Voices in Japan

The Big Fat Quiz 2024!!

20 Questions. 1 Winner.  On our last episode for the year Matt tests the wit of Ben & Burke. We look at Japan over the year and talk about the major things that have affected and changed in Japan, plus discussing the main headlines that hit Japan. Join us and thank you to all our listeners.  How much do you know about Japan and can you beat their score?? Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij [https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij] Bearfoot Bar Located in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar [https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar] Hokkaido Guide Established over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.com [https://hokkaidoguide.com/] The Red House  A restaurant located in the heart of Rusutsu Ski Resort, just cross the main road and it’s behind the Seicomart Convenience store. The restaurant features western style dishes, including vegetarian dishes. Open winter and summer, 12-3pm for lunch, 5-9pm for dinner.https://theredhouse.jp/ [https://theredhouse.jp/] Rusutsu Lodges Open all year round. Located 5 minutes walk to the main Rusutsu Ski Resort Gondola. There are Japanese, Western, and apartment style rooms with breakfast packages available. There’s a Japanese sento (public bath), two convenience stores less than a minute walk, ski room and tune up tables, plenty of free parking space, and summer BBQ packages available. Check out the website for more information and availability. http://rusutsulodges.com [http://rusutsulodges.com/] Use our Buzzsprout affiliate link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=212561] to start your podcast today!   Website: https://www.voicesinjapan.com/ [https://www.voicesinjapan.com/] Follow us and check out our other content: https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast [https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast] https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan [https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan] https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/] https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/] Get in touch: voicesinjapan@gmail.com [voicesinjapan@gmail.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US]

Japan’s Lesser-Known Souvenirs You’ll Love

Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and bonus material at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan [https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan] Burke, Matt, and Ben dive into some of Japan's lesser-known souvenirs [https://www.reddit.com/r/JapanTravelTips/comments/1aq5qx3/what_are_the_lesser_known_things_to_buy_when_in/?rdt=34837] that go beyond the usual skincare, tea, and candy. From limited-edition watches and ceramics to iconic sukajan jackets and high-quality nail clippers, we explore unique items that make for unforgettable mementos. Plus, discover hidden gems like exclusive stationary, prescription glasses, and toys. Whether you're a first-time traveler or a seasoned visitor, this episode will inspire you to shop off the beaten path in Japan! Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij [https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij] Bearfoot Bar Located in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar [https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar] Hokkaido Guide Established over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.com [https://hokkaidoguide.com] The Red House  A restaurant located in the heart of Rusutsu Ski Resort, just cross the main road and it’s behind the Seicomart Convenience store. The restaurant features western style dishes, including vegetarian dishes. Open winter and summer, 12-3pm for lunch, 5-9pm for dinner.https://theredhouse.jp/ [https://theredhouse.jp/] Rusutsu Lodges Open all year round. Located 5 minutes walk to the main Rusutsu Ski Resort Gondola. There are Japanese, Western, and apartment style rooms with breakfast packages available. There’s a Japanese sento (public bath), two convenience stores less than a minute walk, ski room and tune up tables, plenty of free parking space, and summer BBQ packages available. Check out the website for more information and availability. http://rusutsulodges.com [http://rusutsulodges.com/] Use our Buzzsprout affiliate link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=212561] to start your podcast today!   Website: https://www.voicesinjapan.com/ [https://www.voicesinjapan.com/] Follow us and check out our other content: https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast [https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast] https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan [https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan] https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/] https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/] Get in touch: voicesinjapan@gmail.com [voicesinjapan@gmail.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US]

The Best Onsens in Hokkaido!

Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and bonus material at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan [https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan] On this episode the lads quickly look at the top Japanese word for 2024! And for the main topic, they look at some of the best open air onsens to visit in Hokkaido. This top ten list takes you all over Hokkaido from the popular areas of Jozankei and Norboribetsu to some more obscure locations around this prefecture! A must listen for those who wish to visit Hokkaido, or for those already living here.  Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij [https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij] Bearfoot Bar Located in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar [https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar] Hokkaido Guide Established over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.com [https://hokkaidoguide.com/] The Red House  A restaurant located in the heart of Rusutsu Ski Resort. It's just cross from the main road and it’s behind the Seicomart Convenience store. This restaurant features some western style dishes, and some Japanese cuisine. The extensive menu includes some vegetarian dishes, ramen, hamburgers, plus some mouth watering desserts and much more. Open winter and summer, 12-3pm for lunch, 5-9pm for dinner. https://theredhouse.jp/ [https://theredhouse.jp/] Rusutsu Lodges Open all year round. Located 5 minutes walk to the main Rusutsu Ski Resort Gondola. There are Japanese, Western, and apartment style rooms with breakfast packages available. There’s a Japanese sento (public bath), two convenience stores less than a minute walk, ski room and tune up tables, plenty of free parking space, and summer BBQ packages available. Check out the website for more information and availability. http://rusutsulodges.com [http://rusutsulodges.com/] Use our Buzzsprout affiliate link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=212561] to start your podcast today! Website: https://www.voicesinjapan.com/ [https://www.voicesinjapan.com/] Follow us and check out our other content: https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast [https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast] https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan [https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan] https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/] https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/] Get in touch: voicesinjapan@g [voicesinjapan@gmail.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US]

Arcades, Gaming and Entertainment in Japan

Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and bonus material at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan [https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan] Burke, Matt, and Ben dive into the vibrant world of Japanese arcades [https://www.kanpai-japan.com/japan-lifestyle/gaming-entertainment] and indoor entertainment. From the thrill (and frustration) of crane games with irresistible prizes to the intense, skill-based rhythm games that keep players coming back for more, they explore it all. Discover “purikura” photo booths where you can transform into your most kawaii self, and hear their takes on other popular spots like batting cages, darts bars, bowling alleys, and virtual reality centers. [https://www.uploadvr.com/the-best-vr-experiences-in-tokyo-and-across-japan/] Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij [https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij] Bearfoot Bar Located in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar [https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar] Hokkaido Guide Established over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.com [https://hokkaidoguide.com] The Red House  A restaurant located in the heart of Rusutsu Ski Resort, just cross the main road and it’s behind the Seicomart Convenience store. The restaurant features western style dishes, including vegetarian dishes. Open winter and summer, 12-3pm for lunch, 5-9pm for dinner. https://theredhouse.jp/ [https://theredhouse.jp/] Rusutsu Lodges Open all year round. Located 5 minutes walk to the main Rusutsu Ski Resort Gondola. There are Japanese, Western, and apartment style rooms with breakfast packages available. There’s a Japanese sento (public bath), two convenience stores less than a minute walk, ski room and tune up tables, plenty of free parking space, and summer BBQ packages available. Check out the website for more information and availability. http://rusutsulodges.com [http://rusutsulodges.com/] Use our Buzzsprout affiliate link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=212561] to start your podcast today! Website: https://www.voicesinjapan.com/ [https://www.voicesinjapan.com/] Follow us and check out our other content: https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast [https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast] https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan [https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan] https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/] https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/] Get in touch: voicesinjapan@g [voicesinjapan@gmail.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US]

Top 2024 Winter Activities for Japan and Hokkaido!

Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and bonus material at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan [https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan] Winter snow accumulation and the winter season is coming very soon for many parts of Japan, so we reviewed the top winter activities to enjoy! Those include visiting picturesque winter villages like Shirakawa-go, skiing and snowmobiling in Furano, walking on drift ice and dipping in the Okhotsk Sea of Hokkaido, and much more! Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one, guided, gamified Japanese learning experience with the aim to take you all the way from absolute beginner to language mastery, and the best part is you can start anywhere! https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij [https://marumori.io/register?rcode=vij] Bearfoot Bar Located in downtown Sapporo, walking distance from the subway station. There are a variety of Japanese made local and craft beers, bottled and on tap. 21 different sorts of international beers. A wide range of regular and unique spirits and basic cocktails also available. Burgers and pub style snacks. With friendly English and Japanese speaking staff.  https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar [https://www.facebook.com/bearfootbar] Hokkaido Guide Established over 10 years ago, written by locals for locals and international tourists. The guide contains information on all types of businesses and locations around Hokkaido. There's information regarding all things Hokkaido such as sightseeing, nightlife, events, services, food and restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. Currently offered in English and Thai, advertising space available. Check out website for everything you need to know about this beautiful prefecture. https://hokkaidoguide.com [https://hokkaidoguide.com/] The Red House  A restaurant located in the heart of Rusutsu Ski Resort, just cross the main road and it’s behind the Seicomart Convenience store. The restaurant features western style dishes, including vegetarian dishes. Open winter and summer, 12-3pm for lunch, 5-9pm for dinner. https://theredhouse.jp/ [https://theredhouse.jp/] Use our Buzzsprout affiliate link [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=212561] to start your podcast today!   Website: https://www.voicesinjapan.com/ [https://www.voicesinjapan.com/] Follow us and check out our other content: https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast [https://youtube.com/@voicesinjapanpodcast] https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan [https://twitter.com/voicesinjapan] https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.facebook.com/voicesinjapan/] https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/ [https://www.instagram.com/voicesinjapan/] Get in touch:  voicesinjapan@gmail.com [voicesinjapan@gmail.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/VoicesInJapan?country.x=JP&locale.x=en_US]