Like My Anime

A podcast dedicated to helping you find more of the anime, manga, and other Japanese media you’ll love

Podcasting since 2025 • 16 episodes

Like My Anime

Latest Episodes

The Japanese Words You Didn't Know You Needed

We challenge the “untranslatable words” myth, then argue that some Japanese terms still earn a spot in English because they capture everyday feelings with unusual precision. We break down why these words work, how famous loanwords get misused, ...

September 24, 2026 • 14:38

We Need to Talk About RuriDragon and Half is More

This time we take a look at two manga about racism and finding where you belong with RuriDragon and Half is More RuriDragon ルリドラゴンGenre: Slice of life, coming of age, fantasyAuthor: Masaoki ShindoTranslat...

September 08, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 14 • 21:26

It's Getting Harder to Live in Japan

This time, we unpack why life in Japan feels harder right now for both citizens and foreign residents alike. The episode connects Japan's weak currency, a record-breaking tourism boom, and a sweeping tightening of visa and permanent residency r...

August 25, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 13 • 16:50

Summer is Scary in Japan

Episode Overview We explore Japan's summer horror tradition — rooted in the Obon festival and kaidan ghost stories — through five recommendations spanning film, Netflix TV, legal drama, and anime.Key Discussion Points

August 16, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 12 • 7:07

A Manga That Finally Felt Like Me | Spacewalking With You

Episode Overview A personal, spoiler-light review of the manga Spacewalking with You by Inuhiko Doronoda — a slice-of-life story about a "lazy" high schooler, Kobayashi, whose friendship with an unusual transfer student, Uno...

July 29, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 11 • 9:40