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Join us as we explore topics from Japanese history, culture, food to current affairs. Made with the help of AI.

  1. Sep 21

    Japanese Humor - Manzai and Beyond

    From the fan-smack punchlines of manzai to centuries-old rakugo tales of servants outwitting their masters, this episode digs into how Japan's comedy stages the very hierarchy it lives under. We ask what happens when a rare joke dares to aim at the powerful instead of just the fool on stage.

  2. Aug 11

    Japanese Craftsmanship - Takumi Spirit

    A Swiss craftsman recently became the first non-Japanese person certified as a traditional swordsmith, a milestone that opens up what Japan's shokunin spirit of craftsmanship really means today.

  3. 07/10/2025

    Japanese Cinema - From Kurosawa to Ghibli

    We Explore the history of Japanese cinema, major directors like Akira Kurosawa and Hayao Miyazaki, and the international impact of Japanese film.

  4. 07/08/2025

    Japanese Gardens - Nature as Art

    Join us in this in episode as we delve into Japanese garden design, symbolism, and philosophy. We discuss about Zen rock gardens, tea gardens, and strolling gardens.

  5. 07/06/2025

    Japanese Fashion - From Kimono to Street Style

    We trace the evolution of Japanese fashion, from traditional kimono and yukata to avant-garde and street fashion in places like Harajuku.

  6. 07/04/2025

    Japanese Folklore and Mythology

    Join us in exploring traditional Japanese folklore, mythological creatures (yōkai), Shinto creation myths, and their presence in modern media.

    Japanese Folklore and Mythology

  7. 07/02/2025

    Unique Subcultures - Harajuku, Hikikomori, and More

    We investigate youth and fringe subcultures including Harajuku fashion, hikikomori, maid cafes, visual kei, and Japan’s underground scene.

  8. 06/30/2025

    Language and Communication - More Than Words

    In this episode, we break down key elements of Japanese communication: honorific speech (keigo), non-verbal cues, writing systems, and their cultural implications.

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Join us as we explore topics from Japanese history, culture, food to current affairs. Made with the help of AI.

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  • Creator
    MilkCoffee
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © MilkCoffee
  • Show Website
    Nippon Notes