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Abroad in Japan

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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What to do if you don't make the JET programme! 21.07.2025 29:14

Maybe you could return coated to the gills in ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE next time! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, gerrem in! Oh yes, and do fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Ab...

Ramen Shop Sparks Backlash with 20-Minute Eating Rule! 17.07.2025 29:01

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - so please do! Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for ne...

900 earthquakes in two weeks - when is it time to leave? 14.07.2025 31:00

Just one night off for the Tokara islanders would be nice! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to say hello - so please do! Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devote...

Your shortcut to a Japanese visa! 10.07.2025 35:12

Any tips to escape the heat? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for ne...

Could A Japanese Diet Erase Depression? 07.07.2025 22:21

Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Drunk Tourist Damages Iconic Kyoto Temple! 03.07.2025 22:34

Japan - a country in decline? 30.06.2025 37:05

Are foreigners about to pay more in Japan? 26.06.2025 34:05

AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've been the victim of dual pricing practices! Are you cool with it? Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most...

Do Your Japanese Hotel Bookings Really Exist? 23.06.2025 38:46

If you've fallen foul of a wobbly hotel booking or two - do let us know - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most...

Back in time: On The Brink In Sapporo! 19.06.2025 36:39

Chris and Pete will return this Monday for a debrief on Chris' super secret mission, and probably a load of Alex James from Blur chat too - in the meantime here's a rather interesting slice of Abroad In Japan history! Mere weeks before Japan closed down for nigh on two years to tourists, Chris and Pete shared a hotel room in Sapporo and recorded a podcast. And here's another chance to hear it! Ple...

Tokyo’s Fake Fortune Tellers Arrested After Conning Victims $347,000 16.06.2025 27:45

Con me once, shame on you. Con me twice... Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice...

Japan’s ‘Bumping Men’ Getting Physical At Train Stations 12.06.2025 29:35

Would you bump uglies with a man in a black tee? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the wor...

Almost 50% of Japanese Fooled by Misinformation! 09.06.2025 26:08

And that's why good data is important - here's the survey - where YOU CAN WIN A PS5: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Major disaster leads to fallout fertiliser! 05.06.2025 33:29

Would you stop and smell the roses in some moody soil? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get in touch! Link to win a brand new PS5: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Asian Tourists Cancelling Trips to Japan Over Unsettling Reason 02.06.2025 30:19

If you've been damaged by a prediction that wasn't your fault, our operators are waiting for your call. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages! Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did a Tourist in Shibuya Get Scammed $200? 29.05.2025 27:58

Has anyone ever really enjoyed a Shisha lounge? It's the cheap plastic sofas, we swear! Burn marks and ash based problems? Get in touch - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Has Nasty Surprise in Tokyo Store 25.05.2025 20:22

I've been a nasty store, nasty...I've been a nasty store, nasty! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever been damaged in a Muji. Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to Spend Your First Jet Lagged Day in Tokyo 22.05.2025 30:42

I bet Paul Newman wouldn't fall asleep in a karaoke booth. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages - do get in touch! Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Worst Things About Travelling in Japan... Revealed! 19.05.2025 24:12

Chris and Pete 'survey' all the news from Japan this week! Pete will be back in his studio on Thursday and in the meantime why don't you have a big ol' email - AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tourist Shocked to Find Stranger Under Japanese Hotel Bed 15.05.2025 24:27

Foul, foul stuff indeed. Don't have nightmares, or miss the next instalment of the Abroad In Japan podcast, this Monday! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your dispatches, or awful stories of weirdos! Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Raw Chicken Sashimi really tastes like! 12.05.2025 28:31

Pull up a seat, let's bloody eat! It's the Abroad In Japan Podcast, cooked medium rare... AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages! Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Japan’s Busiest Bullet Train Route Halted by Snake! 08.05.2025 33:34

Trains: just big bloody metal snakes, baby! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages for young Christopher... Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Foolish Hiker Rescued from Mount Fuji Twice in One Week! 05.05.2025 32:58

At this point, you simply have to say the man is an idiot. Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris & Connor Survive the 1,500km Cyclethon & Raise Over $1 Million! 01.05.2025 40:27

And did Chris experience them getting over the 1 million mark? No, no he didn't. Because his bladder is just toooo important. Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in time: Seoul vs Tokyo! 28.04.2025 58:57

Chris and Pete will return on Thursday for a full debrief on the charity record destroying cyclothon - so make sure you meet us back here for that. For todays show, we thought we'd remind ourselves of the before times, and show that was recorded after Pete and Chris had just that second returned from Korea, so decided a K-pop special was in order! (Pop = population.) Do get in touch via AbroadInJa...