60 Best Japan Podcasts

1. Abroad in Japan

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.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Facebook Followers 179.7KInstagram Followers 409.1K Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 31 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Deep in Japan

The Deep in Japan Podcast provides rich and insightful interviews with people who have lived in Japan. The show seeks to get under the surface and explore Japan through the rich and variegated experiences of the people who know it best.
Podcast deepinjapan.buzzsprout.com
Host Jeff
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 340 Frequency 2 episodes / week Avg Length 94 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

3. 8-4 Play

Every other week, tune into 8-4 Play for talk about Japan, video games, and Japanese video games, straight from the 8-4 offices in beautiful downtown Tokyo. Featuring the sultry voices of 8-4's own Mark MacDonald, John Ricciardi, Hiroko Minamoto, Justin 'JJ' Epperson, Roy Blakely, Sarah Podzorski, and Graeme Howard.
Podcast eightfour.libsyn.com
Email ****@8-4.jp
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 2.1KTwitter Followers 12.8K Frequency 2 episodes / month Avg Length 80 min Since Sep 2006 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

4. Nante Japan Podcast

A podcast covering Japanese pop culture, including music, celebrities, video games, dramas, anime, and everything else in between.
Podcast feeds.buzzsprout.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 3.4 / 5Facebook Followers 51.3KTwitter Followers 27.4KInstagram Followers 3.5K Frequency 2 episodes / month Avg Length 139 min Since Dec 2019 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

5. Scaling Japan Podcast

Helping business owners in Japan scale their businesses from $100,000 annually to $10,000,000 and beyond. Everything you need to know from recruitment, marketing, sales, and operations, we got you covered in taking your business to the next level.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Tyson Batino
Email ****@scalingyourcompany.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 52 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

6. Got Faded Japan

The GOT FADED JAPAN podcast opens a tinted window into Japan's subculture, wild news, hidden peoples, underground parties, and all the other weekly fun, mischief & mayhem!
Podcast gotfadedjapankrew.podbean.com
Host Johnny
Email ****@thespiltink.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 1.4KInstagram Followers 875 Frequency 2 episodes / month Avg Length 73 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

7. Japan Real Estate

From Japan Real Estate market fundamentals, with a special focus on investment - through guides, tips, tricks and interviews with industry experts - this podcast is your one-stop-shop for audio content related to one of the world's most exciting (and profitable!) property markets.
Podcast podcast05d680.podigee.io
Host Ziv Nakajima-Magen
Email ****@nippontradings.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Instagram Followers 7 Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 50 min Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact

8. Cat with Beard from JAPAN

'Cat with Beard from JAPAN' is the best PODCAST program to explore the colorfulness of everything in Japan! This program is hosted by Tokyo-based cross-dressing wrestler, singer, and Youtuber 'Ladybeard' from Australia with, 'Cathy Cat' who is a TV personality and Youtuber from Germany.
Podcast omny.fm
Host Ladybeard
Email ****@joqr.net
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Instagram Followers 31.6K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 39 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

9. JAPAN WUT?

Gaijins you can 'Trust'! Japan Subculture, Music, AI, News.
Podcast matthewpmbigelow.com
Host Matt Bigelow
Email ****@yahoo.ca
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / week Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

10. TKO Radio

TKO Radio is a weekly Japanese culture podcast where you'll be served a decadent slice of life in the most incredible place on Earth. Work, life, and leisure topics covered here as well as news and alerts to quench your thirst.
Podcast spreaker.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 58 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

11. History of Japan

This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.
Podcast historyofjapan.libsyn.com
Host Isaac Meyer
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 2K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 38 min Since Apr 2013 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

12. Small Talk Japan

This is a weekly English podcast about all things Japan! If you want to learn English or about Japanese culture, news life, and other fun things, give us a listen.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.2 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 38 min Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact

13. Krewe of Japan

Krewe of Japan is a weekly podcast that takes listeners on audio journeys through Japanese culture. With our hosts as your guide, and the help of guest experts, Japanese natives, and ex-pats, understanding Japan is now easier than ever before.
Podcast krewe-of-japan.simplecast.com
Host Krewe
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Facebook Followers 106Instagram Followers 525 Frequency 7 episodes / quarter Avg Length 54 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

14. Uncanny Japan

Every month Thersa Matsuura explores a different and little-known area of Japanese culture, folklore, and language. Uncanny Japan leans towards the creepy side of Japan, which is kind of a refreshing counterpoint to the cuteness that permeates modern Japanese culture.
Podcast uncannyjapan.com
Host Thersa Matsuura
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 589Twitter Followers 1.8KInstagram Followers 1.7K Frequency 4 episodes / quarter Avg Length 19 min Since Oct 2016 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

15. Okada's Shorts

It's time for a new podcast from The Kings of Pod Style. The International Wrestling Grand Pricks. Two dudes from other sides of the world talking all about New Japan Pro Wrestling.
Podcast redcircle.com
Hosts Raffe, Curtis
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.2 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 53 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

16. Voices in Japan

Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of life here, and the reasons why Japan is truly an amazing place to be living!
Podcast feeds.buzzsprout.com
Hosts Burke, Ben, Matt
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 1.4KTwitter Followers 152 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 41 min Since Feb 2019 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

17. Business Success Japan

This podcast is made for those who want to develop or strengthen the communication skills, cultural savvy, insights into current trends and conditions, and mindsets essential in a Japanese business environment. The helpful, practical suggestions and engaging insights offered here provide listeners with the in-depth cultural context to achieve their own version of success while collaborating with their Japanese counterparts.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Lydia Beukelman
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 2 episodes / quarter Avg Length 44 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

18. Sightseeing Japan

Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.
Podcast sightseeingjapanpodcast.com
Hosts Jason Nieling, Paul Bresin
Email ****@sightseeingjapanpodcast.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 3.1KInstagram Followers 2.2K Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 71 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

19. Made in Japan

This is not your run-of-the-mill 'Cool Japan' podcast. I want to explore the side of Japan outside of sushi & sumo ; anime & video games. People from all walks of life living in Japan sharing their stories, their trials and tribulations and their successes. People who are hungry for making it and People who have made it. This podcast is about my conversations with them.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Meljo Catalan
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 3.2KInstagram Followers 737 Frequency 4 episodes / year Avg Length 50 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

20. Japan According To Akil Podcast

Wanna know what life in Japan is REALLY like? Everything you need (and didn't think need) to know about life in and around Tokyo with a bit of comedy sprinkled on top.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Akil
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Instagram Followers 255 Frequency 1 episode / day Avg Length 24 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

21. Deep Dive from The Japan Times

Looking beneath the surface of Japan. We hear from Japan Times journalists and guests about current events and trends in Japan.
Podcast audioboom.com
Email ****@japantimes.co.jp
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 817.8K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 34 min Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

22. Disrupting Japan

Startups are changing Japan, and Japan is innovating in unique ways. Disrupting Japan explores what it's like to be an innovator in a culture that prizes conformity and introduces you to startups that will be household brands in a few years.
Podcast disruptingjapan.com
Host Tim Romero
Email ****@t3.org
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 3.6K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 36 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

23. Japan Experts

Turning herself from a typical shy Japanese girl to an internationally-minded bilingual licensed-guide, host Miyuki Seguchi is a big believer in the power of immersive travels. Join her on the Japan Experts podcast, as she shares with you practical tips on how to design your trip to Japan and create an immersive travel experience in Japan. And so you'll be totally excited and encouraged to make your next adventure to Japan!
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Miyuki Seguchi
Email ****@miyukiseguchi.com
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Facebook Followers 560Twitter Followers 123Instagram Followers 868 Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 21 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

24. Japan Memo

The Japan Memo is a monthly podcast series that unpacks why Japan matters in today's regional and global geopolitical landscape. In each episode, the co-hosts, Robert Ward and Yuka Koshino of the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Japan Chair Programme will bring in strategists, experts, and practitioners from around the world to examine how Japan is using its diplomatic, economic and military tools to achieve its strategic goals, and what lessons it offers to other countries.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Hosts Robert Ward, Yuka Koshino
Email ****@iiss.org
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 64.2KInstagram Followers 9.6K Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 42 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

25. Dad Club Japan

Real dads discuss real life in surreal Japan.Through anecdotes and stories and from the perspective of dads living in Japan, the aim is to help listeners understand the complexities, curiosities and positive attributes of Japanese culture.
Podcast dadclubjapan.buzzsprout.com
Host Joel
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 2 episodes / quarter Avg Length 43 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

26. Japan Archives

Two friends coming together every week to tell the history, myths, folklore, and poetry from Japan's long history.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Hosts Thomas, Heather
Email ****@hotmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 98Twitter Followers 254Instagram Followers 62 Frequency 8 episodes / year Avg Length 28 min Since Jun 2019 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

27. Japan Distilled

Distilled spirits have been made in Japan for over 600 years, but even today these drinks remain unknown outside the Land of the Rising Sun. Join shochu and awamori ambassadors Christopher Pellegrini and Stephen Lyman bi-weekly for a deep dive into Japan's best kept secrets. If you enjoy exploring craft spirits from around the world, but think whisky is the most popular Japanese spirit, you are in for a treat with the Japan Distilled podcast.
Podcast japandistilled.com
Hosts Christopher Pellegrini, Stephen Lyman
Email ****@honkaku.co
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 813Instagram Followers 1.3K Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 42 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

28. Medical Student Life in JAPAN

Join us for an in-depth look into the life and experiences of a medical college student in Nara, Japan. We will discuss all kinds of topics including medical colleges in Japan, student life, Nara and its surroundings, and much more! We hope this podcast can be a source of information and entertainment for those who are interested in medical college and Japan.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host Michael
Email ****@naramed-u.ac.jp
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 22 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

29. Living La Vida In Japan

A show about my experiences of living abroad in Japan. I have been living in Japan since 2016. Listen in on my adventures, family life, and things going on in Japan.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Host NinjaEddie
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 223 Frequency 1 episode / quarter Avg Length 5 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

30. Ichimon Japan

Helping you better understand Japan and the Japanese language one question at a time. Every episode Tony and Ryan--two guys with master's degrees in Japanese Language & Linguistics--draw on their experiences in Japan and extensive research in both Japanese and English to shed light on all aspects of Japan.
Podcast ichimonjapan.libsyn.com
Hosts Tony, Ryan
Email ****@japankyo.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 2.2KTwitter Followers 417 Frequency 1 episode / month Avg Length 57 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact