Sightseeing Japan podcast

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.

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.

 

#168

155. Soybeans

Soybeans are at the heart of Japanese cuisine, found in everything from tofu and miso to s... more

01 Dec 2025

1 HR 26 MINS

1:26:35

01 Dec 2025


#167

154. Souvenirs

Trying to decide what to bring home from Japan? Join Jason and Paul as they talk about the... more

17 Nov 2025

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:50

17 Nov 2025


#166

153. The City of Fukuoka

Fukuoka is a bustling city with a relaxed vibe, known for its history, food, and seaside c... more

03 Nov 2025

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:56

03 Nov 2025


#165

152. 2025 Halloween Special - Hell

Shinto and Buddhism each offer chilling visions of the afterlife, filled with fiery pits, ... more

20 Oct 2025

1 HR 13 MINS

1:13:16

20 Oct 2025


#164

151. Cats

Cats have prowled through Japanese history, folklore, and everyday life for centuries, fro... more

06 Oct 2025

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:41

06 Oct 2025


#163

150. A Brief History of Japan

Japan has a long and fascinating history, filled with emperors, warriors, poets, and rebel... more

11 Aug 2025

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:26

11 Aug 2025


#162

149. The City of Hakodate

Located on the southern tip of Hokkaido, Hakodate is a historic port city known for its sc... more

28 Jul 2025

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:01

28 Jul 2025


#161

2026 Podcast Meetup Announcement

Podcast Meetup 2026: Feb 7th, 2026 at 6:00pm in Sapporo, Japan. (Venue TBD) [Join our Disc... more

14 Jul 2025

02 MINS

02:07

14 Jul 2025


#160

148. Mascots

Japan loves its mascots—from cuddly creatures promoting local towns to bizarre characters ... more

14 Jul 2025

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:48

14 Jul 2025


#159

147. How to Buy a House in Japan (Akiya)

Akiya are abandoned homes found all over Japan—some listed for shockingly low prices. Join... more

30 Jun 2025

56 MINS

56:25

30 Jun 2025


#158

146. Kinkakuji and Ginkakuji (The Golden and Silver Pavilions)

Kyoto is full of famous temples, but few are as iconic—or as confusingly named—as Kinkakuj... more

16 Jun 2025

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:53

16 Jun 2025


#157

145. Street Food

Japan might be known for its sushi and ramen, but its street food scene is just as excitin... more

02 Jun 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:59

02 Jun 2025


#156

144. Things You'll Miss About Japan (And Some Things You Won't)

Japan is full of things to love - and a few things that might drive you a little crazy. Jo... more

19 May 2025

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:28

19 May 2025


#155

143. The City of Sendai

Known as the "City of Trees," Sendai is the largest city in the Tohoku region and a great ... more

05 May 2025

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:24

05 May 2025


#154

142. Bugs of Japan

Japan is home to a variety of fascinating — and sometimes terrifying — bugs and insects, f... more

21 Apr 2025

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:28

21 Apr 2025


#153

141. Rating Cultural Experiences

Japan offers a wide range of unique experiences, from cherry blossom viewing and high-spee... more

07 Apr 2025

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:38

07 Apr 2025


#152

140. 2024 Trip Recap (Part 3)

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss thei... more

23 Dec 2024

1 HR 59 MINS

1:59:31

23 Dec 2024


#151

139. 2024 Trip Recap (Part 2)

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss thei... more

09 Dec 2024

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:07

09 Dec 2024


#150

138. 2024 Trip Recap (Part 1)

Jason and Paul recently returned home from a trip to Japan. Join them as they discuss thei... more

25 Nov 2024

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:29

25 Nov 2024


#149

137.5. Folklooooore

Ancient Japanese folktales offer a window into the philosophies and culture of Japan. Join... more

11 Nov 2024

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:44

11 Nov 2024


#148

137. 2024 Halloween Special - Japan's Most Horrific Crimes

Japan may be one of the safest countries in the world, but that doesn’t mean it’s without ... more

28 Oct 2024

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:41

28 Oct 2024


#147

136. Day Trips from Kyoto and Osaka

Kyoto and Osaka offer countless attractions, but venturing beyond these cities for day tri... more

14 Oct 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:09

14 Oct 2024


#146

135. Reality TV and Game Shows

Japan has unique television programming that has gained a reputation internationally for b... more

30 Sep 2024

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:14

30 Sep 2024


#145

134.5. Even More Folklore

Ancient Japanese folktales offer a window into the philosophies and culture of Japan. Join... more

16 Sep 2024

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:09

16 Sep 2024


#144

134. Sightseeing and Overnight Trains

Japan is known for its incredible train system, but did you know about the wide array of u... more

02 Sep 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:07

02 Sep 2024


#143

133. Rating Popular Attractions

Japan is full of “must-see” attractions, but which ones are most worth visiting? Join Jaso... more

19 Aug 2024

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:22

19 Aug 2024


#142

132. Natto

Natto is one of Japan’s most divisive foods. Join Jason and Paul as they learn about — and... more

05 Aug 2024

56 MINS

56:24

05 Aug 2024


#141

131. The City of Kanazawa

The city of Kanazawa is rich in history and culture, famous for its Edo-era districts and ... more

22 Jul 2024

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:01

22 Jul 2024