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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.

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Episodes

This Hidden Region in Japan Won Best Global Location 2026

The Abroad In Japan podcast: Japan's best kept secret. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - and if you fancy a bit more Yamagata: A Day at Yamadera Mountain Temple (Sharla) and I Survived Japan's Snowiest Town ⛩️ Winter Road Trip (Chris) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9ENLxO4wNE and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDUVG1gR6rI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 03, 2025•28 min

Why Are Tourists in Japan Changing Their Spending Habits?

Labubus. They've all discovered Labubus so they're drinking tap water and eating crisps so that they can concentrate on their 'Bu's. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - and we'll meet you back here on Monday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2025•26 min

Trump Arrives in Japan to Declare Golden Age for Alliance

And Chris can't get into his studio for all the black hawks! (And Black Hawks) AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - we'll be back on Friday for more from the lads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 2025•33 min

9 Interesting Facts about Japan YOU Need to Know!

Chris and Pete have been struck down by the lurgy, so here's a slice of 2018 from the archives - back when Chris couldn't do links to save his life! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've ever set off a Roomba for a laugh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 2025•28 min

Asahi Runs Super Dry After Cyber Attack

Just a couple of human guys, trying to get sora to make a Natsuki Aso breakdance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 2025•31 min

What one sushi company is doing to attract YOU!

Pete and Chris will be back soon enough once one of them returns from his actual holiday (it's Pete, this time) and in the meantime, we thought we'd go back to 2019 for a little bit of stompy tokyo fun! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 09, 2025•24 min

Why NOT to Waste Food in Japan

Always a hot button issue, how does one hide rice in one's pocket? Get your tips in - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 2025•35 min

Japan Breaks Record: Nearly 100,000 People Aged Over 100!

100k served, and he won't even take home the bauble. Outrageous! Chris will be back in Tokyo shortly, and you'll hear about his jounrey on the next Abroad In Japan podcast next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 2025•31 min

How This Virus is Spreading Across Japan!

Don't pet the deer! Bow solemnly, and drink from your Coolish packet deeply, but don't touch their furry pelt! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for your messages, gerrem' in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 2025•27 min

Fake Astronaut Scams Japanese Woman Out of $6,700

"I don't care where he says he is, he's getting astro-nowt from me!" - Our mothers AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages, ideas, and plans for world domination... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 2025•31 min

Abroad In Japan: Q&A - Starting a Business in Japan!

Any hints and tips for better surfing or IKEA kitchen maintenance, get in touch with Sharla and Chris: AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 2025•23 min

Chris & Sharla Reveal Tokyo's Top Spots!

37 million people - but what's their favourite ramen spot? Sharla and Chris are here to reveal all! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 08, 2025•34 min

How McDonald’s Pokémon Promotion Went Terribly Wrong

We haven't seen this level of food waste since the Halloween McNugget Buddies. If you've been hurt by a Pokemon that wasn't your fault, get in touch: AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 04, 2025•24 min

Why This Japanese City Wants to Cap Your Phone Usage...

Only Chris Broad content allowed in your allotted two hour phone time. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 28, 2025•30 min

Chris Escapes Japan: Back in the UK!

Chris and Pete, and their respective arms... in the same room! BAH GAWD! AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages. Get involved, Trev. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 2025•39 min

Should you head for Kyoto?

"The problem with Nara is it's simply too deer." 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 21, 2025•24 min

Why Chris Deleted a Section of His Youtube Video!

Probably because it contained trace amount of Pete, I bet... 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 2025•27 min

High winds on a perilous Japanese ropeway!

Look after yourselves, and each other: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 11, 2025•27 min

Why Travelling Japan Just Got More Expensive!

And do check out Chris' steak dinner. He clearly loves Sharla more than Connor: https://youtu.be/exHkSFxqEzk?si=NxLYR-PqL4C0n9SF 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 07, 2025•19 min

Japan Prepares to Deploy Long-Range Missiles in Kumamoto

I'm sure the bakery story was just as explosive... AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com is how you can get your stories and questions on the pod - so get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 04, 2025•22 min

The Right Wing Party Shaking up Japanese Politics!

"Hey, we're just like the Waltons. We're praying for an end to the Depression too!" - Bart Simpson Pete and Chris will return same time this Monday - but for now, send us a message about literally anything you fancy - abroadinjapanpodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 31, 2025•37 min
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