ABNRML JAPAN Ash & Bree

We discuss the legend of the first foreign-born Samurai in Japan, Yasuke. Thanks for tuning in!

   

TIME CODES
02:55 Topic Introduction
04:10 Who Yasuke was and what led him to Japan
10:22 When he rose to prevalence in Japan, where he resided, and how Japanese people felt about him
20:53 Why his legend is so captivating
27:26 Upcoming and current story adaptations via film, series, and more.



You may also like this episode: "The Yuki Onna (Snow Woman) Urban Legend"


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We react to common romance norms, discuss amatonormativity, and cap it off with trendy Valentine foods in Japan this year. Tune in for a laidback discussion.

   

TIME CODES 
01:35 Listener Question: Favorite Japanese Dessert 
03:17 Topic Introduction: Romance Norms 
13:15 “13 Tips to Make a Good Relationship Great” 
28:04 “Unhealthy Social Norms for Relationships" 
46:26 “5 Ways Amatonormativity Sets Harmful Relationship Norms for us all" 
50:32 Closer Convo: Trendy Valentine Food Trends in Japan



You may also like this episode: Non-Binary in Japan: X-Gender Xジェンダー


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Turtle Time By Verified Picasso
Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso 

 

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We discuss the creative lifestyle, pressures, imposter syndrome, tips, and more. Tune in for a laidback discussion.

   

TIME CODES
01:35 Podcast Updates 
03:17 Topic Introduction: Creative Lifestyle, Mediums, & Goals 
13:15 Pressures, Downsides, Imposter Syndrome 
28:04 Techniques to cope with IS 
46:26 Upsides and Personal Benefits 
50:32 Tips for easier Creative Output
57:06 Closer Convo Segment: Japanese Conbini Storytime & Coronavirus


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Does it Float? By Otis McDonald
Turtle Time By Verified Picasso 
Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso

 

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The Yuki Onna, a supernatural snow spirit, often described as a beautiful woman who floats throughout snowy nights and mountains looking for lost travelers to prey on. We talk about her origin and legends across Japan. We also review the 1965 film Kwaidan: Japanese Ghost Anthology of the Yuki Onna and the 2016 Yuki Onna film at the end of the episode. Thanks for tuning in!

   

TIME CODES
02:01 Listener Question: Fave Anime Series 
07:35 Topic Introduction 
09:19 Part 1- Yuki Onna’s Origin 
15:19 Part 2- Her Legends Across Japan 
36:53 Yuki Onna in Popular Culture 
42:44 Closer Convo: 1965 / 2016 Yuki Onna Movie Reviews



You may also like this episode: "9 Japanese Urban Legends"


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Does it Float? By Otis McDonald
Spoops By STRYSTYL 
Turtle Time By Verified Picasso 
Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso 

 

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These crime cases still contain some mystery 'til this day, tune in to hear the wicked details of the Poisoned Milk in Saitama Prefecture (1960) and the Paraquat Vending Machine Poisonings throughout Japan (1985). Content Warning: Mentions of suicide and death. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised. 

   

TIME CODES
02:00 Listener Question Segment 
03:50 Topic Introduction 
05:42 Part 1- Pesticide Milk Murders 
25:47 Part 2- Vending Machine Paraquat Poisonings 
39:39 Closer Convo Segment 



Another true crime in Japan episode: "Kobe School Killer"


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Does it Float? By Otis McDonald
Spoops By STRYSTYL 
Turtle Time By Verified Picasso 
Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso 

 

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We talk about the differences of New Years traditions and the culture of “New Year, New Me.” Thanks for tuning in!



TIME CODES 
05:05 Listener Question Segment 
09:45 Topic Introduction 
16:21 Popular Resolution Practices 
22:45 “New Year, New Me” Culture 
30:06 Traditions in Japan vs America 
45:12 Resolution Regrets 
54:45 2020 Intentions 
1:00:32 Closer Convo Segment 



You may also like this episode: "Holidays Abroad & Mental Health"


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Does it Float? By Otis McDonald
Turtle Time By Verified Picasso 
Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso 

 

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