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Here is the second half of our earthquake special. We hope you don't mind that it's a bit long. Although it's almost been two months since the earthquake, the recovery efforts are still ongoing. Please continue to keep Japan in your thoughts.

Hi everyone, It's been one month since the big earthquake in Japan (referred to as 東日本大震災 (Higashi-Nihon Dai-Shinsai) here in Japan). Aaron #38; I finally had a second to sit down and discuss what it was like before and after the earthquake. We ended up having WAAAAAAY too much to talk about and couldn't fit everything in one episode. In fact, I had to cut out over half of it just to keep it down to a 2 part episode. Part I is all about the earthquake itself--what it felt like, what we were doing, etc. Part II (which will posted in the next week or two) will be all about what happened after the earthquake--the food shortages, power outages, radiation, etc. We hope things here in Japan will return back to normal soon and we continue to send our thoughts to those who have suffered so much over the last month. Best, Kevin

あけましておめでとうございます！Happy New Year! (...sorry we're a little late)nbsp; 今年もよろしくお願い致します。 Hope you're having a great start to 2011! Aaron and I are back with our latest episode of HHJ! And we're wearing masks... Why? Watch and find out ;) Kanpai, Kevin

The video you've all been waiting for! It's Aaron's Taiko debut. I'll leave it at that. Enjoy! Kanpai, Kevin

Hello there, Thanks for visiting us at ispeakjapanse.net. As promised in our last episode, today we're going to talk about why we haven't been drinking much on HHJ recently. PLUS, Aaron shares some of adventures tackling the world of Taiko here in Japan! Enjoy! Kevin P.S. If you're one of the people out there who haven't tried our free Japanese Quickstart course yet, what are you waiting for? Check it out here.

We're back with another episode of HHJ! In this episode, Aaron and I revive our old HHJ style with drinks on the couch :) We'll discuss favors in Japan and how important they are in everyday life here. We also talk a little bit about Japanese weddings! Kanpai! Kevin

Howdy everyone. We are BACK with our latest episode of HHJ! In this episode, we wanted to respond some viewer requests to showcase Japanese game centers. It's pretty loud and the video's a little shaky, but I hope you get a sense for what it's like. We even show you what's it's like inside a Japanese Purikura booth. Watch as we enjoy Sweet Sugar time (...you'll get what we mean when you watch the episode)! Sit back and enjoy :) Kanpai! Aaron #38; Kevin

It is HOT in Japan right now. In fact, it's been like this all summer. Aaron and I have been doing our best to stay cool but it's been tough. In this episode, Aaron and I will take you to a sports park. Come along with us as we talk the heat, teach you some Japanese words, and race on zip lines! Who won?? You'll have to watch to find out ;) Kanpai, Kevin

Hi everyone! Sorry for not posting in a while. I hope you're doing well! It's been EXTREMELY hot here in Japan and there's been some world-class lightning shows almost every night. Pretty amazing stuff. Anyway, in our latest episode of HHJ, Aaron and I want to discuss one of the dark sides of living to Japan. What is it? Well, you'll just have to watch to find out ;) Kanpai, Kevin

Hi everyone! Aaron and I are back for another Happy Hour Japan episode. In this episode, we'll take you to a Shinto Shrine and a Buddhist Temple. We'll show you what both of them are like and point out some of the differences. Enjoy! Kanpai, Kevin

In this episode, Aaron and I get dressed up and head out to see Shibuya in all of it's neon glory. No more explanation needed. Kanpai, Kevin

Welcome back to Happy Hour Japan Season 2! In this short episode, Aaron and I will take you inside a Japanese スーパー (supermarket/grocery store). Not only will we show you what it's like to shop in a grocery store in Japan, but we'll also show you a great example on how to get kicked out of one :) Kanpai, Kevin

Welcome back for our first real episode of Happy Hour Japan Season 2! Today, Aaron and I are going to take you on a short trip to a Ramen shop to show you what it's like and introduce some key works and phrases that you'll want to know. Ramen is super popular in Japan is definitely worth checking out when you visit. No beers in this episode unfortunately, but Kanpai anyway! Kevin

Top off your glasses and get your kanpai-face on because Happy Hour Japan is finally back for Season 2! In Season 2, Happy Hour Japan will focus more on taking you around Japan and teaching you Japanese as well as showcasing Japanese culture. But I'm sure you have tons of questions on your mind like: What's the new format? Is it going to be a one man show? Has Kevin found "someone else?" Rest assured, all of your questions will be answered in the Season Opener! Kanpai, Kevin

Hey! The cherry blossoms have started blooming here in Japan which means Spring is finally here! The weather's warming up, kids are gearing up for the new school year, and mothers are rushing to the store to pick up the latest bento goods! Wait...bento goods? Yes, bento goods! Have you ever heard of deko-ben or kyara-ben?!? If not, this episode is a MUST SEE! -Kevin