The Inside Japan Podcast
by Charlie Moritz
The best podcast dedicated to helping you have more fun working in Japan. Whether you're teaching, freelancing or working for a big company, we've got you covered with fascinating interviews with expert guests. Proudly sponsored by jobsinjapan.com - the best place to find your next job in Japan.
Episodes
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Are We Working Too Hard in Japan? | With Max
On this episode I'm speaking with Max, who is the author of the international bestseller Time Off: A Practical Guide to Building Your Rest Ethic and Finding Success Without the Stress. He lives in Japan and works as an AI researcher particularly in the fields of music and design, and is excited...
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Don't Get Demoralized Learning Japanese | With Sam
On this episode I'm speaking with Sam about learning Japanese. He is the Marketing Director for Coto Academy, and we talk about his language learning journey and his advice on becoming fluent faster! Check out Coto Academy. Check out the video podcast on Spotify or our YouTube. For the best place...
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Surviving the 3/11 Earthquake in Iwate | With Matt
Check out the video podcast on Spotify or our YouTube. For the best place on the internet to find your next job in Japan, go to JobsinJapan.com. Some websites you can check out to support relief for Tohoku: 東北ライブハウス大作戦 (Tohoku Live House Daisakusen) Sapporo Klub Counter Action Miyako Klub Counter...
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Do Japanese Companies Make Climate Change Worse? | with Monica
Today I’m talking with Monica, who works as the Japan country manager of Influence Map generating useful and interesting climate change reports on businesses and policy here. We talked about Nuclear Energy, how Japanese companies respond to and lobby government about climate guidance, and…
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Dealing With "Burn Out" and Moving Back To Japan | With Misha
On this episode I'm speaking with my friend Misha, who left Japan, but came back again after starting his online coaching platform business called Carrus. We dig into burnout and hustle culture, meditation and self-improvement, and how hard it really is to get a job at big tech companies in…
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Lessons From Successful Foreigners in Japan | Inside Japan Podcast
On this episode I'm doing something a bit different, and sharing some of the lessons I have learned from our most popular guests. Timestamps (check your podcast player or the YouTube show for links): 00:00 Intro 00:29 Immerse Yourself in Japanese 02:59 Starting a School 04:01 Love and Respect Are...
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How Easy Is It To Get a Job in Japan in 2022? | with Peter
On this episode I'm speaking with my boss at JIJ, Peter Lackner, the man behind the curtain at Jobs in Japan. We go into when Japan’s job market for foreigners will normalise, how you can stand out with a video interview especially if you’re a non-native speaker of English, and some basic rules...
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English Teacher to Photographer in Japan | with Jojo
On this episode I spoke with Jojo, an English teacher turn photographer in Japan whose photos really inspired me in my own photography. We talk about starting out in a creative career in Japan, how inspiration can come from anywhere once you’ve decided to do creative work, and how connections…
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We Built A Fashion Studio in Tokyo | with Pio
On this episode I'm speaking with Pio, who is a partner at House Tokyo, a new all-service fashion design studio in Tokyo. I love her story because it shows that no matter where you come from, if you start with a humble attitude and a willingness to learn, you can build something really awesome in...
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AI in Education is to HELP Teachers, Not Take Their Jobs | with Pablo
I talked to Pablo Riveros, Director founder CEO of Tsunagaru Edutech to understand the state of technology in schools in Japan, how to help teachers to use it, and whether AI is coming for teacher’s jobs. I hope you like this conversation and if you do, please share it with a friend. Check out:...
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Can Kids Learn English Through Videogames? | Inside Japan with Adam
On this episode I'm speaking with Adam Kardos, Owner of English Access who created a fun interactive game that helps children to learn English. We talk about the failures of the grammar translation method, how kids actually learn languages and Adam’s audacious goal of taking rote learning out of...
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Is Long-Term Teaching a Viable Career in Japan?
This is the last in our three part series with Simon Moran. If you haven’t heard the other podcasts already, we talked about the myth of self-sponsoring a visa, and why you shouldn’t start an English school, and this time we’re going to talk about whether it is possible to make a viable long term...
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DON'T Start An English School In Japan | With Simon
I’m back with Simon Moran to talk about why starting a school is a big mistake for most English teachers living in Japan. So many people think of this as a way to make a better long-term living as an English teacher in Japan, but it is a totally different job than teaching. Even worse, many start...
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There's No Such Thing As "Self-Sponsoring" Your Visa in Japan | with Simon
This is the first in a 3 part series of podcasts with Simon Moran, the owner of Modern English. He’s been in Japan for a while and on this episode we’re going to talk about the myths and misinformation about self-sponsoring your visa. Don’t get mislead by people in Facebook groups or Reddit…
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20+ Years in Japan's Countryside | With Ryan
On this episode I'm speaking with Ryan who owns My English School in Yamagata, and has lived in the countryside of Japan for over 20 years. We talk about the JET programme, teaching at universities, starting a popular school and hiring good teachers that stick around out in the Inaka in Japan. I...
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Being a Video Game Media Director in Tokyo | with Kristel
#InsideJapan #Episode167 Check out the video podcast on YouTube. On this episode I'm speaking with Kristel who landed her dream job as a video games media director here in Japan. We talk about having a passion for the work you are in, what it takes to get into the games industry in Japan, as well...
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Educational Philosophy is KEY To English School Success | with Kenn
On this episode I'm speaking with Kenn Gale, Head of School for No Borders International Schools in Nagoya where I used to live. On this episode we talk about the struggles of keeping teachers, having a real pedagogy as an English school rather than just entertainment, and what changes are coming...
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Open-Mindedness Growing Up as Hafu in Japan | with Hana
#InsideJapan #Episode165 On this episode I'm speaking with Hana, a friend of mine who grew up in Japan and went to international schools here before studying in Canada and working in the US. In this episode we talk about what it’s like growing up as what they call Hafu in Japan, how international...
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Foreigner's Working Rights in Japan | Union Secretary Dennis Explains
#InsideJapan #Episode164 I’m very fortunate to be speaking with Dennis Tesolat, who is the General Secretary of the General Union here in Japan. He’s going to tell us about some of your legal rights as a foreigner working in Japan, the university system, and some of the big legal cases that are...
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The Key to Making Japanese Students Fluent in English
#InsideJapan #Episode163 On this episode I’m talking with Helene Uchida, a certified teacher who has been in Japan for over 40 years. She owns and manages Little America, a school in Fukuoka that’s been around since 1979, and has some valuable insights about what teachers NEED to do to help...
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Stuck Outside Japan Because of Travel Ban | Inside Japan
On this episode I'm speaking with Daniel about his travel plans being cancelled at the last minute despite jumping through immigration's rules hoops. Please consider supporting foreigners affected by Japan's travel ban by signing a petition and sending a message here to let the government know…
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Recruiters Can Make 5x an English Teacher's Salary in Japan | with Cameron Brett
#InsideJapan #Episode161 On this episode I'm talking with Cameron Brett, managing director of Randstad professionals and technologies. If you are interested in becoming a recruiter or have recently started, this episode will have a ton of actionable info to help you understand how recruiters can...
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What Being a Translator is REALLY Like | with Paul Flint
#InsideJapan #Episode159 On this episode I'm talking with Paul Flint, the owner of Honyaku Plus, a translation company. We go into how people can get their start in translating, whether or not machine translation software is a threat to future translation jobs, and the different skills you need…
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Is English Language Education Improving in Japan? | with Quint OB
#InsideJapan #Episode159 In this episode I spoke with my friend Quint, a professor at Waseda university. He teaches teachers of English in Japan, and we talk about why Japanese students often dislike and abandon learning English. What do many teachers, even trained ones, get wrong when trying to...
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How to Succeed AFTER Japan | With Kasia
We have all heard of people who stayed in Japan for 10 years teaching as an ALT, but then when they go back to their home country they struggle to find well paying work because they didn't improve their skills while they were here. Kasia tells us all about how people can succeed after Japan…
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Simple and Proven Ways To Improve Your Japanese Every Day | with Peter Galante (Jpod101)
#InsideJapan #Episode157 Todays episode is a really interesting podcast with Peter Galante, who cofounded innovative language learning which is the parent company of JapanesePod101. I've used Jpod101 for learning Japanese and it's fascinating to hear from the man himself what motivations and...
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Travelling Outside Japan During The Pandemic More Easily | with Alex Debs of Hitotoki
#InsideJapan #Episode156 I'm flying home to visit my family this Christmas and got some amazing advice from Alex from Hitotoki about restrictions, how to avoid getting turned back at the border and what to do in quarantine once I'm back in Japan. So much useful info for anyone travelling to or…
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Save Money on Your Apartment in Japan and Learn Japanese with Purpose with Ruth Marie Jarman
I could have talked with Ruthie for an hour more. What a brilliant woman who has so much insider knowledge on real estate and business in Japan. She is the first western woman to get the Takken Real Estate licence in Japan and this podcast is just pure useful information from start to finish.…
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Take Your Hotel With You Travelling Around Japan with Jared Campion [Dream Drive]
#InsideJapan #Episode153 Jared always wanted to build this business, where he is able to travel around Japan and help others do the same without needing to find expensive ryokan or deal with public transport. In this podcast I talk with him about kitting out vehicles with foldaway beds, cooking...
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Make More Money and Have Better Work/Life Balance | Inside Japan With Peter
#InsideJapan #Episode153 Peter is an absolutely great guest because he knows the jobs industry inside and out. In this podcast he'll teach you everything you need to know to get paid more, get interviews with a rock solid cover letter and resume, and recognise red flags in job descriptions so you...
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A Foreigner Who Started a Cafe in Hokkaido | with Bruno Danese
Bruno is an inspiring guest because he came to Japan with almost no Japanese ability, but saw an opportunity in Hokkaido to start a cafe that would become a focal point for the local community. We talk about building a business in Japan (relevant for all businesses, not just coffee), booming…
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Olympics Journalist Explains Tokyo 2021 | Inside Japan with Matt Barnes
#InsideJapan #JapanPodcast Episode 151 Matthew Barnes is an Olympics journalist from the NBC station in Columbus Ohio, and he's here in Tokyo reporting on the Olympics. If you wanted to know what is going on behind the scenes, Covid rules for the Olympics and how the games are being run, then…
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Teaching at Japanese Universities and Believing in Your Students with Daniel
Episode #150 #InsideJapan Daniel is a university professor in Tokyo and in this episode shares with us his teaching philosophies and how he helps his Japanese students to believe in themselves and get over their fear of speaking English. Check out the video version on YouTube:...
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Presentation Zen and the Art of Cutting Out Distractions with Garr Reynolds
Garr Reynolds is a fascinating guest, who tells us all about his principles for dynamic and engaging presentations, whether you're talking on the TED stage or teaching a Zoom class. Find out more about Garr on his website: https://www.garrreynolds.com/ Video Version of this podcast:...
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Working in the Anime Industry in Japan with Harry Bossert
Episode #148 #InsideJapan A fantastic episode with Harry Bossert all about how he came to Japan to work in the anime industry. In it he shares his amazing story and advice on what skills you need to learn to get a job in animation (and you don't have to become an artist as there are tons of...
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Creating a School, Coworking Space and Community in Tokyo with Rachel Ferguson
This week I talked with Rachel Ferguson about her amazing business Ryozan Park. She has the mission to empower working families in Japan with a school, a co-working space and share apartments that are truly focused on community and care. Rachel has a very interesting background in Japan, from...
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How Do You Become a Freelance Journalist in Japan with John Amari
This is a fantastic conversation with John, a freelance journalist living and working in Tokyo. He's written for Wired Japan, Global Finance and he co-wrote Startup Guide Tokyo. What's crazy is that he started out in Japan on the JET programme like so many others, but has managed to find a way to...
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Starting A Successful English AND Japanese School in Japan with Tyson Batino
What an awesome and useful interview. Tyson really knows his stuff, because he has started not only multiple English schools in Japan, but he is the first westerner to start a Japanese school in Japan too! Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/eG3wFjd7jIA Check out what Tyson is doing: Japan Switch...
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Learning to sound like a NATIVE in Japanese with Martin Bragalone
This is an awesome interview about how to learn Japanese so that you can speak with Japanese people, and if they close their eyes they would think you are a native Japanese speaker! Martin is so passionate about languages and can speak many to fluency, including Japanese, Chinese, Spanish…
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How To Hack N2 in Japanese While Working in Japan with Dallas Dunbar
This episode of the podcast is all about learning Japanese while in an English only working environment. This is why SO MANY people don't learn Japanese while they are here; it's super hard to study when your work is 100% in English. You can only say "I don't need a plastic bag" at the…
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Staying Fit and Healthy in Japan with Ben Silverman
The Podcast is back BABY! With our new host, Charlie and now with VIDEO! This first episode is all about staying fit and healthy in Japan. Japanese food is so amazing! Gyms in Japan are so expensive! That's why after years of living here so many people give up on their fitness goals. Well Ben is...
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Ep.141 – My Exit Interview + New Host!
This week I give my exit interview with the questions being asked by the new host of the show... Charlie! The show is definitely in good hands. Enjoy, and thanks. Right-Click to Download the Mp3 of this Episode [Follow James: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube] This show is proudly…
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Ep.140 – Have More Fun
This week is my last show. The show will continue (more on that next week!), but I won't be on it. Before you listen to this week's episode, I want you to know I am extremely grateful that you let me talk to you for as ever many episodes as you did. I couldn't keep doing it without you. (P.S. Got…
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Ep.139 – A Review of Sony Bank
This week I talk about my experience with Sony Bank, a lesser known option when it comes to international transfers. Did I like it? Did I hate it? Was it better than transferwise? Listen and learn. * Sony Bank * Transferwise Right-Click to Download the Mp3 [Follow James: Twitter | Instagram |...
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Ep.138 – “Startup” Your Career in Japan
This week Charley drops in to talk with me and Anming about how he started his career in Japan with startups, ending up with his current HR position with Zenmarket. * Charley on Linked In * Zenmarket on JobsinJapan.com Right-Click to Download the Mp3 [Follow James: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook…
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Ep.137 – First Day as an ALT? Do This.
This week is a very old school episode in which I talk about teaching English! The perfect first day as an ALT, specifically. Enjoy. Further Reading: * Your Perfect First Day * Legendary Lunchtimes Right-Click to Download the Mp3 [Follow James: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube] [Follow...
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Ep.136 – Making Youtube Work w/New Cohost!
This week I introduce my new cohost, Anming, and we go over how to make Youtube a job while in Japan, or anywhere else really. Feedback is especially important on this episode, since this is a pretty big change over the past 500 episodes. Let me know what you think and onwards and upwards....
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Ep. 135 – The Job Hunt – Don’t Be Stupid
This week I go over the classic mistakes that everyone makes when trying to get a job in Japan. These are literally common sense. I also go over why you need to do an On-demand Interview on jobsinjapan.com if you haven't already. Seriously. If you want to work in Japan and aren't currently, there...
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Ep. 134 – The 2 Types of People that are MOST Successful in Japan
This week as the last show of the year I go through what I think are the two types of people that are most successful in Japan, and what makes them so. I also explain just a few of the positive aspects of working in Japan, while of course not ignoring the negative aspects as well. Knowledge is...
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Ep. 133 – Dispatch Companies – A Few Things You Should Know…
This week I go over a great video that you all should check out about 3 hidden truths of dispatch English teaching companies. Go watch the video first, then listen to this for maximum satisfaction. Enjoy! (I also talk about Interac's newest video about 5 myths about the company.) * Check the…
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About this show
The best podcast dedicated to helping you have more fun working in Japan. Whether you're teaching, freelancing or working for a big company, we've got you covered with fascinating interviews with expert guests. Proudly sponsored by jobsinjapan.com - the best place to find your next job in Japan.
Hosted by
Charlie Moritz