Sightseeing Japan

Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin

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.

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182 episodes
Updated July 27

Episodes182

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Aug 31, 2020 · 40 min
58. Animal Islands and Villages
Jason and Paul discuss places in Japan where you can interact with animals.
Aug 17, 2020 · 39 min
57. Wasabi
Jason and Paul discuss wasabi, a spicy condiment commonly served with sushi.
Aug 3, 2020 · 39 min
56. Koi
Jason and Paul discuss the colorful carp known as koi.
Jul 20, 2020 · 41 min
55. Kiyomizu-dera
Paul and Jason discuss one of the most famous temples in Japan.
Jul 16, 2020 · 1 min
Announcement - New Schedule
Jason and Paul announce the new biweekly schedule.
Jul 13, 2020 · 57 min
54. Kyushu Journeys (Interview)
Paul and Jason interview Simon and Moo, the owners of a travel agency called Kyushu Journeys.
Jul 6, 2020 · 43 min
53. Funerals and Cemeteries
Jason and Paul discuss the Japanese customs surrounding death.
Jun 29, 2020 · 45 min
52. The City of Osaka
Jason and Paul discuss the city of Osaka and what to do there.
Jun 22, 2020 · 36 min
51. Cherry Blossoms (Sakura)
Jason and Paul discuss cherry blossoms and their significance in Japanese culture.
Jun 15, 2020 · 57 min
50. Manga and Anime
Jason and Paul discuss manga and anime.
Jun 8, 2020 · 37 min
49. Themed Restaurants
Jason and Paul discuss several of Japan's most popular themed restaurants.
Jun 1, 2020 · 53 min
48. Bonsai
Jason and Paul discuss bonsai, the art of cultivating tiny trees.
May 25, 2020 · 30 min
47. Tofu
Jason and Paul discuss the many varieties of tofu as well as the food's history.
May 18, 2020 · 26 min
46. The City of Kawagoe
Jason and Paul discuss the city of Kawagoe and the many things to see and do there.
May 11, 2020 · 34 min
45. Chopsticks
Jason and Paul discuss all there is to know about chopsticks.
May 4, 2020 · 35 min
44. Five Unusual Places
Jason and Paul discuss five unusual places that you can visit in Japan.
Apr 27, 2020 · 47 min
43. Fushimi Inari Shrine
Jason and Paul discuss Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Apr 20, 2020 · 42 min
42. Hot Spring Baths (Onsen)
Jason and Paul discuss Japan's hot spring baths.
Apr 13, 2020 · 39 min
41. Tanuki
Jason and Paul discuss the tanuki and its role in Japanese culture.
Apr 6, 2020 · 48 min
40. Ramen
Jason and Paul discuss ramen, a popular dish in Japan.