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From Astro Boy to Gundam to real-world robots like ASIMO and Pepper, Japan’s fascination with robots runs deep. This week, the Krewe is joined by author, cultural commentator, & robot enthusiast Matt Alt to explore how robots became heroes instead of threats in Japanese pop culture and how those sci-fi dreams quietly shaped Japan’s modern relationship with technology, AI, and everyday automation. From giant mecha and cyborg icons to robot cafés and beyond, we dig into why Japan seems so comfortable living alongside machines in an episode that’s equal parts nostalgia, culture, and future tech. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Matt Alt Links ------ Matt's Website Pure Invention - Publisher's Page Matt's Newsletter Pure Tokyoscope Podcast Matt on IG ------ Past Matt Alt Episodes ------ Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt (S5E3) The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18) How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13) Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5) Why Japan ft. Matt Alt (S1E1) ------ Past KOJ Pop Culture Episodes ------ Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela (S5E18) The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S5E1) Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus) Japanese Mascot Mania ft. Chris Carlier of Mondo Mascots (S4E8) Tokusatsu Talk with a Super Sentai ft. Sotaro Yasuda aka GekiChopper (S4E6) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 2] (S4E3) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 1] (S4E2) Japanese Independent Film Industry ft. Award Winning Director Eiji Uchida (S3E18) Talking Shonen Anime Series ft. Kyle Hebert (S3E10) Japanese Arcades (S2E16) How to Watch Anime: Subbed vs. Dubbed ft. Dan Woren (S2E9) Manga: Literature & An Art Form ft. Danica Davidson (S2E3) The Fantastical World of Studio Ghibli ft. Steve Alpert (S2E1) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 3: Modern Day Anime  (2010's-Present) (S1E18) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 2: The Golden Age  (1990's-2010's) (S1E16) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 1: Nostalgia (60's-80's) (S1E5) We Love Pokemon: Celebrating 25 Years (S1E3) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Before fully diving into 2026, the Krewe takes a minute (or 64) to reflect on Japan in 2025, recapping & remembering the good, the bad & the wacky. From the top news stories of 2025 to the year's biggest pop culture stand outs, this episode covers it all! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  Get your very own JAPAN BEAR SHELTER ------ Past KOJ Episodes Referenced ------ Crash Course in Japanese Politics ft. Tobias Harris of Japan Foresight (S6E13) Social Media & Perceptions of Japan (S6E8) Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E5) Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E4) Expo 2025: Japan on the World Stage ft. Sachiko Yoshimura (S6E2) Checking Out Miyagi ft. Ryotaro Sakurai (Guest Host, William Woods) (S5E5) Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus) Visiting Themed Cafes in Japan ft. Chris Nilghe of TDR Explorer (S4E15) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) Japan 2021: A Year in Review (S2E13) Japanese Theme Parks ft. TDR Explorer (S2E4) Greatest Anime of All-Time pt. 3: Modern Day Anime (2010-Present) (S1E18) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

The Krewe sits down with Amy Hever, Executive Director of the MLB Players Trust, and Chris Capuano, former MLB pitcher & Chair of the Players Trust Board, to explore how MLB players give back through community-driven initiatives. Discover the mission of the MLB Players Trust, player-led philanthropy, & how baseball continues to bridge cultures between Japan & the United States through youth programs, education initiatives, & meaningful cross-cultural engagement beyond the field. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ About MLB Players Trust ------ MLB Players Trust Website Playmakers Classic Info & Tickets MLB Players Trust on IG MLB Players Trust on X/Twitter MLB Players Trust on LinkedIn MLB Players Trust on Facebook ------ Past KOJ Traditional Japan Episodes ------ Japanese Soccer on the World Stage ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E5) Meet the J.League ft. Dan Orlowitz (S6E4) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Japan is often described as having “spirituality without religion”, but what does that actually mean? In this episode, author Hiroko Yoda joins the Krewe to break down how spirituality quietly shapes everyday life in Japan, from nature and kami to shrines, folklore, and even anime. With personal stories and insights from her new book, Eight Million Ways to Happiness, this conversation offers a fresh look at happiness rooted in connection, not belief. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ About Hiroko Yoda ------ Pre-Order Eight Million Ways to Happiness Today! Hiroko's Blog "Japan Happiness" Hiroko on Instagram Hiroko on BlueSky Hiroko on X/Twitter ------ Past KOJ Traditional Japan Episodes ------ Japanese Tea Ceremony: A Living Tradition ft. Atsuko Mori of Camellia Tea Ceremony (S6E16) Rakugo: Comedy of a Cushion ft. Katsura Sunshine (S6E1) The Castles of Japan ft. William de Lange (S5E19) Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17) Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16) The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko Drummer (S5E13) The Real World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh (S5E7) Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) The Intricate Culture of Kimono ft. Rin of Mainichi Kimono (S4E7) Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens (S4E1) Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel (S3E12) Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero (S3E1) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17) Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5) The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

The Krewe is joined by Atsuko Mori of Camellia Tea Ceremony in Kyoto for a deep dive into the Japanese tea ceremony. Together, they explore the experience itself, the tools and etiquette involved, what guests can expect, and why preserving this centuries-old tradition still matters today. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past KOJ Traditional Japan Episodes ------ Rakugo: Comedy of a Cushion ft. Katsura Sunshine (S6E1) The Castles of Japan ft. William de Lange (S5E19) Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17) Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16) The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko Drummer (S5E13) The Real World of Geisha ft. Peter Macintosh (S5E7) Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) The Life of a Sumotori ft. 3-Time Grand Champion Konishiki Yasokichi (S4E10) The Intricate Culture of Kimono ft. Rin of Mainichi Kimono (S4E7) Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens (S4E1) Henro SZN: Shikoku & the 88 Temple Pilgrimage ft. Todd Wassel (S3E12) Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero (S3E1) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17) Yokai: The Hauntings of Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda & Matt Alt (S2E5) The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12) Talking Sumo ft. Andrew Freud (S1E8) ------ About Camellia Tea Ceremony ------ Camellia Tea Ceremony Website Camellia on X/Twitter Camellia on Instagram Camellia on BlueSky Camellia on YouTube ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

The Krewe sits down with Chris Madere (Baird Brewing) & Chris Poel (Shiokaze BrewLab) to explore Japan’s growing craft beer scene. They discuss how Japan’s drinking culture evolved beyond the big-name breweries, what daily life is like behind the brewhouse doors, the challenges small and foreign brewers face, and the innovations shaping the future of Japanese craft beer. A fun, informative look at the people driving Japan’s craft beer boom. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past Food & Beverage Episodes ------ Shochu 101 ft. Christopher Pelligrini (S6E7) Craving Ramen ft. Shinichi Mine of TabiEats (S4E11) Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats (S3E15) Sippin' Sake ft. Brian Ashcraft (S1E19) Talking Konbini: Irasshaimase! (S1E3) ------ About Baird Brewing & Shiokaze BrewLab ------ Baird Brewing Website Baird Brewing on IG Baird Brewing on FB Shiokaze BrewLab (Nobuto) on IG Shiokaze BrewLab Stand on IG ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

This week, the Krewe is joined by Loretta Scott (aka KemushiChan on YouTube Channel) for a personal, insightful, and often funny look at what it’s like raising kids in Japan as an American parent. We dig into birth experiences, cultural differences from the U.S., unexpected parenting moments, and tips for families living in or visiting Japan. Curious about family life abroad or considering a trip to Japan with the munchkins? This episode is packed with helpful insight just for you! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Tobias Harris ------ Loretta on Instagram KemushiChan YouTube Channel ------ Past Language Learning Episodes ------ Inside Japanese Language Schools ft. Langston Hill (S6E3) Japanese Self-Study Strategies ft. Walden Perry (S5E4) Learn the Kansai Dialect ft. Tyson of Nihongo Hongo (S4E14) Heisig Method ft. Dr. James Heisig (S4E5) Prepping for the JLPT ft. Loretta of KemushiCan (S3E16) Language Through Video Games ft. Matt of Game Gengo (S3E4) Pitch Accent (Part 2) ft. Dogen (S2E15) Pitch Accent (Part 1) ft. Dogen (S2E14) Language through Literature ft. Daniel Morales (S2E8) Immersion Learning ft. MattvsJapan (S1E10) Japanese Language Journeys ft. Saeko-Sensei (S1E4) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Japan’s political scene is changing—from new parties rising in visibility to historic moments in national leadership—so the Krewe is bringing you a timely crash course. Political analyst Tobias Harris (Founder & Principal of Japan Foresight) joins the pod to break down the foundations of Japan’s government system, how it compares to the U.S., and why voters view politics the way they do. We explore the major and emerging parties shaping the landscape, the issues driving debate today, and how international pressures and global events influence domestic policy. Tobias also sheds light on the media’s role in shaping public perception and political accountability. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Tobias Harris ------ Japan Foresight Observing Japan on Substack The Iconoclast on Amazon Tobias Harris on BlueSky ------ Past History/Society Episodes ------ The Castles of Japan ft. William de Lange S5E19) Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17) Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16) Change in Urban & Rural Japanese Communities ft. Azby Brown (S5E15) Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6) Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16) Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18) The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17) The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Step into the world of tokusatsu with Ultraman Max director Takeshi Yagi! The Krewe chats with Yagi-san about the artistry, imagination, and behind-the-scenes magic that bring Ultraman and Japan’s iconic heroes & monsters to life. Discover how tokusatsu continues to inspire fans around the world. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Links for Takeshi Yagi ------ Takeshi Yagi on Instagram Takeshi Yagi on X/Twitter Takeshi Yagi's Website Takeshi Yagi's Blog (JP) Takeshi Yagi's New Book (Releasing Nov 19, 2025) Wikizilla Page on AKARI ------ Past Tokusatsu/Pop Culture Episodes ------ Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela (S5E18) Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt (S5E3) The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S5E1) Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus) The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18) Japanese Mascot Mania ft. Chris Carlier of Mondo Mascots (S4E8) Tokusatsu Talk with a Super Sentai ft. Sotaro Yasuda aka GekiChopper (S4E6) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 2] (S4E3) The Evolution of PokéMania ft Daniel Dockery [Part 1] (S4E2) Japanese Independent Film Industry ft. Award Winning Director Eiji Uchida (S3E18) How Marvel Comics Changed Tokusatsu & Japan Forever ft Gene & Ted Pelc (Guest Host, Matt Alt) (S3E13) Talking Shonen Anime Series ft. Kyle Hebert (S3E10) Japanese Arcades (S2E16) How to Watch Anime: Subbed vs. Dubbed ft. Dan Woren (S2E9) Manga: Literature & An Art Form ft. Danica Davidson (S2E3) The Fantastical World of Studio Ghibli ft. Steve Alpert (S2E1) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 3: Modern Day Anime  (2010's-Present) (S1E18) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 2: The Golden Age  (1990's-2010's) (S1E16) The Greatest Anime of All Time Pt. 1: Nostalgia (60's-80's) (S1E5) We Love Pokemon: Celebrating 25 Years (S1E3) Why Japan ft. Matt Alt (S1E1) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

In this week's episode, joined by 2024 New Orleans-Matsue Sister City Exchange Program participants Katherine Heller & Wade Trosclair, the Krewe looks back & celebrates 30 years of friendship between Matsue, Japan & New Orleans, Louisiana... a sister city relationship built on cultural exchange, mutual curiosity, &shared spirit. Together, they reflect on their time in Matsue during the exchange program, their experiences with host families, and the deep connections that form when two communities separated by an ocean come together. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00) ------ Past Matsue/Sister City Episodes ------ Lafcadio Hearn: 2024 King of Carnival (S5Bonus) Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19) Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13) The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9) Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2) ------ Links about the Exchange ------ 2024 Exchange Program Info/Pictures Shogun Martial Arts Dojo (Katie’s family’s dojo) ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

The Krewe sits down with Haruka Kikuchi, a Japanese jazz trombonist making waves in New Orleans. From discovering jazz in Japan to second-lining through the Crescent City, Haruka shares her story of finding home through music — and how jazz bridges cultures across oceans.   ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00) ------ Past Music Episodes ------ S5E13 - The Thunderous Sounds of Taiko ft. Takumi Kato (加藤 拓三), World Champion Taiko Drummer S5E10 - The Japanese Pop Music Scene ft. Patrick St. Michel S4E1 - Shamisen: Musical Sounds of Traditional Japan ft. Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens S3E14 - City Pop & Yu ft. Yu Hayami S3E1 - Exploring Enka ft. Jerome White Jr aka ジェロ / Jero ------ Links about Haruka ------ Haruka's Website  Haruka on IG Haruka on Facebook Haruka on YouTube GoFundMe to Help Support Haruka's Family ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

DIY Enthusiast & the man behind "Anton in Japan" YouTube Channel, Anton Wörmann joins the Krewe to talk about akiya, Japan's abandoned home phenomenon, and how he’s transforming them into stunning spaces. We dig into what it’s like to buy, clear out, & renovate an akiya and how Anton’s journey from fashion to DIY restoration is reshaping what “home” means in Japan. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00) ------ Past Home & Architecture Episodes ------ S5E15 - Change in Urban & Rural Japanese Communities ft. Azby Brown S5E6 - Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown S3E2 - Buying Real Estate in Japan ft. Ziv Nakajima-Magen ------ Links about Anton ------ Anton in Japan YouTube Channel Anton on IG Anton in Japan Website & Resources Anton on TikTok Anton's Live Master Class on Oct 12 @ 10am JST (Sign Up!) Anton's Akiya Master Class Program ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

A quick update from the Krewe on a short release break & things to come! Big things poppin' with the Krewe!! ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ JSNO Info & Upcoming Events ------ Support the Krewe - Donate to JSNO! JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Jenn and Doug dive into how social media shapes global perceptions of Japan—both the good and the misleading. From viral content to common myths, they explore what’s real, what’s exaggerated, and why it matters. ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ Tickets to Kanpai on the Bayou  JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!

Think you know Japanese alcohol? Think again. In this episode, the Krewe dives into shochu — Japan’s most beloved distilled spirit that somehow still flies under the radar outside the country. We sit down with Christopher Pellegrini, founder of Honkaku Spirits and one of the world’s leading voices on shochu, to break it all down. Whether you're new to shochu or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a great place to start. Kanpai! Tickets to Kanpai on the Bayou  ------ About the Krewe ------ The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at [email protected] or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, Threads: @kreweofjapanpodcast & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy! ------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------ Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode! Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season! Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  ------ Past Food & Beverage Episodes ------ Craving Ramen ft. Shinichi Mine of TabiEats (S4E11) Hungry For Travel ft. Shinichi of TabiEats (S3E15) Sippin' Sake ft. Brian Ashcraft (S1E19) Talking Konbini: Irasshaimase! (S1E3) ------ About Christopher & Honkaku Spirits ------ Christopher on IG Honkaku Spirits Japan Distilled Podcast ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------ JSNO Event Calendar Join JSNO Today!