What are some of the most interesting Radio Programs in Japan?

In the Japanese radio world, there is a lot of variety and in this article, I’ve picked up a few of the most interesting radio programs to introduce you.

Whether you are a fan of talk shows or just prefer listening to some music or simply want to improve your talking skills, with this guide you will get more interesting picks and plenty of choices to suit your preferences.

Barakan Beat on InterFM 89.7

I am starting with one of my favorite programs, Barakan Beat. You can listen to Mr. Barakan on InterFM every Sunday from 18:00 to 20:00. The radio program began broadcasting in 1996 and is hosted by Peter Barakan, who is an English DJ and broadcaster that also hosted the cultural TV Series Begin Japanology on NHK from 2007 to 2008.

If you are looking for a soothing program, good music, interesting talks, Barakan Beat has everything you seek (even more than that)! It is a bilingual program that always promises good quality and will undoubtedly make your Sunday evening much more relaxing and tranquil.

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Towazugatari no Kanda Hakuzan

A literal translation of the TBS radio program hosted by Kanda Hakuzan would be “Kanda Hakuzan Talk regardless “.

The program has a very happy vibe and Kanda Hakuzan transmits so much energy that it makes you want to listen to him again and again and again.

You can listen to his talks every Friday from 21:30 to 22:00.

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Takeda Tetsuya “Kesa- no- San-Mai-Oroshi”(Cultural Broadcast)

The cultural radio broadcasting hosted by Tetsuya Takeda, a singer, actor, and Japanese commentator covers topics from everyday life to history and even social issues.

The name of the broadcasting is quite interesting and Sanmai oroshi usually refers to three pieces (of fillet) while the word Kesa means “this morning”, so a translation would be “This morning’s three pieces”.

The program ends in only ten minutes and you will know when that happens because Mr. Takeda always finishes the show by hitting a chopping board with a knife.

You can listen to it from Monday to Friday from 7:40 a.m to 7:50 a.m.

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Fumio Takada no Radio Beverley Hiruzu on Nippon Broadcasting

The program is hosted by Takada Fumio who is also well-known for being the assistant host of Beat Takeshi’s All-Night Nippon. You will have the chance to hear our daily regulars’ personal opinions on topics and news.

For those looking on developing their communicative skills and also are in for a tad of humor and recent topics, this is the show for you.

Days and Hours of the Broadcast:

From Monday to Friday 11:30-13:00

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Audrey’s All-Night Nippon

Hosted by Masayasu Wakabayashi and Toshiaki Kasuga, the Japanese comedy duo known as Audrey(Odori/オードリー) the program is a free talk with many stories, humor and a newsletter corner at the end of the program.

Days and hours of the broadcast:

Every Saturday from 25:00 27:00

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The Dave Fromm Show on InterFM 89.7

The rock variety show, hosted by Dave Fromm has carefully selected music, occult stories, funny and interesting talks along the three hours of broadcasting.

Many popular artists such as Spitz, for example, are also among Dave’s broadcasting fans and a lot of popular Japanese artists have been regular guests on his show.

Days and hours of the broadcast:

Every Monday-Friday 16:00-19:00

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“All Good Friday” starring Lilico and Tomo Inaba on J-Wave

“All Good Friday” is a four-and-a-half-hour show that will bring a lot of joy to your Friday afternoon. A show with beautiful songs and life advice given by the film critic and TV personality, Lilico and the popular actor, Tomo Inaba.

Days and hours of the broadcast:

Every Friday from 11:30 to 16:00

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These are seven of our recommendations and would love hearing your opinions on the Japanese radio broadcasts and also know which are some of your personal favorites.

By - cinnamonellie.

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