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The world kind of sucks right now, and with everything going on, I wanted to put together an episode where we could just hang out and spend some time together. Sharing a bit of insight into life in Tokyo Japan right now and talking about how I am using these days~ PS - so happy to have the podcast back up and running!! Want more podcast episodes? There's a whole second podcast over on Patreon!  https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens -------------------------------------------- YouTube: www.YouTube.com/TokyoLens Twitter: www.Twitter.com/Tokyo_Lens Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Tokyo_one Facebook: www.facebook.com/TokyoLens/ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/tokyolens Business Inquiries: www.NormNakamura.com

It's not all fun and games. And this time... I lost out big. Come spend a full day with me as I share a bit of the behind the scenes of life and work in Tokyo, Japan in this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura. Want more podcast episodes? Come hang out over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens This episode is based on one of the most popular episodes of 2019. You can listen to it right here: https://anchor.fm/tokyolens/episodes/Spending-A-Day-in-Tokyo--SPECIAL-EDITION-EPISODE-e2vnub -------------------------------------------- YouTube: www.YouTube.com/TokyoLens Twitter: www.Twitter.com/Tokyo_Lens Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Tokyo_one Facebook: www.facebook.com/TokyoLens/ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/tokyolens Business Inquiries: www.NormNakamura.com

The Corona Virus is the talk of the town right now, and the topic of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics being canceled has even been tossed around. As insane as that sounds, its enough to scare quite a few people. But let's step back and look at the bigger picture. Is that really likely? And as of right now, at the beginning of March 2020, what is the state of things?  In today's episode of the Tokyo Lens podcast by Norm Nakamura, this is exactly what we are talking about. Quite possibly one of the heavier podcast episodes we have done, but a topic that I really wanted to cover for the sake of preserving this moment, if nothing else.  The JapanToday Article https://japantoday.com/category/2020-tokyo-olympics/q-a-things-to-know-about-tokyo-olympics-and-spreading-virus Linus Tech Tips Vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPoPwrQwm_g ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- There is a secret podcast available now!! And you can find it over on Patreon. The Tokyo Lens Patreon Top

Over the last 2 years, the one most common request I have received is to do an episode where I actually play the Shamisen.  And today, for the final episode of 2019, that is exactly what we are doing. ---------------- In today's episode, Norm (Tokyo Lens) plays the Japanese Tsugaru Shamisen... And here it is, the doorway to a brand new adventure just for us: https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens THE VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89U8eFyWIX0 Shamisen Komatsuya [English Page] https://shamisen-komatsuya.com/en/ ShamiBoy https://shamisen-store.com/?category_id=5c52a940aee1bb1dee84fade   Shamisen Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtflILeTBlX-4XmGogcpcS9xmVt6Tbkxb   -------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regula

The title says it all... and I may have dropped a hint in this episode to something hidden (^_-) In this Episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura we are coming back from a bit of a break and making the best of it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Norm Tokyo Lens or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 Edited on this: amzn.to/2mqxTLN With this lens. amzn.to/2u8YgHY And this Mic: amzn.to/2uO5wuG also, my page has some Japanese Snacks! www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens

You arrive at the airport... and then what? Where do you go? What trains do you take? Where should you visit first? Is there anything you might be missing?  In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about your first day in Japan. Specifically, your first day coming in through Tokyo! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 Edited on this: amzn.to/2mqxTLN With this lens. amzn.to/2

This episode is a play-by-play of what the day was like when Typhoon 19 (Typhoon Hagibis) hit Tokyo. Experience the day with me from start to finish, as I share everything that is happening around me. In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast, you spend a day with me, Norm Nakamura as the largest Typhoon to hit Japan in decades, passes through. We learn a few things together, and hopefully come out with sunny skies on the other end. Japan Times Disaster Page (THE INFO ON THIS PAGE WILL CONTINUE TO CHANGE OVER TIME) https://disaster.japantimes.co.jp/ Dogen's Twitter Feed https://twitter.com/dogen/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/t

Are you missing anything? What is there to do in Japan in October? How's the weather? Any seasonal foods? Today..... Today we ramble! On this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about a month that is a clear favorite for so many... October! and how to spend it in Japan! Where to go, what to do, and so much more. Let's consider this a basic October in Japan guide! The Episode Mentioned in the Podcast:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L_9KgBQB9A ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Po

Today we are talking about Japanese foods that I just can't eat. Actually... We're doing a Q&A! So we will be talking about a few interesting topics today, starting with a man who left an INSANE amount of money on the train, and the surprising story of how it turned out. In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we're doing a Q&A. Because, Q&A! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 E

Today, I'm going to save you some money in Japan. Making things is not all that difficult. if you know where to get things. While some of us build, and some knit, so many of us like to make something, and while there are a lot of great options in Japan, there are just as many that are dead set on ripping you off and getting your money.  Today on the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we talk about doing DIY without getting ripped off in Japan Building my own shelf in Tokyo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otFQEzIvaJ4 Sherry Y's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrUXL60iLgwjMowTF-toqWA ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/peopl

Japan is ranked as the single noisiest country on earth by the World Health Organization. In a major metropolis like Tokyo, it is not uncommon to be bombarded with constant sounds more than double the recommended "safe" volume. In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we talk a bit about the craziness that is Japan's Noise Pollution Problem Inspired by an article (below) we go deep into the topic and manage to only sidebar about 4000 times! So thats a thing... https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japans-problem-with-noise-pollution/ A video on some of Japan's train sounds! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlM7mxGvkCY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here

So its been a few weeks since the last episode. And you've all been more than kind! So today, I bring you something a little special... In this episode of this Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we might get to listen to a little shamisen... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 Edited on this: amzn.to/2mqxTLN With this lens. amzn.to/2u8YgHY And this Mic: amzn.to/2uO5wuG also, my page has some Japanese Snack

The goal was simple, to record a nice day out in Tokyo with a good friend. The reality... something much different. In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are attempting a day out in Tokyo but getting much more than we bargained for. Emma's Links YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAKZ2vtm_-hfqeCGTNNbZqA  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TokidokiEmma  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tokidokitraveller/  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast record

This episode almost didn't even happen... But then something took over. Let's talk about Adventure in Japan Today on the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about how to kick off your own personal adventure in Japan. Thank you to each and every one of you who support the Tokyo Lens Podcast. You mean the world to me~  Victor's Info:  https://www.instagram.com/frameoftravel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSRd9L70DKnvPY9Jsc4_lmA ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this

What is it like to drive in Japan? There are a lot of questions in there, and today that is what we are covering.  In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about driving in Japan and getting sidetracked with anecdotes! The Unnamed Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtflILeTBlX_9B9Km05whmfx9JjOWqeJy ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 Edited on this: amzn.to/

Doai station is both Japan's Deepest and Creepiest train station. Built in the 1930's and with trains still running, it looks more like ruins than an actively used train station. As we walk down into the depths of the station, I record a bit the sounds and experience for you and we talk about the potential of a follow-up to the video that went up on YouTube. Welcome to another episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura The YouTube Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkHMxxuf89M (Victor's channel is linked there!)

Is it easy to climb Mt Fuji? How do you even start planning?! Can you climb alone or is it better to book a tour? In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about everything it takes to climb Mt. Fuji and were interviewing a 7-time (soon-to-be 8-time) Mt. Fuji Climbing Expert! 5 Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UIZ2zRbLUs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here: www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens ------------------------ Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe (It's been amazing so far!) Videos Filmed on this: amzn.to/2eYRvX0 Edited on this:

When you are pretty much guaranteed a seat on a crowded train, why not try to make the best of it right? It turns out... if you're not careful, you could end up breaking the law and paying the price. Today on the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about one of the greatest stresses in Japan and how people deal with it. Thank you all for taking the time to leave reviews on the Tokyo Lens Podcast Each and every single one really means the world to me. Here is an article that sparked this episodes content: https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2019/jun/14/game-of-thrones-commuter-sells-seat-on-crowded-tokyo-train ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here

What do Japanese people think about their own country? Especially the youth... Do they love it? hate it? are they completely indifferent?! In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we talk about exactly these points and cover some of the cultural aspects that come up along the way. The study by the Nippon Foundation (in Japanese): https://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/who/news/pr/2019/20190529-31401.html Article: https://soranews24.com/2019/06/04/online-survey-reveals-startling-facts-about-what-young-japanese-people-think-about-their-country/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also... So much love to all of those of you asking how you can support Tokyo Lens! For now , if you do any shopping on Amazon, feel free to click through from my affiliate links! Then you can support just by doing your regular shopping! Thank you all Sincerely - Tokyo Lens Norm Nakamura Or grab something here! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens You can find ALL my Gear (Cam

Japan's next earthquake coming. The past week or so has been ripe with earthquakes and the news is talking about it quite a bit. But then again... they've been saying that the next big one is coming since the last big one in 2011. It just goes to show that you never really know. It could be today. And so today, we are talking about being prepared and what to expect. In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we are talking about being prepared for earthquakes and touching on what to expect. This is really meant to be a starting point more than a finishing point, but I hope it helps. Ikebukuro Disaster Preparedness Center: https://www.lifein.tokyo.jp/en/toshin_fukutoshin/topics/detail.php?id=35 Japan Emergency Numbers: https://esolia.com/japan-contacts/ If you Dial 171 - https://www.ntt-east.co.jp/en/saigai/voice171/ -Wifi Info For Those Interested -   The iVideo Wifi Website: https://goo.gl/rLzyin  They gave us a special Tokyo Lens promo code!  10% with code TOKYOLENS (