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Tokyo Lens

Tokyo Lens

Norm Nakamura

Adventure, hidden secrets, cultural discovery, as well as how to get to, and enjoy Japan from near or far. A podcast for everyone. Weekly podcast-exclusive topics, as well as going in-depth on topics covered on the Tokyo Lens YouTube Channel (YouTube.com/TokyoLens). !!!WARNING!!! This podcast is a 100% unfiltered, nearly-unedited, rable-a-thon where we get distracted, go off topic, and just enjoy a great time getting lost in thought together! You've been warned (^_-) Welcome to the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura. https://www.NormNakamura.com

  • 35 minutes 40 seconds
    The Truth About SEGA Japan's Arcade Closures

    SEGA has lost 2 of its most iconic Japanese Game Center Arcades in the last year. Places that were a part of the landscape. I recently did a mini documentary about this over on Tokyo Lens (https://youtu.be/mmxFaCVYMCc) and today we are taking a peek at a special episode pulled from one of my other podcasts, and looking at what reeeeeally happened...

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    Tokyo Lens Patreon Secret Podcast uploaded (slightly more) Regularly here:

    Patreon.com/TokyoLens


    Explore Always | The Tokyo Lens Lineup: https://teespring.com/stores/tokyolens

    You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here:
    www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens
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    Tokyo Lens Links
    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

    12 October 2021, 2:07 pm
  • 27 minutes 6 seconds
    Japan is Back at It's Crazy Antics! Welcome Back to The Tokyo Lens Podcast

    When misspending is labeled as "an investment" and people go out of their ways to do crazy stuff just for the attention, you know it's going to be an entertaining day! Welcome back to the Tokyo Lens Podcast!

    Excited to be back at things with a brand new episode! Is this going to be a regular occurrence? Listen in to find out!

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    Patreon.com/TokyoLens


    Explore Always | The Tokyo Lens Lineup: https://teespring.com/stores/tokyolens

    You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here:
    www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens
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    Tokyo Lens Links
    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

    7 May 2021, 12:23 am
  • 36 minutes 43 seconds
    Thinking of Leaving Tokyo (also... All about Camping in Japan)

    Been thinking about moving out of Tokyo lately... Perhaps its been all the camping (which we cover in great detail in this episode) or perhaps its just the appeal of a new lifestyle and adventure. Oh... This episode is mostly about Camping in Japan because.... it's awesome!

    Welcome to another episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura.

    Patreon (secret podcast, videos, discord, secret instagram): www.patreon.com/TokyoLens

    The Fire Pit: https://amzn.to/33yOdAL

    The campsites~ The Danger: https://goo.gl/maps/egZD7moTNaoRyg5p7 

    Near the Shrine: https://goo.gl/maps/f8ihujYWxVtarKeh9 

    The Best One: https://goo.gl/maps/HpmuYLPx1eSSNPVc6


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    Explore Always | The Tokyo Lens Lineup: https://teespring.com/stores/tokyolens

    You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here:
    www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens
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    Tokyo Lens Links
    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

    9 October 2020, 2:00 pm
  • 35 minutes 46 seconds
    Living in an Abandoned Japanese School - Behind the Scenes

    We spent the night in an abandoned Japanese elementary school, but we weren't alone... A man lives there. This is the story of how we came to meet him

    For those asking how they can support the Tokyo Lens Podcast (as well as find a whole SECRET Podcast....): patreon.com/TokyoLens

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    Join Me: https://teespring.com/stores/tokyolens

    You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here:
    www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens
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    Tokyo Lens Links
    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

    25 September 2020, 1:24 pm
  • 57 minutes 39 seconds
    Moving to Japan THE RIGHT WAY | A Case Study

    I've long spoken of the "right way" to move to Japan, and today we are looking at a couple. They have offered to share their time with us and their experiences in the hopes that maybe others can learn from their successes and mistakes~

    And what's more... is they have a podcast of their own!

    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/tokyo-adventures/id1519201436

    For those asking how they can support the Tokyo Lens Podcast (as well as find a whole SECRET Podcast....): patreon.com/TokyoLens

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    Tokyo Lens Prints! www.redbubble.com/people/tokyolens

    You can find ALL my Gear (Camera/Audio/Editing) Here:
    www.amazon.com/shop/tokyolens
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    Podcast recorded on this: amzn.to/2DbOcpe

    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
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    Tokyo Lens Links
    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

    21 August 2020, 3:02 pm
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Cats, Video Games, and Life in Japan | TheAtHomeShow Episode 10 - Rachel and Jun

    I genuinely don't even know where to start with this episode description... Talking about everything from Giving talks, to Jun's future career... We're sitting down with Rachel and Jun

    In this episode of The At Home Show by Norm Nakamura's Tokyo Lens, we are sitting down at home with some old friends, kicking back, and having a great time!

    Rachel and Jun info:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/rachelandjun
    https://www.youtube.com/user/JunsKitchen
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/RachelAndJun
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelandjun

    The At Home Show - All Videos Available Here:
    +
    discord, secret instagram, hidden podcast, and more!

    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Video Watchers Tier]

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    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

    27 July 2020, 1:14 pm
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    If You've Ever Wanted to go on an Adventure in Japan | TheAtHomeShow Episode 09 - Victor

    The ironic part is the timing that this episode is being released... This episode covers everything from kicking off and adventure in Japan to... well I guess you're just going to have to listen and find out!

    This week on the At Home Show by Norm Nakamura of the Tokyo Lens Podcast, we are sitting down with Victor from Frame of Travel and talking Adventure!

    Victors Stuff!!
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frameoftravel
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/frameoftravel
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSRd9L70DKnvPY9Jsc4_lmA

    The At Home Show - All Videos Available Here:
    +
    discord, secret instagram, hidden podcast, and more!

    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Video Watchers Tier]

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    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

    21 July 2020, 12:05 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    That TINY Tokyo Apartment | TheAtHomeShow Episode 08 - Tokidoki Traveler

    I didn't know half of this stuff existed~ And I have honestly stopped keeping track of the things I have learned from Emma over the years.

    Today on the At Home Show by Norm Nakamura and the Tokyo Lens Podcast, we are sitting down with Emma from Tokidoki Traveller!

    All About Emma:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAKZ2vtm_-hfqeCGTNNbZqA
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/TokidokiEmma
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tokidokitraveller


    The At Home Show - All Videos Available Here:
    +
    discord, secret instagram, hidden podcast, and more!

    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Video Watchers Tier]

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    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

    10 July 2020, 3:52 pm
  • 51 minutes 24 seconds
    When Anime Becomes Real Life | TheAtHomeShow Episode 07 - Surudenise

    If you've ever wanted to know how to find those real-life ghibli-esque areas in Japan... this episode is for you.
    Every now and then, something that doesn't seem possible or even real, can work it's way into becoming your normal.

    In this weeks episode of the At Home Show by Norm Nakamura of Tokyo Lens, we are sitting down with Surudenise. The artist who got all the artwork going for this entire series! 

    Denise's Info
    https://www.surudenise.com
    https://www.instagram.com/surudenise
    https://twitter.com/surudenise
    https://society6.com/surudenise


    The At Home Show - All Videos Available Here:
    +
    discord, secret instagram, hidden podcast, and more!

    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Video Watchers Tier]

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    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

    4 July 2020, 2:13 am
  • 28 minutes 38 seconds
    Planning Your Next Japan Trip | A Guide

    Some days that next trip to Japan probably feels like just a fantasy. Today might be one of those days. But a little planning and excitement never hurt anyone! So today, we’re going deep on how to plan that next trip to Japan.


    In this episode of the Tokyo Lens Podcast by Norm Nakamura, we talk planning! And set up for the next series of episodes of the At Home Show! This next series features, Surudenise, Frame of Travel, Tokidoki Traveller, and Rachel & Jun! All coming soon.


    For Full-video versions of the At Home Show, a Secret Instagram, Discord, and a Whole Extra Podcast...
    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Videos: Full-Adventurer Tier]

    THE AT HOME SHOW NOW HAS CUSTOM MUGS! (**Spoiler Alert: The Patreon Adventure is More Fun lol**)
    https://bit.ly/AtHomeShowMug

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    First Day in Japan
    https://anchor.fm/tokyolens/episodes/Your-First-Day-in-Japan---A-Guide-e7ss5v

    About Japan Wifi
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZObDzbkccmg

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    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

    26 June 2020, 2:26 pm
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Gaming in a Rice Field at 2am | TheAtHomeShow - Episode 06 - Sharla

    Living in the countryside of Japan, things flow just a little differently. Sometimes so differently that you find yourself standing in a rice field at 2 am with a game console in your hand.... 

    In this episode of The At Home Show by Norm Nakamura, we are sitting down and talking to Sharla about life, Japan, and so much more! Also... might not have actually been gaming in a rice field at 2 am, but... you'll get it when you listen!


    ALL ABOUT SHARLA:

    https://www.youtube.com/sharlainjapan
    https://twitter.com/heyitssharla
    https://www.instagram.com/heyitssharla

    Fukuoka Vid 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTwfGYbsEeA

    Fukuoka Vid 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEvMlwvKOCk


    The At Home Show - All Videos Available Here:

    https://www.patreon.com/TokyoLens [Video Watchers Tier]

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    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

    20 June 2020, 1:23 pm
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