139 episodes
Sightseeing Japan Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin
-
- Society & Culture
-
-
5.0 • 7 Ratings
-
Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.
-
Akihabara
Topics Covered:
History
Electronics (e.g. Yodobashi Akiba, BicCamera AKIBA)
Arcades (e.g. Namco Akihabara)
Anime Shops (e.g. Akihabara Kotobukiya, Mandarake)
Computer Shops (e.g. Tsukumo PC Honten)
Maid Cafes (e.g. Maidreamin)
Akihabara Dear Stage
Little TGV
Akihabara Gachapon Hall
2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan
Yusha Kobo Keyboard Specialty Shop
Komaki Shokudo
Bars (Game Bar A-Button, Beer Pong Bar Grove, Hitachino Brewing Lab, Low-Non-Bar)
Weird Vending Machine Corner
Karaoke
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon! -
Day Trips from Tokyo
Tokyo has all sorts of attractions to offer, but venturing outside the bustling city for a day trip can unveil another side of Japan. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many diverse experiences that can be had just beyond Tokyo’s borders!
Topics Covered:
Kamakura and Enoshima (Ep72)
Kawagoe (Ep46)
Nikko (Ep80)
Mt. Fuji (Ep10, also mentioned Arakurayama Sengen Park)
Amusement Parks (Ep 94)
Mt. Takao (Ep 119)
Utsunomiya
Hakone
Odawara
Omiya
Yokohama
Chiba
Shizuoka
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon! -
Mental Health
Mental health issues are part of the human experience, and Japan is not immune to the complexities and struggles that individuals face. Join Jason and Paul as they delve into some of the mental health concerns and social challenges that have gained attention in modern Japan.
Topics Covered:
History
Suicide
Karoshi
Hikikomori
Kodokushi
Gomi Yashiki
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon! -
The City of Sapporo
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is considered by many to be the most attractive city in Japan. As one of the snowiest cities in the world, it is also home to an extremely popular snow festival. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many things to see and do in Sapporo!
Topics Covered:
History
Central: Kani Honke — Sapporo Clock Tower — Odori Park — Tanukikoji Shopping Street — Nijo Market — Susukino — Ganso Ramen Yokocho — Sapporo Factory — Sapporo Beer Museum/Beer Garden
Northeast: Moerenuma Park
Southwest: Mount Moiwa
Northwest: Sapporo Crab Market — Shiroi Koibito Park — Sapporo Tiene Ski Resort
Southeast: Historical Village of Hokkaido — Hokkaido Museum
Day Trips: Otaru — Jozankei
Festivals: Snow Festival — Lilac Festival — Yosakoi Soran Festival — Autumn Festival — Christmas Market
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon! -
Red-Light Districts
Japan’s red-light districts have evolved over the centuries, but even today they offer a complex tapestry of nightlife, entertainment, and cultural nuances. Join Jason and Paul as they delve into the intriguing history, vibrant present, and often overlooked stories of Japan’s adult entertainment hubs.
Topics Covered:
History
Types of Establishments
Safety
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon! -
Train Stations
Japan’s train stations are so much more than mere transit hubs. They also offer shopping, dining, cutting-edge technology, and a glimpse into national and local cultures! Japan is even home to the busiest train station in the world. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many facets of these iconic transportation centers.
Topics Covered:
History
Sights and Sounds
Notable Train Stations
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon!
Customer Reviews
Highly Recommended
I’m always impressed by the depth of research Jason and Paul have done before creating each of their episodes, which you can tell by listening to their conversations that are very informative and engaging. I love how the two hosts share their views and findings to each other in a friendly and laid-back approach, which is welcoming and makes it easy to listen to even for people who are new to Japan. They also dig into the history and contexts of each topic and care about the details, which really shows their passion for Japan. I highly recommend Sightseeing Japan for anyone who would like to familiarise themselves with a variety of things Japan has to offer!
Very fun and informative
I'm a listener from Japan and I love this show! Jason and Paul are both very good researchers with great passion for Japan and a good sense of humor which I always greatly enjoy listening to. Every episode has been so fun and informative I actually put some places they talked about on my travel bucket list. They definitely know more Japanese history and geography than I do. Keep up the awesome work!
Praying for the day we'll all be able to travel around the world and you guys can come to Japan again.