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Real Issues, Real Voices, Real Japan Podcast by JAPAN Forward editorial team.

  1. 'The Week' Podcast #25, Special Episode: Ishikawa’s Journey of Restoration and Revival (Sponsored)

    11/18/2024

    'The Week' Podcast #25, Special Episode: Ishikawa’s Journey of Restoration and Revival (Sponsored)

    You are the reason JAPAN Forward launched The Week — a podcast for busy people who want to keep abreast of what is going on in Japan, hosted by Arielle Busetto. The podcast is back and we're traveling to Ishikawa to explore the region's recovery after the January 1 earthquake and torrential rains in September. In our 25th episode, we introduce inspiring stories of the many individuals aiding the crested ibis' return to mainland Japan and their tales of hope in the face of adversity.

    9 min
  2. 'The Week' Podcast #24, Special Episode: A Seafood Tour in Ibaraki and Fukushima

    12/20/2023

    'The Week' Podcast #24, Special Episode: A Seafood Tour in Ibaraki and Fukushima

    What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week  podcast is back for a special episode to enjoy Pacific seafood in the northeast of Japan.

    10 min
  3. 'The Week' Podcast #23: Tourists in Japan, Esports and Candy, Badminton Stars

    09/25/2022

    'The Week' Podcast #23: Tourists in Japan, Esports and Candy, Badminton Stars

    You are the reason JAPAN Forward launched The Week, a podcast for busy people who want to keep abreast of Japan’s culture, politics, business, economy and research worlds, and sports. It is hosted by Arielle Busetto. In our 23rd episode, we spotlight Shinzo Abe’s legacy ahead of his state funeral on Tuesday, September 27.  Then we delve into the big announcement of the week, as Japan prepares to reopen borders for tourists from October 11.  In a cultural piece of news, we look into new research showing the relationship between sugar consumption and esports performance.  And in sports, we showcase the dynamic duo in badminton who have achieved new heights on September 20.  Join us wherever you get your podcasts: on Spotify, Apple Music, Google Podcasts, or directly through our website at JAPAN Forward. Reach out and stay in touch on Twitter @ariellebusetto and @JAPAN_Forward_. New podcasts will come out every weekend and remain available for listeners on your own schedule.  We have a library of podcasts available on our landing page, including Real Issues, Real Voices, Real Japan ー in both English and Japanese ー and Sports Talk.  RELATED:  The Abe Legacy: A More Asian Japan, Steering Its Own Course in the World Welcome to Japan: Individual Travelers, Visa Waivers Return for the First Time Since COVID-19 The Japanese American Experience: Great-Grandfather Was a ‘Hostile Alien’ Lessons from a Crisis of Democracy: Narrating the Internment of Japanese Americans Tips to Play and Win at Esports: Eating Candies [ODDS and EVENS] Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi Soar to New Heights in Badminton [Kimono Style] Seeing Red: Creating the Colors of Kimono Author: Arielle Busetto

    8 min
  4. 'The Week’ Podcast #22: Abe's Reforms, China Threats, New Travel Rules

    09/11/2022

    'The Week’ Podcast #22: Abe's Reforms, China Threats, New Travel Rules

    What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week is a podcast that sets out to help you stay informed on news, culture, music and more.

    8 min
  5. ‘The Week’ Podcast #21: Tensions in Tawain, Police Security Revamps, Brad Pitt on a Bullet Train

    09/03/2022

    ‘The Week’ Podcast #21: Tensions in Tawain, Police Security Revamps, Brad Pitt on a Bullet Train

    What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week is a podcast that sets out to help you stay informed on news, culture, music and more.

    8 min
  6. ‘The Week’ Podcast #20: The Nuclear Energy Debate, Softbank Woes, teamLab's New Adventure

    08/31/2022

    ‘The Week’ Podcast #20: The Nuclear Energy Debate, Softbank Woes, teamLab's New Adventure

    What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week is a podcast that sets out to help you stay informed on news, culture, music and more.

    7 min
  7. ‘The Week’ Podcast #19: Discover the New SDGs Website, Awamori Culture, and Mark the End of WWII

    08/22/2022

    ‘The Week’ Podcast #19: Discover the New SDGs Website, Awamori Culture, and Mark the End of WWII

    There’s a new trending website, Japan 2 Earth. Listen in to the podcast as The Week sets out to help you stay informed on this news from Japan and more.

    9 min
  8. ‘The Week’ Podcast #18: Kishida Shuffles Ministers, China Rages Missiles, Remembering Issey Miyake

    08/14/2022

    ‘The Week’ Podcast #18: Kishida Shuffles Ministers, China Rages Missiles, Remembering Issey Miyake

    What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week is a podcast that sets out to help you stay informed on news, culture, music and more.

    7 min
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Real Issues, Real Voices, Real Japan Podcast by JAPAN Forward editorial team.

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  • Creator
    Arielle Busetto
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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