Episodios

  • matsuri '25 in Los Angeles
    Mar 21 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Matsuri '25 The 2025 MLB season is officially underway, and what better way to kick things off than in Tokyo? In front of a packed Tokyo Dome, the Dodgers took down the Cubs 4-1 in Game 1 of the Tokyo Series— Seiya Suzuki from the Cubs and Shohei Ohtani played, and yep, Shohei Ohtani was at the center of the action (because of course he was). Kimi recaps the historic game. J-pop fans in Los Angeles just witnessed history in the making—matsuri’25 lit up the Peacock Theater with a sold-out show featuring YOASOBI, ATARASHII GAKKO!, and Ado! Hosted by Japan’s CEIPA organization and the Toyota Group, this wasn’t just a concert—it was a full-fledged cultural event, blending music, industry networking, and global collaboration. Kimi and Jeremiah discuss their experiences at Matsuri '25 https://www.goldenvoice.com https://www.peacocktheater.com https://www.ceipa.net https://www.bunka.go.jp/english/index.html https://ado-shop.com https://www.yoasobi-music.jp/live/ https://atarashiigakko.com https://global.toyota/en/ THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 9 m
  • Koinobori & Hina Dolls: Japan’s Festivals of Growth & Fortune
    Mar 19 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Koinobori & Hina Dolls: Japan’s Festivals of Growth & Fortune Today, we’re diving into one of Japan’s most cherished traditional festivals—Momo no Sekku, known as Girls’ Day or Hinamatsuri, which is on March 3rd, and as we cover Girl’s Day, "When we think of Japan’s seasonal festivals, most people know about Girls’ Day (Hinamatsuri) and Children’s Day (Tango no Sekku). But did you know these are part of an ancient set of five seasonal celebrations called Go-Sekku (五節句)? Some are still popular, while others have faded into history. We discuss these Japanese festivals: Jinjitsu no Sekku (人日の節句) – January 7th - "The Festival of Seven Herbs" Momo no Sekku (桃の節句) – March 3rd - "The Festival of Peach Blossoms & Hina Dolls" Tango no Sekku (端午の節句) – May 5th - "Samurai Helmets & Flying Carp – Japan’s Children's Day" Shichiseki no Sekku (七夕の節句) – July 7th - "The Star Festival – A Love Story in the Heavens" Chōyō no Sekku (重陽の節句) – September 9th - "The Forgotten Chrysanthemum Festival" THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 7 m
  • Japanese Urban Legends
    Mar 8 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Japanese Urban Legends The term “urban legend” was first popularized by an American folklorist named Jan Harold Brunvand in the 1970s. He used it to describe modern folklore—stories that weren’t ancient myths or fairy tales but circulated in everyday life. Today, we talk about Urban Legends: Japan vs. The U.S.A. We’ll cover: What makes urban legends different between Japan and America? Some of the scariest and most famous urban legends from both countries. Why do people believe in them, and how do they spread? Get ready to get spooked! THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 7 m
  • Koinobori & Hina Dolls: Japan’s Festivals of Growth & Fortune
    Mar 7 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Koinobori & Hina Dolls: Japan’s Festivals of Growth & Fortune Today, we’re diving into one of Japan’s most cherished traditional festivals—Momo no Sekku, "Girls’ Day" or Hinamatsuri. (March 3rd) When we think of Japan’s seasonal festivals, most people know about Girls’ Day (Hinamatsuri) and Children’s Day (Tango no Sekku). But did you know these are part of an ancient set of five seasonal celebrations called Go-Sekku (五節句)? Some are still popular, while others have faded into history. We explore on the show: Jinjitsu no Sekku (人日の節句) – January 7th - "The Festival of Seven Herbs" Momo no Sekku (桃の節句) – March 3rd - "The Festival of Peach Blossoms & Hina Dolls" Tango no Sekku (端午の節句) – May 5th - "Samurai Helmets & Flying Carp – Japan’s Children's Day" Shichiseki no Sekku (七夕の節句) – July 7th - "The Star Festival – A Love Story in the Heavens" Chōyō no Sekku (重陽の節句) – September 9th - "The Forgotten Chrysanthemum Festival" THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 7 m
  • The Rise of Japanese Street Fashion – Beyond Harajuku
    Feb 20 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah - Featuring The Rise of Japanese Street Fashion – Beyond Harajuku Today's episode is about Japanese street fashion—and no, we’re not just talking about Harajuku’s kawaii styles. There’s so much more to Japan’s fashion culture! Japan has influenced global fashion for decades, but it’s not just about big brands like Comme des Garçons (Rei Kawakubo) or Yohji Yamamoto. It’s also about the subcultures, the bold self-expression, and how fashion blends with music, anime, and even tech. So today, we’re diving into: The different Japanese fashion subcultures that have shaped the industry. How fashion districts like Shibuya and Harajuku set global trends. And where Japanese fashion is headed in the future. THE KIMI KATO SHOW CREDITS Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Graduation Day in Japan
    Feb 17 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW With Jeremiah - Featuring Graduation in Japan In this episode we’re diving into a big part of Japanese culture that’s coming up soon—graduation! Graduation in Japan is a pretty major event, and it’s so different from what we might be used to in the U.S. Today. We’re going to explore all the details—how it’s celebrated, why it’s so special, and even why graduation happens in March instead of June! Japan has some unique traditions for graduation. In Japan, the school year ends in March, and that’s when graduation ceremonies are held. It’s not just about weather, though that’s definitely a bonus with the cherry blossoms! Since the school year starts in April, graduation takes place at the end of the school year in March. And another reason it happens in March is that it’s more aligned with the financial year in Japan, which also starts in April. So, it’s sort of a “new beginning” all around. The end of school and the start of the fiscal year are linked, and for many, graduation signifies a time of transition to adulthood, to the workforce, or to higher education. THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Valentine's Day In Japan
    Feb 8 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW with Jeremiah Featuring Valentine's Day In Japan Today, we’re talking about something sweet, romantic, and uniquely Japanese – Valentine’s Day! We are exploring the rich Valentine's Japanese traditions. Valentine's Day is rooted in ancient Rome and involves a mix of love, rebellion, and a bit of mystery! The day is named after Saint Valentine, but here’s the twist—there were several Saint Valentines. The most famous story revolves around a priest named Valentine who lived during the reign of Emperor Claudius II in the 3rd century. Claudius believed that single men were better soldiers than married ones, so he outlawed marriage so young men could focus on building his army. And what happened was that Valentine rebelled! He secretly performed weddings for young couples in love. When the emperor found out, Valentine was arrested and eventually executed on February 14th—hence the date. However, there’s another layer to this story. While Valentine was in prison, he’s said to have healed the jailer’s blind daughter and, before his execution, wrote her a letter signed “Your Valentine.” That phrase stuck and became a symbol of affection. THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • MAKIKO TOKUYAMA - Founder / Designer of MAKKO
    Jan 24 2025
    THE KIMI KATO SHOW Featuring MAKIKO TOKUYAMA - Founder / Designer of MAKKO Makiko Tokuyama is the brilliant mind and heart behind the fine jewelry brand MAKKO. MAKKO isn’t just fine jewelry—it’s a story of passion, discovery, and empowerment. Designed with authenticity and crafted with care, each piece reflects founder Makiko Tokuyama’s journey of growth and creativity. Makiko’s journey is as captivating as the pieces she creates. Born and raised in Japan, Makiko moved to Los Angeles in 2004, driven by excitement and curiosity. Coming from a modest family, she diligently saved up for this journey and arrived in a new city without knowing the language or anyone. Alone but eager, she embraced every experience as an adventure—an opportunity to explore, learn, and grow. Her travels worldwide further shaped her perspective, molding her into an extraordinary character: curious, authentic, and gracefully independent. Inspired by LA’s vibrant energy, Makiko began sketching jewelry designs in her small apartment. With a vision for timeless beauty and an unwavering commitment to quality, she brought her ideas to life, creating exquisite pieces that celebrate the strength and elegance of modern women. In 2011, MAKKO was born—a brand rooted in authenticity, creativity, and enduring sophistication. Makiko believes true style transcends time, shining beautifully in every era. Each piece embodies this philosophy—meticulously crafted to remain relevant, cherished, and admired not just today but for generations to come. She wishes MAKKO to inspire and endure, growing with every story it becomes a part of. More than jewelry, MAKKO is about embracing your journey and celebrating the beauty and strength of today’s women. Each piece is a tribute to their resilience, inspiring them to shine authentically with confidence and grace. www.makkojewelry.com Follow on Instagram @makkojewelry THE KIMI KATO SHOW Host - Kimi Kato Co-Host - Jeremiah D. Higgins Executive Producers - Kimi Kato & Jeremiah D. Higgins Sound Engineer - Graham Parker | Surprise Studio Theme Music for The Kimi Kato Show - Yamagen “Joyride” Kimi Kato on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimitaka.kato/ https://www.instagram.com/project_asteri/ https://www.instagram.com/asteri_ent/ Project Asteri Website: https://projectasteri.com evolve entertainment network - www.thejeremiahshow.com Pantheon Media - http://pantheonpodcasts.com/ Radio Candy Media - https://www.facebook.com/RadioCandyMedia/ All Inquiries: Jeremiah D. Higgins | Executive Producer https://linktr.ee/jeremiahdhiggins GRAHAM PALMER’S SOCIALS Find Graham Palmer Surprise Studio on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/surprise__studio/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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