On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder joins us to talk about female students in Japan's New Left movement, kaiju movies and more. About Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder is Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics, Aoyama Gakuin University. Her latest book is titled Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left (Duke University Press Books). Topics Discussed About Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left Chelsea Szendi Schieder's interest in the Japanese student movement of the 1960s About the role of women in the Japanese New Left Female activists of the Japanese student movement of the 1960s How Japanese universities were forced to admit female students after World War II The idea that providing Japanese women with a college education would be counter productive Concerns over gender equality The Tokyo Medical University testing scandal The prevalence of women's universities in Japan About Ochanomizu University and their decision to remain a women's university How police in Japan made an effort to change to a "friendlier" policing style as a result of bad press when dealing with student protests Media portrayal of female student activists About Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder's class Kaiju Attack The meanings and inspirations behind kaiju movies About Shin Godzilla About Hedorah About the Heisei Gamera series of movies And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To get a copy of Coed Revolution, consider using the Amazon Affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Coed Revolution: The Female Student in the Japanese New Left You can find Chelsea Szendi Schieder on Twitter. @SzendiChelsea If you enjoyed this episode of Japan Station, you may also enjoy episode 25. Japan Station 25: The Japanese Red Army (Dr. Patricia Steinhoff) Check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast via the link below. What are gyaru? (About the Slang, Fashion and History of Japan’s Gyaru/Gal) | Ichimon Japan 52 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Chelsea Szendi Schieder Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/ 

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77 Coeds & Kaiju: On the Female Student in Japan's New Left, Kaiju Movies & More (Dr. Chelsea Szendi Schieder)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Colton Runyan of the University of Cambridge talks to us about his experiences training and competing in sumo, as well asl his research on Heian era physical competitions. About Colton Runyan Colton Runyan is a Phd candidate at the University of Cambridge and a sumo wrestler who has competed in Japanese college sumo and as part of the US National team. His dissertation research focuses on sporting events of the Heian period. Topics Discussed How Colton Runyan first got into sumo The charity sumo tournament in Akita Prefecture that Colton took part in during his time in the JET Programme What Colton liked about sumo Progressing and improving in sumo Doing sumo training at Nihon University Doing sumo training at a junior high school Teaching, training and competing in sumo in US and other counties Going back to Japan to receive proper sumo training Meeting Konishiki Competing in a college sumo tournament in Japan while a student at Saitama University The different paths people take into professional sumo The grueling nature of sumo training The most frustrating aspect of sumo training for Colton Deciding to go to Cambridge and doing research on sumo Researching the social, political and economic importance of physical competitions (sumo, horseracing, archery) during the Heian period Historical records from Japan's Heian period that document sumo A notable sumo tournament from 1013 Fujiwara no Michiga's interest in horseracing Archery in the Heian period Historical misconceptions about sumo The caring and fun nature of sumo wrestlers And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To read the Japan Times article about Colton Runyan, use the link below. Sumo makes its way to Cambridge as former U.S. wrestler studies sport's ancient role To read the Wasabi article about Konishiki written by Tony Vega, use the link below. Konishiki: Then & Now (February-March 2018 issue of Wasabi) To listen to the latest episode of the Transmissions from Hawaii podcast, use the link below. Memoir of a Hilo Waterman: The Amazing Life of Hawaii Swimmer, Author & Educator Richard “Sonny” Tanabe | Transmissions from Hawaii 07 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Why do hands come out of the toilet in Japan? (About Japanese toilet hands, ghosts, yokai and urban legends) | Ichimon Japan 51 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Colton Runyan Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/ 

76 My Sumo Academia: Talking About Sumo Today and in the Heian Period (Colton Runyan)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Kaitly Ugoretz of the YouTube channel Eat Pray Anime discusses the allure and eclectic spirituality of Marie Kondo, as well as online Shinto communities. About Kaitlyn Ugoretz Kaitlyn Ugoretz is a Phd candidate at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her primary area of research is online religious communities, in particular Shinto communities. She is also the author of a recent article about Marie Kondo titled The Untidiness of Marie Kondo's Eclectic Spirituality. Kaitlyn also runs the YouTube channel Eat Pray Anime. Topics Discussed About Marie Kondo/KonMari About the "untidiness" of Marie Kondo How people have tried to connect Marie Kondo and her ideas to Shinto Marie Kondo's website The "Danshari" method of tidying up The prevalence of so-called tidying gurus in Japan and in the West The "Japanese-ness" of Marie Kondo as a marketing tool How Marie Kondo appears to be far more popular in the US than in Japan The allure of Marie Kondo The Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo The narrative of self transformation found in Marie Kondo's shows and others like it About Marie Kondo's second Netflix show Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo About Kaitlyn Ugoretz's research on online Shinto communities What Shinto practice looks like About Shinto practice outside of Japan Practitioners of Shinto outside of Japan What attracts people outside of Japan to Shinto About the YouTube channel Eat PrayAnime And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To read Kaitlyn Ugoretz's article about Marie Kondo, use the link below. The untidiness of Marie Kondo's eclectic spirituality To check out Kaitlyn's YouTube channel, Eat Pray Anime, use the link below. Eat Pray Anime Here is one of the Eat Pray Anime videos that was mentioned during the episode. Can Anime Characters Become Gods? Anime Pilgrimage Explained! You can follow Kaitlyn Ugoretz on Twitter as well. @KaitlynUgoretz @eat_pray_anime To check out the previous episode of Japan Station, use the link below. In Search of the Japanese Wolf (Alex K.T. Martin) | Japan Station 74 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Why do hands come out of the toilet in Japan? (About Japanese toilet hands, ghosts, yokai and urban legends) | Ichimon Japan 51 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Kaitlyn Ugoretz Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/  

75 The Untidiness of Marie Kondo & Shinto: A Chat w. Kaitlyn Ugoretz of Eat Pray Anime

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we talk about the probably extinct (but maybe not?) Japanese wolf with journalist Alex K.T. Martin. About Alex K.T. Martin Alex K.T. Martin is a feature writer for the Japan Times. He is also the author of a recent five-part feature about the Japanese wolf (nihon ōkami) titled In Search of Japan's Lost Wolves. Topics Discussed Whether the Japanese wolf (nihon ōkami) is considered a cryptid How Alex Martin became interested in researching the Japanese wolf Who Hiroshi Yagi is How Alex Martin got in touch with Hiroshi Yagi About Chichibu's connection to the Japanese wolf How Hiroshi Yagi became interested in looking for the Japanese wolf Hiroshi Yagi's 1996 encounter with an animal resembling the Japanese wolf and the famous 19 photographs that he took of said animal The process taken by Hiroshi Yagi in his hunt for the Japanese wolf Who might take over Hiroshi Yagi's hunt for the Japanese wolf when he retires Hiroshi Yagi's personality About Naoki Maruyama, founder of the Japan Wolf Association The effort to reintroduce wolves into Japan and the troubles it faces The allure and mystery of the Japanese wolf Alex Martin's articles about Tokyo post-Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Japan's declining population The smaller size of a Japanese wolf And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Use the link below to access the landing page for In Seart of Japan's Lost Wolves, the five-part series of articles about the Japanese wolf by Alex K.T. Martin. In Search of Japan's Lost Wolves To read Alex Martin's articles about post Olympics Tokyo, use the links below. Tokyo tomorrow: What comes after the 2020 Games? The race is on to define the legacy of Tokyo 2020 To listen to the Deep Dive podcast episode about the Japanese wolf use the link below. Episode 18: Is the Japanese wolf really extinct? You can follow Alex Martin on Twitter. Alex K.T. Martin on Twitter Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Is Yamaguchi cursed to have”ugly” girls? (Places in Japan Known for “Beautiful” & “Ugly” Women) | Ichimon Japan 50 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Alex K.T. Martin Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get the full version of show notes at https://www.japankyo.com/category/podcasts/japanstation/ 

74 In Search of the Japanese Wolf (Alex K.T. Martin)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell talks about translating Japanese fiction. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary translator, editor, and publishing consultant. The most recently published book she translated is Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement (The Feminist Press at CUNY) by Shiori Ito. Topics Discussed How Allison Markin Powell became a translator of Japanese literature Getting started as a manga translator Translating the book Sensei no Kaban (The Briefcase/Strange Weather in Tokyo) by Kawakami Hiromi What is challenging about being a translator About fighting to be credited as a translator Allison Markin Powell's style of translation A tricky aspect of translating The Nakano Thrift Shop About translating Lady Joker by Takamura Kaoru And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement Here are links to other books Allison Markin Powell has translated. These are Amazon affiliate links as well. Lady Joker, Volume 1 (Kaoru Takamura) Strange Weather in Tokyo (Kawakami Hiromi) The Nakano Thrift Shop (Kawakami Hiromi)   To listen to the first part of the conversation with Allison Markin Powell, use the link below. Black Box: Discussing the Shiori Ito Story (Allison Markin Powell Part 1) | Japan Station 72 Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Does “Your Name” live up to the hype? (Discussing Kimi no Na wa) | Ichimon Japan 49 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Allison Markin Powell Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews)   Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

73 You Know What I Mean? On Translating Japanese Fiction (Allison Markin Powell Part 2)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, translator Allison Markin Powell discusses the story of Shiori Ito and the newly published English version of the book Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement. About Allison Markin Powell Allison Markin Powell is a literary translator, editor, and publishing consultant. The most recently published book she translated is Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement (The Feminist Press at CUNY) by Shiori Ito. Topics Discussed Allison Markin Powell's study abroad experience in Kanazawa How tell all memoirs don't seem to be as popular in Japan as in the West About the book Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement Who Shiori Ito is The frank and open way in which Siori Ito discusses her alleged sexual assault and the events after it The press conference Shiori Ito held in 2017 Meeting Shiori Ito The term "quasi-rape" (Jungōkanzai, 準強姦罪) Why Shiori Ito called her book "Black Box" Shiori Ito's strength Sexual assault statistics in Japan and other places How police made Shiori Ito reenact being sexually assaulted in front of them Some of the systematic challenges Shiori Ito faced when trying to get justice Shiori Ito's influence and impact And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To purchase a copy of Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It won't cost you anything extra and it will support the show. Black Box: The Memoir That Sparked Japan’s #MeToo Movement Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Does “Your Name” live up to the hype? (Discussing Kimi no Na wa) | Ichimon Japan 49 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of The Feminist Press at CUNY Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

72 Black Box: Discussing the Shiori Ito Story (Allison Markin Powell Part 1)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're learning about homelessness in Japan and the life of Japanese day laborers. About Dr. Tom Gill Dr. Tom Gill is a professor of social anthropology at the Faculty of International Studies at Meiji Gakuin University in Yokohama. He is the author of the 2015 book Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer. Topics Discussed Dr. Tom Gill's first experience in Sanya in Tokyo Reporting on street riots in Sanya in 1986 About Sanya in Tokyo What a doyagai is About Japanese slum districts About Japanese day laborers Why Sanya is mainly populated by single men How the anime/manga Ashita no Joe is set in Sanya The aging population of Japan's slums What a doya is What a typical doya room is like Older doya versus newer doya What a deluxe doya is Why people might choose to stay in doya despite it being more expensive to ren than an apartment About Japanese welfare On talking to people in doyagai On collecting cans in Osaka On municipal homeless shelters in Japan The increasing number of doya in Kotobukicho About homeless women in Japan Why there are so few homeless women in Japan Whether Dr. Gill has had any dangerous experiences in Japanese slums And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. If you would like to purchase Dr. Gill's book--Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer--please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Yokohama Street Life: The Precarious Career of a Japanese Day Laborer If you would like to read some of Dr. Gill's work, the best place to start is his Academia.edu page. Dr. Tom Gill on Academia.edu Don't forget to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. What are Japan’s most famous dogs? (5 Famous Japanese Dogs + an Afro Dog) Ichimon Japan 48 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of N/A Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

71 Down & Out in Japan: On Homelessnes and Life in Japan's Slums (Dr. Tom Gill)

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On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, shamisen performer and composer Mike Penny stops by to talk about Japan's famous three-stringed lute, the Mike Penny Orchestra (MPO), and more. About Mike Penny Mike Penny is a shamesen performer and composrer based in Los Angeles. He has performed throughout the U.S. and Japan. Aside from performing traditional Japanese shamisen music, Mike is also active on YouTube and enjoys experimenting with the shamisen in all sorts of creative ways via his personal project MPO. Topics Discussed Mike Penny's 2011 song "Leaving Forever" Mike Penny's work on the soundtrack of the popular PS4 game Ghosts of Tsushima How Mike Penny became interested in Japan and the shamisen The many musical instruments Mike Penny has played Making the transition from guitar to the shamisen On learning how to play the shamisen The challenges of learning how to play the shamisen On getting used to using the bachi (plectrum) The tsugaru shamisen style The fretless nature of the shamisen About MPO (Mike Penny Orchestra) About Mike Penny's 2020 song "Perfect Alley Rare" Feedback from Japanese people On Sasaki Mitsuru Sangenkai in Los Angeles About Kyle Abbot On shamisen for beginners, such as the shami buddy by Kyle Abbott And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Check out Mike Penny on YouTube and Bandcamp. Mike Penny YouTube Mike Penny Bandcamp Here is "Leaving Forever" by MPO. "Leaving Forever" by The Mike Penny Orchestra Here is the music video for "Perfect Alley Rare." "Perfect Alley Rare" by Mike Penny Orchestra (‘80s Shamisen Pop) And here's a fun shamisen cover that Mike did of "The 7th Element" by Vitas. Vitas “The 7th Element” ★ON SHAMISEN★ Use the link below to check out the latest episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast. Vitas “The 7th Element” ★ON SHAMISEN★ If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Mike Penny Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

70 Behold the Shamisen Powers of Mike Penny

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia talks about the religious group Pana-Wave Laboratory and shares some of what he experienced while in Japan researching it. About Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia is a professor of sociology at Taft College and the author of numerous books. He has conducted research on a wide variety of topics, including the sociology of religion, food studies, race & ethnicity, and popular culture. Dr. Jimenez Murguia has also written extensively about the Japanese religious group Pana-Wave Laboratory. Topics Discussed How Dr. Jimenez Murguia became interested in doing research related to Japan How it was that Dr. Jimenez Murguia began communicating with and doing research on Pana-Wave Laboratory What Pana-Wave Laboratory was How Pana-Wave Laboratory got started The teachings/beliefs of Chino Yuko About scalar wave energy attacks Why Pana-Wave Laboratory members dressed all in white Pana-Wave Laboratory's infamous 2003 caravan to Fukui Prefecture How Dr. Jimenez Murguia was able to make contact with Pana-Wave Laboratory Pana-Wave Laboratory's journal: L.R. On visiting Pana-Wave Laboratory at their base in Fukui Prefecture About the kinds of people that were part of Pana-Wave Laboratory On visiting the Pana-Wave Laboratory facility in Fukui after Chino Yuko's death How Pana-Wave Laboratory was sensationalized and misunderstood The misconception that Japan is a weird place On doing research on the topic of brown face And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. The title of the article by Dr. Jimenez Murguia that was referenced on this episode is Re-enchanting a Religio-Scientific Experience: Understanding the Extraordinary Within the Pana-Wave Laboratory. As of the time of this writing the link I used to download the article does not work. However, if you would like to try it out, click here. To listen to the Ichimon Japan episode that focuses on Pana-Wave Laboratory, check out the link below. Did Tama-chan the seal save the world and cause immigration reform? (About Pana-Wave Laboratory) | Ichimon Japan 46 To listen to the episode of Ichimon Japan about ushino koku mairi, use the link below. What’s so scary about the hour of the ox? (About Ushi no Koku Mairi) | Ichimon Japan 21 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

69 What Is Pana-Wave Laboratory? (Dr. Salvador Jimenez Murguia)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, journalist Justic McCurry talks about his new book The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture. About Justin McCurry Justin McCurry is the Japan anc Korea correspondent for The Guardian. He is also the author of the new book The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture (Pegasus Books). Topics Discussed What it was like interviewing a senior member of the Yamaguchi-gumi yakuza group in 2008 Justin McCurry's first visit to a velodrome About the velodrome in Tachikawa, Tokyo How keirin seems to be hidden away and gets little mainstream coverage in Japanese media The inescapable connection between keirin and gambling How keirin is different from other forms of competitive cycling The differences between the Olympic variety of keirin and the original Japanese keirin Group dynamics between keirin riders The brutal and violent side of keirin How you become a professional keirin cyclist About the Japan Institute of Keirin (formerly the Japan Keirin School) What it's like living at the Japan Keirin School The effort to modernize keirin The strict expectations and restrictions placed on keirin cyclists in Japan How cyclists must check in their mobile phones and disconnect from the outside world during race events What it was like riding a keirin bicycle on a real keirin track What keirin is doing to try to survive in present day Women in keirin The Nikkan Keirin Series The future of keirin in Japan And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cylcing Subculture, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will not cost you anything extra and it will support the show. The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture by Justin McCurry (Amazon Affiliate) To follow Justin McCurry on Twitter, use the link below. Justic McCurry on Twitter Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan. What is a yankī or furyō? (About Japanese Teenage Delinquent Culture) | Ichimon Japan 45 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Rebecca Copeland Featured image: Courtesy of Pegasus Books Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

68 The War on Wheels: Inside the Keirin and Japan's Cycling Subculture (Justin McCurry)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're talking about Kyoto, kimono and more with Dr. Rebecca Copeland. About Dr. Rebecca Copeland Dr. Rebecca Copeland is a professor of Japanese language and literature at Washington University in St. Louis. Her research specialties include modern and contemporary women's writing in Japan, modern literature, and translation studies. Dr. Copeland also writes fiction and just published her first novel called The Kimono Tattoo (Brother Mockingbird). Topics Discussed About Dr. Copeland's new novel The Kimono Tattoo Some of the aspects of Dr. Copeland's life that influenced and appear in The Kimono Tattoo On spending time in Kyoto Some of Dr. Copeland's favorite places in Kyoto About Tanukidani-san Fudō-in Temple Exploring Kyoto and going off the beaten path The canals that run along the Philosopher's Path What inspired the "cursed kimono" that is one of the focuses of The Kimono Tattoo The recycling of kimono fabric How valued items such as kimono are sometimes thought to be imbued with the spirit of its creators About studying traditional Japanese dance (Nihon Buyō) About the classic strict student-teacher dynamic often see in traditional Japanese arts On Dr. Copeland's transition to writing fiction The long process of writing The Kimono Tattoo On future plans for a sequel to The Kimono Tattoo that furthers the story of Ruth Bennett About Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch and Dr. Copeland's story Blue Ridge Yamamba What the yamamba is About the experience of teaching inmates at the Missouri Eastern Correctional Center about Japan On how getting to learn about Japan and the Japanese language is a privilege And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of The Kimono Tattoo, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. It will not cost you anything extra and it will support the show. The Kimono Tattoo on Amazon To pick up a copy of Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch, consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Yamamba: In Search of the Japanese Mountain Witch on Amazon To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Is the story of Kaguya Hime proof that aliens have visited Japan? (About Taketori Monogatari) | Ichimon Japan 44 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Rebecca Copeland Featured image: Courtesy of Rebecca Copeland Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

67 The Kimono Tattoo: Discussing Kyoto, Kimono & More w. Dr. Rebecca Copeland

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, we're joined by Hannah Kentridge of the popular YouTube channel MissHanake. About Hannah Kentridge Hannah Kentridge is a content creator with over 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. Known as MissHanake on YouTube, Hannah has spent over 10 years producing videos in Japanese about her life and the Japanese language. Topics Discussed Hannah's perennially popular "Hiragana Song" video The origins of the MissHanake YouTube channel How creating YouTube content in Japanese motivated Hannah to keep learning Japanese and improving Receiving constructive criticism via YouTube comments How listening to herself speak in Japanese helped Hannah keep improving her Japanese Hannah's time at Kobe University Hannah's decision to go to graduate school On learning the kind of advanced Japanese that is usually not taught in the classroom About the MPhil in Japanese Studies at Oxford University What onee kotoba is On doing research on the way some gay men speak in anonymous online situations Using language to construct one's identity Hannah's plans for her master's research Japanese internet slang Gendered language in Japanese Hannah's tentative plans for after completing her master's program And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To check out Hannah on YouTube use the link below. MissHanake YouTube Channel You can watch Hannah's "Hiragana Song" video below. The Hiragana Song ★ ひらがなのうた To follow Hannah on Twitter use the link below. @misshanake on Twitter To listen to Hannah on the KoreKara Podcast see below. Talking with MissHanake - YouTuber Studying Japanese at Oxford University | KoreKara Podcast Use the link below to check out the latest episode of Japan Station. Maiko Masquerade: Crafting Geisha Girlhood in Japan (Dr. Jan Bardsley) | Japan Station 65 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Hannah Kentridge Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

66 From YouTube to Oxford: Discussing Japanese, Gendered Speech & More w. YouTuber MissHanake (Hannah Kentridge)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Jan Bardsley talks about the fascinating world of Japan's maiko and geisha. About  Dr. Jan Bardsley Dr. Jan Bardsley is Professor Emerita of Asian Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She is the author of Women and Democracy in Cold War Japan and the award-winning The Bluestockings of Japan: New Woman Essays and Fiction from Seito, 1911–1916. Her latest book is Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan. Topics Discussed What a maiko is The difference between a maiko and a geiko/geisha The life of a maiko What maiko and geiko/geisha do The striking appearance of a maiko Transitioning from a maiko to a geiko The responsibilities of a geiko The elaborate hairstyle of the maiko The motivations of some girls who chose to become maiko The famed dance productions performed by Kyoto's geiko and maiko The Miyako Odori Marriage as it pertains to geiko How the maiko and geisha's connection to sexual labor has changed with the passing of time The maiko as a mascot of Japan and Kyoto The danna (patron) The financial burden of supporting geiko The Kyoto Traditional Music Foundation Eirakuya's tenugui (hand towel) that depict maiko playing sports The Kyoto International Manga Museum's maiko illustration exhibit Whether foreigners can become maiko Learning to become "Japanese" And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. To pick up a copy of Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan, please consider using the Amazon affiliate link below. Maiko Masquerade: Creating Geisha Girlhood in Japan To check out the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. What is Kansai-ben? (All About the Kansai Dialect) | Ichimon Japan 42 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Jan Bardsley Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

65 Maiko Masquerade: Crafting Geisha Girlhood in Japan (Dr. Jan Bardsley)

On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Yuji Haraguchi--owner of multiple Japanese restaurants and the Osakana fish market in Brooklyn, New York--talks about his interest in food, his career, fish, ramen, and more. About Yuji Haraguchi Yuji Haraguchi has started and owned multiple Japanese restaurants in the United States and Japan. He is based in Brooklyn, New York where he owns and operates Okonomi/Yuji Ram and the popular Japanese-style fish market Osakana. Topics Discussed About Yuji Haraguchi's early life in Japan How Yuji became interested in cooking Leaving Japan for Boston How Yuji got into selling fish Learning about fish and the fish industry On selling and marketing Japanese fish and seafood to restaurants in Boston The rising popularity of Japanese food in the US through the 2000s Getting into the ramen business On trying to make ramen more appealing to Americans unfamiliar with ramen Creating Tuna-kotsu (tuna bone) ramen Opening Yuji Ramen in 2012 Creating a carbonara inspired bacon & egg mazemen (brothless ramen) Starting the Osakana fish market in  Brooklyn The concept and motivation behind Osakama The success of Osakana The educational videos Yuji makes for the Osakana YouTube channel The misconception that wild fish is always better than farm raised fish Yuji's approach to teaching people about fish and how to handle fish The factors that distinguish "sushi grade fish" from non-sushi grade fish On opening restaurants in Japan The dangers of expanding a restaurant franchise too quickly The current potential of Japanese food in the United States The booming popularity of ramen in Southeast Asia On getting Japanese ingredients About Sun Noodle How Yuji adapted to doing business during the coronavirus pandemic And much more! Support on Patreon If you enjoy Japan Station and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. For a minimum pledge of $1 a month you'll get early access to all JapanKyo podcasts, bonus content, and more. And for $3 a month, you'll get access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and all of its fascinating quirks. Also, all pledges get a shout-out on the show and my undying gratitude. Thank you in advance! Support Japan Station on Patreon Links, Videos, Etc. Below is a list of links for the websites and social media accounts of Yuji Haraguchi's businesses. Okonomi/Yuji Ramen Website Okonomi Instagram Yuji Ramen Online Shop Yuji Ramen Instagram Osakana Website Osakana on Instagram Below is the link to the Osakana YouTube channel. There you will find educational videos about how to handle and prepare fish, as well as other useful information about Japanese cuisine. Osakana YouTube Channel To listen to the latest episode of Ichimon Japan, use the link below. Are rabbits counted as birds because eating meat was taboo in japan? (About the History of Meat “Bans” & the Counter -wa)) | Ichimon Japan 41 If you would like to support the show by picking up some merchandise, make sure to visit KimitoDesigns.com. KimitoDesigns.com Special Thanks Opening/Closing song: Oedo Controller (大江戸コントローラー) by Yunomi featuring Toriena (Used with permission from Yunomi) To listen to more of Yunomi's music, check out his Soundcloud page or YouTube channel. Japan Station cover art: Provided by Erik R. Featured image: Courtesy of Dr. Katarzyna Cwiertka Featured image: Courtesy of Yuji Haraguchi Follow Japankyo on Social Media Facebook (@JapankyoNews) Twitter (@JapankyoNews) Full Show Notes Get full show notes at www.japanstationpodcast.com 

64 Yuji Dreams of Noodles: Chatting About Ramen, Fish & Osakana w. Restaurant Owner & Fish Expert Yuji Haraguchi

Every episode someone stops by Japan Station to talk about their connections to and interest in the fascinating place that is Japan. Host Tony Vega and his guests talk about things like Japanese pop culture, history, anime, manga, movies, music, video games, comedy, the impact of Japanese culture around the world, underground social movements, social issues in Japan, and much more. Episodes are released on the first of every month with bonus episodes occasionally being released on the 15th. www.japanstationpodcast.com

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