Episodes

  • 56. All About Bread in Japan
    Oct 2 2024

    In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk all about bread in Japan. Yum yum!


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    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


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    39 mins
  • 55. Top Tips for Moving to Japan
    Sep 25 2024

    In this episode, Jordan and Michael share life hacks to make your move to Japan as easy as possible.


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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    40 mins
  • 54. Saying "Hello" and "Goodbye" in Japan
    Sep 18 2024

    In this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the countless ways to say "Hello" and "Goodbye" in Japanese.


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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    36 mins
  • 53. Mr. Johnson Goes to Europe
    Sep 11 2024

    In this special (and extra long!) episode of OnJapanTime, Jordan shares the details of his once-in-a-lifetime summer trip to England, Switzerland, and Italy.


    Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!

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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    48 mins
  • 52. School Life in Japan
    Sep 4 2024

    In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the unique school customs that are common in Japan, including how students get to school, school lunches, and who "owns" the classroom. Then in the second half, they continue the discussion and Jordan shares a shocking story of the pool cleaning day at an elementary school that he used to work at, while Michael shares information about shoes, uniforms, and one's appearance in school. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "beside" and "besides", how to use them, and how they are different.


    Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!

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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    37 mins
  • 51. The Best Things About Japan (and the USA)
    Aug 28 2024

    In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael share the best things about life in the USA, with both of them mostly agreeing on all the positive aspects of life in America. Then in the second half, they switch to talk about the best things about living in Japan, and Michael strangely forgets to include one of the very best things about Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "tongue" and how it is useful.


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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    42 mins
  • 50. Fiftieth Episode Extravaganza!!
    Aug 21 2024

    In this special episode of OnJapanTime, Jordan guides Michael down a trip through memory lane. We hope you enjoy!


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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    39 mins
  • 49. The Employment System in Japan
    Aug 14 2024

    In the first half of this episode, Michael shares his experience using the unemployment system in Japan and shares a shocking story about an acquaintance who got the world's most amazing severance package. Then in the second half, Michael outlines the main types of employment in Japan and shares the merits and demirts of each of them. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) continue the discussion about the word "yet" and the additional uses and meanings it has.


    Follow OnJapanTime on Instagram for content related to this episode, including this week's English tips, behind the scenes photos, and more!

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    Send us a DM! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions, and will do our best to respond to any queries on a future episode.


    On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    29 mins