Kanazawa Boogie
In this episode, David and Matt explore Kanazawa, the “Little Kyoto” of the Hokuriku region, and one of Japan’s best-kept … More
Jan 12, 2025
Japan 2.0 - Japanese Subculture
Two guys podcasting about the obscure side of Japan you haven't heard about but probably should.
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Episodes
Hisashiburi
In this episode of Japan 2.O, David and Matt discuss their what they have been up to over the past … More
Aug 06, 2024
Back to Hakuba
In this episode of Japan 2.O, David and Matt discuss their recent snowboarding trip to Hakuba. Song of the Show … More
Feb 11, 2024
Getting Old in Japan
Japan has to be one of the best places in the world to grow old. Is this due to the … More
Nov 24, 2023
Fuji Rock 2023
In this episode of Japan 2.0, David gets redemption on Fuji Rock! This episode features a special guest as well … More
Aug 03, 2023
Getting A Pet In Japan
In this episode of Japan 2.0 the pair discuss Matt's new puppy and what it is like to get a pet in Japan.
Jul 25, 2023
Kushikatsu Tapes
Listen to our homage to the Neojaponisme podcast entitled “The Tonkatsu Tapes” where we evaluate life in Japan now the … More
Jun 11, 2023
Spice Curry
In this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt are back to talk about a style of food that is unique to Japan, which is…curry?!
Apr 23, 2023
Japan Travel Tales – Round 2 and 3
In our last installment of “Travel Tales” we share our final travel experiences during the late 2000s that ultimately lead … More
Jan 08, 2023
Our First Trip to Japan
As the borders are about to open for tourism, we remember back to our first trips to Japan to give … More
Oct 09, 2022
Summer Champloo Pt.2
In part 2 of our Summer Champloo, David and Matt continue their talk about the things that they have got … More
Sep 18, 2022
Summer Champloo Pt.1
In this episode David and Matt talk about the things that they have got up to during their summer vacation.
Aug 13, 2022
Camping in Japan Part 2: David and Matt Finally Go Camping!
It’s been about 6 months since our first camping episode went out and since then, David has caught the camping … More
Jun 20, 2022
Doki Doki Radio – Groove Sounds: In Stereo!
In this bonus episode of Japan 2.0, Matt aka the Uni-Tablist put together his second, all-vinyl groove sounds set. Now in stereo!
May 22, 2022
JAPOW! Snowboarding in Hokkaido
On this episode of Japan 2.0, we cover a bit of city life in Sapporo as well as winter activities. … More
May 04, 2022
Automation (or Death of the Bag of Shame)
On this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt share what they have been up to since the hiatus began before diving into how connivence stores and supermarkets in Japan are becoming automated. We also lament the death of the "bag of shame".
Mar 27, 2022
Getting Robbed in Japan
Hopefully, you never have to go through this topic on your own, but find out what it’s like to get … More
Feb 27, 2022
Our Brief Hiatus
Found out why we’ve been quiet as of late… Song of the Show – Mousou Pager – “Beyond the Old … More
Dec 17, 2021
Camping Culture in Japan
In this episode of Japan 2.0, we discuss what camping culture is like living in Japan. Then we go on … More
Oct 03, 2021
More Women of Japanese Rap
This is a mix was an exclusive track on the physical copies of the Women of Japanese Vol.1 (WJR Vol.1).
Sep 12, 2021
Ugly Cute in Japan
In this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt discuss the prevalence of ugly things that Japanese people also consider … More
Aug 21, 2021
Driving and Buying Cars in Japan
In our follow-up episode to how to get a Japanese driver’s license, we cover the surprising aspects of what it’s … More
Aug 07, 2021
Getting a Driving License in Japan
In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics from getting your motorcycle license with the help of video … More
Jul 25, 2021
Japan’s Limited Time Snacks
n this episode, we go over some of limited timed snacks that pop-up in Japanese markets and convenience stores. Get them while supplies last!
Jul 11, 2021
Regional Food in Japan
In this episode, we go over some of the more well-known regional foods before getting into some of the more … More
Jun 29, 2021
Album Review – Chai “WINK”
In our second Japanese album review, we discuss the band Chai's new album, WINK.
Jun 06, 2021
Album Review – Schadaraparr – “5th Wheel 2 the Coach”
In our first music review, we discuss the 90s hip hop classic, “5th Wheel 2 the Coach”! Song of the … More
May 16, 2021
Foreign Duck, Native Duck, and God in a Coin Locker
On this episode of Japan 2.0, David and Matt discuss Yoshihiro Nakamura's film Foreign Duck, Native Duck, and God in a Coin Locker.
May 02, 2021
Nara
In this episode, David talks about his first trip to Nara and why it took him 8 years to final … More
Apr 17, 2021
Moving in Japan
David and Matt discuss the trials and tribulations of moving in Japan and the processes that one must go through to relocate.
Mar 30, 2021
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