Japan According To Akil Podcast

Japanese Netflix TV Show And Movie Review | Episode 181

I discuss Japanese TV shows and movies I have watched recently and I give my review of these Japanese TV shows to help you decide if you want to watch them.

Is This The END of My Japan Talk Show?

I explain how it was almost the end of this Japan podcast. I also discuss some delicious traditional Japanese food. I also talk about Japan convenience store smoothie ma

My Journey to Japan: The Full Untold Story

I share the untold story of how I ended up in Japan as a person of color. Experience Japan through my eyes in this revealing story. - Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@

4 Essential Traditional Japanese Furniture Items

I discuss 4 essential furniture items for a Japanese home plus share some stories and advice related to them. - Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@japanaccordingtoakil

Tokyo Neighborhoods Ranked + Shibuya Clubbing at 42 | Episode 179

In this episode I got through a few popular neighborhoods in Tokyo, plus a nightlife story, and a big announcement! - 47 Tokyo Neighborhoods Article: https://www.japan-ta

サンクチュアリ (Sanctuary) Review | Japanese Netflix Series

I review a Japanese Netflix series that centers around the secret side of the sumo world. Sanctuary Netflix Link: https://www.netflix.com/jp-en/title/81144910 - The J

The Joker Takes Tokyo | Episode 178

In this episode we discuss being on TV in Japan, and election chaos due to emergence of wild political parties in Tokyo

Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself | Episode 177

(Apologies for the audio. I am using a new program and got the settings wrong) Welcome back to the Japan According to Akil podcast. I am back after a year and half off.

忍びの家 (House of Ninjas) Review | Japanese Netflix TV Show

A review of House of Ninjas, a Japanese TV series available on Netflix. Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanaccordingtoakil Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel

What is going on with the Japanese Yen? | Japan According to Akil Podcast

In this episode I rant about the current situation of the Japanese Yen and share some inside info I have accumulated from various sources in and around Tokyo. ==========

Is the Bank of Japan Destroying the Japanese Economy? | Japan According to Akil

In this rant (after I talk about an item from Uniqulo I bought recently), I go deep into the most recent policy move by the Bank of Japan and the Japanese government that

Who are Who Are トー横キッズ (Toyoko Kids)? | Japan According to Akil

I normally don’t discuss dark topics in detail, but this one came up on my timeline and I discuss a group o young people that gather in a particularly shady part of Tokyo

Is Shohei Otani Getting Screwed?

This quick rant is about Shohei Otani and his contract status. I ask a few questions and give my theory as to why he might be getting screwed ========== Youtube Video:

I Caught It | Japan According to Akil

After a long hiatus, I give an update about what has been going on with me this summer and hopefully start the next phase of the podcast  ========= - Youtube: https:/

Episode 176 | Looking Back on My Experiences Teaching English in Japan for 18 Years

This time I give a self-interview of sorts and explain my experiences and approach to teaching English in Japan. Also, I try to give some insight into some of the early s

Episode 175 | Akil’s Love Is Blind Japan Review + Much More

It has been a while, but I am glad to be back talking with you all. First we get into a discussion about the Japanese economy, then I give my Love Is Blind Japan review,

March 2022 Update: Where is Akil?

I am back with a quick update and explanation on my recent absence. In addition I give a preview of some of the content I am looking forward to making in the future ====

Bonus Content #9: Osaka Nightlife in Japan: TOP 20 Bars & Clubs Reaction | Reformatt Show

In this quick bonus content I give my reaction to a video reviewing some of the bars and clubs in the Osaka, Japan area. Before that I share some advice based on a listen

Episode 174 | How to Pray at Japanese Temples and Shrines

This is a very important episode if you are planning to come to Japan. Visiting temples and shrines is an important part of life and tourism, so I break down how to prope

Bonus Content #8: Review of How Foreigners Make Japanese UNCOMFORTABLE (Unintentionally) | Mrs Eats

I give a quick review of some useful tips on how not to drive Japanese people crazy by a youtube channel I just stumbled upon. ========== Related links: Youtube Link