Oct 30, 202625 minS4
In this episode I go in deeply to discuss all the forms of gambling in Japan. It can be a fun day out and it can be junk cheap if you know what to do and you are smart about it!
About this Podcast:
Information on game shopping in Japan especially with retro gaming. Stories, shop information, and travel! I have over 20 years of experience as a game collecting resident of Japan.
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What is Japan Game Junk about?
Information on game shopping in Japan especially with retro gaming. Stories, shop information, and travel! I have over 20 years of experience as a game collecting resident of Japan.
Who hosts Japan Game Junk?
Japan Game Junk is hosted by Kento DiCaprio. The show has published 291 episodes to date.
What has Japan Game Junk covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Gambling in Japan | Japan gaming deep dive #9" (30 October 2026, 25 minutes), "Surugaya in Kanto | Japan gaming deep dive #8" (23 October 2026, 19 minutes), and "Run Down Arcades Featuring Utsunomiya's Rainbow | Japan gaming deep dive #7" (17 October 2026, 9 minutes).
How often does Japan Game Junk publish?
Japan Game Junk publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 11 minutes across 291 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Japan Game Junk?
Booking probability for Japan Game Junk is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Japan Game Junk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Japan Game Junk's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Kento DiCaprio hosts Japan Game Junk, a leisure podcast with 291 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 23, 202619 minS4
In this episode I speak a bit on the Surugaya chain of media shops and how they are the standard in this country for game buyers. I focus on 7 shops in Kanto specifically and rank them for your consideration to visit.
- Oct 17, 20269 minS4
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- Sep 30, 202615 minS4
In this episode I talk a bit about my time living in a Kyoto homestay over 20 years ago and a specific talk I had with the head of the household who worked at the main Nintendo office in that city. I explain how I...
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