Who reigns supreme in the Japanese skies? Join Aaron and Kirk as they compare Japan’s two biggest international carriers. It’s a battle between Star Alliance and Oneworld as we share our personal experiences, flight stories, and why we think one is clearly better than the other. If you’re planning a trip to Japan or just love aviation, this is an episode you can’t miss!

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Join Aaron and Kirk as they explore the vibrant culture of watching professional sports in Japan. Recorded on March 22, 2026, this episode covers the duo’s personal experiences with the J-League (Football), NPB (Baseball), B-League (Basketball), and even Ice Hockey in Hokkaido. Discover why Japan offers one of the best spectator environments in the world—highlighting the affordability, top-tier public transport, and family-friendly atmosphere that makes every match day special.

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In Episode 19 of the Bon Bon Show, recorded February 1, 2026, Aaron and Kirk prove that picture books aren’t just for children! We dive deep into the world of Japanese Train (Densha) Books and explore why these colorful pages are actually a goldmine for adult Japanese language learners and travel enthusiasts alike. If you are studying Japanese, planning a trip to Japan, or just love trains (Densha Otaku), this episode is for you. Aaron shares how reading to his 2-year-old son helped him master new vocabulary, understand Japan’s geography, and even learn specific train industry terminology—all without the stress of difficult Kanji Books

Mentioned in this Episode:

1. しんかんせん　で　いこう (Let’s take the Shinkansen)
2. しんかんせん　で　ゴーッ (Go with Shinkansen)
3. でんしゃ　の　ずかん (Train Illustrated Reference Book)

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