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In this episode, Nick speaks with Dave Carlson, a longtime resident of Japan and host of the popular Japanofiles Podcast. Originally from Michigan, Dave first came to Japan in 1983. Since then, he has resided in Japan on and off for 21 of the last 30 years. Together, Nick and Dave discuss a wide range of topics related to life in Japan, as well as what Dave has learned from other non-Japanese residents through producing his podcast.
Some of Nick’s favorite Japanofiles episodes include:
Episode 3 – Buying a home in Japan
Episode 24 – Operating a traditional Japanese inn
Episode 35 – Bicycling in Japan
Episode 40 – Building a cabin in Japan
Episode 43 & 45 – Life in rural Nagano