Abroad in Japan

Abroad in Japan

By Stak

Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there.

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Episodes

Ramen Shop Sparks Backlash with 20-Minute Eating Rule!

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - so please do!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/07/2529m 1s

900 earthquakes in two weeks - when is it time to leave?

Just one night off for the Tokara islanders would be nice! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - so please do! Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/07/2531m 0s

Your shortcut to a Japanese visa!

Any tips to escape the heat? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/07/2535m 12s

Could A Japanese Diet Erase Depression?

Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/07/2522m 21s

Drunk Tourist Damages Iconic Kyoto Temple!

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03/07/2522m 34s

Japan - a country in decline?

Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/06/2537m 5s

Are foreigners about to pay more in Japan?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've been the victim of dual pricing practices! Are you cool with it?Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/06/2534m 5s

Do Your Japanese Hotel Bookings Really Exist?

If you've fallen foul of a wobbly hotel booking or two - do let us know - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/06/2538m 46s

Back in time: On The Brink In Sapporo!

Chris and Pete will return this Monday for a debrief on Chris' super secret mission, and probably a load of Alex James from Blur chat too - in the meantime here's a rather interesting slice of Abroad In Japan history! Mere weeks before Japan closed down for nigh on two years to tourists, Chris and Pete shared a hotel room in Sapporo and recorded a podcast. And here's another chance to hear it! Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/06/2536m 39s

Tokyo’s Fake Fortune Tellers Arrested After Conning Victims $347,000

Con me once, shame on you. Con me twice...Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/06/2527m 45s

Japan’s ‘Bumping Men’ Getting Physical At Train Stations

Would you bump uglies with a man in a black tee? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.comPlease fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/06/2529m 35s

Almost 50% of Japanese Fooled by Misinformation!

And that's why good data is important - here's the survey - where YOU CAN WIN A PS5: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/06/2526m 8s

Major disaster leads to fallout fertiliser!

Would you stop and smell the roses in some moody soil? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Link to win a brand new PS5: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/06/2533m 29s

Asian Tourists Cancelling Trips to Japan Over Unsettling Reason

If you've been damaged by a prediction that wasn't your fault, our operators are waiting for your call. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/06/2530m 19s

Did a Tourist in Shibuya Get Scammed $200?

Has anyone ever really enjoyed a Shisha lounge? It's the cheap plastic sofas, we swear! Burn marks and ash based problems? Get in touch - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/05/2527m 58s

Chris Has Nasty Surprise in Tokyo Store

I've been a nasty store, nasty...I've been a nasty store, nasty!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever been damaged in a Muji. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/05/2520m 22s

Where to Spend Your First Jet Lagged Day in Tokyo

I bet Paul Newman wouldn't fall asleep in a karaoke booth. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages - do get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/05/2530m 42s

The Worst Things About Travelling in Japan... Revealed!

Chris and Pete 'survey' all the news from Japan this week! Pete will be back in his studio on Thursday and in the meantime why don't you have a big ol' email - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/05/2524m 12s

Tourist Shocked to Find Stranger Under Japanese Hotel Bed

Foul, foul stuff indeed. Don't have nightmares, or miss the next instalment of the Abroad In Japan podcast, this Monday! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your dispatches, or awful stories of weirdos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/05/2524m 27s

What Raw Chicken Sashimi really tastes like!

Pull up a seat, let's bloody eat! It's the Abroad In Japan Podcast, cooked medium rare...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/05/2528m 31s

Japan’s Busiest Bullet Train Route Halted by Snake!

Trains: just big bloody metal snakes, baby! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages for young Christopher... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/05/2533m 34s

Foolish Hiker Rescued from Mount Fuji Twice in One Week!

At this point, you simply have to say the man is an idiot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/05/2532m 58s

Chris & Connor Survive the 1,500km Cyclethon & Raise Over $1 Million!

And did Chris experience them getting over the 1 million mark? No, no he didn't. Because his bladder is just toooo important. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/05/2540m 27s

Back in time: Seoul vs Tokyo!

Chris and Pete will return on Thursday for a full debrief on the charity record destroying cyclothon - so make sure you meet us back here for that. For todays show, we thought we'd remind ourselves of the before times, and show that was recorded after Pete and Chris had just that second returned from Korea, so decided a K-pop special was in order! (Pop = population.)Do get in touch via AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com and the boy Broad (35 and loving life) will be here to answer all your questions on Thursday 1st May! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/04/2558m 57s

12 Things We Hate about Japan Feat. ‪@CDawgVA‬!

Recorded in the days before Chris and Connor headed out on their epic cyclothon, they tried to figure out how to dispose of a six-foot monkey crate...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - Pete and Chris will return shortly, once Chris has removed his ever-so-tight cycling pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/04/2543m 51s

73-Year-Old American Detained for Bringing Dangerous Item into Japan!

Bang bang, my Chrissy shot me down! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support for Chris' big cycle! (And tips for saddle soreness.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/04/2523m 58s

Nintendo Switch 2 - cheaper in Japan?

Is it worth learning Japanese just for this? Maybe!Pete and Chris will be back this coming Monday morning, BST... In the meantime chuck your two penneth in: abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/04/2530m 1s

Mega-Earthquake Threat for Japan!

With apologies for lateness (damn tech gremlins) - here's the Abroad In Japan podcast! Pete and Chris will return same time on Thursday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/04/2527m 23s

Japan's UFO capital...revealed!

Would you drink the forbidden ramen soup?Pete and Chris will return this Monday morning, bellies full of everything but this - email the show on AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/04/2531m 39s

Back in time: Abroad In Japan ft. Sharla and Dogen!

With Chris currently fixing up his fixie for a two-wheeled jaunt across Northern Japan, we thought we'd take a step back in time to those home-based records during Covid - starting with Sharla and Chris figuring out what the best mackerel-based hotel is, followed up by Dogen telling us all how to perform the very best backflip, and the best way to learn Japanese!Pete and Chris will return Thursday for the next show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/04/2536m 20s

Why Chris & Connor Are Cycling 1,500km Across Japan in April!

Charitable in the streets, uncharitable a sheet to their own legs.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages of support and chafing prevention tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/04/2529m 59s

What Happened to Tokyo’s ‘Lost’ 4 Billion Yen?

See a penny, pick it up - all the day you'll have the unbearable weight of the world on your shoulders for not doing the right thing. 10:40.06016:16.054 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/03/2524m 22s

Climbing Mount Fuji in 2025 Just Got Harder

Just don't wear shorts, Chris! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, ya big hunks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/03/2530m 44s

How Chris Got Scammed in Kyoto!

"I've got your private hire right here!" *punch*AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, thanks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/03/2536m 53s

Assassins Creed Vs. Japan: Controversy Explained

*DIVES FOR COVER*Pete and Chris will return same time Monday morning here on the Abroad In Japan podcast - and warning, the show will contain FANCY TRAINS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2540m 59s

The Tokyo Store Where Customers Pay to Shoplift

Well that's hardly the spirit, is it? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got any half inched cosmetics to sell... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/03/2524m 24s

Japan’s Shinkansen Decouples Mid-Journey at 60kmph!

Less than awesome development, that!Get your superfast Japan eSIM at https://jjesim.com and you can email Chris here: AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/03/2527m 4s

Why Chris Walked 27,000 Steps Across Tokyo with American Pete

..aaaand I would walk 27,000 steps and I would walk five hundred more. The show will return on Thursday, but in the meantime do make sure you contact your congressman or woman and tell them the AIJ POD IS THE BEST. Or maybe just email Chris on AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/03/2530m 0s

What Caused Japan’s Worst Wildfire in 50 Years This Week?

And Pete and Chris will be back with their best suits for another show on Monday morning here on this ol' feed! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/03/2528m 22s

Japanese Ramen Shop Owner Offers Bounty for Bad Reviewers

If you want to watch anime on the Yamanote, get yasel' an eSim! https://jjesim.com/11:1525:17.069 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/03/2532m 59s

Japan Unleashes 200,000 Tonnes of Emergency Rice as Prices Soar

RICE: It's what's for dinner....AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you can think of what to eat instead of Japan's greatest carb!1335 2301 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/02/2532m 39s

Japanese Men's Most Attractive Female Professions Revealed

What would you like your partner to do? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/02/2545m 6s

Japan's Record-Breaking Snowfall Causes Chaos

And if you'd like to see the unedited Super 8 footage - it'll be live on the youtube channel by 2100 GMT! https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/02/2534m 16s

Back in time: Abroad In Japan ft. Natsuki and CDawgVA!

We're stepping back in time to hear all about Natsuki's favourite footwear, and Connor rinsing Chris for his meat skewer addiction! Pete and Chris will return usual time Thursday morning on this very channel... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/02/2534m 8s

Japan’s 6 Most Underrated Places Revealed | Feat. Ryotaro

Have you ever been off the beaten track and exclaimed "other people might really dig this place!" AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - let us know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/02/2537m 24s

Would you sleep on a bus-based bunk bed?

A Broad in a bus based bunk bed, bawling badly. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is the way you can fire your poison darts of information into our ears! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/02/2533m 22s

Tragedy in the sinkhole

And Pete and Chris will return same time this coming Monday - so you have a super weekend, won't you? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/02/2533m 10s

Japan’s Unleashes New Tactic to Stop Badly Behaving Tourists

"Oh... don't start fires. Don't shoplift. When will this woke nonsense end?"AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is the way you can manipulate your computer to send Chris some of your lovely messages. Please do so! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/02/2537m 40s

Japan’s Deadliest Dish Explained

Mochi wish ya girlfriend was HOT LIKE ME? After Chris' extensive travels, later than scheduled *plays train sound effect* the Abroad In Japan Podcast will return this Monday 3rd of Feb! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/01/2529m 10s

Why Japan's Most Expensive Tuna Just Sold for $1.3 Million

"How big was the tuna?""Motorbike-sized""But how big was the motorbike?" "Tuna-sized" "Get out." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/01/2522m 10s

2720 - The year when Japan has one child left!

And that child... doesn't even like Coolish. Doesn't even bare thinking about...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for you ideas to get everyone lovemakin' again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/01/2519m 37s

Meat Thief Tracked 1,000km across Japan

Ever touched a capybara? Get in touch - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! And if you fancy a little extra episode, Chris and Pete took his imported car around Finsbury Park for a bit here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-RivQyaCJA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/01/2529m 45s

The League of Unpopular Men!

Pete and Chris are reunited in the same studio for the first time in... a month! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/01/2533m 27s

Family Mart Chicken Added to Japanese School Lunches

And if you'd like to see Pete's video - it's inside the video version of this very episode - https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPodcastThe boys will return this Friday, 10th of Jan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/01/2531m 12s

Japan Bans Questionable Baby Names!

But "Natsuki The Baby" is presumably still fine, no?AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your favourite anime-related naming ideas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/12/2432m 35s

Japan’s 10 Greatest Food Locations Revealed

We promise it's not a list of Family Marts with the best chicken...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your very best food recommendations! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/12/2431m 33s

Japan's $26 Billion Discovery Might Change Its Fortunes

Gizzit! Giz that lovely stuff under the sea. GIZZIT! Have you ever handed someone a lot of rubbish for a laugh? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/12/2426m 42s

Why This Man Ate at Sukiya for 1,800 Days

Could not want a big bowl of beefy rice more right now, frankly! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - could you do over a thousand days of beef bits? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/12/2427m 11s

Japan’s Toughest Competition Is Far From Normal

What's the most exotic stamp you've gotten in Japan? Let us know - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/12/2423m 3s

The Ultimate Tokyo Night Out Explained!

Filler words, Red Eyes and a big night out! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever darkened the doors of Century club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/12/2433m 11s

The Reality of Teaching English in Japan (Feat. Chris’s former boss!)

Chris and Dan catch up to offer advice to anyone considering teaching English in Japan!Find Dan's book here: https://www.multilingual-matters.com/page/detail/Plurilingual-Education-in-a-Monolingualised-Nation/?k=9781800417700 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/12/2426m 42s

Yakuza Helpline Hack Leaves Victims & Informants in Danger

"Why, it's bring a cat to work day!" AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your Yakuza information. See it, say it... sorted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/12/2425m 47s

Japan ranks last in romance satisfaction for second straight year

Pete and Chris are back in his colourful studio, pawing through your fax machine missives, and complaining about how hot that onsen was. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to give the lads both barrels! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/12/2428m 11s

Animal Attacks in Japan Rising Against Foreign Tourists

Cuban sandwiches at the ready, it's time for another pod. If you'd like to see the studio in which Chris and Pete recorded the (slightly shorter) show today, check out the video version - https://youtu.be/cI_br0FnfpE ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/11/2417m 22s

How to spend your first day in Tokyo!

Eating coolish, suspiciously lemony chicken and watching crows eat trash in the street! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/11/2423m 41s

Japan’s Most Stunning Hot Spring Town Limits Tourists

Two. Two tourists permitted to enter per moon cycle, and be damned those who scratch at our hefty gates!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/11/2432m 10s

American Man Arrested for Defacing Tokyo's Biggest Shrine

"Get this wolverine-clawed man out of my sight!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/11/2433m 40s

Why Japan’s Streets Will Never Look the Same Again in 2025

When we touch, when we kiss... danger danger... high voltage!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever thrown a pair of sneakers onto some overhead wires. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/11/2428m 20s

Japan Reacts to the Return of President Donald Trump

Did Shinzo Abe save trump from beyond the grave? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions, answers and so on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/11/2430m 53s

Robot Retrieves First Melted Fuel from Fukushima Nuclear Reactor

Little flakes, flaking off. Gotta catch those little flakes! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello to your little friends (Pete and Chris) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/11/2434m 9s

The Party is Over: Japan’s Crackdown on Fun

*removes liquid latex and stupid hat and apologises* AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for any bright ideas, or really dumb ones! Gerrem in... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/11/2443m 12s

Yakuza vs. Japan’s Rolex Watches: Thefts on the Rise

"I'm selling these fine leather watches" AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got some hooky watches to offload. We'll ask you no questions and you'll tell us no lies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/10/2428m 24s

Chris’ Angry Rant about Youtubers Goes Viral

The sweet tangy punchly of a Lunchly... AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've found mold on your own cheese stash! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/10/2445m 43s

Britain’s WORST Man is Coming to Japan

Last time we let Chris write his own titles. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/10/2425m 40s

Japan’s Bizarre Beauty Standards Explained!

What if I add an extra eye in the centre of my forehead? Are you not entertained?AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say a big 'hiya'! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/10/2424m 45s

How Japan Leads the World in Life Expectancy: 95,000 People Aged Over 100

Wait until those ancient wiseguys find out about our new invention - butter! Gerrit down ya, oldies... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/10/2435m 55s

Why Chris Met the Governor of Tokyo

WHY, INDEED! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever met a member of the ruling classes... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/10/2435m 44s

Unexploded US Bomb Detonates at Japanese airport

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your explosive messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/10/2423m 38s

Japan’s Pizza Delivery Service…for Dogs

Little email special for you all to kick off the week - if you'd like your message to nestle among our many dispatches, AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/10/2422m 22s

Chris Met Japan’s Angriest Man. It Wasn’t Fun.

Grab the statue and run, Chris! Pete and Mr Broad have returned from their respective holidays and they're recounting tales of awful men and stairwell ripostes! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/10/2430m 13s

Japan's summer was joint hottest on record: Weather office

If you bash your heads on medium sized doorways, do send us a message - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! We're seeking to identify AIJ's LARGEST LISTENER.And the Abroad In Japan Podcast will return Thursday 3rd of October! We'll see you then. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/09/2423m 26s

Dozens of Flights Canceled After Scissors Go Missing at Hokkaido Airport

No scissoring in the aisles, please! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/09/2427m 44s

Weather and Foreign Tourists Blamed for Japan’s Rice Shortage

I'll have you know that every time I visit, I only eat Coolish. Blame us when there's a Milk and chemicals shortage! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, our lovers! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/09/2422m 34s

Survey finds Japan to be least god-fearing nation

As God isn't our witness, we will return on Monday! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your fabulous takes if you would be so kind... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/09/2427m 47s

Japan drops subsidy plan to draw women to rural areas upon marriage

"What are the politicians of Japan up to this week, then?""Oh." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/09/2427m 15s

Police arrest man for stealing 3,000 pears in roughly 24 hours

If you'd like to shout out to all the pears - email abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com, if you would! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/09/2424m 42s

Why Chris Avoids Swimming in the Sea of Japan

Terror-hawks! True, awful terrible hawks. AbroadInJapan@gmail.com for all your emails, pleasemailz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/09/2422m 19s

Foreign Tourist In Japan Arrested For Strange Activity On A Rural Shrine

Sponsored by delicious Royal Jelly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/08/2429m 39s

Japanese Man Saves $1 Million by Eating Simple Meals for 21 years

I bet his guts are in absolute ribbons! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/08/2424m 38s

Japan Issues First-Ever Megaquake Alert After 7.1 Kyushu Quake

Iced coffee and toothache is a rough combo.🍹 Lost Bar! https://maps.app.goo.gl/dqwnq3ov7kjdMh91A?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/08/2429m 26s

Chris and Sharla opened a bar!

TEN MOSCOW MULES PLEASE! LOSTAddress: Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawacho 33-1, Grand Tokyo Shibuya Building 2F (behind the secret door😉)Open: Wednesday - Sunday 2pm - 10pm (closed Mon/Tues) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/08/2425m 35s

The Mysterious Foreign Customers Who Skipped Japanese Inn Without paying!

Maybe they were adbucted by alien hotelliers? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your tripadvisor reviews.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/08/2434m 23s

¥66 Billion Stolen via Japanese Online Scams

Ghosts don't watch YouTube, people. WAKE UP! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your spooky messages.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/08/2424m 23s

Japanese Train Tracks Bending in the Insane Summer Heat

What if the train track bent right round so that all the trains came back at 180 degrees, landed on top of themselves like some ungodly real life game of Nokia snake? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you can think of something just as retro and spectacular... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/08/2425m 35s

Japan’s Foreign Population Surges 330,000 in a Year

If this continues, they might have to make the websites a bit prettier..AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/08/2426m 47s

The Japanese Idol Punished for Having a Secret Boyfriend

My secret girlfriend... she goes to another school! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - gerrem in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/08/2429m 14s

What Happens If You Ride the Wrong Shinkansen...

One of my shinkansen can only lie, the other can only tell the truth. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to get your messages in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/07/2431m 49s

Super-Spicy Crisps Put Japanese Students in Hospital

Chris discovers a TERRIFYING audio log from the USCSS Donaldson... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/07/2427m 28s

A Tragic Start to Mt Fuji Climbing Season

And the boys will be back same time on Thursday morning for more AIJ podcast fun! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmaill.com for all your emotional freight and stories from your hols! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/07/2429m 52s

Why Japan’s High Tech Reputation is a Lie

Needs more wee killer robots rolling around, we say!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/07/2427m 22s

Why I Love Japan’s Hidden Video Games Bars

Pete definitely beat Chris, hands down on Bomberman. No need to go check the video. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got any tips for the SNES! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/07/2426m 7s

Foreign student in Japan Charged for Riding Electric Suitcase Illegally!

After Thursday's mega-show, this little lad is short but sweet - we'll see you on Thursday for more Abroad In Japan Podcast fun! Ta-ra! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/07/2422m 39s

Why Chris Resents His Dad for Building a Killer Robot

And mere mortal men can only dream of being able to resent their fathers for such a mad reason. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got any tips for where to get flame retardant kevlar... or stories about Japan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/07/2435m 28s

How Chris Met The King & The Emperor at Buckingham Palace

If you know where to get a white tie-suit in a hurry, help us out - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! We'll be back on Monday morning (UK time - the King's own time) for more fun and games and fine china. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/07/2454m 53s

How Japanese Stores Throw Shoppers Out at Closing Time

We'd simply set off all the sprinklers! If you'd like to say hi - please do! We can't make this show without you. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/07/2418m 31s

Tsushima Bans Tourists from Local Shrine

Combine the shrine with a whine. It's Tsushima, baby! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com please, for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/06/2425m 7s

Japan Ranked Worst Country in World for Helping Strangers...

And can you hear...everything in a Love Hotel? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever heard anything go bump in the night... and we'll see you back here on Thursday morning, UK time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/06/2432m 37s

Japan’s Mission Impossible: Why Shibuya is Proposing to Ban Drinking Alcohol In Public

Cans! Cans! Cans in the street. We will miss them terribly, surely there must be some kind of loophole for those baseball caps with cans on each side... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/06/2435m 47s

Why Japan is About to Break 1 Million Vending Machines!

Where will Pete get his delicious crepes? Only time will tell...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - what's the strangest thing you've pulled out of a vending machine? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/06/2430m 49s

Why a Japanese Billionaire CANCELLED his SpaceX Moon Trip!

Why have you had to cancel a mission to space? Let us know on abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/06/2427m 7s

Japan’s Cheapest Ramen Shop Burns Down

The slurp stops for no man... or fire! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/06/2427m 33s

Why Japanese Bars Never Close

Have you ever had a magical lock-in until the wee small hours? Get in touch! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com, baby! Also, would you eat doughnuts with cheese inside?! We're thinking...no. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/06/2420m 36s

Does Chris Regret Moving to Tokyo One Year Later

Have you ever been given a thousand of the Queen's yen in the street? Get in touch - AbroadInJapanPodcast@Gmail.com ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/06/2422m 13s

The Kindness of Strangers in Kyoto

Where was free umbrella chap when our dear Prime Minister needed him? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your wonderful chitter chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/05/2424m 55s

The Criminal Groups Taking Over from the Yakuza

Freelance criminals - at your service! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/05/2424m 49s

Japan’s Worst Ryokan Explained

What's a couple of mattresses between friends? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - get up on it with your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/05/2432m 43s

A Worrying Discovery on a Japanese Train

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20/05/2425m 15s

Why Chris Feels Guilty After Encounter with Viewers!

Chris Broad: half business, half pleasure - but entirely podcast.If you'd like to say hello - please do! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/05/2433m 41s

Tokyo Restaurants Charging Foreign Tourists Extra?

Pete's back with Chris and one of them has gone Eurovision CRAZY. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/05/2436m 22s

The Worst Foreigner in Japan (Feat. Premiertwo)

People are enjoying the forest... chop it down! More Petes coming your way this Sunday on the Abroad In Japan Podcast... join us then! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/05/2443m 24s

Our Favourite Movies & TV Shows Set in Japan! (Feat. Ali Plumb!)

Super-special guest Ali Plumb kindly returns to the show for another swing at some of the best films to come from Japan.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - and on Wednesday A PETE RETURNS (Which one, we simply will not say) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/05/2435m 9s

Walking the Historic Nakasendo Samurai Trail with special guest...Ali Plumb!

The terrifically clean-pawed Ali Plumb joins Chris for the next two shows - come along for the ride! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/05/2439m 45s

The Worst Gift to Receive from a Japanese Stranger

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - we'll see you soon for more AIJ Podcast fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/04/2434m 6s

My Worst Doctor Experience in Japan

"I didn't say it like Louis Theroux, Chris!"All your birthday well wishes for the big man to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/04/2440m 53s

Japan's sushi culture is in crisis!

And yet nobody cares about our lick-the-conveyor belt culture. For shame! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/04/2422m 19s

Chris & Connor Survived 1,200km Cycling & Raised $1Million for Charity!

And Chris attacked a small boy with a water gun. FOR SHAME Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/04/2438m 9s

Mt. Fuji Theme Park Ride SHUT DOWN!

0 to 180 kmph in 1.5 seconds? Yeah, spines don't like that.Apologies for Chris's slightly wonky mic - all will be repaired, re-fixed and reconditioned in the next show! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/04/2423m 54s

Angry Tourist RUINS Train Ceremony!

Thankfully for Chris, One Piece is not on the Japanese curriculum.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/04/2436m 42s

Chris & Connor and their CRAZY One Thousand Mile Cycle Across Japan!

Sponsored (not sponsored) by Yakult. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/03/2433m 7s

How Godzilla & Miyazaki Beat Hollywood!

Chris yearns for the desert...and Pete wants to know where his Seetharaman Narayanan went to! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and we'll see you again on Wednesday... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/03/2425m 37s

Why Kyoto Has Banned Tourists from Geisha District!

Won't somebody think of the Geisha?!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages and rude daubings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2435m 22s

How a Japanese Principal Lost Everything...

We've totally done this, loads of times. You'll never take us alive copper *throws Candarel at policeman*Pete and Chris will return this Wednesday night - so do get your messages in over at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/03/2429m 34s

Tokyo’s Ramen Restaurants Lose their Michelin Stars

"Slurp!" - the sound of Michelin, slurping up their stars. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - keep your comments fluttering in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/03/2430m 2s

Travelling Japan for 14 Days on $1,000 is Possible!

You heard it here first, and it entails almost no shoplifting! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions and comments, do say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/03/2431m 13s

An Awkward Experience with a Japanese Doctor

If someone grabs your arm and states they're 'putting the bones back' - go for their eyes and run like heck. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/03/2423m 0s

What NOT to do in a Japanese Hot Spring

Pee. I can't believe we have to say it again.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - get in touch with your messages, and we'll probably read them out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/03/2430m 34s

Japanese Mafia Boss Attempts to Sell Nuclear Materials...

Literally the LAST thing we want to see. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/02/2428m 57s

Why Chris Hates February...

No heavy petting, bombing and so on! We'll be back on Wednesday for more Abroad In Japannin'! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/02/2426m 24s

Why Rural Japan Doesn’t Want Foreign Residents

Towns and villages in the rural Japan are an attractive option for foreign immigrants. But is life in the countryside all it's cracked up to be?AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages -we'll see you on Sunday for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/02/2428m 47s

Japan’s Most Wanted Criminal Caught After 50 years

Japan’s most wanted criminal, Satoshi Kirishima, has been caught after 50 years on the run. It's movie material and then some!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/02/2427m 54s

Ukraine-born Miss Japan relinquishes crown following affair...

Welcome to Japan, where's it's quite simply always the 1950s. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/02/2428m 16s

Preserving Mount Fuji: Japan will apply tolls and number caps!

Maybe you could disguise yourself as a shrub or something, and pootle on up there...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your stories and questions for the Broad laddo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/02/2425m 37s

Foreigners Working in Japan Hits All-Time Record

Grab your cups of ridiculously expensive coffee - it's the Abroad In Japan podcast, mates! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/02/2426m 48s

Ukrainian-Born Model Wins Miss Japan Re-igniting Identity Debate

Pete and Chris will be returning to their very own Outlander bar (the podcast) to buy you all hooch (read out your messages) very soon indeed! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/02/2431m 51s

Tokyo Government to release official dating app!

Sexy stuff indeed...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your emails - and we'll see you on Sunday for more of this... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/01/2422m 55s

Survey says majority of Japanese 'do not feel friendly' toward China

Hullo me old China - Pete and Chris are here for more Abroad In Japan hi-jinx!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/01/2427m 42s

U.S. records confirm 12 U.S. soldiers died from Hiroshima A-bomb

And we'll be back on Sunday for more Abroad In Japan fun!Speak soon, ta ta! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/01/2432m 24s

Japanese Travellers Stressed Sitting Alongside Strangers on Planes

Professional climbers Pete and Chris return to your ears for another AIJ MEGASHOW! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all of your chitter chat... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/01/2432m 48s

Nuisance Foreign Streamer Fined ¥200,000 & Kicked Out of Japan

We're sure that little idiot will return, one day. Yeesh! Pete and Chris will return this Sunday and in the meantime do get in touch... abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/01/2430m 35s

How to get rich in Japan!

The Abroad In Japan show is a work of fiction. They're toasty warm, really!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your emails, baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/01/2433m 50s

The Japanese Compliment That Sounds Like an Insult!

Pete's burned off his fingerprints to evade capture by the feds, and Chris is going all out for 2024! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, we'll see you back here on Sunday... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/01/2431m 0s

Earthquake On The West Coast of Honshu

A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Japan Sea coast on Monday, flattening towns on the remote Noto peninsula.If you'd like to donate to the Japanese Red Cross society you can do so here: https://www.jrc.or.jp/english/donate/We'll be back on Thursday, but if you'd like to get in touch - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/01/2429m 0s

Nearly Half of Young Japanese Men Have Never Had a Girlfriend

Sexy stuff indeed. And by sexy, we mean not very sexy stuff at all.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages, lads and lasses!(This episode was recorded before the Japan NYD earthquake.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/01/2418m 40s

The Worst Thing You Can Do On a Tokyo Train

Chris is back in his unlovable hotel room, and Pete's car importing nightmare is drawing to a close, you'll be pleased to learn...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages!(This show was recorded before the 2024 Sea of Japan earthquake.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/01/2418m 21s

Something Strange and Unexplained is Happening in Hokkaido!

Well Chris has been there, for one! Hope you had a smashing festive break if indeed you observed one - Pete and Chris will be back shortly for more AIJ pod action! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages in the meantime! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/12/2329m 26s

How Pete Got Robbed in London ft American Pete!

We'll be back on our usual schedule very soon, once Chris manages to defrost - in the meantime here's a show recorded on the road with none other than American 'crime magnet' Pete! sbroadinjapanpodcat@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/12/2330m 29s

The Hardest Thing about Moving to Japan? Feat. Sharla

With Chris' journey across Japan putting pay to our Wednesday pod release this week - we thought we'd make it up to you by bringing you Sharla for our Sunday show. Enjoy! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/12/2335m 49s

On the road in a tiny car, with Natsuki and Ryotaro!

21 days. A 2,000km Journey Across Japan - and Ryotaro has joined the crew! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com - have you ever seen a bigger bargain than Chris' cheap, tiny car? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/12/2319m 36s

The Most Awkward Conversation with a Stranger on a Japanese Train

Oh dear. Oh dear, oh dear. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/11/2330m 45s

Hilton Hotels Vs. Japan: How Offensive was Their Removed Commercial?

Do you prefer a personal touch when it comes to hotels? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/11/2333m 45s

Why Japanese Hospitality is Insanely Great

We would probably have slipped over and chucked the luggage under a train or something. We'll be back Sunday evening at 10pm UK time for more AIJ fun - but if you'd like to say hello, abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/11/2326m 16s

Abroad in Japan’s Biggest Ever Project Kicks off in December!

Fear for Christopher. Fear for him! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to distract him from his intense planning and cartography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/11/2325m 46s

How $250,000 of Japanese Kit Kats Got Stolen in America

If you like Kit Kats so much, why don't you STEAL A MASSIVE LORRY FULL AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/11/2336m 33s

Why Teaching English in Japan Just Got Harder...

No puking at your desk, under pain of termination! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and we'll see you Wednesday evening for more of this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/11/2328m 11s

Japan’s Electric Car Boom!

Petey and Chrissy will return in a few days time sucking up all that delicious podcast electricity from the podcast electric terminals, or something. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages and Commodore 64 basic programs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/11/2330m 28s

Is Japan using Using AI actors to avoid Scandal?

Our (very fallible human) boys will return on Wednesday night UK time for more tales from the East! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your news and views! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/11/2332m 23s

Is THIS Japan's Ugliest Place?

How proper blimmin' rude! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/11/2334m 51s

The Foreign Youtuber Riding Japan’s Trains Without Paying

Who needs a JR pass when you're a massive d*ckhead?!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, baby x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/10/2331m 8s

Japan Strips Powerful Unification Church of Religious Status

No more el tax breako for el churcho, turns out! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - do get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/10/2320m 4s

Why Tokyo’s Public Baths Are Disappearing Fast: 50% Lost!

And does a VPN work to save you cash? Let us know if it's helped you! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your stories and questions - get involved! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/10/2328m 56s

Sushi Restaurant Prankster Gets 5 Year Sentence for Licking Soy Sauce!

It better have been worth it. Like proper, fancy soy sauce. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is our email address - please use it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/10/2330m 16s

The WORST Time to Visit Shibuya (Tokyo) Explained!

...When Pete's there, and he's been drinking red eyes ALL NIGHT.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/10/2333m 47s

Why this Japanese Bar BANNED Foreigners, Illegally!

If I had my way, they wouldn't let me in either. Or something. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/10/2334m 25s

The Dark Side of Japan’s Entertainment Industry Exposed

With over 478 victims coming forward, the late Johnny Kitagawa's talent agency's decision to continue has been branded ill-advised at best, and a joke at worst. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/10/2329m 34s

Toxic Foreign Streamer Finally Arrested in Japan after 6 Months

He'll be doing his silly shouting...IN DA CLINK (possibly) AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello... so please do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/10/2343m 13s

The best airline for your Japan trip, revealed!

Pete and Chris are here, covered head to toe in Famichiki drip, doing the Abroad In Japan thing...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and style tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/10/2322m 29s

Is Japanese TV *really* that bad?

Still ridiculously jet-lagged, Pete joins the soon-to-be-ridiculously jet-lagged Chris Broad for more Japan chat! AbroadInJapanPodcast@Gmail.com for all your messages and sleep tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/09/2328m 16s

The Weirdest Hotels In Japan: revealed!

Pete saddles Sarah with literally the WORST hotel staff in the known universe for a non-Japanese speaker: DINOSAURS! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hullo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/09/2335m 27s

Why Pro Wrestling in Japan is the best in the world!

Pete has returned from his first Japan jaunt in over three years - warning: he's quite manic. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, and please do! Love you lots, Pete and Chris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/09/2333m 45s

The Hokkaido Police Officer Who Left His Gun in a Convenience Store

Pick up some delicious chicken, a usb lead or two, and a revolver at your local convenience! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, podcats! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/09/2327m 32s

Does Chris Want To Leave Japan At Last?

Climb aboard the baseball train, team awesome! AbroadInJapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your ticketing needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/09/2323m 7s

The Osaka Locals Who Spent $500 Treating Foreign Tourists

Just make sure you finish your onigiri first, so that the bugs don't get it. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support and drawings of us being thrown into fiery pits! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/09/2323m 21s

China Bans Japanese Seafood As Fukushima Releases Water

Pete and Chris will return, filled to the gills with radioactive content shortly - in the meantime abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com - send in your messages or links you'd like us to look at! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/09/2333m 50s

Hunting for Pokemon in Japan - is it actually fun?

Lids, and the people who hunt them down!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages and if you'd like to see our bad selves in video form, subscribe to our youtube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/09/2335m 2s

Is the world’s most deadly fish worth eating?

Fugu - it's what's for dinner! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages and if you'd like to see our fu and gu in video form, subscribe to our youtube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/08/2329m 53s

The Japanese City Pressuring Pregnant Women

It's a man's world. That's why it's frequently unfettered sh*te.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages and if you'd like to see our bad selves in video form, subscribe to our youtube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/08/2331m 6s

Why I AVOID Eating 7-Eleven Onigiri Rice Balls

Extra value crunch! Pete and Chris are reunited in Stak studios and drink some exceedingly expensive Starbucks. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages and if you'd like to see our coffees in video form: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/08/2333m 6s

Why Travelling Japan without Cash is about to Get More Complicated

Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg to peek at this lad in full-motion-video! On Wednesday, Pete and Chris will be reunited, broadcasting from the SAME ROOM! Will Pete manage to order a couple of Starbucks coffees correctly? No, no he will not. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all of your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/08/2331m 39s

Why Not to Leave Food Uneaten in a Japanese Ramen Shop

Waste not, want not! Pete and Chris will return on Sunday for another slice of Japan, but in the meantime you can head over here to watch this stuff in video form, baby! https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPodcastAbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - see you soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/08/2324m 52s

Tourist Tarnishes 1,000 Year Japanese Temple with Tacky Cat Drawing

What's wrong with some good old-fashioned doodlin'? As you may of heard, we can now be perused visually at your convinience over here - https://www.youtube.com/@AbroadInJapanPod (Video version drops just under 24 hours after this one!) AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support and derision - and we'll meet you back here on Wednesday night! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/08/2332m 21s

'Barbenheimer' Backlash in Nuclear-Scarred Japan as Warner Bros Apologises

And if you'd like to see this show in video form - subscribe to our brand new AIJ Podcast Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgL1f1txLPqr2XpQlKlKmEg?sub_confirmation=1AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/08/2327m 31s

How to Get the Yakuza's Business Cards while Travelling Japan

Head on over to www.youtube.com/ to check out the podcast in video form! And would you wear a personal air conditioned jacket? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to let us know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/08/2328m 41s

Did Chris & Natsuki Survive the 3,776m Climb up Mount Fuji?

Oxygen and ciggies. It's what this proud nation was built upon. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, and stay tuned for a BEEEEG announcement on Sunday!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/08/2330m 1s

Chris and Natsuki Have Set Off to Climb Mount Fuji! (3776m)

Hide his ciggys. It's the only way Natsuki's going to make it up there! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/07/2331m 10s

Why Oppenheimer Isn't Being Released in Japan (Yet)

Chris 'Barbie' Broad and Donaldson 'Oppo' Petester will be back on Sunday for more AIJ FUN!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - and keep listening for some BIG news on the way shortly... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/07/2325m 42s

Teenage Tourist Carves name into 1,200 year-old temple in Japan

Come on, it's hardly a  1,300 year-old temple in Japan. Now those things are PRECIOUS. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/07/2331m 11s

The Bizarre Region in Japan Where Dolphins, Squids & Monkeys Attack Humans!

The Abroad In Japan Breastfeeding SPECTACULAR! AbroadInJapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support for Chris' new direction...Make sure you pre-order Chris's book - some great breastfeeding tips in there! https://linktr.ee/abroadinjapanbook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/07/2329m 25s

How to Lose $4,600 in a Tokyo Bar: Scams in Japan!

They finally got someone bang to rights! Well done that sleepy, empty-walleted man! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello on the email pipes... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/07/2335m 49s

A Ghost in Japan: Are the Japanese Superstitious?

And the boys will return on Sunday, Chris's lumbar in pieces after a week of moving metal around! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all ya chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/07/2328m 26s

Okinawa's Seas Turned Blood Red...BUT WHY?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages...but we'll be back on Wednesday night UK time for more fun and games and probably more than a little industrial ocean tampering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/07/2324m 14s

Japan to Release 1 Million Tons of Fukushima Radioactive Water into the Pacific

...for a laugh. Pete and Chris will be back in the former's car for more amazing stories from the other side of the world on Sunday night! Join us...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hullo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/07/2326m 33s

What Are the Risks of Eating Sushi?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your emails, memes and drawings! Lovely Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/07/2327m 15s

Should you book your Japan trip using AI?

Have you ever tried to cool down in an adult store? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/06/2332m 3s

Japan Raises Age of Sexual Consent from 13 to 16

Yeesh! Apologies if Petey sounds a little robotic in this one - last show before mic quality goes back to normal! In the meantime keep your messages coming in, abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com babes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/06/2329m 27s

10 Worst Inconveniences of Travelling in Japan as a Foreign Tourist!

If young Peter sounds a little robotic this week apologies! He had a little problem with his mic that Chris had to spend a good while cleaning up! Back to normal next week! Pray for PeteMic™In the meantime, do keep your bits and bobs flowing in... abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com and robot Pete and Chris will return this sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/06/2329m 27s

Why NOT to work for a Japanese Company

A lot of forms to fill in. Loads! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Oh and if you'd like to listen to the VGC video games podcast you've been hearing all about over the past few weeks on this channel - that can be found here: https://lnk.to/VGC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/06/2329m 42s

Why Japan's Biggest Sushi Chain is Suing Diner for $400,000

Don't lick stuff in public. Nothing good ever happens.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Love you xOh and if you'd like to listen to the VGC video games podcast you've been hearing all about over the past few weeks on this channel - that can be found here: https://lnk.to/VGC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/06/2329m 53s

Driving in Japan as a Tourist: Is it Genuinely Worth it?

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13/06/2329m 36s

Why these Japanese Vending Machines Are About to Become Free of Charge

Just want that sweet, free sweetcorn soup, baby!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chitter-chat!Oh and if you'd like to listen to the VGC video games podcast you've been hearing all about over the past few weeks on this channel - that can be found here: https://lnk.to/VGC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/06/2330m 31s

Chris Has Found a New Studio in Tokyo at Last

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hullo, as always!Oh and if you'd like to listen to the VGC video games podcast you've been hearing all about over the past few weeks on this channel - that can be found here: https://lnk.to/VGC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/06/2331m 33s

Why NOT to Drink the Water at a Japanese Shrine

Slightly later than advertised - here's this Wednesday's Abroad In Japan shooooow! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello, team awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/06/2329m 44s

When Dining in a Japanese Michelin Star Restaurant Goes Horribly Wrong

Yum yum, in my TUM! AbroadInJapanPodcast@Gmail.com for all your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/05/2328m 50s

Japan's Most Dishonest Product Fined $40,000 for Weight Loss Lies

Ship with soup! Pete and Chris will return on your friend and mine, SUNDAY. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, babes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/05/2330m 27s

The Japanese Restaurant that Buys KFC and Re-sells it on the Menu

A delicious, loss leading service from our plucky bar owner! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/05/2335m 31s

The Dangers of Walking through Kobe City at Night!

Thanks for listening, and don't go near dem bears please! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/05/2326m 21s

The Hokkaido Worker Who Found ¥10 Million Cash in a Bag

And the laaaaads will return same time, 10pm UK time on Wednesday for more podcast fun! TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/05/2325m 43s

Japan Cracks Down on Upskirting & Capturing Non-Consensual Photos

Welcome to another big ol' Abroad In Japan shindig. Don't worry about your shoes, keep 'em on! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, and please do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/05/2328m 3s

The Foreign Tourist Saved at a Japanese Shopping Mall

And the boys (with marginally better audio quality) will return same bat channel, 10pm on Wednesday UK time!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hullo, squires Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/05/2329m 57s

Chris Has Moved to Tokyo At Last!

Apologies for the slight funkiness on Chris's voice on the shows this week - we'll return to normal service next time out. Pete's blaming the house movers for touching his nobs... Abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com - do say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/05/2329m 39s

Tokyo's Worst Dish Explained

Tell us who's a real dish over at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com - the hardest working gmail account in podcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/04/2323m 38s

Why Travelling Japan by Train Just Got Hugely Expensive (77% More!)

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26/04/2332m 30s

A Crazy Romantic Encounter at a Japanese Train Station

Beautiful Aussie men... in your area!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hullo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/04/2324m 27s

Yet Another Assassination Attempt on Japan's Prime Minister

A proper spring of discontent. Pete and Chris will return same time Sunday night, UK time...10pm! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hullo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/04/2327m 48s

How NOT to Rob a Japanese Convenience Store

And Chris will return with Petey pie same time, 10pm UK time Wednesday! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your hellos and drawings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/04/2327m 52s

Why Staff are Disappearing from Japanese Stores

Sponsored by Sony Vegas. BECAUSE PETE WILL NOT CHANGE. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - please do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/04/2330m 4s

Japan's Brand New Bear Meat Vending Machine

Well I hope they sell a soda or two, too! Would you honk down a bit of bear meat of an evening? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/04/2326m 50s

Outrage at Tokyo's Annual Penis Festival

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05/04/2327m 21s

Getting engaged in the Aokigahara forest!

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your meaty messages and bready chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/04/2324m 56s

Does booze aid Japanese language confidence?

Annnd Chris will be back with ya boi Petey on Sunday! TAKE IT EASY!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hiya! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/03/2331m 50s

Is Chris about to abandon his studio?

And we will return same time on Wednesday night with more harebrained schemes from Natsuki! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/03/2326m 21s

Travelling round Japan in a camper van - is is possible?

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22/03/2329m 4s

How do avoid dodgy sushi in Japan!

And Chris and Pete will return Wednesday for more fish-dodging fun... Abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2329m 52s

How to Receive Compliments from the Yakuza on an Osaka Train

Beeeeeeeeg guys Pete and Chris will return same time 10pm on Sunday (UK time) for more of THIS STUFF! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say 'hiya!' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/03/2327m 0s

Why Chris Fears for the Future of Humanity

And the chaps will be back same time on wednesday baby! abroadinjapanpodcast@Gmail.com for all your chitter chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/03/2330m 46s

Japan's Angriest Convenience Store Revealed

Kore kudasai, baby! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chat. See you Sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/03/2332m 17s

Why NOT to Buy a Kyoto Townhouse | Feat. Sharla in Japan

Like buses, you wait around for an abroad in Japan podcast, then two come at once!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/03/2328m 15s

Why Chris is FINALLY Moving to Tokyo | Feat. Sharla in Japan

A couple of days late, but in no way a buck short - Chris and Sharla will return later in the week for more AIJ fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/03/2330m 12s

When Staying in a Tokyo Hostel Goes Wrong

Very, very wrong. We'll be back next week for more AIJ fun - join us, won't you? Oh yes, and do drop us an email on abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/02/2330m 37s

How NOT to Introduce Yourself in Japanese

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22/02/2330m 14s

Why NOT to go to a Japanese Hospital

A tall man can't deal with an average sized man's salty liquid. Always said that. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/02/2328m 44s

How Chris Proposed to Sharla on a Rural British Beach!

Should have done the dropping the ring thing. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your emaily needs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/02/2330m 13s

Why Japan's Biggest Sushi Restaurants Are Stopping the Conveyor Belts

There should be a crumpet conveyor belt restaurant. Then we'd be cooking. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to chuck over ya chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/02/2328m 26s

Should You Skip Visiting Kyoto?

Pete and Chris will return this super soaraway Sunday for more abroad in japan! woohoo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/02/2328m 55s

Japan's Most Misleading Drink Fined ¥19 MILLION

100% Awesome podcast! 2% guaranteed! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/02/2332m 22s

Why this Japanese Convenience Store is Making Food 40% Bigger!

OH MY GOD WE'RE BOTH SO JET LAGGED Pete and Chris will return this Sunday at 10pm London time, baby. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all yer chat!THE BEAST IN THE EASTINESS THE BEAST IN THE EASTINESS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/02/2333m 19s

Why Tokyo Apartments Without Baths & Showers Are Gaining Popularity | Feat. Sharla

ooooh you filthbags! The AIJ pod will return later in the week but for now - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/01/2330m 57s

The Japanese Food Losing Popularity Fast

If they come for my katsuobushi, I'm gonna be fuming over here. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com, get in touch chief why not Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/01/2326m 11s

Gwen Stefani Faces Backlash After Declaring ‘I’m Japanese’

We've all had a lovely waffle from Harajuku and said some mad stuff, haven't we?AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hiya! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/01/2330m 53s

The Dark Side of Japan: Harassment on Trains Explained

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, team awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/01/2330m 56s

The Foreign Tourist Who Drunkenly Broke into a Japanese Home

Let the rugby man sleep, dammit! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/01/2332m 1s

Japan's Worst Etiquette Mistake Explained

Bones - we've all gottem, baby! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for you questions and comments. Remember - if you're 41 years old and look like trash 100% of the time like Pete, it's your social responsibilty to get yourself some PRIME, baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/01/2332m 16s

The Stunning Japanese Hot Spring That'll Burn Your Legs Off

If can't stand the heat...just turn down the thermostat! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/01/2330m 18s

Japan's Ultimate 4,000 Mile Marriage Proposal Explained

More GPS fun next week - GREAT PETER SEXINESS we mean. Chris will also attend. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/01/2331m 53s

Why Japan's Cat Rental Subscription Service is a Bad Idea

Meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com meow meow meow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/01/2330m 12s

Why Abroad In Japan Received Hate This Christmas!

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to give Chris both barrels! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/12/2223m 23s

Why Chris avoids Christmas in Japan!

Pete and Chris and a dose of Abroad In Japan fun on Christmas Day! Hope you had a great day everyone, and if you didn't, there's always next year! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hi! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/12/2227m 20s

35 Percent Of Japan Never Wants To Travel Overseas Again!

And Pete and Chris will return on Christmas Day for a podcast in which they barely mention Christmas because their admin is terrible! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/12/2227m 30s

Why Chris has left Japan!

Pete, the old one, joins Chris for a review of all thing AIJ - including a chess boxing match, the first ever Abroad In Japan event in London, and Natsuki being sick in a hat! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your demands and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/12/2238m 58s

How Chris WON the Chess Boxing Fight in LA (Feat. Pete Premiertwo)

After missing a show for the first time in actual years, Chris is back with a good excuse, he was busy getting punched in the head! Here's American Pete and Chris to explain what happened. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/12/2232m 27s

12 Things Chris Hates about Japan

With music from Save Ferris. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages and letters to AIJ santa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/12/2239m 41s

Wild Boar Terrorises Rural Japanese Town

Pow pow! It's boar for dinner, kids! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and we'll see you on Wednesday for more AIJ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/12/2228m 58s

Japanese Fans Generously Tidy Up World Cup

HUB: where everybody knows your name. And Richarlison! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, so do so! And do drop us a review wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/11/2227m 12s

Coolish: the results are in!

It's the perfect thing for those arm November nights! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of Lotte support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/11/2227m 47s

Shisha in Japan - is it ever a good idea?

Pete and Chris will be back Sunday night with more hand to air firework action, join us then!In the meantime, abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/11/2225m 15s

How to Sneak into a Love Hotel (Short Ep!)

A tiny amuse-bouche of an ep, since Chris is a poorly tiger. But don't worry, he'll be firing on all of his cylinders this coming Wednesday, when the show returns. POW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/11/229m 22s

Japan's most overated burger restaurant!

Hi there! Are you enjoying the podcast? Super. We'll be back this Sunday for more fun! AbroadInJapanPodcast@Gmail.com for all your messages! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/11/2227m 17s

When Dating a Stranger in Kyoto Goes Horribly Wrong

Charming men, doing charming things. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - and we'll be back this wednesday for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/11/2226m 46s

What NOT to Say When Leaving a Japanese Restaurant

"I hated all of this food and will soon be sick" AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your letters of objection pls, see you on Sunday! X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/11/2230m 43s

This is Japan's Worst Ever Tinder Date

Pete and Chris will return this Wednesday for more Japan-related nonsense! Please leave us a review wherever you get your pods, it really does help a lot! Love you lots, Pete x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/11/2230m 17s

When Eating Ramen Goes Horribly Wrong

Chris is fresh from his Halloween spooktacular, and Pete's just mainly been eating sweets. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/11/2229m 5s

Why Chris Joined the Tokyo Yamanote Line Marathon This Week!

And Pete and Mr Chris will be back right here on Wednesday evening doing what they do...third best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/10/2226m 37s

Why People Want to Get Married So Soon in Japan

Goes together like a horse and carriage! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to let us know about your trips to Japan now it's finally open! DISH DISH DISH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/10/2233m 56s

Why Japanese Women Can't Re-marry soon after Divorce (but Men can)

A divorce? HEH HEH HEH https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDXrP9HET2AAbroad In Japan (the podcast) will return this Wednesday - join us, won't you? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/10/2225m 24s

Japan's Oldest Toilet Accidentally Damaged in Car Crash!

Crash bang wallop, what a khazi! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, we'll be back on Sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/10/2235m 25s

Why Japan Has the Highest Life Expectancy in the World!

Pete and Chris will return on Wednesday for more of this silly nonsense! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/10/2224m 1s

The Japanese Convenience Store Made of Ice

Back once again in their respective vocal booths, Pete and Chris stay frosty! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/10/2226m 55s

Did Chris Get Pranked in Tokyo This Week?

With Pete on yet another jaunt to the USA, Chris is joined this week by Sharla! Join us for a chat about everything from catfishing astronauts to the amazing news that Japan is finally open to travellers - though we'll save the fireworks until later in the week...AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is the email address. Tell your friends about the show and give us a review wherever you get your pods! WE LOVE YOU! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2222m 42s

Kobe's Fake Kobe Beef Problem

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is the email address. Tell your friends about the show and give us a review wherever you get your pods! WE LOVE YOU! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/10/2223m 21s

Why Japan's Assassinated Former Prime Minister had a Hugely Controversial Funeral

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com please thankyou thanks! Love you lots, text us when you get home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/10/2228m 15s

Japan FINALLY Open to Tourists After 2 Long Years! (So Chris is off to LA) | Feat. Sharla

Pete would like to state for the record that he was not on holiday, he had some big boi business meetings in New York and just because he got super drunk at a Mets game and ate his weight in frozen custard, that shouldn't count against him frankly. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your drawings, diagrams and sketches! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/09/2234m 58s

Why Chris Has Japan's WORST Business Card Etiquette

He just tears them up in front of the person and scowls loads. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - where are you looking forward to getting back to as Japan opens up again? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/09/2231m 4s

The Japanese Dish I Regret Trying The Most

Brains. He ate loads of massive salty brains. Gross!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your lovely messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/09/2231m 9s

Japan's Worst Ever Fish Dish Explained

Seriously, this is rough!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - so why don't you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/09/2228m 30s

Why Japan STILL Uses Floppy Discs in the 21st Century

DON'T COPY THAT FLOPPY! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages. Gerrem in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/09/2233m 20s

The Japanese Hotel with Beer on Tap in Every Room!

Chris is drinking beer in his hotel room, Pete's making fly soup in his SULO bin,AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/09/2229m 54s

Japan FINALLY Allows in 50,000 Foreign Tourists

Chris returns from his cycling festival across Hokkaido!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/09/2236m 44s

Chris & Connor's 750km Cycle Across Hokkaido Completed! (Feat. American Pete)

A couple of days late but not a buck short! American Pete and Chris survey the latter's rippling thigh muscles and have a well earned sit down. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and thanks to all who donated to the charity, https://primaryimmune.org/! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/09/2222m 41s

Chris and CDawgVA Encounter Not-So-Welcoming Locals on 700km Hokkaido Cycle

And Chris and Conner, several pounds lighter will return same time on Sunday! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com baby for all your messages of support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/09/2225m 51s

Japan Rail Refuses to Sell Pass to Gay Couples

In a situation that should surprise nobody, Japan's sticking to their shitty rules again. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/08/2223m 30s

Japan Encourages Young Adults to Drink More Alcohol to Boost Economy (Genuinely)

Pete is currently preparing his favourite drinking flagon. You get the hero you deserve, clearly!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all that good stuff, baby!https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005RYLV3Y - that book Pete was gassing on about https://twitter.com/ShashingoGame - that game Pete was gassing on about some weeks ago Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/08/2229m 35s

Why Chris and Connor Are Cycling 1,000km Across Hokkaido

You just know one of those dafties are going to pop a wheelie and proper brain themselves. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, won'tcha? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/08/2227m 15s

Why the Yakuza Are Disappearing in Tokyo

Boring, doing organised crime all the time, isn't it? Not for me, I like it. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages of love and hate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/08/2236m 41s

Why Chris Loves Sleeping on Japanese Futons!

Loves a futon, this lad. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello on the ol' fax mahine! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/08/2228m 33s

Japan's Most Ridiculous Scam Involves Loads Of Crabs

Chris and Pete talks VPNs, VPLs and EPL, all on the podcast that gave the world the catchphrase 'what's in the fax machine?'AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello to your lads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/08/2233m 11s

Chris Hits the 10 Year Anniversary of Living in Japan

Covid: running rumpant in the Tokyo area. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of goodwill and workout tips for the boys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/08/2229m 16s

Monkey on the Loose in Japan Injures 60 People

Monkeys, kicking off! Proper kicking off. Nothing better. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your emails, messages and drawings! BANG! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/08/2228m 43s

The Japanese Soldier Who Continued Fighting WWII Until 1974

We're still fighting for this title, and he's got to go to Middlesbrough and get something, and... and... I'll tell you, honestly, I will love it if we beat them, love it!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Have a cracking week, legends x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/07/2226m 35s

How Japanese People REALLY Stay Healthy (Hint: It's not the food)

Certainly not with all this Coolish sloshing around. Chris and Pete will return for more fun in and around Japan - in the meantime drop us a line at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/07/2225m 19s

Chris Has His Love Life Finally Exposed!

Probably the most asked question in the AIJ universe gets answered...That's right, Pete does use Colgate Max White One every morning and night for that award-winning smile! Thanks for asking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/07/2234m 46s

Japan Shocked at Assassination of Former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo

UK Pete and cha boi Christopher get down to business after being apart for way too long. This Sunday: Chris tells all about his love life in your super soaraway Sun! (The podcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/07/2239m 39s

Sony's Insane Portable Air Conditioning Units Sell Out in Japan

Keep cool, team! Chris will be back with B-grade Pete next week, thanks for American Pete for joining us this week! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chitter-chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/07/2231m 32s

The Surprising Place You're Most Likely to Encounter the Yakuza

Recorded on the 5th of July, American Pete and Chris return for some podcast fun! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/07/2236m 39s

The Japanese Man Who Fought 7/11 for $100,000 and Lost!

Someone should have just bashed a third 7/11 down in the car park. So wonderfully confusing! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/07/2229m 32s

Why Chris Finally Decided to Get Fit in Japan

You should Send-ai that protein shake over to these two lads, gassing about Japan and lifting plates.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/07/2226m 7s

How difficult is Europe to Japan travel right now?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to tell us about your bee-based problems! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/07/2231m 3s

Would you accept a surfboard from a Japanese old man?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello to the lads lads lads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/06/2222m 26s

How do Japanese companies dispose of washing machines?

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Say hullo, won't you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/06/2221m 25s

Abroad in Japan: The Art Of The Deal!

Pete and Chris will return this Sunday for more big opinions from a reflective room! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/06/2225m 31s

The One Japanese Dish We'd Eat Forever

An infinity-length Long Man candy. How about that? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/06/2222m 10s

Why Chris Became Abroad in a British Prison This Week

Tax evasion. The man just loves tax evasion. He's doing a ten stretch in porridgetown. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/06/2228m 31s

Japan's Crazy Capsule Toys Come Stuffed Full of Polar Bear Fur

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions, babeh! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/06/2232m 49s

The Japanese Man Who Spent $16,000 to Look Like a Dog

Cheap at half the price! Those two little balls of fur, Pete and Chris will return this Sunday for more of the show they like to call 'THE SUPER TIME FUN SHOW,' but are forced due to contractual reasons to call 'The Abroad In Japan Podcast.'abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your foul tales! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/06/2231m 12s

Running around an onsen in the buff!

Pete and Chris will return Wednesday evening, as naked as the day they were born, except they've put clothes on!And do check out the very first Abroad In Japan Podcast cartoon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyD-fcwLy-I Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/06/2219m 55s

When is a knife, not a knife?

Pete and Chris will be back, in the flesh this Sunday! JOIN THEM. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions and stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/06/2227m 12s

The prodigal son returns: Broady in Blighty!

And Pete and Chris will be back on their mp3-adventures Wednesday evening... join us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/05/2236m 11s

How Safe is Japan for Solo Travelers?

Pete and Chris will be back on Wednesday for more of this sort of thing - any news stories you want covered, let us know! And have you booked your tickets back to Japan? Let us know - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com, lovers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/05/2234m 33s

How to Steal $360,000 in Japan and Get Away With It

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to suggest what Pete and Chris should do in ol' Blighty! They'll be back on Wednesday for more of this abject daftness! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/05/2227m 30s

What NOT to do in a Japanese Hotel Room

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, gerrem in! And for those of you down at the Podcast show next week - Pete and Chris will be having a chat on stage on Wednesday 25th, so we'll see you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/05/2226m 53s

Why this Kobe Beef Has An Insane 9 YEAR Waiting List!

Just give her some damn croquettes!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support to our brave plane boy, Chris Broad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/05/2229m 6s

The Tokyo Cafe Designed to Stop Customers Procrastinating!

You're not allowed out until you've finished your novel! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your lovely messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/05/2223m 11s

A Sad Ending for the Japanese Man Who Married a Hologram!

Farewell, my sweet. Pete and Chris will return this Wednesday for more fun and games! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/05/2229m 45s

Japan's Population Plummets 640,000 for Biggest Drop on Record

Aaaaand Pete and Chris will return on Sunday, where we'll do it all over again! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/05/2227m 22s

The Ultimate Way to Propose in Japan

Happy Sunday all! Pete and Chris will return on Wednesday for more of this, and in the meantime let us know what you're about over at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Boom! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/05/2227m 33s

How Japan's Electric Chopsticks Make Food Healthy

Bzzzzt! Right in the gob! Pete and Chris will be back very soon indeed so if you want to get your comments in - use this - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/04/2225m 35s

Why Women Aren't Allowed in Japanese Adult Stores

Pete and Chris will be back for more top-floor fun on Wednesday evening so join them then! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/04/2233m 5s

How Chris Perforated His Eardrum on Journey Across Japan | Feat. American Pete!

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got an idea for how Pete should spent his time (either Petes, to be honest) and the show will be back this Sunday, babes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/04/2245m 34s

Why Abroad in Japan Got Demonetised by Youtube This Week | Feat. Joey the Anime Man

The things Chris did in that video. For. Shame. (Go check it out!)AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your questions, and Chris will be back with a Pete, any Pete shortly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/04/2238m 31s

Be Careful Which Bars You Go Inside in Osaka

Be careful which bars you go in *anywhere* we say!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your comments and advice and drawings of cats! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/04/2226m 58s

The Japanese Store Where You Can Pay with Just Your Face

Pete and Chris are back with their faces, talking out of them at times, all for your delectation. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com, hunks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/04/2233m 27s

Which Place in Japan Has the Best Food? | Feat. Sharla!

Pete Donaldson is still away! So Chris is instead joined by YouTube star Sharla in Japan and they are answering the question - Which place in Japan has the best food?abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/04/2228m 26s

12 Must See Places in Japan | Feat. Ryotaro!

We're back with Ryotaro! He gives us 12 must-see places in Japan, so listen on to find out more!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/04/2251m 52s

When Will Japan Re-Open to the World? | Feat. Ryotaro!

YouTuber and debut pod guest Ryotaro joins us for the first of two episodes. Today, he talks us through his amazing life!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/03/2245m 30s

Japan's Biggest Earthquake in 10 Years Wrecks Abroad in Japan Studio

Here's ya boi Chris, with a little mini-podcast, ready to blow your socks off with information and pathos and stories about a busted up studio. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, and Chris will be back with a full-fat episode on Wednesday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/03/2210m 26s

End of an Era as Iconic Japanese Virtual Youtuber Says Goodbye

The very non-virtual Pete and Chris will return on the 27th for more fun and games (and podcasts) AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say 'ello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/03/2224m 56s

Japan's Creepy 300 Year Old Mermaid Mummy Investigated by Scientists

Fishy business with Petey Pie and Crafty Chris! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your odds and sods, baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2222m 55s

How Chris REALLY Felt Interviewing Ken Watanabe

It's finally here! The meeting of the minds - one of People magazine's 50 most beautiful people back in 2004, and Ken Watanabe! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/03/2233m 51s

Why Pete REALLY Failed His Interview to Teach in Japan

Postscript: Pete went through his old yahoo account to see if he could find any correspondence about the sorry affair. Turns out they deleted all the emails older than two years ago. As if those years have been that good.. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your silly chat! BOOM! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/03/2234m 27s

Tokyo's Grumpiest Japanese Man is in Asakusa Selling Bread

Can ya even melon bear it? Petey-kun and Chrissy-chan will return very soon for more podcast fun - but in the meantime get your questions and answers and daft stories in to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/03/2227m 47s

Don't Hug People in Japan | Awkward Etiquette Explained

...but if you do, just a quick one will suffice. Leave their ribs be! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your clart - get your messages in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/03/2229m 59s

Why I Love Japanese Nightlife

Dancing. Sweaty people, dancing. Ooolong tea and Moscow Mules on tap. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all that chat, baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/03/2233m 47s

How a Failing Osaka Cafe Turned Around Their Business Overnight

Cats. The answer is always cats. Cats everywhere!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get your questions and demands in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/02/2235m 54s

Why NOT to Drink Alcohol and Ride Bicycles in Japan

Pete and Chris will be back on Wednesday for more Japan-shaped hi-jinx! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get your messages on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/02/2239m 37s

Why Valentines Day in Japan is Broken into 2 Days!

Probably to sell more blimmin' cards! Pete and Chris will be back in a few days time to do it all over again, but in the meantime - head on over to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to give us your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/02/2231m 31s

$50 Strawberries & $200 Watermelons | Japan's Crazily Expensive Luxury Fruit

Someone's been having it away with some prize strawberries, and Pete and Chris are on the case!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your comments, questions and drawings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/02/2227m 18s

Seven Eleven Japan Unleashes Holographic ATMs!

Spooky ghost ATMs for all! Pete and Chris finger their keypads with wanton abandon here on the pod, and if you'd like to steer the jury just send a missive to abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/02/2234m 26s

The Dark Side of Japan's Money Lending Culture

Pete and Chris will return, like furious money collectors on Wednesday evening at 2200 (GMT, baby!)In the meantime - get your message read out on the show - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/02/2227m 39s

Why I Didn't Get Homesick Moving to Japan

Open up your hate, and let it flow into Chris and Pete! Get up, come on get down with the sickness!Email abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like your message read out on the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/02/2231m 25s

American Travellers Explain Japan's Craziest Bar

And we'll be chasing you down the road once again on Sunday - join us then! In the meantime get your comments, questions coming in at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com and we'll see you soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/02/2227m 30s

Japan's WORST Ever Pick-Up Line Revealed

...its a doozy. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all that lovely, gooey email goodness and we'll see you on Wednesday for more of this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/01/2234m 11s

Japanese Convenience Stores Mock McDonald's Potato Shortage

Spuds, spuds everywhere - so let's all have some fries! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages. To get yours read out...get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/01/2225m 31s

Japan's Deadliest Food is a Popular Dessert

Pete and Kissy Chris are back for more AIJ fun! Pete's riddled with covid again, Chris is exhausted as he's been up late editing again... and we'll be back on Sunday to do it all over again!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/01/2229m 19s

The Reason Japan's 4m Vending Machines Are Having a Resurgence

A man has to have his Pocari sweat, baby! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to say hello, and Pete and Chris will be back on here very soon for more nonsense! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/01/2225m 38s

Why Japan's Extreme 100 Noodle Bowl Challenge Gets Demonetised on Youtube

Greed: one of YouTube's deadly sins. Donny and Chris will return in a few days time for more AIJ fun but in the meantime...abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/01/2225m 36s

Osaka Residents Receive 10,000 Yen Envelopes From Stranger

Free money Wednesday with Petey and Christo. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com - say hello, won't you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/01/2225m 4s

A Worrying Future as Japan Invents a Lickable TV Screen

Ookii oppais and lickable tv screens! It's a weird old show this Sunday! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, get involved... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/01/2227m 28s

Why Quitting Your Job in Japan is a Nightmare

Pete and Chris return for more tales of weird palm readers, and job-quitting services!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you've been affected by aaaany of the stories features in this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/01/2228m 53s

The Sneaky Way to Beat Your New Year's Resolution

Chris (Sendai, tired) and Pete (Essex, pumped) start the year as they mean to go on - by chatting all things Japan, baby!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all that good stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/01/2230m 40s

The Japanese Police Officer Suspended for Stealing 200 Yen ($2)

A copper steals a couple for a packet of ciggies, and the lads talk about the desperately sad wind phone.abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all ya yappinz! Have a great new year celebration, even if you're just planning on staying in your house like Pete! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/12/2126m 1s

Chris Horrified as McDonald's Japan Runs Out of French Fries

On this week's show Pete and Chris imagine a world without french fries (not good) and how Natsuki for some reason has two different birthdays! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages of support and criticism! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/12/2130m 47s

Japanese Scientists Develop Glowing Masks That Detect COVID!

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chattanooga, baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/12/2125m 20s

Seven Eleven Begins Delivering Food by Drone!

abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to say hello, so do so! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/12/2123m 51s

Japanese Billionaire Blast Off to Space Ahead of His 2023 Journey to the Moon!

Pete and Chris return for more fun, games and billionaire bashing! abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com returns on Sunday, so look out for us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/12/2130m 43s

Japan’s Greatest AirBNB Host Lives in Osaka

...and he swears his name is Elvis!Pete and Chris will return on Wednesday for more of this silliness, but in the meantime do drop us a line at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/12/2128m 15s

Why Japanese People Are Getting Fatter

...and why Pete's rice cooker purchase could save him a fortune on new trousers if only he actually used it, instead of ordering in pizza. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to say hello, so please do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/12/2126m 56s

Tokyo’s Most Overrated Hotel

I mean any hotel sounds great when Jesus and Mary Chain is blasting...abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/12/2129m 32s

Japanese is Home to the Deepest (Working) Underwater Mailbox in the World!

Why didn't they just make a lovely tall mailbox?abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/12/2128m 28s

Why Japan is Facing a Fried Chicken Shortage!

...and it's not because Chris is eating it! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages. Say hello, won'tcha? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/11/2129m 7s

Kyoto's Last Samurai Will Chop Food Up on Your Stomach

...or your money back!AbroadInPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages and scribblings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/11/2124m 30s

The Couple Dating Long Distance: Romance from Spain to Hokkaido!

What would be inside an Abroad In Japan cake? Let us know...abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/11/2134m 57s

How Chris Became the Sapporo Poker Champion

...he's an incredibly gifted card counter. Casinos hate the man. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like a man from Kent to read out your messages in a reproduction of a 1980s Japanese sweet store in an office building in Sendai! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/11/2130m 53s

The Best Place to Spend Christmas in Japan

...in a chimney, after a terrible attempt to enchant your kids. Silly Daddy.abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to say hello, won'tcha? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/11/2127m 41s

Why I'm Scared to Talk on Japanese Trains

Ferme la bouche, lads! Chris and Pete talk in hushed tones about what's new in Japan right now. abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your talk, too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/11/2130m 56s

Is Japan FINALLY Going to Re-open its Borders?

Chris wrote that title. Don't blame Pete for the bait. hehe!Pete and Chris are back - Pete, trying to set up a business meeting, Chris trying to prevent said meeting.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello, and please do so! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/11/2131m 30s

Why Japan's Awkward Blind Date Parties Are So Popular

Bring ya friends, let's have a date! Pete and Chris return with another sexy, informative yomp through the fax machine and beyond. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello and get your dispatch on the pod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/11/2128m 19s

The truth about my wife's pants!

Pete and Chris tee off once more on the St Andrews - grade course that is the Abroad In Japan podcast.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say how very wrong Pete is on the noble sport of gorofu. (Or is it a good aruku spoiled?) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/10/2129m 21s

Is there anything you can't eat rice with?

Pete and Chris are both giddy, positively giddy about presenting you lovely lot with another Abroad in Japan podcast. And I think you can probably tell just by listening, frankly. Off their blimmin' heads, they are.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your sexy dispatches, we'll be back on Sunday to do it all over again Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/10/2137m 55s

Why Not to Fall Asleep on the Midnight Tokyo Train

Well, it's cheaper than a hotel! Pete and Chris return with some big-hitting Abroad in Japan podcast action - and you're more than welcome to it!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/10/2128m 56s

Japan's Obscene Nazi Themed Host Club

Unspeakably tasteless host clubs and the very best Finish confectionary - it must be the Abroad In Japan podcast!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages and rude daubings! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/10/2131m 37s

Have We Ever Experienced a Volcanic Eruption in Japan?

Rumblings, deep within - and it's not Chris' stomach after a mountain of karaage - it's the AIJ mega-pod!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/10/2127m 45s

Kyoto Ramen Shop Bans Youtubers FOREVER

"SD card outta my sushi!" Pete and Chris return to the scene of the ramen crime once more - and if you'd like to get in touch with the show, hit us up on abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/10/2126m 20s

How Japanese Locals Avoid Talking to Foreigners (An Ingenious Tactic)

Pete and Chris are back for another stellar AIJ pod pod! Thanks to listener Oscar for creating a glorious bit of musical loveliness for the pod!Check out Oscar's fantastic Hard-Off tribute to all things AIJ - https://soundcloud.com/oscastyle/sets/abroad-in-japan-podcast-tributeAnd of course abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/10/2133m 21s

Speaking Japanese with a heavy accent

Pete returns from his holiday, and the boys are spotted out on the open road as they cause fender benders the length and breadth of America.AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get your questions in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/10/2131m 50s

The REAL Reason Japanese People Don't Sit Beside You

Sharla and Chris are here with another cracking pod pod for your ear ears! Find out why people won't sit next to you on the train.Good job Pete wasn't on this show - he'd probably be talking about his poor personal hygiene and blowoffs. He'll be back on Wednesday!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, questions and rude daubings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/10/2135m 25s

Why You Should Travel Japan on $1000 a Week | Feat. American Pete

Pete (not that one) is back with Chrissy B for another chat about what it's like to traverse Japan with limited funds!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/09/2139m 20s

10 Years of Hell Teaching English in Japan | Feat. American Pete

Pete's off on his holidays for a week, so in his his absence Chris has bagged himself a much improved Pete from over the pond! And he's had a crazy decade in Japan...abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to say hello on the pod... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/09/2157m 27s

Japan Says Goodbye to the Last Double Decker Shinkansen!

But will they replace it with a TRIPLE DECKER TRAIN?!Chris will be back on Sunday, with an extra special guest...in the meantime though, abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/09/2125m 10s

Chris' New Favourite Japanese Dish | Oyakodon

It makes perfect sense, when you think about it...Pete and Chris will be back on Wednesday, beatin' them eggs, eatin' them chickens, and generally having a wild old time!But in the meantime - do drop us a line, abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/09/2130m 41s

Japan's UFO Sightings on the Rise

It's the podcast! And...oooh, you're quite welcome to it.abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to send Chris a wee message, or forever hold your peace! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/09/2131m 25s

Why Sushi and Alcohol is a Dangerous Mix (Avoid it)

Fish and StrongZero, together at last!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, drawings and love songs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/09/2133m 0s

Our Strangest Animal Encounters in Japan

AbroadInJapanpodcast@gmail.com if you've ever seen an ostrich in an onsen, or eleven penguins in a seven eleven! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/09/2125m 2s

Why Japan's Love Hotels Are Disguising Themselves as Real Hotels

For fun, and profit presumably!Pete and Chris will be back on Wednesday for another dose of weird Japan - but in the meantime get your questions and tall tales in at abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/09/2139m 0s

How Tokyo's Robot Cafe is Changing Lives

More pepper, please!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to chuck over your questions, comments and everything else that piques your interest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/09/2128m 10s

The Russian Man Who Swam to Japan to Start Over

And could swimming into Japan be our only option this year?abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com to say hello! And we love it when you do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/08/2130m 20s

How a Japanese Firm Powers 170 Trucks with Ramen

Why don't they just cut out the middle man and put diesel in the ramen?AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your emailz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/08/2132m 34s

Chris Has FINALLY Visited all of Japan's 47 Prefectures

But has he eaten ramen in every last one?Thanks again for listening to the Abroad In Japan podcast - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your chitter-chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/08/2139m 42s

Why Getting Medication in Japan is a Nightmare

Give us that sweeeeeet くすり!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your chitterchat, guttersnipin' and bellyachin'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/08/2133m 56s

How We're Going to Make Natsuki Rich

Let's face it, he'll only spend it on ciggies.abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your messages and Natsuki birthday prose! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/08/2128m 23s

The Biggest Problem with Tokyo's Trains

Too many Natsuki's in them! Eating ham and drinking beer.abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all ya hollerin' and ya natterin'! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/08/2131m 58s

Why Japanese Taxis are the Best in the World (Mostly)

https://youtu.be/T04kFJe56WU - Gonna get a taxi, taxi!abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for all your emails and messages and drawings and poems! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/08/2131m 53s

Why Not to Get Drunk while Flying Drones in Japan

abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com for your messages and drone tips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/08/2138m 48s
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