GoGen Japanese (Language & Culture)
Episodes
5 'Icks' That END Dates in Japan - Chopsticks into Your Food, Closed Restaurants & More (#4-3)
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did my date end the moment she saw a "CLOSED" sign on the restaurant? What's "Kaeruka Genshō" and why do tiny mistakes instantly kill attraction ...
Why *in Japan* Disneyland DOOMS Lovers & Bdays are NOT Shared with Friends/Family (#4-2)
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4-2 of our Japanese dating culture series, we explore the most infamous Japanese date spots with our bilingual Japanese guests. Going to To...
Halloween in Japan - Costumes, Monsters & Culture (#7-1)
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do Japanese people only do cosplay costumes? Why don't Japanese kids trick-or-treat? Why did Tokyo ban its biggest Halloween party? Join host Brya...
Why Japanese First Dates Are SILENT - Tokyo Dating Rules That Shock Foreigners | Ep. 4-1
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No talking on first dates? Coffee shops are OFF LIMITS? Welcome to dating in Japan.In this episode (4-1), we uncover the unwritten rules of Japanese d...
Why Your Chopstick Manners Matter When Dating in Japan (#3-3)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do Japanese parents judge your dating potential by how you hold chopsticks? In this eye-opening episode of the GoGen podcast, we dive deep into th...
The 'Charai' Chronicles Part 2: From Fashion to Dating Disasters (#3-2)
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Charai Chronicles Part 2: From Fashion to Dating Disasters (#3-2)Welcome back to part 2 of our deep dive into チャラい (charai) and Japanese d...
Japanese Girls Explain CHARAI: Why Western Dating Doesn't Work in Japan (#3-1)
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think your Western flirting playbook works in Tokyo? Think again. Two Japanese insiders break down charai—the flashy, flirt-first persona—plus sis...
Dating in Japan - "kokuhaku"? (PART 3) When is a couple officially a couple? (#2-3)
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When is a couple officially a couple? Dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes confusing!) differences between dating cultures in Japan and the U...
What is "kokuhaku"? (PART 2) The most important concept in Japanese dating (#2-2)
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why is "kokuhaku" (告白) needed to get a Japanese girlfriend? What are dating standards in Japan? How do Japanese people express affection in Japane...
What is "kokuhaku"? - The most important concept in Japanese dating (#2-1)
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is kokuhaku (告白) and why is it the most important concept in Japanese dating? This episode covers the "kokuhaku" and other crucial terms and ...
What is "charai" in Japanese? The most important word in dating (#1)
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is "charai" (チャラい) in Japanese? Why is it so important to love, romance, and dating? This episode discusses the many facets of this cruc...