On Japan Time

Jordan Rolfe Johnson & Michael Alan Larsen
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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In our weekly podcast, we discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. We also feature some English tips for non-native English speakers.  Follow us on Instagram and Twitter for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime   Twitter: www.twitter.com/onjapantime   Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 26/03/2025

    80. The Artful End

    In their final episode, Michael and Jordan talk about art in Japan, including a discussion of wabi-sabi, different forms of personal expression, and how one can find true bliss. We would both like to thank all of you for listening to our weekly show for the past year and a half. If you want On Japan Time to return, please DO send us a message on Instagram and make your opinion/voice heard. If enough people reach out to us, we may be able to continue. For now, however, On Japan Time will be indefinitely suspended. Thanks again and take care of yourself! Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  2. 19/03/2025

    79. Gambling in Japan

    In this episode, Michael and Jordan talk about their experiences with gambling in the US and Japan, how the two are different, and discuss the legal and semi-legal forms of gambling that are extremely popular in Japan. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  3. 12/03/2025

    78. Video Games

    In this episode, Michael and Jordan talk about their experiences with video games, their favorite games and consoles, and consider a subjective list of the 10 most impactful video games of all time. How many do you think were made in Japan? Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  4. 05/03/2025

    77. All about senbei (rice crackers)

    In what might be their most ridiculous episode yet, Michael and Jordan talk about all things senbei (煎餅) before eating a bunch live on air (in a quasi-ASMR segment!?). Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  5. 26/02/2025

    76. Grocery stores in Japan

    Michael and Jordan talk about the different kinds of grocery stores in Japan, the products that are sold in US and Japanese stores, the shift to self-checkout (including a hot take from Jordan!), and the joy of getting ready-made meals at half price right before closing time. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  6. 19/02/2025

    75. Getting a haircut in Japan

    Michael and Jordan talk about what it's like to get a haircut in both the US and Japan, including the different styles one can get, important vocabulary for a men's haircut, and things that shocked them about getting a haircut in Japan. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    74. Japanese Cemeteries and Family Graves

    Michael and Jordan talk about cemeteries in Japan, what a family grave is like, and the different events/ceremonies associated with a family's grave site. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  8. 05/02/2025

    73. Funerals in Japan

    Michael and Jordan talk about a bit of sad topic this time: funerals. Jordan walks Michael through the steps of the funeral, outlines the heart-wrenching cremation process, and shares his experience attending a funeral in Japan. Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more! Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode. On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In our weekly podcast, we discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. We also feature some English tips for non-native English speakers.  Follow us on Instagram and Twitter for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/onjapantime   Twitter: www.twitter.com/onjapantime   Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Jordan Rolfe Johnson & Michael Alan Larsen
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jordan Rolfe Johnson & Michael Alan Larsen
  • Show Website
    On Japan Time