Made in Japan-- Conversations with Meljo Catalan Meljo Catalan

Warning:  Do not listen to this episode on an empty stomach.  Meet Jeremy, a born and raised New Yorker, reggae head, and former Brooklyn based record store owner.  Along with his wife Maiko, opened “Freeman Shokudo” in a quaint yet hip neighborhood in Shibuya city ward.  Specializing in barbecue, pastrami sandwiches, falafel and whatever Jeremy feels like smoking or pickling, I get the sense this is the kind of establishment that helps accentuate if not revitalize a local community.  This is a story of Jeremy, Maiko and their family taking a huge risk of leaving what they had in New York to bring his passion  of barbecue to Tokyo.  With help along the way as well as awkward yet funny circumstances, the restaurant works. In my opinion, it will continue to thrive.



You can follow Freeman Shokudo on FB and IG : @freemanshokudo











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Welcome to the first episode of my series, “Made (and Served) in Japan”, which I will showcase restaurateurs, cafe/bar owners and any small business establishment in the hospitality industry in Japan. To kick off, meet Thomas, chef and co-owner to a popular bar/brewery in the trendy neighborhood of Shimokitazawa, Tokyo. Coaster Tokyo attracts both locals and foreigners visiting Japan with a variety of party events while showcasing their own microbeer, Kaigan Brewery. Thomas brings his own arsenal of delicious comfort food which keeps customers coming back for more. It is an inspiring story of 8 friends gathering and sharing a vision. French Avengers Assemble!

You can find Coaster Tokyo and Kaigan Brewery on IG here: @coastertokyo @kaigan_brewery
For more info on the Nakameguro Taproom and other Baird Beer taprooms, please visit: http://Bairdbeer.com/


To donate and buy drinks for the guests of my podcast:

https://ko-fi.com/madeinjapanpodcast

IG & FB: @madeinjapanpodcast

Email: japanmademepodcast@gmail.com

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Mel finally sits down with one of the most intriguing and unabashed guests of this podcast.   Meet Felisia,  who’s been creating content based on her ever-evolving journey of life with and without Japan.  As an outlet, her platform quickly became a conduit for her fans to embrace self-acceptance.  Felisia is a testament for those seeking a life outside their home country that there is pain; but through struggle and ambition, everything will be ok.

You can feel Felisia’s vibe on Instagram:  @iamfelisiag


For more info on the Nakameguro Taproom and other Baird Beer taprooms, please visit:  http://Bairdbeer.com/

To donate and buy drinks for the guests  of my podcast:

https://ko-fi.com/madeinjapanpodcast

IG & FB:  @madeinjapanpodcast

Email:  japanmademepodcast@gmail.com

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Fire fights fire,  iron sharpens iron and in our darkest hour, talent has the potential to be unleashed.  Meet Lisa, a recent transplant to Japan who didn’t waste a moment during the outbreak of Covid to capture through photos what the average Japanophile dream to encapsulate life in the streets and nature of Japan.  Currently the Digital Content Director at Tokyo Weekender, Lisa is just getting started in capturing the everyday moments and cinematic landscape this country has to offer.  After having chillout chat before she heads out to one of her recent gallery exhibitions, my presumptions were confirmed.  She is a force that will benefit other aspiring shutterbugs as well as conduit for attracting curious foreigners to the lesser known parts and their communities. 


You can see all of Lisa’s work on Instagram:  @lisainjapan


For more info on the Nakameguro Taproom and other Baird Beer taprooms, please visit:  http://Bairdbeer.com/


To donate and buy drinks for the guests  of my podcast:

https://ko-fi.com/madeinjapanpodcast

IG & FB:  @madeinjapanpodcast

Email:  japanmademepodcast@gmail.com

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It’s been awhile MIJ listeners! After attending the 15th anniversary of the Nakameguro taproom , I decided to revisit one of my first episodes of this podcast to give it a little polish and have new listeners know about Baird Beer, one of the pioneers of Japan based craft beer. It’s still one of my favorite chats I’ve had on this pod and for new listeners, I hope you feel it too.

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Email:  japanmademepodcast@gmail.com

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“It’s a fairytale “, according to my friend, DJ aka DTD, an artist who developed and prospered in the Atlanta, Georgia art scene who eventually brought his talents to the Tokyo jungle.  His quick strides into the local community brought my attention to his art and most importantly his passion.  I appreciate DJ taking his time to share his story as he will undoubtedly make his mark in Japan.


For commissions or checking out DTD, please visit his Instagram:  whoisdtd

For more info on the Nakameguro Taproom and other Baird Beer taprooms, please visit:  http://Bairdbeer.com/

To donate and buy drinks for the guests  of my podcast:

https://ko-fi.com/madeinjapanpodcast

IG & FB:  madeinjapanpodcast

Email:  japanmademepodcast@gmail.com


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