Episodes

  • 76. Grocery stores in Japan
    Feb 26 2025

    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!

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    Send 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.

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    36 mins
  • 75. Getting a haircut in Japan
    Feb 19 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    34 mins
  • 74. Japanese Cemeteries and Family Graves
    Feb 12 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    35 mins
  • 73. Funerals in Japan
    Feb 5 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    38 mins
  • 72. School Lunches in Japan
    Jan 29 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    39 mins
  • 71. Kimono and Cultural Appropriation
    Jan 22 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    36 mins
  • 70. Abandoned Houses in Japan
    Jan 15 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    37 mins
  • 69. Traditional Houses in Japan
    Jan 8 2025

    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/onjapantime

    Send 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.

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    35 mins