 [ EP 30 ]  We discuss the impact of COVID 19 and how it’s been living in Japan as foreigner residents. Tune in for a laidback discussion.    [ TIME CODES ] 02:12 Topic Introduction  03:46 Life During Pandemic: Social Distancing  16:43 Impact: Reactions, Under Reporting? 30:54 Memes and Conspiracies  45:17 Coping with Corona Anxiety50:38 Tips for Passing Time Under Quarantine53:47 Non-Remote Work: an ALT Perspective59:22 Amabie, a Yokai, and its Legend About Preventing Pandemics    [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://spoti.fi/3aD3W35    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads     [ RESOURCES ]  Amabie, Yokai Legend and Pictures: https://bit.ly/3aXiwC6 Things for Queers to do while we’re self-isolating IG Post: https://bit.ly/2wg8I7v Article: Man’s “desire” to spread corona: https://bit.ly/33pKCDz Article: Japan McD worker tests positive for corona: https://bit.ly/39XYW8A      

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Coronavirus in Japan #COVID19

 [ Bonus EP 2 ]  We answer a listener's question about the “hardest thing about podcasting” then dive into spring in Japan, where Bree shares her thoughts on the Sakura Frapp. We fell into a Netflix binge with The Circle and Aashish shares manga thoughts of the new Death Note One Shot. Then we cap it off talking about the C*ronavirus and how it’s been affecting daily living in Japan. Tune in!     [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ MUSIC USED ] Turtle Time By Verified Picasso          

WASH YOUR HANDS!

 [ EP 29 ]  We discuss the legend of the first foreign-born Samurai in Japan, Yasuke. Tune in for a laidback discussion.    [ TIME CODES ] 02:55 Topic Introduction 04:10 Who Yasuke was and what led him to Japan 10:22 When he rose to prevalence in Japan, where he resided, and how Japanese people felt about him  20:53 Why his legend is so captivating  27:26 Upcoming and current story adaptations via film, series, and more.    [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://spoti.fi/3aD3W35    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads     [ RESOURCES ]  Yasuke was not a slave article: https://bit.ly/2VkK13K Webb & DeSnoo’s blog: https://yasuke-san.com/ Afro Samurai Manga/Anime Wiki page: https://bit.ly/2uxduNa Chadwick to play Yasuke: https://bit.ly/2Vjj14P Lakeith to play Yasuke: https://bit.ly/38ZM1Tl Yasuke’s Wiki page: https://bit.ly/32oCHpg CNN Travel article: https://cnn.it/38UK62k History Extra’s article: https://bit.ly/2HVigqS Netflix Yasuke title: https://www.netflix.com/title/80990863 HTH YouTube Video on Yasuke: https://bit.ly/2ush4rE      

Yasuke The African Samurai | Black History in Japan

 [ EP 28 ] We react to common romance norms, discuss amatonormativity, and cap it off with trendy Valentine foods in Japan this year. Tune in for a laidback discussion.    [ TIME CODES ] 01:35 Listener Question Segment: Favorite Japanese Dessert 03:17 Topic Introduction: Romance Norms 13:15 “13 Tips to Make a Good Relationship Great” 28:04 “Unhealthy Social Norms for Relationships" 46:26 “5 Ways Amatonormativity Sets Harmful Relationship Norms for us all" 50:32 Closer Convo Segment: Trendy Valentine Food Trends in Japan    [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://spoti.fi/3aD3W35    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Turtle Time By Verified Picasso Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso     [ RESOURCES ]  Article 1: “13 Tips" https://bit.ly/3buie6E Article 2: "Unhealthy Norms” https://bit.ly/2URXOyT Article 3: “Amatonormativity” https://bit.ly/2Sh0TXu Chocolate Ramen https://bit.ly/3bxsUS0         

Romance Norms

 [ EP 27 ] We discuss the creative lifestyle, pressures, imposter syndrome, tips, and more. Tune in for a laidback discussion.    [ TIME CODES ] 01:35 Podcast Updates 03:17 Topic Introduction: Creative Lifestyle, Mediums, & Goals 13:15 Pressures, Downsides, Imposter Syndrome 28:04 Techniques to cope with IS 46:26 Upsides and Personal Benefits 50:32 Tips for easier Creative Output57:06 Closer Convo Segment: Japanese Conbini Storytime & Coronavirus    [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://spoti.fi/3aD3W35    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald Turtle Time By Verified Picasso Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso     [ RESOURCES ]  Imposter Syndrome https://www.verywellmind.com/imposter-syndrome-and-social-anxiety-disorder-4156469         

Being a Creative: Imposter Syndrome and Balance

 [ EP 26 ] Japanese Urban Legend of the Yuki Onna (Snow Woman), a supernatural spirit, often described as a beautiful woman who floats throughout snowy nights and mountains looking for lost travelers to prey on. Stay tuned for the end where we review the 1965 film Kwaidan: Japanese Ghost Anthology of the Yuki Onna & the 2016 Yuki Onna film. Check out our previous episode in this series. S3E18- 9 Japanese Urban Legends     [ TIME CODES ] 02:01 Listener Question Segment: Fave Anime Series 07:35 Topic Introduction 09:19 Part 1- Yuki Onna’s Origin 15:19 Part 2- Her Legends Across Japan 36:53 Yuki Onna in Popular Culture 42:44 Closer Convo Segment: 1965 / 2016 Yuki Onna Movie Reviews    [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan.playlists    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald Spoops By STRYSTYL Turtle Time By Verified Picasso Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso     [ RESOURCES ]  Yokai Bio http://yokai.com/yukionna/ Wiki Link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuki-onna Yokai Wiki https://yokai.fandom.com/wiki/Yuki-Onna Yuki Onna in Anime https://www.anime-planet.com/characters/tags/yuki-onna Infamous Legend Story http://anomalyinfo.com/Topics/yuki-onna-snow-woman-japan Japan Lover Blog http://japanlover.me/cool/kakkoii-information/the-legend-of-yuki-onna/         

Yuki Onna: The Snow Woman & Movie Review || Japanese Urban Legends

 [ EP 25 ] Japan Crime Files #3: Poisoned Milk in Saitama Prefecture (1960) and the Paraquat Vending Machine Poisonings throughout Japan (1985). Both of these crime cases still contain some mystery 'til this day, tune in to hear the wicked details of these incidents. **Content Warning** Suicide and death. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised. Check out our previous episode in this series. S3E22- Fusako Sano: Held Captive for 9 Years.    [ TIME CODES ] 02:00 Listener Question Segment 03:50 Topic Introduction 05:42 Part 1- Pesticide Milk Murders 25:47 Part 2- Vending Machine Paraquat Poisonings 39:39 Closer Convo Segment     [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan.playlists    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald Spoops By STRYSTYL Turtle Time By Verified Picasso Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso     [ RESOURCES ] Milk case article http://yabusaka.moo.jp/saitama-gyunyu.htm Vending machine case articles https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paraquat_murders  https://www.nytimes.com/1985/12/10/world/japanese-puzzle-the-vending-machine-murders.html  Japan’s cheapest hotel article https://bit.ly/2sZNAAC         

Deadly Drink Murder Mysteries: Poisoned Milk & Vending Machines || True Crime in Japan

 [ EP 24 ] We talk about the differences of New Years traditions and the culture of “New Year, New Me.” Thanks for tuning in!    [ TIME CODES ] 05:05 Listener Question Segment 09:45 Topic Introduction 16:21 Popular Resolution Practices 22:45 “New Year, New Me” Culture 30:06 NYE & NY Traditions in Japan vs USA 45:12 Resolution Regrets 54:45 2020 Intentions 1:00:32 Closer Convo Segment     [ MORE CONTENT ] Want more than just Podcast episodes? Head over to our Youtube Channel to watch vlogs, snack talks, reactions and more. Subscribe to stay notified when we post new Videos. Pass time with our Blog Posts on abnrmljapan.com. Tap the link for more ABNRML JAPAN content and listening platforms! https://fanlink.to/abnrmljapan    [ Q&A MAILBOX ] Send us your questions to be featured on our listener segment! https://www.abnrmljapan.com/questions    [ SPOTIFY PLAYLISTS ] Enjoy a specific topic genre we cover? Check out our Spotify playlists and listen to your favorite genre collection. From Life in Japan, to True Crime, J Horror, and LGBTQ+ topics. https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan.playlists    [ DONATIONS ] Feeling generous? Support us at ABNRML JAPAN via our Patreon Page, our PayPal with one time donations, or our Ko-Fi by buying us a coffee. We greatly appreciate your support! It helps us maintain our diverse content creation for you all ♡ https://linktr.ee/supportabnrmljapan    [ FOLLOW US @ABNRMLJAPAN ] Instagram • Facebook • Twitter • Youtube     [ EMAIL ]  Business Inquires only please! theabnrmlpod@gmail.com    [ MUSIC USED ] 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald Turtle Time By Verified Picasso Things Are Going Southampton By Verified Picasso       

New Years Japan vs USA & "New Year, New Me" Culture

Ep 023: We answer your questions about love, relationships, sexuality and more! If you missed the chance to send in a question for this episode, you can send one in anytime for a future episode ➭ www.abnrmljapan.com/questions   ✰ This is the last episode of Season 3 !!!! ♡ Thanks for sticking it through with us  ✎ Stay tune for Season 4 in January 2020 ❅ Subscribe for Winter in Japan videos this month   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg     Time Codes 02:58 Topic Introduction 03:55 Developing healthy communication 08:52 Pro’s Con’s married in Japan 15:50 Japan’s Valentine’s Day & White Day 20:54 Throwing in the towel 26:45 Crushes 36:34 Married and working together 41:07 Monogamy, Open, etc 45:10 LGBT+ vs straight relationships 51:50 Problematic exes, "situationships"   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout!@abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald

Love Q&A: Crushes? Exes? Monogamy? And more

Ep 022:  Japan Crime Files #2: When Fusako Sano was nine years old, she vanished after school in 1990. She was abducted and held captive for nine years by Nobuyuki Satō, a 28 year old Japanese man. This case took place in Niigata prefecture and often referenced as the “Niigata girl confinement incident”. It holds record of the longest confinement kidnapping case in Japan. Tune in to hear the details of this crime incident and what happened to Sano.**Content Warning** Physical Abuse and Violence. Not for minors. Listener discretion is advised.Check out our previous episode in this series. S2E15- The Kobe School Killer - Seito Sakakibara    Time Codes 03:49 Case intro 04:04 Part 1: The Abduction 11:10 Part 2: Life in Captivity 28:02 Part 3: Sano’s Discovery 38:20 Part 4: Satō’s Prosecution   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout!@abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Case Resources  https://wikivisually.com/wiki/Fusako_Sano https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2003/07/11/national/man-who-held-girl-for-nine-years-to-serve-14-supreme-court-rules/#.XduGGJMzY8Z https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2002/01/23/national/girls-nine-year-captor-gets-14-year-term/#.XduGG5MzY8Z https://apnews.com/2275b7fd8cc18cb4012471e78a55994a http://www.everybodykills.com/fusako-sano-and-the-niigata-girl-confinement-incident/ https://www.deseret.com/2000/2/4/19554106/girl-s-9-years-of-captivity-shocks-japan http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/761787.stm http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/623459.stm https://japantoday.com/category/features/kuchikomi/forgotten-celebrities-villains-victims-20-years-later    Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald Spoops By STRYSTYL

Fusako Sano: Held Captive For 9 Years || True Crime in Japan

Ep 021: We discuss what it’s like spending the holidays overseas and taking care of your mental health during that experience. Tune in to hear our stories and tips.♡ Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*, but feel free to send one in anytime for a future episode! ➭ ( www.abnrmljapan.com/questions )    Time Codes 02:34 Topic Introduction 04:34 Going back home for the Holidays 13:00 Staying abroad during the Holidays 25:39 Expecting visitors 28:38 Our travel preferences and throwback stories 45:32 Holiday Traditions 51:27 Closer: Favorite Holiday foods    Check this out >>  Aashish @ STRYSTYL  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXMd6fU_EvPSXPCJGkTH3SA Homesickness Abroad Tips  https://www.abnrmljapan.com/home/homesickness-overseas Red Flag Behavior  https://www.abnrmljapan.com/home/10commonredflagbehaviors   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout! @abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald

Holidays Abroad & Mental Health

Ep 020: Today we have a special guest, Jeannette aka Spiffy Penguin, joining us to talk about her experience while on an exchange program at a Japanese university. We also dive into J-Fashion, anime, and more!♡ Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*, but feel free to send one in anytime for a future episode! ➭ ( www.abnrmljapan.com/questions )    Time Codes 01:47 J-Fashion & cosplay 12:38 Experience & difficult adjustments 21:11 Funny reactions from people in Japan 36:53 Japanese University exchange program 47:58 POC characters in anime 57:13 Would you rather 1:02:30 Closer: Weeb & otaku culture thoughts    Our Guest Feature: Spiffy // Follow her! ♡ Instagram @spiffypenguin Twitter @SpiffyPenguin Facebook @spiffypenguin Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/SpiffyPenguin Twitch  https://www.twitch.tv/spiffypenguin   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout! @abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald

J-Fashion, University & Anime | Guest Feature - Spiffy Penguin

Ep 019: We wanted to get a bit more personal for y’all by answering some questions about our life before moving to Tokyo. We dive into past jobs, skills, friendships, favorites, things we miss, university life, and more.♡ Love Q&A question submissions are now *closed*, but feel free to send one in anytime for a future episode! ➭ ( www.abnrmljapan.com/questions )    Time Codes 02:50 Topic Introduction 05:26 Questions & Answers   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout! @abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald

Q&A: Our Life Before Moving to Japan

Bonus 1: Over time Halloween has become more of a staple in Japan. Lately it’s been in full swing, so tune in to hear about what it’s like in Tokyo. Time Codes 02:21 Differences: Trick or Treating? Parties. Costumes. Ghosts and Horror. 12:59 Popular Events: Amusement parks, Parades, Cosplay, Etc. 23:07 Our Halloween Experiences in Japan   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout! @abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan   Show Links Our Urban Legends Youtube video https://youtu.be/Wye8dLnBHKE Halloween Japan Events https://bit.ly/2pfr4SA Halloween Event Guide https://bit.ly/31QalCG Horror-Themed Restaurants https://bit.ly/343EqQz     Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald

Bonus: Halloween in Tokyo

Ep 018: We get spooky again, this time we discuss 9 Japanese Urban Legends. Japan has a rich history of ghost stories and folklore about the afterlife. If that’s your cup of tea, you’ll love this episode. Stay tuned for the end where we review a movie based on one of them. Check out our Halloween in Tokyo bonus episode!**Content Warning** Some stories have mentions of suicide and assault. Listener discretion is advised.    Time Codes 01:18 Topic Introduction 02:36 PART 1: Real World Urban Legends [context] 02:43 Yamashita’s Hidden Treasure 05:10 Sony Timer 07:53 Curse of the KFC Colonel 11:00 Shinjuku Robot Building 13:48 PART 2: Supernatural Japan: Yokai, Yurei, etc. [context] 16:44 Hanako san of the Toilet 20:19 Aka Manto - Red Cape 23:25 The Haunted Taxi Ride 28:07 PART 3: Scary Ass Urban Legends [context] 28:28 Teke Teke 38:55 Kuchisake Onna: Slit Mouth Woman 55:38 Kuchisake Onna Movie Review   Review, Rate, & Follow our podcast!  Share us on your socials and tag us for a shoutout! @abnrmljapan #abnrmljapan     Blog https://www.abnrmljapan.com/ Follow us Instagram • Facebook • Twitter  Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6iU8BmwzYKvMo6jhXs0qHg Support the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/abnrmljapan Other Listening Platforms & Links https://linktr.ee/abnrmljapan    Links Our Urban Legends Youtube video https://youtu.be/Wye8dLnBHKE Kuchisake Onna Webtoon Comic https://bit.ly/31Ro7EW Japanese UL https://grapee.jp/en/68412     Music Used 808 Doorbell Chime By Unicorn Heads Does it Float? By Otis McDonald The Abandoned By MONST3R Spoops By STRYSTYL    Art Kuchisake-onna by David Gaillet

9 Japanese Urban Legends || Japan Horror Stories

A Tokyo based Podcast. Tune in to hear about Life in Japan, True Crime, LGBTQ+, Culture, and more.

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