
AE 1372
18 Weird Things That Shock Tourists in Japan | Japanese Culture Shock
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G’day, mates!
In this episode, we’re taking a fair dinkum look at the land of the rising sun! Our host, Pete, reacts to a video about the biggest culture shocks for tourists visiting Japan. From mind-boggling high-tech toilets to the strangely convenient convenience stores, he’s giving his two cents as a true-blue Aussie.
Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate a foreign country where you can’t eat while walking or find yourself surrounded by plastic food models? Pete shares his hilarious and insightful take on all of it, including the surprisingly clean streets, the bizarrely quiet cities, and the absolute safety of the country.
Plus, he gets a bit of a shock when he learns about the rules of public bathing and why you might see a swastika on a tourist map.
So grab a cuppa, settle in, and have a listen to this ripper of an episode! You won’t want to miss Pete’s reaction to all things Japan, and you might just get inspired to book a trip yourself.
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