden, how he became interested in Japan, what his life is like here as an exchange student, his exceptional English skills, and what he recommends tourists do when visiting Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the game of golf.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about the different kinds of alcohol in Japan, Jordan shares his super dank story, and Micheal shares the I-just-finished-drinking-and-it-was-refreshing sound that his wife often does while drinking tea (and which is very common in Japan). Then in the second half, they share a smorgasbord of tips on drinking culture in Japan, what not to do, and what to expect when you go out drinking with friends or colleagues. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about verb "exercise" and how to use it.Please drink responsibly. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about Japan being ranked as the worst country in the world for helping strangers (according to the World Giving Index from 2023) and whether or not Japanese people are truly kind or just polite. Then in the second half, they comment on Japanese people's reactions to Japan ranking worst in the world, and Jordan shares a story about a truly amazing act of kindness that someone did for him when he had some serious toilet troubles. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the different meanings of the auxiliary verb "must" and how to use them.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special interview episode, Michael sits down with Riccardo Barba, a 17 year-old student from Italy who is currently studying at Toho High School. In the interview, Michael and Riccardo talk about Riccardo's life in Italy, how he became interested in Japan, what his life is like here as an exchange student, his exceptional cooking skills, and how he has even written, recorded, and produced his own song! Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the difference between the adjectives "tall" and "high" and how to use them.Check out Riccardo's (Rik :D) track on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/track/1G6JRDhGC1m8ioO1G1lcbv?si=ad1d6418864e4252Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about their experiences with getting visas in Japan, the odd way to pay the visa application fee, and the strangely intrusive documents you need to submit when applying for a spouse visa. Then in the second half, they talk about the different kinds of visa categories, Michael shares the rather rare visa he had when he first came to Japan, and Jordan shows how little he actually knows about religious missionaries. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the different meanings of the word "beat" and how to use them.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss the different kinds of uniforms that you see every day in Japan, from school uniforms, to construction workers, to salary men and women. Then in the second half, they talk about the social pressures to conform, Jordan describes a moment where different cultural expectations regarding uniforms caught him off guard, and Michael quizzes Jordan on all the different words that are synonyms to the word "clothes". Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about how to use the phrase "the more ___, the more ___."Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss the history and traditions of clothing and fashion in Japan, with both shocked to learn about their different perspectives on the "long socks" of the late 80s to early 2000s. Then in the second half, they talk about the current fashion trends amongst their students at Aichi Toho University and provide a list of fashion/clothing DOs and DONTs for tourists visiting Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "fancy" and the different meanings it can carry, as well as the expressions it can be used in.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss their tanuki (racoon dog) and kitsune (fox) characters that they play in each week's English Tips segment, as well as the various other wild animals that one can encounter in Japan. Then in the second half, they talk about the various birds of Japan, and Jordan goes on a slight rant about his annual battle with a family of Swallows that seem to love him and/or his house. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "bear" and "bare" and all their different meanings/functions.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss the origins, traditions, and rules of Sumo (Japan's national sport), including the dangers of sitting ringside, the oddity of seeing very smaller wrestlers going up against much larger wrestlers, and the banzuke ranking system. Then in the second half, they discuss the different kinds of seating in the sumo arenas, how audience members throw their seat cushions when a lower-ranked wrestler defeats a yokozuna, the "stables" that wrestlers live in, the famous chanko hot pot dish they eat, and how it is possible to meet the wrestlers at small/local exhibition matches. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the English vocabulary that we use for signs and advertising.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss all things toilets, including the dreaded Japanese squat toilet, the numerous ways to refer to the restroom in Japanese, and even Number 1s and Number 2s (thankfully they don't discuss Number 3s!). Then in the second half, Michael quizzes Jordan about all the different words--formal and slang--that can be used to describe the restroom in English. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the English vocabulary that we use to describe areas where people and animals live.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss the things you should consider when renting or buying a home, including the kind of building, whether or not it has insulation, and the safety checks you should do. Then in the second half, Michael describes the process of and fees associated with renting a home in Nagoya city, and Jordan quizzes Michael about the abandoned home ("akiya" in Japanese) problem in Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the English vocabulary that we use to describe the different types of buildings that humans use and live in.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan discuss the difference between a clinic and a hospital in Japan, and Michael shocks Jordan with just how many "hospitals" there really are in Japan. Then in the second half, Michael shares a funny story about his experience with the Barium Swallow Test during his yearly check-up, and Jordan shares his stressful experience with the electrocardiogram during his. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about how and when to use "active" vs. "passive" English sentences.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 of the OnJapanTime podcast!In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about graduations in Japan, including how they are much more formal and rigid than in the West. Then in the second half, Jordan quizzes Michael about the the various traditions and customs related to graduation ceremonies in Europe and the US. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the variety of English vocabulary related to "dog days" and the ways that they are used.Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantimeSend us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.