Got Faded Japan

Criminals, Crime & Convenience Stores! This Week in Japan's Wild News! 5/26/26

Episode 812In this action-packed episode, Johnny battles the internets to get you good Faders the scoop of what's going on in Japan! This week’s insanity includes: 💵 Smartest criminal to date, robs his own store after his shift 👋 Man B-Slaps his life away by threatening more than his X.💸 Kids join Dark Web Gang to get the GOLD!
All this and a whole lot more on this episode of GOT FADED JAPAN!
Episode 809
In this absolutely unhinged installment of Got Faded Japan, Johnny and Tom hit the studio bright and early, fueled by molten-hot coffee and running at full throttle. The boys dive headfirst into another week of Japan’s strangest, wildest, and most straight-up WTF news stories.
The laughs come fast, the banter hits hard, and then MOFO BOOM! the headlines explode like chaos grenades.
This week’s madness includes:
Two dudes absolutely destroy their karma by stealing goodies from shrines
A serial slapper breaking into the wrong house
Giant raccoon balls somehow becoming toys?!
And that’s just the beginning….
It’s outrageous, ridiculous, and packed wall-to-wall with the raw chaos you’ve come to expect from Got Faded Japan. You seriously can’t make this stuff up.
Get ready for another action-packed, laugh-out-loud insane episode.
FADE ON!
 
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
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2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
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4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
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Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog
 

Zoo Break-Ins, Con Artists & Sucker Slappers! This Week in the News 05/20/2026

Episode 811 In this absolutely deranged episode of Got Faded Japan, Johnny returns from a full-throttle mission into the dark heart of Osaka’s underground scene, diving deep into late-night art shows, filthy rock ’n’ roll, hidden bars, and retro video game chaos, while Tom survives the theater only to discover the cruel reality that Mortal Kombat won’t hit Japan for another month. Reunited and running on pure madness, the boys crack open the beers and launch headfirst into another avalanche of Japan’s most bizarre, outrageous, and completely WTF news stories. This week’s insanity includes: 🐒 Two drunken tourists break into a zoo to “hang out” with a monkey 👋 A copycat serial slapper picks the absolute wrong house 💸 A female con artist gets scammed by another con artist and pays the price 🎰 A man vacuum-seals thousands of stolen toys to fuel his pachinko addiction …and that’s only the beginning. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
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CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
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2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
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4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
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Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog

THE KOFFIN ROCKERS... Loud, Fast & Dangerous in Japan!

In this action-packed episode, Johnny sits down with one of Australia’s hardest working Rockabilly rock bands, THE KOFFIN ROCKERS! From wild stories on the road to unforgettable tour chaos, the band dives deep into their history, life on tour, and the nonstop hustle of keeping rock ‘n’ roll alive. The crew also announces their upcoming Japan tour dates, bringing their explosive live show to stages across Osaka, Kobe, and Tokyo.
If you’re into Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Punk Rock, underground touring culture, and insane behind-the-scenes band stories, this is one interview you do NOT want to miss!
THE KOFFIN ROCKERS – JAPAN TOUR DATES
19 June – American Music Bar Garth – Osaka20 June – Alchemy Bar – Kobe25 June – Ruby Room – Tokyo26 June – Club Heavy Sick – Tokyo27 June – Gamuso Bar – Tokyo
Follow The Koffin Rockers:
Spotify: The Koffin RockersInstagram: @thekoffinrockersFacebook: www.facebook.com/thekoffinrockersBandcamp: www.thekoffinrockers.bandcamp.comYouTube: www.youtube.com/c/koffinrockers
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog

Japan’s Most Unhinged News Today. Shrine Thieves, Serial Slappers & Giant Raccoon Balls

Episode 809
In this absolutely unhinged installment of Got Faded Japan, Johnny and Tom hit the studio bright and early, fueled by molten-hot coffee and running at full throttle. The boys dive headfirst into another week of Japan’s strangest, wildest, and most straight-up WTF news stories.
The laughs come fast, the banter hits hard, and then MOFO BOOM! the headlines explode like chaos grenades.
This week’s madness includes:
Two dudes absolutely destroy their karma by stealing goodies from shrines
A serial slapper breaking into the wrong house
Giant raccoon balls somehow becoming toys?!
And that’s just the beginning….
It’s outrageous, ridiculous, and packed wall-to-wall with the raw chaos you’ve come to expect from Got Faded Japan. You seriously can’t make this stuff up.
Get ready for another action-packed, laugh-out-loud insane episode.
FADE ON!
 
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog
 

Japan Headlines from the Edge: Crime, Chaos, and the Truly Bizarre 5/06/2026

Episode 808
Strap in ya’ll this one goes off the rails fast as usual.
In this absolutely unhinged episode of Got Faded Japan, Johnny and Tom are back in the studio early morning fuled with multen hot coffee and ares firing on all cylinders and diving headfirst into another week of Japan’s strangest, wildest, and most straight-up WTF news. The laughs hit early, the banter hits hard, and then MOFO BOOM! The headlines drop like chaos grenades.
This week’s madness includes: a guy who seriously believed he burn down his GF’s house with 9 leters of fuel bought a falty lighter, man goes maniac on street kids and cops armed with everything except a kitchen sink, thieves go PINK PANTHER on Pokemon Card shop, all this and much much more!
You really can’t make this stuff up.
It’s outrageous, it’s ridiculous, and it’s everything you love about Got Faded Japan, raw, chaotic, and laugh-out-loud insane.
FADE ON!
 
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog
 

Japan Headlines from the Edge: Crime, Chaos, and the Truly Bizarre 5/01/2026

Episode 807.
In this action-packed episode of Got Faded Japan, Johnny and Tom are back together, diving headfirst into another week of Japan’s wildest, weirdest, and most WTF worthy news. From creative highs to behind-the-scenes banter, the boys set the tone before unleashing a storm of outrageous headlines that will leave you shaking your head and laughing out loud.
And trust us… this one’s a wild ride.
This week’s bizarre lineup includes a man who thought his body could stop a moving car (spoiler: it couldn’t), the infamous Bumping Bandit still on the loose and causing chaos up in Hokkaido, a KFC getting straight-up ganked, and a panty thief finally getting caught red-panty-handed.
Yeah… it’s that kind of episode.
All that and plenty more chaos, laughs, and absolute madness, only on Got Faded Japan.
FADE ON!
 
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog

Japan Headlines from the Edge: Crime, Chaos, and the Truly Bizarre 4/22/2026

Episode 806.
In this action-packed episode, Johnny and Tom reunite to dive into the buzz around Johnny’s latest art exhibition, TOKYO ART TANK. From creative highs to behind-the-scenes stories, the duo sets the stage before launching headfirst into this week’s most outrageous headlines.
And trust us, it’s a wild ride !
This weeks bizarre news lineup includes a dieting dog that’s somehow gaining weight, an investment banker caught funneling funds into a very D I R T Y & questionable “portfolio”, an amateur smuggler hiding contraband in cereal boxes, and a shoe-obsessed perv gets stomped down by the law!
All that and plenty more chaos, laughs, and WTF moments on GFJ!
FADE ON!
 
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
https://www.patreon.com/gotfadedjapan
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!!!! 1.
THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
SITE:https://www.thespiltink.com/
INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog
 

Chainsaws, Trains & Bad Decisions, This Week in Japan News.

Episode 805.
 It’s April Fool’s Day and we aint fooling around… With broken mics, broken phones, and soon approaching the beginning of Japan’s biggest art extravaganza, TOKYO ART TANK, Johnny and Tom pull this episode off and they do it strong!Seriously, our mics are busted so our sound sucks, like 1998 recording suckery but we pull together and get the show out for ya’s like bosses (or more like managers at MOS Burger).We discuss Japan’s greatest art extravaganza, Tokyo Art Tank, the insane tourist situation (and yeah it’s pretty damn bad) and of course, the best of the wildest news this week!In this week’s news! Chainsaw deal goes wrong, dude pokes the wrong girl on the train, never meet an X at the Pokemon shop and a whole lot more in this wild episode of GOT FADED JAPAN!!FADE ON!
 
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MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
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Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
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Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
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Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
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Painting, Art Madness & Mural Camp Japan, a conversation with Monkey Monk!

Episode 804In this action-packed episode of Got Faded Japan, Johnny kicks back with one of Japan’s legendary artists, Monkey Monk. Together they dive deep into the wild world of art in Japan, from the adrenaline of live painting and grinding it out in the studio to the mysterious spark behind creative ideas.
But that’s not all. Monkey Monk also unveils his brand-new festival experience: MURAL CAMP. This isn’t just another event, it’s a full-blown art adventure. Imagine two days of camping in the stunning Japanese countryside surrounded by creative minds, incredible food, great music, and some of Japan’s top artists painting massive murals right before your eyes.
Seriously, it’s going to be epic. If you love art, creativity, and good vibes, you don’t want to miss this.
Learn more about Monkey Monk, check out his artwork, and grab your tickets for Mural Camp:https://www.instagram.com/monkeymonkart/https://www.instagram.com/mural_camp/https://ticketdive.com/event/muralcamp_tickethttps://artsacca.com/i1247
 
 
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YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
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MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
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4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
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Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
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We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
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Rock, Write, Creative Revolution Japan: The Mind of Ken Kawabata

Episode 803In this explosive episode of Got Faded Japan, Johnny sits down with one of Tokyo’s most electrifying creative forces, Ken Kawabata.
Some people come to Japan for anime and sushi… Ken came to build a creative empire.
Writer. Publisher. Podcaster. Frontman. Film-night madman. Ken isn’t just wearing multiple hats, he’s setting them on fire. He’s the author of Necro City, co-owner of Moon Hotel Press, host of the Full Cage, the wild energy behind Tokyo’s notorious “Get Trashed” Bad Movie Night, and the frontman of Pope Bastard and the Heretics.
Calling him a “Renaissance man” doesn’t even scratch the surface. Ken is a full-throttle creative revolutionary shaking Tokyo’s underground scene to its core.
In this action-packed conversation, Johnny and Ken dive into:
🔥 Building an indie publishing powerhouse in Japan🎸 Rocking Tokyo’s music scene🎬 Creating one of the most outrageous film nights in the country🎙️ Podcasting, writing, and hustling at the highest level💥 What it really takes to turn raw passion into a movement
If you’re into underground culture, DIY creativity, indie publishing, punk rock energy, or just love hearing from people who refuse to live ordinary lives, this episode is for you.
This isn’t just a podcast.It’s a masterclass in creative domination.
Faders, crack a drink, turn it up, and press play.
FADE ON! 🎙️🔥Moon Hotel Press:https://moonhotelpress.com/Pope Bastard and The Hereticshttps://popebastard.bandcamp.com/album/pope-bastard-and-the-heretics“Get Trashed” Bad Movie Nighthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1023933825403343/
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Supporting GOT FADED JAPAN ON PATREON directly supports keeping this show going and fueled with booze, seriously could you imagine the show sober??Neither can we!SUPPORT GFJ at:
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THE SPILT INK:
Experience art, buy art and get some original art commissioned at:
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INSTAGRAM:@thespiltink
YouTube:https://youtu.be/J5-TnZLc5jE?si=yGX4oflyz_dZo74m
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2.
MITSUYA LIQUOR in ASAGAYA:
"The BEST beer shop and standing beer bar in Tokyo!"1　Chome- 13 -17 Asagayaminami, Suginami Tokyo 166-0004　Tel & Fax: 0303314-6151Email: Error! Hyperlink reference not valid.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
Harry’s Sandwich Company
1 min walk from Takeshita Street in HarajukuCall 050-5329-7203Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16−7 MSビル 3F
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4.
Share Residence MUSOCO
“It’s a share house that has all that you need and a lot more!”- Located 30 minutes form Shibuya and Yokohama- Affordable rent- Gym- BAR!- Massive kitchen- Cozy lounge space- Office work units- A spacious deck for chilling- DJ booth and club space- Barber space- AND MORE!
Get more info and move in at:https://sharedesign.co.jp/en/property.php?id=42&property=musaco&fbclid=IwAR3oYvB-a3_nzKcBG0gSdPQzxvFaWVWsi1d1xKLtYBnq8IS2uLqe6z9L6kY
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Soul Food House
https://soulfoodhouse.comAddress:2-chōme−8−10 | Azabujūban | Tokyo | 106-0045 Phone:03-5765-2148
Email:info@soulfoodhouse.com
Location Features:You can reach Soul Food House from either the Oedo Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 7-minute walk) or the Namboku Line (get off at Azabujuban Station and it's a 6-minute walk).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GET YOURSELF SOME GOT FADED JAPAN MERCH TODAY!!!
We have T-Shirts, COFFEE Mugs, Stickers, even the GFJ official pants! BUY NOW AND
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
http://www.redbubble.com/people/thespiltink/works/16870492-got-faded-japan-podcast
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The Got Faded Japan Podcast gives listeners a glimpse of the most interesting side of Japan's news, culture, peoples, parties, and all around mischief and mayhem. Hosted by Johnny and Jeremy who adds opinions and otherwise drunken bullshit to the mix.
We LOVE JAPAN AND SO DO YOU!
Send us an email on Facebook or hell man, just tell a friend & post a link to keep this pod rolllin' Fader! Kanpai mofos!
#japan #japantalk #japanpodcast #gotfadedjapan #japantravel #japanvlog