ABNRML JAPAN
A Tokyo based podcast about life abroad, queer commentary, and spooky stories. Hosted by your fave intercultural married couple Bree (she/they) & Ash (they/them). Tune in!
Episodes
We discuss the legend of the first foreign-born Samurai in Japan, Yasuke. Thanks for tuning in!
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02:55 Topic Introduction
04:10 Who Yasuke was and what led him to Japan
10:22 When he rose to prevalence in Japan, where he resided, and how Japanese people felt about him
20:53 Why his legend is so captivating
27:26 Upcoming and current story adaptations via film, series, and more.
We react to common romance norms, discuss amatonormativity, and cap it off with trendy Valentine foods in Japan this year. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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01:35 Listener Question: Favorite Japanese Dessert
03:17 Topic Introduction: Romance Norms
13:15 “13 Tips to Make a Good Relationship Great”
28:04 “Unhealthy Social Norms for Relationships"
46:26 “5 Way...
We discuss the creative lifestyle, pressures, imposter syndrome, tips, and more. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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01:35 Podcast Updates
03:17 Topic Introduction: Creative Lifestyle, Mediums, & Goals
13:15 Pressures, Downsides, Imposter Syndrome
28:04 Techniques to cope with IS
46:26 Upsides and Personal Benefits
50:32 Tips for easier Creative Outpu...
The Yuki Onna, a supernatural snow spirit, often described as a beautiful woman who floats throughout snowy nights and mountains looking for lost travelers to prey on. We talk about her origin and legends across Japan. We also review the 1965 film Kwaidan: Japanese Ghost Anthology of the Yuki Onna and the 2016 Yuki Onna film at the end of the episode. Thanks for tuning in!
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02:01 Listener Question: Fave ...
These crime cases still contain some mystery 'til this day, tune in to hear the wicked details of the Poisoned Milk in Saitama Prefecture (1960) and the Paraquat Vending Machine Poisonings throughout Japan (1985). Content Warning: Mentions of suicide and death. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised.
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02:00 Listener Question Segment
03:50 Topic Introduction
05:42 Part 1-...
We talk about the differences of New Years traditions and the culture of “New Year, New Me.” Thanks for tuning in!
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05:05 Listener Question Segment
09:45 Topic Introduction
16:21 Popular Resolution Practices
22:45 “New Year, New Me” Culture
30:06 Traditions in Japan vs America
45:12 Resolution Regrets
54:45 2020 Intentions
1:00:32 Closer ...
We answer your questions about love, relationships, sexuality and more!
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02:58 Topic Introduction
03:55 Developing healthy communication
08:52 Pro’s Con’s married in Japan
15:50 Japan’s Valentine’s Day & White Day
20:54 Throwing in the towel
26:45 Crushes
36:34 Married and working together
41:07 Monogamy, Open, etc
45:10 LGBTQ+ vs straight relationships
51:50 Problematic ...
When Fusako Sano was nine years old, she vanished after school in 1990. She was abducted and held captive for nine years. This case took place in Niigata prefecture and often referenced as the “Niigata girl confinement incident”. It holds record of the longest confinement kidnapping case in Japan. Tune in to hear the details of this crime incident and what happened to Sano. Content Warning: Mentions of physical abuse and violence. ...
We discuss what it’s like spending the holidays overseas while taking care of your mental health during that experience. Tune in for a laidback discussion. Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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02:34 Topic Introduction
04:34 Going back home for the Holidays
13:00 Staying abroad during the Holidays
25:39 Expecting visitors
28:38 Our travel preferences & throwback stories<...
Today we have a special guest, Jeannette aka Spiffy Penguin, joining us to talk about her experience while on an exchange program at a Japanese university. We also dive into J-Fashion, anime, and more! Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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01:47 J-Fashion & cosplay
12:38 Experience & difficult adjustments
21:11 Funny reactions from people in Japan
36:53 Japanese Universi...
We wanted to get a bit more personal for y’all by answering some questions about our life before moving to Tokyo. We dive into past jobs, skills, friendships, favorites, things we miss, university life, and more. Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*
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02:50 Topic Introduction
05:26 Questions & Answers
You may also like this episode: "Travel Essentials: Japan Edition"
Halloween has become more popular in Tokyo, Japan. Tune in to hear about our experience.
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02:21 Differences: Trick or Treating? Parties. Costumes. Ghosts & Horror
12:59 Popular Events: Amusement parks, Parades, Cosplay
23:07 Our Halloween Experiences in Japan
You may also like this episode: "9 Japanese Urban Legends"
Episode show notes and source links on www.abnrmljapan.com.
We get spooky again 👻 Japan has a rich history of ghost stories and folklore about the afterlife. If that’s your cup of tea, you’ll love this episode. Stay tuned for the end where we review a movie based on the Kuchisake Onna. Content Warning: Some stories have mentions of suicide and assault. Listener discretion is advised.
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01:18 Topic Introduction
02:36 PART 1: Real World Urban Legends
02:43 ...
Today we a have special guest, Aneesh from The Good Times Podcast, joining us to talk about our collective trip to India. Stay tuned for the end where the hosts briefly discuss their experience during Typhoon 19 Hagibis in Tokyo.
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01:15 Guest Introduction
02:23 First impressions of India
10:30 Travel Essentials
14:40 Post 10 year reflection
27:14 Tips for traveling to India + Debunking My...
We highlight Non-Binary Identities in Japan. Our Enby host, Ash (they/them) leads this conversation. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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02:27 Topic Introduction
07:58 Part 1: Current Non-Binary Landscape in Japan
22:27 Part 2: Visibility Progress
31:22 Part 3: Japanese Gender Vocabulary
44:03 Part 4: Legal Struggles of Non-Binary Gender Identities (NBGI)
52:35 Part 5: International L...
Unsettling child murders committed by a 14 year old teen in the late 90’s in Kobe, Japan. Often known as “the grisliest murder in memory in Japan." Content Warning: Mentions of Violence. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised.
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02:23 Case intro
04:11 Part 1: Who is Boy A
06:15 His early life
09:58 Part 2: His crimes
20:46 The letter
25:02 Detention? Prison?
37:40 Part 3: Returning ...
We share solid tips to stay prepared during your time in Japan. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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02:00 Staying clean and hygienic
04:32 Apps for your phone
19:19 Identification
22:05 Cash, Credit, Debit?
24:45 Survive walking culture
26:44 Wifi and Data
30:18 Transportation
33:09 Travel Insurance
34:38 The four seasons and weather
39:48 Staying connected overseas
42:40 O...
We share myths we’re tired of hearing and debunk them. Tune in for a laidback discussion.
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03:06 Is Japan Actually Safe?
09:36 How Clean Are We Talking?
16:20 Are They Truly "Kind"?
20:27 Anime's True Audience
25:48 The Perfect Gaijin
30:00 Can You Really Be Vegan Here?
37:30 SO MANY PEOPLE !
42:05 What should other countries adopt from Japan?
We share our reflections of our first year vs our second year living in Tokyo, and some goals that we have for the upcoming years.
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1:35 First year reflection
14:56 Second year reflection
24:42 First year unexpected adventures
31:55 Second year unexpected adventures
38:34 What’s gotten easier? + Skills gained
50:18 Goals for upcoming years in Japan
57:55 Would we recommend people moving to...
Ash speaks on their experience working with the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme aka JET. From the application process, how it’s like teaching in Japan, the pro’s and con’s, and general advice. Enjoy this interview style episode!
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2:03 Why JET?
4:02 Application process
6:15 Early Departure, Summer arrivals, Upgrades
11:42 Pre-arrival & Packing
22:00 Prefecture Placement
26:30 Teaching...
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