Voices in Japan

Things to Consider if Marrying a Japanese Woman

July 14, 2021 Episode 123
Voices in Japan
Things to Consider if Marrying a Japanese Woman
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On this episode, Ben and Burke take a look at how their lives have changed since marrying Japanese women. Were there any surprises after they got married? What are some of the difficult life choices foreign guys might face if they marry a Japanese woman? What do Ben and Burke think will help an international marriage be successful within various cultural differences? Listen to find out as the guys compare their own situations to those of other foreign men married to Japanese women, as described in an article from Live Japan.

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