[00:00 - 00:12]Connor suggests taking a taxi home, but they get stopped by a police officer.

[00:27 - 00:34]Garnt is hosting without a guest for the second episode in a row.

[00:46 - 00:52]They discuss the popularity and schedule of their podcast, Trash Taste.

[03:23 - 03:31]They discuss their Christmas holiday and the struggle of taking breaks as YouTubers.

[04:20 - 04:29]They talk about their experience with KFC on Christmas in Japan.

[00:00 - 06:56]They reflect on the Christmas spirit and missing it while spending the holiday in Asia. Overall, the group discusses their experience with KFC on Christmas in Japan and reflects on the Christmas spirit while spending the holiday in Asia.

[06:56 - 07:05] Christmas in Japan is not a family thing, it's more of a romantic thing and everyone is working.

[07:05 - 07:17]The speaker had a delivery during their roast dinner and it ruined the Christmas simulation for them.

[07:34 - 07:42]Christmas is a time for going back and reluctantly talking to family members about personal things.

[07:48 - 07:59]The speaker did not appreciate Christmas until they realized it was a good way to end and restart the year.

[08:07 - 08:13]The period between Christmas and New Year's is a blank period where nobody knows what's going on.

[08:42 - 08:51]Supermarkets and convenience stores are open 24/7 during this time and there are many bizarre collaborations.

[08:51 - 08:57]KFC is the most popular Christmas food in Japan, despite having no connection to Christmas.

[10:18 - 10:23]It is common for businesses to collaborate in marketing in Japan.

[10:23 - 10:29]Christmas in Japan is not a family thing, but more of a romantic holiday where everyone is working.

[11:21 - 11:27]The speaker dislikes collaborations with characters on food or products.

[11:21 - 11:27]Christmas is a time for reluctantly talking to family members about personal things.

[11:59 - 12:09]The speaker had a bad experience with a latte at a Promised Neverland cafe.

[12:14 - 12:21]It is common for businesses to collaborate in marketing in Japan.

[12:31 - 12:38]KFC is the most popular Christmas food in Japan, despite having no connection to Christmas.

[12:38 - 12:44]The speaker had a delivery during their Christmas dinner, ruining the holiday simulation.

[12:38 - 12:44]The speaker did not appreciate Christmas until they realized it was a good way to end and restart the year.

[12:44 - 12:51]Supermarkets and convenience stores are open 24/7 during this time and there are many bizarre collaborations.

[12:44 - 12:51]The speaker dislikes collaborations with characters on food or products.

[12:44 - 12:51]They had a bad experience with a latte at a Promised Neverland cafe.

[12:51 - 12:57]Despite all of this, there are still enough attractions for fans during the holiday season. Summary:

[12:51 - 12:57]The period between Christmas and New Year's is a blank period where nobody knows what's going on.

[06:56 - 12:57]However, there are still enough attractions for fans during the holiday season.

[12:57 - 13:02] The speaker discusses going to a gift shop or cafe and mentions that there are sometimes good items there.

[13:31 - 13:40]They mention a collaboration with Burger King and a Star toy, and how they had to ask their parents to get them the other toy.

[14:13 - 14:22]The speaker and the other person discuss their experiences with anime collaboration cafes and how they are often tacky and unimpressive.

[15:07 - 15:16]They mention that most anime cafes follow the same formula and are not worth visiting.

[15:30 - 15:37]They talk about the limited time nature of these cafes and how it creates a sense of urgency.

[16:36 - 16:44]The speaker and the other person agree that the exhibition at the Fate Museum was impressive, but the cafe was not.

[17:17 - 17:22]They mention a cafe that they made a video on, where 3D latte art is made, and how it is the only good cafe they have been to.

[17:47 - 17:53]They discuss how permanent cafes, such as the Pokemon and Kirby cafes, tend to have better and more experimental items.

[17:59 - 18:04]The speaker mentions a new theme park opening in Japan and how it looks impressive.

[18:19 - 18:25]They mention that the theme park will likely have a lottery system for tickets, which they dislike.

[18:31 - 18:37]The speaker watched a video about the theme park and mentions that visitors get bracelets that they can use to interact with the park.

[12:57 - 18:42]The speaker and another person discuss their experiences with anime collaboration cafes, which they find to be often tacky and unimpressive. They mention a few exceptions, such as the Pokemon and Kirby cafes, and discuss a new theme park opening in Japan. The speaker also mentions a cafe they made a video on, where 3D latte art is made.

[18:48 - 18:53]A Japanese YouTuber was given early access to an event sponsored by USJ and Nintendo.

[18:53 - 19:01]He is considered a top YouTuber in Japan and "cuckin" is synonymous with being a YouTuber.

[19:14 - 19:20]Japan has a lottery system to obtain tickets for events, including the Olympics.

[22:41 - 22:49]Nintendo has been criticized for their handling of tournaments and events, including cancelling a Splatoon tournament over a free Smash event.

[23:07 - 23:15]Other companies, such as Riot, fully embrace the esports scene and monetize it heavily.

[24:12 - 24:21]Nintendo is the most cash-rich company in Japan, but they only want to make money in ways they are comfortable with.

[18:43 - 24:42]Japanese companies prioritize making money in ways they are familiar with, rather than exploring new methods.

[26:57 - 27:04]Discussion about taking risks in business and making money

[29:08 - 29:15]Comparison to Nintendo's creativity and business decisions

[29:08 - 29:15]Examples of Nintendo's unique and successful ideas, such as Ring Fit and Mario Kart AR

[30:40 - 30:46]Disappointment in lack of online play for Super Mario Party

[30:40 - 30:46]Hope for future Mario Party games with online play

[30:58 - 31:04]Japanese companies being hesitant to take risks

[30:58 - 31:04]Japanese companies being conservative and sticking to traditional methods

[30:58 - 31:04]Nintendo's balance between creativity and business sense

[31:11 - 31:18]Discussion about cultural differences in social gatherings and meeting at each other's houses

[24:42 - 31:18]Overall, Nintendo is a successful and beloved company despite some missed opportunities and disappointments.

[31:24 - 31:30]Discussion about meeting up with Japanese friends and going to eat at an Izakaya

[31:36 - 31:42]Comparison between meeting at each other's houses in the West vs eating out in Japan

[31:42 - 31:53]Mention of Japan valuing online play but not including it in their culture

[32:00 - 32:05]Joking about Nintendo colluding with the government to promote hikikomori lifestyle

[34:17 - 34:26]Mention of government commissioning AI companies to match people together due to declining birth rate

[34:32 - 34:38]Discussion about a sex toy called Tenga and its AI capabilities

[36:10 - 36:19]Discussion about Japan's obsession with blood types and potential bullying in schools

[36:57 - 37:05]Mention of company policy for yearly health checkups and efficiency of Japanese health system

[31:18 - 37:51]Discussion of cultural differences between the West and Japan, including meeting up with friends, values towards online play and sex toys, government involvement in promoting certain lifestyles, and the efficient Japanese health system.

[37:51 - 37:57]Split on x-ray and blood taking done

[37:57 - 38:02]Had some problems with form, so had to fill it out again

[38:03 - 38:09]About 5-10 minutes behind Connor

[38:09 - 38:18]Started process and saw Connor almost done

[38:09 - 38:18]Efficient and fast process

[38:09 - 38:18]Felt like being in a chicken run

[38:19 - 38:26]Saw list of things to be checked and thought it would take all day

[38:26 - 38:32]Had to bring pee from the night before

[38:32 - 38:40]Went to busy place in Shinjuku for health checkup

[38:41 - 38:46]Reception area with 12 desks

[38:47 - 38:52]Went upstairs to fancy office-like room with medical gowns

[38:53 - 39:01]Small room with couches and sections for different checkups

[39:01 - 39:07]Saw everyone getting blood taken

[39:08 - 39:13]Got number and felt like a chicken in a farm

[39:14 - 39:19]Processed like a piece of meat

[39:19 - 39:29]Sanitized before going in

[39:30 - 39:35]Fast process with different tests and language barrier

[39:30 - 39:35]Hates blood tests and getting blood taken

[39:55 - 40:09]Had to wait a week for GP in UK, but free healthcare

[41:16 - 41:25]X-ray was just a rectangle on the wall

[41:38 - 41:45]Cardiogram felt like a mental patient about to get lobotomized

[41:45 - 41:51]Had to lay down and had suckers and appendages on chest, heart, arms, and legs

[41:52 - 41:58]Felt like about to get electric shock

[41:59 - 42:08]Had to be lubed up because of chest hair

[42:23 - 42:28]Every year after 35, have to have a colonoscopy in Japan due to common problem of hemorrhoids

[42:39 - 42:45]Colonoscopy can awaken things

[43:02 - 43:07]Confused colonoscopy with endoscopy

[43:20 - 43:28]Rather have something up ass than down throat

[43:38 - 43:44]Blood pressure thing felt weird

[37:51 - 43:44]Went for health checkup in Japan, efficient and fast process, felt like a chicken being processed, had to bring pee, saw different tests being done, had to wait for GP in UK, had to have colonoscopy every year after 35 in Japan, rather have something up ass than down throat.

[43:44 - 43:49] Doctor compliments speaker on good results, but speaker wants more explanation

[43:55 - 44:02]Speaker uses "hunter-hunter-nan" analogy for changing blood pressure

[44:21 - 44:33]Group discusses Japanese health system and fear of missed veins during blood tests

[44:21 - 44:33]Group talks about different ways of coping with needle phobia during blood tests

[44:57 - 45:04]Speaker shares embarrassing experience of needle being inserted into muscle instead of vein

[47:36 - 47:42]Group discusses cultural differences in privacy during medical procedures

[47:42 - 47:51]Speaker remembers childhood experience of getting blood taken

[48:50 - 48:58]Group talks about preparing for medical tests and the discomfort of not being able to eat or drink beforehand

[43:44 - 49:29]Group discusses experiences with blood tests and medical procedures, including compliments from doctor, fear of missed veins, and coping strategies for needle phobia. They also talk about cultural differences in privacy during medical procedures and the discomfort of not being able to eat or drink before tests.

[49:29 - 49:35]God, that's your damage. They're going to see my heroin veins and everything, man.

[50:19 - 50:25]Joey and Connor take a taxi ride home after streaming at the Trash Taste office.

[54:20 - 54:29]They were stopped by a police officer for speeding, causing a delay in their journey.

[55:17 - 55:25]The taxi driver was apologetic and the police officers asked for their consent to pull them over.

[55:32 - 55:38]They were in the middle of nowhere and the police officers were suspicious of them being foreigners.

[55:32 - 55:38]The taxi was stopped near a bridge and a power plant.

[55:43 - 55:51]Four police officers inspected the taxi while two others stood by.

[49:29 - 55:51]Joey and Connor took a taxi ride home after streaming and were stopped by police for speeding near a bridge and power plant. Four police officers inspected the taxi while two others stood by, causing a delay in their journey.

[55:51 - 56:00] In Japan, police officers often send more officers than necessary to respond to incidents.

[56:31 - 56:41]The narrator felt intimidated by the number of police officers crowding around a man who had done nothing wrong.

[56:48 - 56:54]The narrator was surprised when the police did not ask for his ID or information, possibly because he spoke Japanese.

[59:12 - 59:17]The podcast is sponsored by Mac Weldon, a company that sells men's essentials and offers a loyalty program and guarantee.

[59:43 - 59:48]In general, taxi drivers in the countryside are more likely to talk to customers than those in the city.

[59:55 - 1.00:02]The narrator finds taxis in Japan to be awkward and prefers when the drivers do not try to engage in conversation.

[1.00:09 - 1.00:14]However, the narrator had a positive experience with a taxi driver in Okinawa who acted as a tour guide and charged for a regular route.

[1.01:37 - 1.01:45]A similar experience happened with a taxi driver in Koshi Valley who gave a tour of other wineries in the area.

[55:51 - 1.02:02]Overall, the podcast discusses police and taxi experiences in Japan and the sponsorship of Mac Weldon.

[1.02:02 - 1.02:08]Just in case you want to go, the speaker and their friend had a taxi ride to a winery

[1.02:08 - 1.02:17]They got a tour of every winery in the area from the same taxi driver

[1.04:56 - 1.05:05]The speaker finds it cool that this adds an extra enjoyment for tourists in Japan

[1.05:05 - 1.05:13]There are five rare taxis in Tokyo that have a Sakura sign on top, considered the SSR of taxis

[1.05:13 - 1.05:20]In Tokyo, there is a big cemetery in Rapongi where hundreds of taxis park and drivers sleep and change clothes

[1.06:19 - 1.06:36]One of the speaker's friends recently got one of these rare taxis and it was a nicer and more luxurious experience

[1.07:21 - 1.07:27]Taxi drivers in the countryside are more friendly compared to those in Tokyo

[1.07:21 - 1.07:27]Taxis in Tokyo are expensive, but in Okinawa they are half the price due to lack of train options

[1.07:21 - 1.07:27]The speaker has noticed that most taxi drivers in Tokyo are older

[1.07:42 - 1.07:49]The speaker believes that many people in Tokyo become taxi drivers after retirement

[1.02:02 - 1.07:55]The speaker and their friend took a taxi to a winery and got a tour of every winery in the area. They discuss the differences between taxi drivers in the countryside and in Tokyo, and the strange sleeping habits of Tokyo taxi drivers. They also mention the rare Sakura taxis in Tokyo and the luxurious experience of riding in one. The cost of taxis in Tokyo is discussed, as well as the lack of train options in Okinawa, making taxis a more affordable option. The speaker believes that many people in Tokyo become taxi drivers after retirement.

[1.07:55 - 1.08:05]Speaker discusses perception of taxi drivers and their qualifications

[1.08:26 - 1.08:38]Talks about how fast things are built in the city

[1.12:27 - 1.12:37]Recounts a strange and potentially dangerous taxi experience in LA during a convention

[1.12:27 - 1.12:37]The speaker and their companions fear for their safety and eventually get out of the taxi

[1.13:40 - 1.13:46]Driver asks for a five-star review and becomes increasingly agitated during the ride

[1.14:04 - 1.14:10]The driver demands a five-star review as they exit the taxi

[1.14:04 - 1.14:10]The speaker has not had many other bad taxi experiences, but once received a one-star review as a customer

[1.07:55 - 1.14:22]Speaker discusses perception of taxi drivers, recounts a strange and potentially dangerous taxi experience in LA, and shares a personal experience of receiving a one-star review as a customer.

[1.14:23 - 1.14:28] Driving from where they were staying to the convention center in a massive Jeep with a big driver

[1.15:31 - 1.15:37]The driver turns out to be a chill and cool guy who listens to Enya

[1.15:57 - 1.16:03]They have a funny conversation about the driver's music taste

[1.16:41 - 1.16:51]The speaker talks about their rating system for Uber drivers and shares a story about a bad experience in Paris and almost getting scammed in Italy

[1.19:32 - 1.19:39]They mention that China has the craziest taxi drivers and share a story about a scary ride in Shanghai

[1.19:32 - 1.19:39]The speaker has had weird experiences with taxi drivers

[1.20:21 - 1.20:28]The speaker brings up a previous story about a situation that was "not piping"

[1.14:23 - 1.20:28]The speaker has had various experiences with different taxi drivers, including a funny encounter with a chill driver who listens to Enya, a bad experience in Paris and almost getting scammed in Italy, and a scary ride in China. They also mention a previous story about a situation that was "not piping" and mention that they have had weird experiences with taxi drivers in general.

[1.20:34 - 1.20:44] Person talking about experiences with taxis in Asia, specifically Japan

[1.20:44 - 1.20:50]Expresses satisfaction with taxi experiences in Japan

[1.20:51 - 1.20:58]Discusses tipping culture in Japan and desire to tip a taxi driver for a good experience

[1.21:18 - 1.21:28]Shifts conversation to reviewing mentality in Japan, specifically on Google and other review sites

[1.21:58 - 1.22:07]Speculates on what would constitute a five-star experience for a Japanese restaurant

[1.24:05 - 1.24:12]Mentions that even fine dining restaurants rarely receive above four stars

[1.24:37 - 1.24:45]Confusion over how to rate fast food chains like McDonald's on Google reviews

[1.25:23 - 1.25:33]Observes that highly-rated places in Japan often have long wait times and require advance reservations

[1.26:30 - 1.26:36]Describes failed attempt to book a table at Denny's, a popular chain restaurant in Japan

[1.20:28 - 1.27:29]Person discusses their experiences with taxis and the reviewing mentality in Japan, noting the high ratings and long wait times for popular places, and the confusion over how to rate fast food on review sites.

[1.27:41 - 1.27:51] The speaker discusses the unreliability of online reviews for products, including books and mattresses.

[1.28:51 - 1.28:58]They also mention the different standards for giving a five-star rating.

[1.30:50 - 1.30:59]The conversation shifts to the prevalence of seasonal products in Japan and the frustration of limited edition items.

[1.32:10 - 1.32:17]The speaker reflects on their experiences living in Japan and trying new products, both enjoyable and frustrating.

[1.33:00 - 1.33:08]They share personal experiences with finding and craving regional items that are difficult to obtain.

[1.33:44 - 1.33:52]The speaker also talks about finding a hidden gem, a lemon milk, in a random convenience store.

[1.33:54 - 1.33:59]Finally, they mention the Sapporo special beer and the frustration of forgetting the name of the prefecture.

[1.27:29 - 1.34:05]In summary, the speaker discusses the challenges of relying on online reviews and the prevalence of seasonal and regional products in Japan, sharing personal experiences and reflections on living in the country.

[1.34:05 - 1.34:11]The speaker and the transcriber discuss the taste of Sapporo beer in different locations.

[1.37:43 - 1.37:48]The speakers discuss the differences in taste of Guinness in Ireland versus outside of Ireland.

[1.38:07 - 1.38:13]They mention wanting to bring back Sapporo beer from Japan, but it is heavy.

[1.38:07 - 1.38:13]The speaker thinks that Sapporo beer in Japan tastes worse than they remember it tasting abroad.

[1.38:07 - 1.38:13]They mention Asahi beer tasting better in Australia, but now it tastes bad.

[1.38:07 - 1.38:13]The transcriber shares a story about seeing Singha beer, a cheap Thai beer, being sold for a high price in Japan.

[1.38:23 - 1.38:35]The transcriber talks about seeing people drinking beer in public during the daytime in Hokkaido and Okinawa.

[1.38:23 - 1.38:35]They discuss public drinking laws in Japan and the surprise of seeing people drinking at lunchtime.

[1.38:35 - 1.38:41]They mention seeing Carling beer in sports bars in Japan.

[1.38:49 - 1.38:56]The speaker is afraid to go back to Australia and drink bad beer.

[1.40:11 - 1.40:19]The transcriber mentions his parents sending him pot noodles from the UK as a comfort food.

[1.40:11 - 1.40:19]The speakers discuss the speaker's preference for pot noodles and the transcriber's love for Australian sweets.

[1.34:05 - 1.40:25]Overall, the discussion revolves around the taste of different drinks and the comforts of familiar foods while living abroad.

[1.40:32 - 1.40:37]Discussion of Australian pride and biscuits

[1.43:32 - 1.43:37]Debate over hard vs soft cookies

[1.44:47 - 1.44:54]Childhood fascination with cookies fueled by American cartoons

[1.45:26 - 1.45:31]Disappointment in store-bought or day-old cookies

[1.45:37 - 1.45:42]Need for moistness in brownies

[1.46:06 - 1.46:15]Differences between Australian and UK biscuits

[1.46:06 - 1.46:15]Introduction to Anzac biscuits and digestive biscuits

[1.46:06 - 1.46:15]Comparison of bakery sections in Australian and UK supermarkets

[1.46:06 - 1.46:15]Preference for freshly baked cookies and brownies from UK supermarkets

[1.46:29 - 1.46:36]Dislike for UK cookies, but enjoyment of Subway cookies

[1.46:37 - 1.46:49]Importance of freshly baked cookies

[1.40:25 - 1.46:49]Overall, the speakers have a love for cookies and brownies, but are critical of store-bought or day-old versions. They also have a preference for freshly baked treats from UK supermarkets.

[1.47:05 - 1.47:14]Discussion about freshly baked goods and dairy milk chocolate

[1.48:33 - 1.48:39]Praise for Cadbury and Swiss chocolate

[1.48:40 - 1.48:49]Comparison of American and British chocolate

[1.49:42 - 1.49:47]Mention of Ferrero Rocher and its perceived poshness

[1.51:18 - 1.51:29]Preference for savory snacks over sweets

[1.52:56 - 1.53:02]Struggle with intense dark chocolate

[1.46:49 - 1.53:02]Overall, a discussion about different types of chocolate and personal preferences.

[1.53:03 - 1.53:09] Person discusses dark chocolate and its high percentage of cacao

[1.53:09 - 1.53:16]Person talks about the battle they have with their mouth when eating dark chocolate

[1.53:27 - 1.53:33]Person mentions that dark chocolate stays with them for the rest of the day

[1.54:04 - 1.54:11]Person talks about combining dark chocolate with coffee or tea to balance out the taste

[1.54:04 - 1.54:11]Person mentions that they never thought about combining chocolate with anything else before

[1.54:59 - 1.55:10]Discussion about wine and how it was never enjoyable until trying it with a good steak

[1.55:35 - 1.55:50]Person admits that they still don't think expensive wine is worth the price

[1.55:50 - 1.55:59]Mention of cheap wine options in convenience stores and how they can still taste good

[1.56:28 - 1.56:35]Discussion about the cheapest wine brand and its flavor

[1.56:55 - 1.57:01]Gratitude towards patrons and their possible love for chocolate and wine

[1.57:26 - 1.57:31]Mention of Patreon and other social media platforms

[1.57:44 - 1.57:51]Outro by one of the hosts

[1.53:03 - 1.58:09]The person discusses their experience with dark chocolate and how it stays with them for the rest of the day. They also talk about combining it with coffee or tea and their thoughts on expensive wine. They express gratitude towards their patrons and mention their social media platforms before ending with the outro.