25. New Year

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25. New Year

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Dec 30, 2019

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New Year is the most important holiday in Japan and is celebrated with various unique customs. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the traditions of the Japanese New Year!

Released:

Dec 30, 2019

Format:

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Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.

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38. Drums (Taiko): Jason and Paul discuss the many types of drums ("taiko" in Japanese) found in Japan. by Sightseeing Japan
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51. Cherry Blossoms (Sakura): Jason and Paul discuss cherry blossoms and their significance in Japanese culture. by Sightseeing Japan
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33. Tea: Jason and Paul discuss Japanese tea. by Sightseeing Japan
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