In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael talk about the unique school customs that are common in Japan, including how students get to school, school lunches, and who "owns" the classroom. Then in the second half, they continue the discussion and Jordan shares a shocking story of the pool cleaning day at an elementary school that he used to work at, while Michael shares information about shoes, uniforms, and one's appearance in school. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "beside" and "besides", how to use them, and how they are different.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode, Jordan and Michael share the best things about life in the USA, with both of them mostly agreeing on all the positive aspects of life in America. Then in the second half, they switch to talk about the best things about living in Japan, and Michael strangely forgets to include one of the very best things about Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "tongue" and how it is useful.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In this special episode of OnJapanTime, Jordan guides Michael down a trip through memory lane. We hope you enjoy!

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode, Michael shares his experience using the unemployment system in Japan and shares a shocking story about an acquaintance who got the world's most amazing severance package. Then in the second half, Michael outlines the main types of employment in Japan and shares the merits and demirts of each of them. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) continue the discussion about the word "yet" and the additional uses and meanings it has.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode, Jordan gives a handful of tips about how to survive the insufferable heat of the oppressive Japanese summer. Then in the second half, the two discuss Obon (Japan's main summer event), as well as a other foods, activities, and items that are quintessential to summers in Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "still" and "yet", including their difference and usage.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode, Jordan gives a quick overview of the Tanabata Festival that happens on July 7th each year, and describes how Japan is a little behind the times when it comes to handling surnames after marriage. Then in the second half, Michael shares a few more issues that he thinks are contributing to gender inequality in Japan, while Jordan questions whether or not we really need to have royal families in this day and age. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the word "game" and all the different uses and meanings it has.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode, Jordan goes on a bit of a rant about the types of clothing to wear in Japan in summer before giving some background information (size, population, famous places, etc.) about Mie Prefecture in central Japan. Then in the second half, Jordan goes on to describe the lesser-known places in Mie (especially in the southern areas of the prefecture) where you can experience authentic rural Japan. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the words "actual" and "actually" and how they are different.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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In the first half of this episode Michael and Jordan talk about possible causes of Japan's rapidly declining population, with Jordan surprising Michael with a reason that he wasn't really expecting. Then in the second half, Michael analyzes the issues with Japan's work-life balance while Jordan hopes for people in Japan to rediscover the joy of human connections. Finally, in this week's English Tips segment, Michael (the Fox) and Jordan (the Tanuki) talk about the noun "population" and how to use it.

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On Japan Time was created by California natives Michael Larsen and Jordan Johnson at Aichi Toho University in Nagoya city. In their weekly podcast, they discuss life in Japan in a way that provides cultural insights from the perspective of long-time foreign residents. OnJapanTime also features an English tips segment for non-native English speakers.

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