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What is the World's Most Life-Changing Travel Destination? P.S. We're Drunk

Which country tops the list of the World's Most Life-Changing Destinations? We challenge an article that tries to answer this question. Which destinations could genuinely be life-changing and transformative? Have we been to these countries and would we say the same? It's also a celebration of sorts, as it's the last episode before Adam leaves Japan. Expect heartfelt conversation, brotherly love, slurred speech, and at least one cup of the cheapest sake on the market.

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Things Nobody Tells You About New Zealand

Life in New Zealand is not what you think! Adam divulges some hard truths about what living and travelling in New Zealand is really like. Whether you're a backpacker looking to work in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa or a holidaymaker planning a road trip, don't miss this episode. We break through the shiny exterior of a country we only hear good things about...

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Are Foreigners Welcome in Japan?

What do Japanese people think of foreigners? Are tourists welcome in Japan? We discuss the popular and unpopular opinions of how tourists are perceived in Japan, as well as our own experiences of interacting with locals. We also share a recent story from a public bath house where one Japanese man got all hot and bothered... You get what you pay for!

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Why You Should Travel to Japan NOW!

You should visit Japan in 2026! Tune in to find out why NOW is the perfect time to travel to Japan. We discuss tourism, the economy, Japanese food, and Alun's favourite subject of all: Pokémon. If you've been thinking about a trip to Japan and need that final push, this episode is for you!

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Are Tourist Attractions Still Worth Visiting?

Are tourist attractions still worth visiting? After we spent an afternoon at TeamLab Planets: a series of stunning art exhibitions and one of Tokyo's most visited tourist attractions, we were forced to ask ourselves this question. What's the point of experiencing these iconic destinations if they're filled with mindless tourists living through their mobile phone cameras?

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What's Living in Japan Really Like? Q&A

It's Q&A time! What's Living in Japan Really Like? Alun answers questions about life in Japan, with some surprising answers. We also discuss what people may find appealing or difficult about moving to Japan, including societal pressures, making friends, work culture, and common ideas about Japan that don't match the reality. Get your egg sandwiches ready!

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