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64 What's the difference: East vs West Japan? (Kanto vs Kansai)
Manage episode 341790168 series 2593682
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What's the difference: East vs West Japan?
Topics Discussed- Some of the differences observed in East and West Japan (higashi and nishi nihon)
- Differences in culture and food seen in Kansai and Kanto
- Where the border between East and West Japan is
- The difference in how people from East vs West Japan use escalators
- About where Ishikawa is in relation to East vs West Japan
- Theories about the origin of the escalator difference in East vs West Japan
- The difference in hertz between East vs West Japan
- About differences in syntax/language in East vs West Japan
- Language differences in Kansai vs Kanto
- Naosu vs Katazukeru/Shimau
- Shoppai vs Karai/shiokarai
- Sasareru vs Kamareru/Kuwareru
- Makku vs Makudo
- USJ vs Yuniba
- Nikuman vs Butaman
- Sauces used in East and West Japan
- Taste preferences in East vs West Japan (Kansai vs Kanto)
- Tamagoyaki/dashimakitamago in Kanto vs Kansai
- Mochi in Kansai vs Kanto
- How miso soup placement may vary depending on whether you are in Kansai or Kanto
- About aburasoba
- Ishikawa curry
- What torotaku is
- What monjayaki is
- And much more!
If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month and that comes with perks like early access to episodes, a shout-out at the beginning of a future episode, bonus content, and discounts to Kimito Designs. For $3 a month you get all that plus access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and its many quirks. Whether you are studying Japanese or just enjoy learning about language and linguistics, you'll enjoy Japanese Plus Alpha.
And it goes without saying that if you sign up, you'll also get my undying gratitude. Thanks in advance!
If you would just like to do a one time contribution, then please go to our Ko-fi page.
Sources, Links, Videos, Etc.Check out the latest episodes of Japan Station.
- Breaking Down Kamen Rider & Super Sentai (Power Rangers) w. Sophia Staite | Japan Station 97
- Tokyo Kitchen Stories: A Chat w Chef Brendan Liew | Japan Station 98
Is there something about Japan that confuses you? Is there something about Japanese culture that you would like to learn more about? Is there something in Japanese history that you would like us to explain? We're always looking for new questions about Japan to answer, so if you have one, please send it to ichimon@japankyo.com.
Special ThanksOpening/Closing Theme: Produced by Apol (YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Fiverr)
Ichimon Japan cover art: Produced by Erik R.
Follow Japankyo on Social Media Full Show Notes86 episodi
64 What's the difference: East vs West Japan? (Kanto vs Kansai)
Ichimon Japan: A Podcast About Japan and the Japanese Language by JapanKyo.com
Manage episode 341790168 series 2593682
On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What's the difference: East vs West Japan?
Topics Discussed- Some of the differences observed in East and West Japan (higashi and nishi nihon)
- Differences in culture and food seen in Kansai and Kanto
- Where the border between East and West Japan is
- The difference in how people from East vs West Japan use escalators
- About where Ishikawa is in relation to East vs West Japan
- Theories about the origin of the escalator difference in East vs West Japan
- The difference in hertz between East vs West Japan
- About differences in syntax/language in East vs West Japan
- Language differences in Kansai vs Kanto
- Naosu vs Katazukeru/Shimau
- Shoppai vs Karai/shiokarai
- Sasareru vs Kamareru/Kuwareru
- Makku vs Makudo
- USJ vs Yuniba
- Nikuman vs Butaman
- Sauces used in East and West Japan
- Taste preferences in East vs West Japan (Kansai vs Kanto)
- Tamagoyaki/dashimakitamago in Kanto vs Kansai
- Mochi in Kansai vs Kanto
- How miso soup placement may vary depending on whether you are in Kansai or Kanto
- About aburasoba
- Ishikawa curry
- What torotaku is
- What monjayaki is
- And much more!
If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can join for just $1 a month and that comes with perks like early access to episodes, a shout-out at the beginning of a future episode, bonus content, and discounts to Kimito Designs. For $3 a month you get all that plus access to Japanese Plus Alpha, a podcast produced by me (Tony Vega) that focuses on the Japanese language and its many quirks. Whether you are studying Japanese or just enjoy learning about language and linguistics, you'll enjoy Japanese Plus Alpha.
And it goes without saying that if you sign up, you'll also get my undying gratitude. Thanks in advance!
If you would just like to do a one time contribution, then please go to our Ko-fi page.
Sources, Links, Videos, Etc.Check out the latest episodes of Japan Station.
- Breaking Down Kamen Rider & Super Sentai (Power Rangers) w. Sophia Staite | Japan Station 97
- Tokyo Kitchen Stories: A Chat w Chef Brendan Liew | Japan Station 98
Is there something about Japan that confuses you? Is there something about Japanese culture that you would like to learn more about? Is there something in Japanese history that you would like us to explain? We're always looking for new questions about Japan to answer, so if you have one, please send it to ichimon@japankyo.com.
Special ThanksOpening/Closing Theme: Produced by Apol (YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Fiverr)
Ichimon Japan cover art: Produced by Erik R.
Follow Japankyo on Social Media Full Show Notes86 episodi
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