http://www.findingjapan.com A audio and video podcast blog about finding my own Japan as a twenty-something international business and IT professional. Wed, 25 May 2011 02:15:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.3 en ©Christopher S. 2003-2006 christopher@findingjapan.com (Christopher S.) christopher@findingjapan.com international business management photography 1440 japan,japanese,business,tokyo,mba,language,photography Finding Japan Podcast A audio and video podcast blog about finding my own Japan as a twenty-something international business and IT professional. Christopher S. Christopher S. christopher@findingjapan.com No no http://www.findingjapan.com/images/fjlogo144px.jpg http://www.findingjapan.com 144 144 http://www.findingjapan.com/2011/05/25/361/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2011/05/25/361/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 02:15:25 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2011/05/25/361/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2011/05/25/361/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/20/360/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/20/360/#comments Mon, 20 Sep 2010 05:15:45 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Travel Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/20/360/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/20/360/feed/ 39:38 Before Fred and Terrance left Tokyo, we managed a round-table wrap-up of the weekend's activities. Though the weekend did not go as planned, we still ... Before Fred and Terrance left Tokyo, we managed a round-table wrap-up of the weekend's activities. Though the weekend did not go as planned, we still had a great time and summed up the weekend's adventures along with Fred's thoughts on Japan after returning after 5 years for a visit. Listen below! Thoughts, Travel, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/12/359/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/12/359/#comments Sun, 12 Sep 2010 11:07:18 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Travel Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/12/359/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/12/359/feed/ 5:16 Recently, Linda, Fred, Terrance and I made the trek up to the base of Mount Fuji to see the Fuji Yoshida Fire Festival. This festival ... Recently, Linda, Fred, Terrance and I made the trek up to the base of Mount Fuji to see the Fuji Yoshida Fire Festival. This festival marks the closing of the hiking trails for Fuji-san. The carrying of the mikoshi through town along with the noise is said to try to appease the goddess of Mt. Fuji so that the mountain will not erupt. Fires are lit from the center of the city all the way to Sengen-Jinja in order to impress the goddess. You can read more about the Fuji Yoshida Fire Festival by reading on other sites. You can see the festival by watching this video. Enjoy! Thoughts, Travel, Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/357/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/357/#comments Mon, 06 Sep 2010 13:40:34 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/357/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/357/feed/ 24:41 Fred joins in this episode to discuss the ever classic Japan pachinko parlor experience. After coming home from a round of yakitori, we enjoy a few ... Fred joins in this episode to discuss the ever classic Japan pachinko parlor experience. After coming home from a round of yakitori, we enjoy a few beers on the way back to my apartment to chat about our experience. Listen to us get distracted by the ultrasonic teenage repellers down in Tsukiji. Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/356/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/356/#comments Mon, 06 Sep 2010 03:05:14 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/356/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/09/06/356/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/08/23/354/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/08/23/354/#comments Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:03:25 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/08/23/354/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/08/23/354/feed/ 1:34 So I sat down this evening to get my Logic setup all ready for another podcast, and I just couldn't sit down and belt out ... So I sat down this evening to get my Logic setup all ready for another podcast, and I just couldn't sit down and belt out some audio tonight. So instead, we do a video. A co-worker join myself and Linda for dinner the other night at a fabulous german beer hall restaurant in Hamamatsu-chou on Friday night. The beer was great, and the sausage was fantastic. And the beer was poured very stylistically. Enjoy! Thoughts, Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/06/13/352/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/06/13/352/#comments Sun, 13 Jun 2010 05:59:20 +0000 Christopher Podcast Video Podcast Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/06/13/352/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/06/13/352/feed/ 2:28 You can be in Japan for many years and still see something new every day. This was the case when Linda and I recently noticed ... You can be in Japan for many years and still see something new every day. This was the case when Linda and I recently noticed a new type of coffee machine at our local hospital here. Apparently this coffee machine shows a multi-angle live video feed of how your coffee is being prepared inside the machine. We're quite sure its legit too since my coffee cup had a different color than the customer before me. And the coffee itself? Amazing! If you are ever in Saint Lukes hospital in the Tsukiji area, hit this machine up! Podcast, Video Podcast, Only in Japan Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/04/11/351/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/04/11/351/#comments Sun, 11 Apr 2010 02:51:21 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/04/11/351/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2010/04/11/351/feed/ 00:01:01 Hey everyone. Thanks for writing and for all of the comments and support. I figured it was well overdue and time for me to provide ... Hey everyone. Thanks for writing and for all of the comments and support. I figured it was well overdue and time for me to provide an update for what has been going on. In this episode, I take some time to address the gaps, give a brief update on our lives and adventures, and explain why things have been taking so long. We talk a bit about the last year and what's changed and what is to come. Enjoy! Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/09/13/349/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/09/13/349/#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:00:18 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/09/13/349/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/09/13/349/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/01/04/347/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/01/04/347/#comments Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:20:39 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Travel Podcast Japanese Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/01/04/347/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2009/01/04/347/feed/ 00:01:01 Well, its that time. Time again for another, and final, Finding Japan episode by yours truly. It took a while but in this episode, I ... Well, its that time. Time again for another, and final, Finding Japan episode by yours truly. It took a while but in this episode, I say goodbye to Japan and all of the fun times that we had. At nearly two hours long, this episode highlights some of my favorite parts of Japan by revisiting clips from prior episodes. Come revisit the podcast with me as we tour through the experiences I had, things I learned, and people I have met. But rather than give a long-winded overview of the episode, just listen in and enjoy. Details about the future are also enclosed. Thanks again to all of my friends, all of the listeners and contributors to the podcast, everyone who guided me and helped my find my way through the land of the rising sun. This was truly an amazing life experience and I will never forget it. Finding Japan has been archived at archive.org for posterity. This site will cease to exist at some point in the future though I will do my best to maintain the feed. Check archive.org for all of the episodes, including prologues to the podcast. Thank you all. Thoughts, Travel, Podcast, Japanese, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/07/18/346/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/07/18/346/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:06:38 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Travel http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/07/18/346/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/07/18/346/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/28/342/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/28/342/#comments Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:14:33 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/28/342/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/28/342/feed/ 25:05 Photo taken at the Panasonic Center in Ariake, Tokyo, Japan. Cardboard dinosaurs rule! Ok, well not really wrapping it up quite yet. Just some thoughts on ... Photo taken at the Panasonic Center in Ariake, Tokyo, Japan. Cardboard dinosaurs rule! Ok, well not really wrapping it up quite yet. Just some thoughts on paying my last rent payment here in Tokyo, a small request to all listeners, answering a letter to my future self, and more. Che-ch-che-ch-checka-check it out! Show Notes: Paying my last rent payment Listeners - submit your thoughts on your favorite part of FJ Watching an excavator for 2 mins (sorry for leaving that in there) Interlude: "Memories of an Old Dog" by Fireproof Babies Thoughts on video games in Japan Answering future self letter from 1 year ago My Japanese ability Moving out sale Outro: "Uno Two (Instrumental)" by KCentric Thoughts, Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/18/340/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/18/340/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:49:42 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/18/340/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/06/18/340/feed/ 28:03 Hello everyone. Just a few thoughts I'm tossing out as a catch up episode. Join me for lunch on the bay as we sit, chat, ... Hello everyone. Just a few thoughts I'm tossing out as a catch up episode. Join me for lunch on the bay as we sit, chat, and do a little catching up. Also, in this podcast, I was joined by a special feline guest. Tune in here. Show Notes (none because I am lazy tonight) Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/20/339/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/20/339/#comments Mon, 19 May 2008 23:16:39 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/20/339/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/20/339/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/11/338/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/11/338/#comments Sat, 10 May 2008 15:05:56 +0000 Christopher Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/11/338/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/11/338/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/10/336/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/10/336/#comments Sat, 10 May 2008 03:46:37 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/10/336/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/05/10/336/feed/ 34:26 You asked for it, you got it. Straight from my (old) studio to your ears. This episode is 100% sound tour. Put on a pair ... You asked for it, you got it. Straight from my (old) studio to your ears. This episode is 100% sound tour. Put on a pair of nice headphones and sit back to relax to the sounds of the Japan. The following sounds have been recorded during the last year or so and have been collected for your listening enjoyment. Show Notes: Short Intro Clip1: 2007-05-31 Riding the Yurakuchou Line Clip2: 2007-09-19 Ariake TOC Building 7-11 Guy with Music Clip3: 2007-06-01 Crows at Waseda University Clip4: 2007-10-08 Watching Aural Expression Class Video Clip5: 2008-01-18 Singing Lame SMAP Songs in Class Clip6: 2007-07-07 Watching Tokyo Bousaikan (Disaster Preparedness Center) Smoke Video Clip7: 2007-07-15 Awesome French Elevator Music at Doutour Coffee Clip8: 2007-12-16 Chilling at a Club in Kobe Talking about Cats with Awesome Funk Music in the Background (Guest Appearance: Terrance from Kobe Beef) Clip9: 2007-12-16 Kobe Planetarium Presentation Clip10: 2008-04-05 Tokyo Giants Game Clip11: 2007-09-20 Sumo Tournament Match Clip12: 2007-08-08 Inside the Shinkanesen (Accelerating with Train Announcements) Clip13: 2008-04-07 Kanamara Matsuri (a.k.a. Kawasaki Penis Festival) Clip14: 2008-04-06 Crazy Sounding Cement Mixer Clip15: 2008-02-10 Cacophonous Sounds in Iidabashi (with commentary) Clip16: 2007-07-28 Drumming in a Small Park in Shinjuku Travel, Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/04/15/335/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/04/15/335/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:57:45 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/04/15/335/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/04/15/335/feed/ 27:13 I feel like its quiet time. Join me for lunch in Ariake as I talk about what's been going on with me over the past ... I feel like its quiet time. Join me for lunch in Ariake as I talk about what's been going on with me over the past few weeks. Show Notes: Intro - my favorite 7-11 guy Quick Overview of What's Been Up Some Hakone ropeway / cable car Audio Sounds like a spaceship docking bay, for real Interlude - Unmoored (Again) by Fourstones (via ccmixter.org) Some discussion about my visa problems earlier this month Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/11/333/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/11/333/#comments Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:43:49 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/11/333/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/11/333/feed/ 00:01:01 You'll have to wait until the end to get to the saxophone train on this one. No cheating and no fastforwarding. If so you'll miss ... You'll have to wait until the end to get to the saxophone train on this one. No cheating and no fastforwarding. If so you'll miss plenty, including some catch up chat, thoughts on what's been keeping me so busy, and a beer review. :D Show Notes: What's been going on Linda's Arrival Work Meeting up with Saya Meeting up with Scott and Karamoon New Listeners Responding to Blog Comments Projects Economics, finance, and work-related stuff Explaination of how I'd like to keep learning Kanji (help me out) Drink Review Kamakura Beer Daibutsu is there Saxophone train Thoughts, Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/03/332/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/03/332/#comments Mon, 03 Mar 2008 12:13:47 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/03/332/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/03/03/332/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/16/328/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/16/328/#comments Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:07:11 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/16/328/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/16/328/feed/ 55:23 Ever wonder what its like to sit in someone's pocket as they walk around Tokyo?? Now is your chance to find out! In this episode, ... Ever wonder what its like to sit in someone's pocket as they walk around Tokyo?? Now is your chance to find out! In this episode, I take a commute to Tokyu Hands leaving the recorder on for the full monty. I also talk about two fairly interesting topics. If you're into sound tours, you'll enjoy this episode. Show Notes: Pre-show - explanation of show format Current Laundry Setup Screwing around with my laundry machine Walk to Kuramae Hanging out with Scott from Tokyo Calling Needed the de-stressing from my visa issues Talking about co-habitation with the fiancee Quick stop at Lawsons (19:00) Cement truck turning sound Brief explanation of numbers on train maps Kuramae to Iidabashi (9 minutes edited out) Construction warnings Really annoying alien sound Running into the same guy who sold me food the day before Iidabashi to Ikebukuro (42:00 - 51:45) Trying to find the right exit Talking about usage of strange English The Bic Camera audio Assault! (45:00) Almost going to McDonalds for coffee Sonna no kankei nai advertisement (51:00) Tokyu Hands Valentine's Day explosion! Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/07/326/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/07/326/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:45:27 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/07/326/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/07/326/feed/ 31:44 Let's get deep again. I tried to mix it up with some pleasant thoughts, some interesting sights, and of course, always deep deep riveting commentary ... Let's get deep again. I tried to mix it up with some pleasant thoughts, some interesting sights, and of course, always deep deep riveting commentary from yours truly (sarcasm goes to 11, you know). Show Notes: Some thoughts about Saizeriya Topic: Japan Makes You Busy A bit about my lifestyle Spending my time on the computer "The Four Hour Separation" 1 hr of screwing around 1 hr of reading 1 hr of art 1 hr of life [Musical Break] Why is it necessary? Opportunity overload 6 hours spent doing nothing this weekend Putting more "real" in realtime Train announcer gets on my nerves Escalator Apologizers Some Closing Thoughts Music - "Atlantic Midnight" by Jaspertine from CCMixter.org Music - "Drugstar" by Pthalo Thoughts, Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/04/325/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/04/325/#comments Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:05:39 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/04/325/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/04/325/feed/ 2:03 Another short video post. This time, lets ride the Yurikamome 8-bit style! Enjoy! Another short video post. This time, lets ride the Yurikamome 8-bit style! Enjoy! Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/03/322/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/03/322/#comments Sun, 03 Feb 2008 02:50:14 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/03/322/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/03/322/feed/ 31:02 It's snowing in Tokyo, so what better way to spend it than bring you all with me on a trip to McDonalds for breakfast. In ... It's snowing in Tokyo, so what better way to spend it than bring you all with me on a trip to McDonalds for breakfast. In this episode, I tough it out through the muck and power-line slush bombs to chat about Japanese people and alcohol consumption. This episode is not very organized but there's plenty to listen to and some music mixed in as well. Enjoy. Show Notes Part One It's snowing The guy who drank too much last night Yakiniku 食べ放題、飲み放題 Japanese paramedics Intermission "Fixing My Brain" by Gillies (from CCMixter.org) Ordering breakfast at McDonalds "Colors Shifting" by Electric West (from CCMixter.org) Part Two Throwup girl in the train station San Nakji's interview series, I'm next Phone call Bought some Dekavita Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/01/320/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/01/320/#comments Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:15:22 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/01/320/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/02/01/320/feed/ 2:55 See, the great thing about only having work now is that I have time to do stuff like this. This video is from the Osaka ... See, the great thing about only having work now is that I have time to do stuff like this. This video is from the Osaka Aquarium, one of the largest in the world according to their website. In this clip, we get a good view of the main tank for a few moments while I rested amidst the gaggles of children. Travel, Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/30/318/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/30/318/#comments Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:31:36 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Photography Audio Podcast MBA http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/30/318/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/30/318/feed/ 35:12 Probably the fast episode I have ever put together, but a good one at that. I've got two main chunks of goodness in this episode. ... Probably the fast episode I have ever put together, but a good one at that. I've got two main chunks of goodness in this episode. First, I talk a little about the CEO at my company and how I see Japanese companies changing. Second, we go on a sound tour of arcades in Ikebukuro looking for Guitar Hero. Will we find it? Listen in. Show Notes: Working full time CEO Story Ikebukuro Arcade "Sound Tour" Thoughts, Photography, Audio Podcast, MBA Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/27/317/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/27/317/#comments Sun, 27 Jan 2008 05:28:04 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/27/317/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/27/317/feed/ 34:59 A little different approach today. I take a stab at story telling and answer a letter from my future self. It finally came today! Show Notes: School's ... A little different approach today. I take a stab at story telling and answer a letter from my future self. It finally came today! Show Notes: School's out! Well almost Answering a letter to my future self The Overcoat Dan Carlin's website WNYC Radio Lab website Brief comment about the awards thing Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/314/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/314/#comments Sat, 19 Jan 2008 07:52:59 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/314/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/314/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/316/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/316/#comments Sat, 19 Jan 2008 03:58:17 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/316/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/19/316/feed/ 29:37 This is for all of you who have had trouble downloading the latest episode. I put a link in the blog post itself as well, ... This is for all of you who have had trouble downloading the latest episode. I put a link in the blog post itself as well, which I think confused Feedburner. So because of that, here's a quick repost. If you've already downloaded, I apologize but I wanted to make sure the people who were having trouble are able to get it. Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/17/315/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/17/315/#comments Thu, 17 Jan 2008 14:23:08 +0000 Christopher Japanese Nerding Out Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/17/315/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/17/315/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/14/310/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/14/310/#comments Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:24:53 +0000 Christopher Podcast Japanese Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/14/310/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/14/310/feed/ 29:37 Perhaps I should have accepted an award for the worst haircut-cast ever. At any rate, we've got two topics for you this time around. A ... Perhaps I should have accepted an award for the worst haircut-cast ever. At any rate, we've got two topics for you this time around. A bit about the award discussion from the previous blog post but even more from the center of cheap haircuts in Japan, QB House. Show Notes: Leopard upgrade completed Throat hurts - getting a cold? Great discussion on the site, thanks! Award Discussion Make sure you check out JapanPodcasters.com Brief listing of some of the podcasts there We need to resurrect the Kobe Beef show Haircut at QB House QB House Website Haircut costs only 1000円, how can you lose! Prior art: Rich Pav's Hair Cut Cast from May 2005 Notes about audio Television sounding thing - radio Fascination with vacuuming my head A little weather and language discussion The entire audio clip available here: QB House Full Podcast, Japanese, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/309/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/309/#comments Sun, 06 Jan 2008 23:55:33 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/309/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/309/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/307/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/307/#comments Sun, 06 Jan 2008 23:42:57 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/307/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2008/01/07/307/feed/ 27:38 I'm back in Japan finally. After a wonderfully great time with my family and friends, I'm back to the grind here in Tokyo. A quick ... I'm back in Japan finally. After a wonderfully great time with my family and friends, I'm back to the grind here in Tokyo. A quick update of my travels and some brief impressions after leaving and then returning to this country. Enjoy! Show Notes: Arrived back in Japan Been up for 22 and 1/2 hours New toys from Christmas Continental Airlines entertainment systems Getting Into Tokyo - Narita Express vs. Keisei Skyliner My occluded view of Mount Fuji Impressions on leaving Japan Impressions on coming back to Japan Travel, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/29/305/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/29/305/#comments Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:44:37 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/29/305/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/29/305/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/21/303/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/21/303/#comments Fri, 21 Dec 2007 02:21:58 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/21/303/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/21/303/feed/ 2:00 Nothing fancy, just a quick holiday message to all of you. Happy Holidays! Nothing fancy, just a quick holiday message to all of you. Happy Holidays! Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/12/302/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/12/302/#comments Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:21:47 +0000 Christopher Japanese Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/12/302/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/12/302/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/06/301/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/06/301/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:15:42 +0000 Christopher Travel Photography http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/06/301/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/06/301/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/02/295/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/02/295/#comments Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:18:12 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/02/295/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/12/02/295/feed/ 47:42 Can you believe it, another coffee episode already!!! This time recorded completely live over Skype, warts and all. Joined by the illustrious Fred, we talk ... Can you believe it, another coffee episode already!!! This time recorded completely live over Skype, warts and all. Joined by the illustrious Fred, we talk about his new coffee machine as well as do a short sound tour of some places to drink coffee in Japan. Come along for the ride with us and grab your cup of coffee! Show Notes: Explosive laughing intro Fred's rant about podcasts People who talk about how they make podcasts on their podcasts Joking about the FindingJapan DVD Reminiscing about "Netiquette" Why we're talking about coffee Talking about the previous original video episodes before the official FJ episodes started The original coffee episode - Episode 21 Doutor Single Service Packs Fred's New Coffee Machine A magical tour of Fred brewing coffee Discussion of froth vs. no froth with automatic coffee makers Baronette flavored coffee taste test Japan Coffee Place Audio Sound Tour Review Clip 1 - Starbucks in Asakusa Clip 2 - Campus Coffee Shop at Waseda University Clip 3 - Excelsior in Ikebukuro Clip 4 - Doutor in Ueno Station Hot and Cold Perhaps a non-coffee related show with Fred about Japan in the future?? Thoughts, Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/28/294/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/28/294/#comments Wed, 28 Nov 2007 05:06:25 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/28/294/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/28/294/feed/ 2:52 Short video clip from the Tokyo Game Show. I only had my cell phone on me that day so I was only able to get ... Short video clip from the Tokyo Game Show. I only had my cell phone on me that day so I was only able to get some small video. No narration or commentary, just some sights from the show. Hope you enjoy! Travel, Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/297/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/297/#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:28:26 +0000 Christopher Art Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/297/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/297/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/296/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/296/#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:17:03 +0000 Christopher Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/296/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/25/296/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/24/287/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/24/287/#comments Sat, 24 Nov 2007 03:19:21 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/24/287/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/24/287/feed/ 21:28 Another cell phone cast recorded last week sometime, maybe even two weeks ago. I spend some time talking about learning how to communicate and the ... Another cell phone cast recorded last week sometime, maybe even two weeks ago. I spend some time talking about learning how to communicate and the purpose of language learning. Show Notes Walking back from Kamata A lot of talk about "communication" and "communicating" Check out Rich Pav's Japlish Podcast Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/291/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/291/#comments Sun, 18 Nov 2007 10:02:02 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/291/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/291/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/289/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/289/#comments Sun, 18 Nov 2007 02:41:04 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out Art http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/289/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/18/289/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/17/286/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/17/286/#comments Sat, 17 Nov 2007 09:34:11 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/17/286/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/17/286/feed/ 37:10 Alex and I had an impromptu drink review session after returning from Asakusa last week to grab some yaki-niku. Listen as we bring you through ... Alex and I had an impromptu drink review session after returning from Asakusa last week to grab some yaki-niku. Listen as we bring you through ears through a journey of thirst quenching Chu-Hi's from both Suntory and Kirin. Some non-serious topics to lighten me up after this crazy week of studying and exams. Enjoy! Show Notes: Intro by Alex Dueling Suntory and Kirin drinks Suntory 196 Ume Kirin Apple Nouveau Chu-Hi Final Fantasy Potion Drink Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/04/284/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/04/284/#comments Sun, 04 Nov 2007 13:06:50 +0000 Christopher Japanese Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/04/284/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/04/284/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/03/282/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/03/282/#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 09:11:19 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/03/282/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/11/03/282/feed/ 26:13 In this episode, I get the podcasting done while commuting back home after a long day of work on Monday. Since time is short, its ... In this episode, I get the podcasting done while commuting back home after a long day of work on Monday. Since time is short, its time to find creative ways to squeeze in the content. I think this format works and if you can get over the cell phone quality, I think its a keeper! Hope you enjoy! Thanks for the feedback on episode 43 Maximizing time with my new schedule The 7AM to 8PM schedule Study on the train between school and work Podcast on the phone between work and train and school and train Trains stopped Got hit with two late trains on Monday Nice to see the daylight in the morning while on the train Get out of jail free card paper for being late Addendum to Office Episode Document check sheet (sorry for the wind in Tsukishima) Spa flyers Short trip to Lawson's Scaring people by talking to myself Funny in-store music Nice "LAWSONS!!!" right when I left Talking about my things I want to do list Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/27/281/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/27/281/#comments Sat, 27 Oct 2007 11:54:08 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/27/281/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/27/281/feed/ 29:14 This show is a little heavy. I talk about culture and learning about what my responsibility to my country might be. A little retrospective, a ... This show is a little heavy. I talk about culture and learning about what my responsibility to my country might be. A little retrospective, a little forward looking, and a little bit of Oni Koroshi sake for the show. I also throw in an audio bit from the redubbed GI Joe PSAs that I love. Enjoy. Show Notes: Shout out to San who's closer to Japan right now Discerning Asian languages Culture Distance from my country Cultural interactions within Japan My responsibility back to my country Quick story about umbrella (somewhere in there) GI Joe PSA - Japanese Version (watch on YouTube) Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/21/279/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/21/279/#comments Sun, 21 Oct 2007 08:19:55 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/21/279/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/21/279/feed/ 25:16 I'm in a funk, there are no two ways around it. Well, actually just been really busy and have been enjoying the relaxing with the ... I'm in a funk, there are no two ways around it. Well, actually just been really busy and have been enjoying the relaxing with the little free time I have. I do manage to bang out a few topics. Hope it works. Here we go. Show Notes: Japanese school boys Thanks for the 作文 feedback Better Japanese support in OS X Leopard Japanese-English dictionary and thesaurus Feature list WWWJDIC Online Dictionary Windows XP Japanese Input Help Shimizu Mega-city Pyramid Wikipedia link Hope it gets built before I die Discovery Channel Extreme Engineering Interactive Site Link Meta Talk Ronald Donald MacDonald Coffee episode update Should I start a Mogulus Channel? Almost bought an iPod touch Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/17/277/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/17/277/#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:27:15 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Japanese http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/17/277/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/17/277/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/07/276/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/07/276/#comments Sun, 07 Oct 2007 07:09:07 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Photography http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/07/276/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/07/276/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/05/274/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/05/274/#comments Fri, 05 Oct 2007 07:48:36 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/05/274/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/05/274/feed/ 32:34 Alex and I do a quick drink review, I reflect on my life for a hot second, and I attempt to talk about Japanese schoolboys ... Alex and I do a quick drink review, I reflect on my life for a hot second, and I attempt to talk about Japanese schoolboys but don't quite get to it. Banging out the podcasts in less than an hour now, get this episode while its fresh! Show Notes Genki Intro Audio Clip from Monday night New School Schedule and feeling mellow on a Monday evening Nice to see Tokyo skyline at night again Since Monday Stressing out What does one want to do with their life? "Reading" David Whyte's - The Heart Aroused Celebrating a difficult week complete with a Shirokirin Beer Drink Review 2 SA's - Calpis Fizz Light Style 1/2 SA - Nikka, Natural Mizuwari Trying to do math while drinking whiskey NEWSFLASH: Convenience stores in Japan are the first place new drinks are released! Check out Way of the Grape Next topic will have to wait Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/04/273/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/04/273/#comments Thu, 04 Oct 2007 04:43:39 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/04/273/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/04/273/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/02/269/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/02/269/#comments Tue, 02 Oct 2007 12:20:29 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/02/269/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/10/02/269/feed/ 32:40 Scott Lockman's latest episode beat me to the punch on the sumo update, but his update on sumo was much more informative than mine so ... Scott Lockman's latest episode beat me to the punch on the sumo update, but his update on sumo was much more informative than mine so go check it out. If you want audio from sumo, you can get that in this next episode. Recorded right after I was able to get my cord fixed last week, I touch upon sumo and a few other topics. Enjoy! Show Notes: More about my power cord AppleCare rules! Homelessness in Japan The guy under the bridge The guy who asked me for "hungry" The guys who live in Internet cafe's Only in Japan - strangest vending machine to date Sumo Wrestling Audio clip Zombie cleaning crew Audio clip Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast, Only in Japan Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/271/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/271/#comments Sun, 30 Sep 2007 13:24:02 +0000 Christopher Japanese http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/271/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/271/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/270/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/270/#comments Sun, 30 Sep 2007 02:58:42 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/270/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/30/270/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/27/267/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/27/267/#comments Thu, 27 Sep 2007 10:58:23 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/27/267/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/27/267/feed/ 37:40 On my way to Akiba (Akihabara), I speak on a few topics after discovering a huge fire hazard in my apartment. Find out more by ... On my way to Akiba (Akihabara), I speak on a few topics after discovering a huge fire hazard in my apartment. Find out more by listening below. Show Notes: Walking to Akihabara Crazy thing with my power adapter A little gear-talk School starts on October 1st for me - skipping a level, suicide? Politics Too much politics research Waiting for Scott's "What's Up America" Being away from home and how it affects your views Darth Vader Looking like him Dream I had about him when I was a kid Tattoos in Japan More insights on work Emergency rescue kit bag Sleepy time Power using MS Excel My rant about "Lifehacking" The podcaster biorhythm Follow-up story Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/22/266/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/22/266/#comments Sat, 22 Sep 2007 14:57:16 +0000 Christopher Travel Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/22/266/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/22/266/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/17/261/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/17/261/#comments Mon, 17 Sep 2007 06:00:24 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Japanese Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/17/261/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/17/261/feed/ 3:10 Man and beast collide... well not really. But we did get to hang out with some deer. Enjoy the sites of us interacting with some ... Man and beast collide... well not really. But we did get to hang out with some deer. Enjoy the sites of us interacting with some deer on the island of Miyajima during our vacation in this quick 3 minute video, complete with mellow music for your deer-viewing enjoyment. Notice he goes right for the star in that photo! Travel, Podcast, Japanese, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/12/258/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/12/258/#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:49:17 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Japanese Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/12/258/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/12/258/feed/ 37:39 Seems like this turned out to be the review episode. A Kanji dictionary, a great g4 video podcast to share, and some podcasting software review ... Seems like this turned out to be the review episode. A Kanji dictionary, a great g4 video podcast to share, and some podcasting software review action. Is this podcast really about Japan?! And why do I mention sheep being on the radio? Find out if you listen here. Let's go! Show Notes: Intro Getting motivated to bring out some more content Review of Kanji Sonomama Rakubiki Jiten DS Dictionary Who should get it Where you can get it Play Asia Features G4 Code Monkeys Great clip from a great online show iTunes RSS Feed here Other G4 podcasts Review of Ubercaster Podcasting tool Great functionality Poor performance in editing Update: Turning off waveforms really helps though Update: Ubercaster is now available for a discount, see the site for details. Thoughts, Podcast, Japanese, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/10/257/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/10/257/#comments Sun, 09 Sep 2007 22:09:08 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/10/257/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/10/257/feed/ 58:08 Alex joins in for the conversation about our Mt. Fuji experiences. We get sidetracked a little bit first with a few random topics: movie theaters ... Alex joins in for the conversation about our Mt. Fuji experiences. We get sidetracked a little bit first with a few random topics: movie theaters in Asakusa, and the saga of our washing machine. I originally thought this would be a multi-topic episode including the review of the Nintendo DS dictionary and Ubercaster, but alas it wouldn't fit - we'll save that for episode 37. Picture above is for SanNakji: "Yes those are vending machines". Alex and I hope you enjoy this nearly hour long episode! Show Notes: Intro Movie Theaters in Asakusa Washing Machine Troubles Mount Fuji Getting to Mount Fuji Stations Descent Wrap Up Travel, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/255/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/255/#comments Wed, 05 Sep 2007 12:12:56 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/255/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/255/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/237/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/237/#comments Wed, 05 Sep 2007 06:30:58 +0000 Christopher Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/237/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/05/237/feed/ 1:53 One of my most favorite characters in this neighborhood is the Yaki Imo delivery truck. Yaki means grilled and Imo means potato. In this case, ... One of my most favorite characters in this neighborhood is the Yaki Imo delivery truck. Yaki means grilled and Imo means potato. In this case, this guy sells grilled sweet potatoes. But his method of cruising through the neighborhood should not be taken likely. This man is a pro, even if the recording skips just a little bit. Unfortunately, we haven't seen Mr. Yaki Imo in a while so we're not quite sure if we will ever get to eat one. But if he comes back, rest assured I will be the first one on my block waiting for that sweet delicious treat. Enjoy! Oh, and here are the lyrics to the song. Let's all sing along. 焼き芋〜〜、焼き芋〜〜〜、石焼〜〜〜〜〜〜き芋〜〜〜、焼き芋〜〜〜 yakimo~~, yakiimo~~~, ishi ya~~~~kiimo~~~~~, yakiimo~~~~ roasted potato, roasted potato, stone roasted potato, roasted potato Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/01/239/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/01/239/#comments Sat, 01 Sep 2007 08:34:01 +0000 Christopher Travel Photography Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/01/239/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/09/01/239/feed/ 2:20 This is a short slideshow of some sights and sounds captured in Asakusa during the Tanabata festival. The history and meaning behind the Tanabata festival ... This is a short slideshow of some sights and sounds captured in Asakusa during the Tanabata festival. The history and meaning behind the Tanabata festival is quite romantic and really quite interesting. Check out some more info here on Wikipedia. Enjoy the mellow music and shades of blue as I walk you through Asakusa to Ueno taking in the sights and sounds of the festival. This is a larger frame size file but the download should be very short, only about 4MB or so. Make sure you download and view it. Viewing it here on the website will not let it display in its full size. If you like this format, please let me know. I would love to get some feedback on it. This type of video podcast is very fun to put together and doesn't take much time. I'm using what I've learned from Stuart Isset's piece I featured back in April. Travel, Photography, Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/29/252/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/29/252/#comments Wed, 29 Aug 2007 11:46:17 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Japanese Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/29/252/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/29/252/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/27/251/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/27/251/#comments Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:16:22 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Japanese Audio Podcast Art http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/27/251/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/27/251/feed/ 42:03 I think this is one of the longest episodes to date. Chock full o' music and my limited insight, I think this episode also clocks ... I think this is one of the longest episodes to date. Chock full o' music and my limited insight, I think this episode also clocks in at one of the finest sounding episodes to date. Sweet sounds and tender music, you get this episode at a slightly higher quality (due to the high music content) for absolutely nothing! Show Notes: Intro Katakana difficulty and reading tips My personal story about Katakana difficulty Some tips Don't assume they're English words Translate after saying it Have fun Regain Commercial Japanese commercials in general Original blog post about Regain commercial from Marxy Link to YouTube Regain commercial What commercials say about the culture of a society Work / life balance - is it really here in Japan? Only in Japan Special guest joins us for Only in Japan Links to the signs Reading 1 Reading 2 Reading 3 Reading 4 Music: "The World is Moving Too Fast" by Drye Glassmeyer courtesy of The PodsafeMusic Network Japanese music for inspiration YMCK Description of Nerd-core music? YMCK Official website Samples "8 Bit Magical Tour" "Kira Kira" Marxy Marxy's Blog Marxy's Site with Music Links Sample Track "Beaus in Disarray" on Creation Centre website Outro Thanks to people who have commented Outro track - "Neoplasticism vs. De Stijl" by Marxy Thoughts, Podcast, Japanese, Audio Podcast, Art Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/20/247/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/20/247/#comments Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:42:22 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/20/247/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/20/247/feed/ 28:11 I'm BACK in the saddle again! I'm BACK!!! I've had that song stuck in my head all day. Get whatever song you have stuck in ... I'm BACK in the saddle again! I'm BACK!!! I've had that song stuck in my head all day. Get whatever song you have stuck in your head right out by listening to this next episode and me making excuses why I've been gone so long. I semi-experiment with new podcasting software that will "hopefully" make me more "productive" and provide a small music interlude at the end related to the movie Akira. Show Notes Introduction and updates Where's Calling Tokyo Calling New setup for podcasting Vacation Overview Things I notice being back in Tokyo Tokyo is really clean I feel at home in Tokyo, I think I've turned into "scary man" Indonesian Gamelan Music Clip from Akira Performance from ad-hoc matsuri in Shinjuku Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/246/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/246/#comments Sun, 19 Aug 2007 14:39:07 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/246/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/246/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/245/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/245/#comments Sun, 19 Aug 2007 14:31:08 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Nerding Out Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/245/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/08/19/245/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/27/243/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/27/243/#comments Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:46:17 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/27/243/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/27/243/feed/ 10:20 Just a brief update before Fuji-san. We're heading out today but I wanted to get a quick response to the last episode out, talk briefly ... Just a brief update before Fuji-san. We're heading out today but I wanted to get a quick response to the last episode out, talk briefly about Disneyland, and just say hi. Having lots of fun here in Tokyo and surrounding areas. For Fuji-san, we will be taking some audio at each stop so you all can get the heavy breathing experience as we attempt to climb to the top. More to come next week! Stay tuned! Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/21/242/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/21/242/#comments Sat, 21 Jul 2007 03:03:41 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/21/242/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/21/242/feed/ 29:32 Having fun without a bike, find out why in today's episode. Also, I talk a little bit about Tanabata and share some audio from the ... Having fun without a bike, find out why in today's episode. Also, I talk a little bit about Tanabata and share some audio from the Tanabata parade in Asakusa from about 3 weeks ago. Lots has been going on but we'll keep the episodes coming out. Enjoy. Show Notes: Playing Battlefield 2142 A few more comments on Japanese rain Getting my bike stolen Japanese police My bike description Hanko or no hanko Dealing with the feelings afterwards Tanabata Short description of the mythology behind Tanabata Audio tour of the parade Brief update on what's going on Big vacation coming up Thanks for the downloads More material post-vacation coming Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/16/240/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/16/240/#comments Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:24:44 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/16/240/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/16/240/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/07/236/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/07/236/#comments Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:33:25 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/07/236/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/07/236/feed/ 40:55 Its coffee time again. Join me for round two of my discussion with Fred on the finer points of Japanese coffee. If you're not sick ... Its coffee time again. Join me for round two of my discussion with Fred on the finer points of Japanese coffee. If you're not sick of hearing the word "coffee" yet, you will be after this episode. Grab a cup and enjoy! Show Notes: Milk teas, bubble teas, what's going on here? Fred thinks Doutor is the best in the world In-shop Doutor iced coffee discussion with Alex Internet Cafes / Denny's Coffee (Millstone) Coffee Crown Trend of instant coffee This was recorded a while ago so my outro comments may seem out of context. Hope you like it anyway. Cheers! Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/03/234/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/03/234/#comments Tue, 03 Jul 2007 12:00:15 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out Only in Japan http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/03/234/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/07/03/234/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/28/232/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/28/232/#comments Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:41:20 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/28/232/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/28/232/feed/ 3:57 Video killed the podcast star. Well, I'm certainly no star, so I guess I have nothing to worry about. Today's episode comes in video form. This ... Video killed the podcast star. Well, I'm certainly no star, so I guess I have nothing to worry about. Today's episode comes in video form. This little gem has been on my hard drive for over 2 months! Finally time to get it out as I rev up for some more audio goodness. In this episode, you can watch me play Sega Initial-D, my favorite arcade game at the moment. Why is it my favorite? Well because I have a little Initial-D IC card license that allows me to save my progress. So it's much more satisfying to know that my 100円 coins are going to a pointless accomplishment that can be tracked, rather than just a pointless activity. Caution, this is poorly edited and for video game nerds only. Editing my camera phone footage doesn't exactly jive with Final Cut Pro at the moment. But do check out the vibration effect from the camera phone. It's like you're really there playing the game with me! (^_^) Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/27/231/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/27/231/#comments Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:16:46 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/27/231/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/27/231/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/24/229/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/24/229/#comments Sun, 24 Jun 2007 10:56:04 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Japanese Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/24/229/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/24/229/feed/ 46:00 Its been 8 days, what's wrong with me?! Find out more by tuning in here. I share a little bit of my personal life and ... Its been 8 days, what's wrong with me?! Find out more by tuning in here. I share a little bit of my personal life and plans for the next few days, talk about some scary little Japanese girl, answer questions about Japan and more. 行きましょう！ Show Notes Quick update Short story about Harajuku girls Planning my summer vacation Kobe Beef episode with some ideas. School update Presentation trip with my professor Lessons learned from his teaching style Sound scene (seeing) tour: Japanese Little League Game Story: Scary Little Girls!! Only in Japan: Pineapple Kit Kat Click for a larger picture Questions: Answered today: "Easy or hard to meet Japanese people on more than just a superficial level?" (From San from SNA Podcast) Quick chat about my friend Japanese people really similar to American people in "worldliness" Tangent: Youth Culture article in BusinessWeek 6-month future self question: "What do you think American can learn from Japan and what thing would you like to see in your own country that Japan has?" (Also from San from the SNA Podcast) Wrap up and thanks Thoughts, Podcast, Japanese, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/19/225/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/19/225/#comments Tue, 19 Jun 2007 13:02:44 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/19/225/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/19/225/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/16/224/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/16/224/#comments Fri, 15 Jun 2007 15:02:25 +0000 Christopher Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/16/224/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/16/224/feed/ 48:12 Show Notes: Quick Updates Catching up with school because of Hashika Been in Japan over 90 days! Japanese rain, its different, for real! Preparing for summer vacation Matsuri How I got involved ... Show Notes: Quick Updates Catching up with school because of Hashika Been in Japan over 90 days! Japanese rain, its different, for real! Preparing for summer vacation Matsuri How I got involved in this matsuri Photos from the Sanja Matsuri Outfits / Tabi / Happi Photos from the matsuri I was in Mikoshi What I had to do Shaking the Mikoshi around in front of a guys house (Kim Chi break) The aftermath "Ssa Ssa Ssa Sssaaaa" guy What I think I learned Impromptu Only in Japan - neighborhood music New Finding Japan Segment LTMFS (listen to find out what this means) Way to ask your own question Email: christopher [a t] findingjapan [d o t] com Voicemail: check the sidebar Outro and thanks Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/09/221/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/09/221/#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2007 15:21:18 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/09/221/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/09/221/feed/ 40:03 The office episode has finally arrived, 6 weeks after I had started to do the recordings. Get the skinny on my first 6 weeks in ... The office episode has finally arrived, 6 weeks after I had started to do the recordings. Get the skinny on my first 6 weeks in a Japanese office, differences I have found, comparisons I was able to make. Though I'm sure there is much more I could have said, I at least hope that the parts I left in are interesting. Show Notes: Introduction Japanese office observations My initial viewpoint - short history American cube-life Physical layout - Oobeya seido (大部屋制度) Organizational structure Vibe of a Japanese office Speed of response Attentiveness to particular details Meeting formalities Planning things ahead IT worker stereotypes Slouch guy Hypochondriac guy Sweaty guy Japanese working hours Prevalence of company commitment Omiage as an example of this commitment East coast US / Japan time difference advantage Side Topic: Yurikamome Peeps? Things I take for granted Knowing when you are understood Explaining complex topics Outro and thanks Tokyo Calling Kobe Beef Show HerroFlomJapan Hello From Michigan SNA Podcast Life in the Shadows Dicks and Janes Music featured in the podcast - Pthalo (scroll to bottom to find albums) Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/04/220/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/04/220/#comments Mon, 04 Jun 2007 13:49:43 +0000 Christopher Thoughts http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/04/220/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/04/220/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/01/219/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/01/219/#comments Fri, 01 Jun 2007 14:44:17 +0000 Christopher Podcast Japanese Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/01/219/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/06/01/219/feed/ 22:22 This episode is about my Japanese language ability, or lack thereof. This week in class, we had to perform our second interview project where we ... This episode is about my Japanese language ability, or lack thereof. This week in class, we had to perform our second interview project where we interview students on campus. This time, I brought the recorder along. In this episode, I share the actual interview audio and reflect a bit on my ability after being in Japan for over two months now. Show notes: Time shifted intro (What day is it really?) Interview audio Intro with Alex (from France) First interview attempt (got "nai"-ed by 3 girls) Second Interview Third Interview Fourth Interview Some reflections after listening to the episode myself Podcast, Japanese, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/29/215/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/29/215/#comments Tue, 29 May 2007 00:25:43 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/29/215/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/29/215/feed/ 18:00 This was something I had been meaning to do since I arrived in Japan. Alex and I headed out to Namco Namja Town in Ikebukuro ... This was something I had been meaning to do since I arrived in Japan. Alex and I headed out to Namco Namja Town in Ikebukuro (map) this past Saturday in search of miracle fruit. I heard about miracle fruit about 6 months ago and was surprised to hear that it was available in Japan. I wrote myself a note and that note popped up in front of me this weekend so off we went. Miracle fruit is the common name of Synsepalum dulcificum, a berry containing miraculin which has the power to stop sour tastes in their tracks. Alex and I went out to find the Miracle Fruit Cafe in Namja Town and this episode is our audio experience of trying miracle fruit. Instead of show notes. I'm posting pictures and links here. The show is just us talking. Show Notes: Miracle Fruit Wikipedia entry Namja Town website Links to Miracle Fruit photos from the restaurant Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/27/217/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/27/217/#comments Sun, 27 May 2007 03:57:53 +0000 Christopher Japanese Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/27/217/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/27/217/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/212/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/212/#comments Fri, 25 May 2007 23:03:59 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/212/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/212/feed/ 1:09 A short only-in-japan video episode segment to take you over the weekend hump. I've often walked by the Sumida River and have seen this very ... A short only-in-japan video episode segment to take you over the weekend hump. I've often walked by the Sumida River and have seen this very strange-looking boat sailing up and down the river. I stealthily hunted it down and have finally published here for the world to see. Alternate video link (Google Video) Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/213/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/213/#comments Fri, 25 May 2007 15:07:28 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/213/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/26/213/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/24/209/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/24/209/#comments Wed, 23 May 2007 23:33:53 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/24/209/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/24/209/feed/ 32:08 The coffee episode had landed! Well at least 1/2 half of it. Fred joins me live from Times Square as we discuss the ins and ... The coffee episode had landed! Well at least 1/2 half of it. Fred joins me live from Times Square as we discuss the ins and outs of various coffee experiences in Japan. Scott Lockman provides a cameo from Allez France in Tokyo. It's always interesting in these parts. And since I ended up having much more material than I anticipated, this special will be brought to you in two, yes two, episodes. Combine a little bit of background noise from the skype / laptop mic, and voila ... a perfectly listen-able episode for your coffee curiosity satisfying pleasure. Enjoy! Show Notes: Intro Music - "Hologram Jesus" by Pthalo Coffee Music - "Coffee Man" by Calvin Owens The "Detroit Story" Some high-level comparisons of coffee shops in Japan Starbucks Discussion on sugar types Coffee even at Mos Burger McDonalds Allez France (direct from Scott Lockman of Tokyo Calling) Vending Machine Coffee Boss coffee - since 1992 Vending machine photo link we discuss "Black" coffee Coffee cans What makes vending machine coffee great Machine brewed coffee - Flavia machine at work Podcast, Nerding Out, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/21/208/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/21/208/#comments Mon, 21 May 2007 13:10:56 +0000 Christopher Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/21/208/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/21/208/feed/ 5:58 Original photo here (used via CC license) In this video episode, come along with me and ride the Yurikamome most of the way to Shinbashi. Loosely ... Original photo here (used via CC license) In this video episode, come along with me and ride the Yurikamome most of the way to Shinbashi. Loosely edited, but you will get to see many of the strange buildings with unique architecture along the way, including the Fuji Television building. The "red" dot is my camera light, not a UFO. Enjoy! Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/19/206/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/19/206/#comments Sat, 19 May 2007 14:27:26 +0000 Christopher Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/19/206/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/19/206/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/18/204/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/18/204/#comments Thu, 17 May 2007 15:15:40 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/18/204/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/18/204/feed/ 42:01 You better believe it .... this episode is action-packed and quite possibly, the longest FJ episode to date! I managed to fit in the commute ... You better believe it .... this episode is action-packed and quite possibly, the longest FJ episode to date! I managed to fit in the commute cast (complete with official PASMO song), dinner boats, slip on shoes, podcasting pre-cursors, supermarkets, transvestite bands, and more. What started as a short stint in the park on a beautiful Saturday afternoon turned into a full blown episode. Though its a bit windy and I often "pop" the microphone, I hope you all still enjoy. Show Notes: I screw up the episode number so I substituted it with a mac voice Commute Cast Material from last month's discussion with Alex PASMO song - watch it here JR Rail Pass Student Passes The One Card I Need - PASMO Student Pass Dinner boats in the Sumida River Slip-on-shoes More Talk about Podcasts Pre-cursors to podcasting Listener material from Japan NPR's Lost and Found Sound - The Vietnam Tapes of Lance Corporal Michael A. Baronowski When this project is finished, I will put it on archive.org Japanese supermarket experiences My latest tachinomi experience A night without English Meeting the manager of a transvestite synth-pop band Only in Japan - Playboy Logo branded items Closing Various thanks 10% of FJ traffic last month came from Tokyo Calling Request to other Japan podcasters Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/15/202/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/15/202/#comments Mon, 14 May 2007 15:19:44 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/15/202/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/15/202/feed/ 18:01 Just a quick 18 minute update for episode 18. I really didn't plan it that way, weird. One main topic and a bunch blabber divided ... Just a quick 18 minute update for episode 18. I really didn't plan it that way, weird. One main topic and a bunch blabber divided into two parts. Enjoy! Show Notes: Part I - AM Planned material ahead, ごめん、ね！ Coffee episode audio is recorded Quick stop at the conbini Police officers - part two Thinking more with an open mind Boredoms - buy the album at the iTMS Part II - PM What's going on at work More open mind blabber "Summer Madness" by Kool and The Gang Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/13/201/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/13/201/#comments Sun, 13 May 2007 04:53:51 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/13/201/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/13/201/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/06/199/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/06/199/#comments Sun, 06 May 2007 12:32:33 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/06/199/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/06/199/feed/ 13:49 I took the chance during this rainy day to walk around Asakusa and just spout random thoughts into my cell phone. Listening back, it wasn't ... I took the chance during this rainy day to walk around Asakusa and just spout random thoughts into my cell phone. Listening back, it wasn't all that bad so I'm posting it as a podcast episode. This one feels a little more intimate and fun I think. Plus, there is all sorts of great things to listen for in the background. Enjoy! Show Notes: Another haircut at QB House Looking for headphones in Asakusa Eating breakfast at Denny's (menu photo 1 / menu photo 2) Comments on restaurants in general Children's book I'm reading Link to Amazon.co.jp page for it Coffee episode coming soon Comments on various store fronts I pass by Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/05/196/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/05/196/#comments Sat, 05 May 2007 09:32:29 +0000 Christopher Japanese Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/05/196/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/05/196/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/04/195/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/04/195/#comments Fri, 04 May 2007 13:11:22 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/04/195/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/04/195/feed/ 41:56 Is it true? Is it true? An audio episode?! Yes, I know its been a while but I pulled up my bootstraps and got myself ... Is it true? Is it true? An audio episode?! Yes, I know its been a while but I pulled up my bootstraps and got myself in front of the mic for a good hour today. After editing out all the coughs and false starts, this one comes down to about 41 minutes or so. A full episode follows, complete with a brief sound scene at Mos Burger, only in Japan segment, and two big topics. Listen to my gravel-like voice in true stereo as I whisk you through the Japanese medical experience and my reflections on the park. Show Notes: Golden Week and what I've been doing Being sick in Japan This cold is kicking my ass Pharmacy / medicine store experience Japanese medicine Japanese clinic experience Armpit thermometer Comments on Japanese health-care system Park visit today Had to get out of the house Listening to Jazz while biking through Tokyo Comparing Japan to New York Mos Burger Sound Scene [3 mins] Only in Japan: How many dogs can you take to the park?? Japanese park teaches me to relax and enjoy life Another story about my bike Proof that I'm not the only manly-man riding a mama-chari bike Updates Computer work Yurikamome video footage New episodes Hi's and Hello's Rock concert podcast ending [it takes for ever] Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/02/193/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/02/193/#comments Wed, 02 May 2007 11:55:07 +0000 Christopher Podcast Nerding Out Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/02/193/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/05/02/193/feed/ 4:49 Yeeeesssssssss. Here it is. The episode you've all been waiting for, "Biking Through Tokyo". I hope I didn't talk it up too much prior to ... Yeeeesssssssss. Here it is. The episode you've all been waiting for, "Biking Through Tokyo". I hope I didn't talk it up too much prior to this. I edited this over the weekend. The footage had been sitting on my drive for about 2 weeks, just dying to be put to good use. I had to be a little creative with the editing since alot of it was bumping. It's alot like drinking too much coffee the way it runs now. Please don't eat anything while watching this. Hopefully you will enjoy some of the sights of Tokyo as I did on that day. Oh, and instead of shownotes, here are delicious time-code notes where I've marked points of interest that I don't mention in audio. Show Notes 0:00 - Fancy-schmancy intro as always 1:00 - The dreaded Nissan's Business Japanese makes a guest appearance 1:06 - Note the super-secure bike lock 1:37 - じてんしゃ is Japanese for Bicycle (pronounced "ji-tenn-sha") 1:47 - That is a highway on/off ramp 2:18-2:25 - If you look closely, you can almost see the kitty-cat sticker on the bell. LOL 2:58 - Ferrari 3:40 - Notice how many different types of sidewalks there are yet?? 3:47 - I pedal through people in Asakusa-bashi w/o touching my feet on the ground - You have no idea how hard it was to navigate that with one hand and film at the same time. ^_^ 4:22 - The Asahi Beer building Special thanks to Gustav Young from Oddioblender for letting me use the track "Frantic Footsteps" for this video. Please check out the site for more great glitchy nerdcore music. I listen to this album constantly! Alternative video link (Google Video) Podcast, Nerding Out, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/30/191/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/30/191/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2007 03:35:27 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Nerding Out http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/30/191/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/30/191/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/29/189/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/29/189/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2007 03:30:04 +0000 Christopher Travel Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/29/189/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/29/189/feed/ 5:05 (Photo used with Creative Commons Attribution-Sharealike 2.0 License - Original) A few days ago, I had to head down to the Tokyo Regional Immigration bureau. What ... (Photo used with Creative Commons Attribution-Sharealike 2.0 License - Original) A few days ago, I had to head down to the Tokyo Regional Immigration bureau. What fun!! However, there was one redeeming result of the trip: I was able to ride the Tokyo Monorail. I'm fairly familiar with most of Tokyo's transportation systems, but I had never ridden this particular line. It was a great experience. If you visit Tokyo, I recommend you make it a point to ride this line, second to the Shinkansen of course. What is different about the Tokyo Monorail from other lines is it is completely above ground. Sure, most of the JR lines are as well, but the Monorail soars above neighborhoods and between buildings - a feat that the JR lines do not accomplish. When you ride JR, you see track and rocks as you ride in an area specifically laid out for train travel. When you ride the Tokyo Monorail, you literally fly past buildings and over people as they tend to their daily lives. I hope you enjoy this short video. I had to use a little different method to put it together since it came primarily off my cell phone. Travel, Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/25/187/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/25/187/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2007 13:29:03 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Photography http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/25/187/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/25/187/feed/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/24/182/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/24/182/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2007 22:22:31 +0000 Christopher Thoughts Podcast Audio Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/24/182/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/24/182/feed/ 24:43 This episode is the first ever, Finding Japan Tokyo Calling crossover episode. Not really sure what else to call it. I met up with ... This episode is the first ever, Finding Japan Tokyo Calling crossover episode. Not really sure what else to call it. I met up with Scott Lockman from Tokyo calling a few weekends back. We spent very little time getting to know each other since we had already known each other through our respective podcasts. However, we did share the common interest in technology, the future of podcasting and more. This interview occurred in a noisy hotel front coffee shop in Tokyo. If you can stand the background noise, please listen. Enjoy! Show notes: A brief chat on the creative process and writing every day Formats of podcasts / how Tokyo Calling developed Why do people listen to podcasts? Privacy and the Internet Future of social networking I'd like to thank Scott for taking time out of his busy day to chat. Hopefully this won't be the last of such episodes. Thoughts, Podcast, Audio Podcast Christopher S. no No http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/22/184/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/22/184/#comments Sun, 22 Apr 2007 02:22:24 +0000 Christopher Podcast Video Podcast http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/22/184/ http://www.findingjapan.com/2007/04/22/184/feed/ 2:38 Last weekend Alex and I attempted to make hot dog animals based on the instructions on the back. How well did we do? Find out ... Last weekend Alex and I attempted to make hot dog animals based on the instructions on the back. How well did we do? Find out here. This is a short video on the results we were able to achieve with our limited culinary skills. Alternative video link (Google Video) Podcast, Video Podcast Christopher S. no No