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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Apr 2, 2026 • 44min
Chris Prepares to Cycle 1,200km Across Japan!
Filthy, filthy Myaku-Myaku! Due to some changes in the way that Apple are putting their new video system together, starting next week we're going to be busting out the video, audio and YouTube version of the podcast all at the same time. Which will be Thursday evening UK time. Hope that works for everyone! Pete xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 26, 2026 • 46min
Chris Returns to Japan and Handles Jet Lag Very Poorly!
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Mar 19, 2026 • 41min
Japan Decides Its Most Popular Onigiri!
Pete here! What's your favourite onigiri? Anything but the sour plum. Anything but the plum!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you'd like to get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 12, 2026 • 54min
Japan Raises Hotel Prices - are you affected?
What's your favourite POWER SPOT?! What kind of SPEEDY JAPANESE would you like in your vocabulary locker? Let us known in the comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 6, 2026 • 48min
Free Train Tickets For Tourists!
Fear the projectile power of the plovise.Coming next week: the NEW Abroad In Japan podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2026 • 41min
20 Trapped for Five Hours After Tokyo Skytree Elevator Fails!
A wild tale of 20 people stuck in a Tokyo Skytree lift and the improvised rescue that followed. Conversations about being trapped, lift fears, and earthquake protocols. Stories from rural Japan closing early and practical tips for travelers. Lighthearted detours into wardrobe mishaps, chance train encounters, and Japanese music recommendations.
Feb 19, 2026 • 37min
Cherry Blossom Festival Cancelled Due to Bad Tourists!
Have you ever encountered a bump man? Did you resists cuffing him upside the head? AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com to get in touch with the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2026 • 44min
According to Japanese Women - How tall should you be?
Heightmaxing, in a Tokyo hotel shower cubicle with the lads. AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages - do say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 9, 2026 • 29min
Japan Travel In Crisis?
I'll take the mounjaro route, you take the good ol' dirty sprite. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 5, 2026 • 37min
Japan’s Nuclear Plant Restart Causes Alarm!
The boys will be back on Thursday for more of this - in the meantime, do give us an email on AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com if you've got any suggestions for our longer, chunkier show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
