Passion

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Japan

A bi-weekly video podcast about inspiring self-starters living in Japan who are turning their dreams into reality.

From entrepreneurs to community starters, freelancers to side hustlers, we uncover the wisdom, tactics, and resources they’ve used to chase their passion projects.

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You just got back from holiday and didn’t get rid of all your foreign currency. What do you do with it? 💵 Well… most of us keep it for the “next” time. But Quinn has a different idea. As the co-founder of Global Coin Solutions, he found an incredible niche that raises money for charities WHILE remaining a profitable business! Find out how your leftover cash can change the world! Episode 20 of PPJ out now! Link in bio 🔗
A true struggle story. Climbing Mount Fuji is difficult… especially when you choose to do it overnight in the rain 🙃 EP19 out now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!! Link in bio 🔗 #passionprojectjp #japanlife #mountfuji
We’re back in business!!! 🎉 After a month of thesis writing we’re back on the podcast grind! ⚡️ Join us as we discuss techniques to combat productivity’s worst enemy… procrastination ⏰ EP18 OUT NOW Link in bio #passionprojectjp #japanlife #podcast #timemanagement #procrastination
we fought. EP17 OUT NOW Link in bio 🔗 #passionprojectjp #podcast #lifeinjapan
EP16 - Should You Start a Podcast in Japan? 🎙️ We speak with Alice and Reina from SUY (@suy_official_2022) about all things podcasting! They shared with us about their passion for Women Empowerment and Cultural Preservation, and how their infusing their core values with various businesses 🤘 Our first 4 people set-up!! Hopefully more to come 🤩 EP16 OUT NOW LINK IN BIO #passionprojectjp #podcasting #podcast #lifeinjapan #workinjapan
What‘s the difference between Japanese and Western approaches to theatre? 🎭 Aya (@iridescentaya) breaks it down for us! Watch the latest episode, link in bio! 🔗 #passionprojectjp #lifeinjapan #workinjapan #theatre #theatrelife
EPISODE 15 OUT NOW 🎭 We have a phenomenal chat with Aya (@iridescentaya) the founder and creative director of @theatre_iridescence We talked about how theatre can build important life skills, the joys and challenges of bilingual theatre, and her own journey to produce Betrayal after a hiatus! If you love a good comeback story, you won’t want to miss this episode! LINK IN BIO #passionprojectjp #podcast #lifeinjapan #workinjapan #theatre
Shane’s (@infamousartworks) recommendations for the best places to thrift in Japan 👕 You might want to save this! 1. 2nd Street (especially suburban ones) 2. 3peace (@3peace.nagoyasoko) 3. Yahoo Auctions 4. Jabber (@jabber_orangestreet) Do you know any good secondhand stores? Drop them below ⬇️ #passionprojectjp #lifeinjapan #workinjapan #thrifting #fashion
We asked entrepreneurs at @takeoff_tokyo what their dreams were 👀 Featuring @dannytaing @jokelana and @corpy!! ✨ Make sure to follow us @passionprojectjp for more ❤️‍🔥
How important is social media for small businesses? @infamousartworks gives a pretty awesome breakdown of why he thinks events/pop-ups are the way to go if you’re selling clothes/crafts! ✨ #passionprojectjp #lifeinjapan #workinjapan #fashiondesigner #smallbusiness