Substacks recommended by Jack Krown

Recommended by Jack Krown

Japanese true crime with a 20-year resident of Kyoto

I stumbled upon The Kyote and it quickly became one of my weekly must reads. Though I have lived in Japan three decades (and thought I knew everything), I learn something new about this country each issue.

- Jack Krown

The fox gaze 🏳️‍🌈🦊

By Tales Gubes

Stories of gay life from the perspective of a Brazilian polyamorous human gatherer.

A bright eyed and bushy tailed fascination with life and people.

- Jack Krown

Michael Ian Black

Better than a blog? I don't know. But I always hated the word "blog." If you'd like to subscribe, the orphans I support would love it.

JAPAN ORDINARY -photos-

By Japan Ordinary

I like to capture the INTERESTING NORMAL in my life. I hope you can feel the REAL ATMOSPHERE OF JAPAN from my photos.

I was just checking my recommendations and could have sworn I have recommended Ordinary Photos a long time ago. My oversight--this is a regular posting of scenes, objects, patterns, items, whatever from a normal person's view in Japan. This is art.

- Jack Krown

Steinbergdrawscartoons

By Avi Steinberg

Cartoons, thoughts, more cartoons, worries, and more!

Sharp, witty, insightful. Yeah yeah people always say those things, but this stack really is.

- Jack Krown

Can't Get Much Higher

By Chris Dalla Riva

The intersection of music and data

I love good writing, particularly when it comes with opinion and direction. This man's takes on modern music are must reads.

- Jack Krown

Kiwi Yamabushi

By Tim Bunting

Your deep dive into rural Japan from a modern-day mountain monk.

A young New Zealander living in the far reaches of Japan who can write. He also has done many videos that I find utterly enlightnening. Take a moment.

- Jack Krown

The Big Picture

The Big Picture provides a deep dive into the cultural, political, and societal issues shaping our world today, from a variety of unique perspectives.

Walking Across Japan

By Julian Smith

Get a deeper knowledge of Japan, its history, economics and society, beyond the anime and "crazy Japan" headlines.

It’s refreshing to read the musings of a man walking across this country, captured in clear and entertaining prose. I’m looking forward to following along.

- Jack Krown

A Resonant Life

By Mike

A Buddhist-centered life coaching podcast and publication sharing experience and insight on finding one's best path forward while uncovering one's authentic self.

An array of daily life subjects, talked through in such an accessible and understandable way. Give this a listen.

- Jack Krown

Samurai History & Culture Japan

An in-depth, researched regular newsletter on samurai history, culture, news

Wow, this guy knows history! I am learning something every day...and I live here.

- Jack Krown

Badreads

By Lauren Hough

Essays, bad jokes, rants, and unsolicited advice from New York Times bestselling author Lauren Hough, and a dog named Woody Guthrie.

Simply put, one of the best writers I have found here on Substack--fluid, natural, witty. I look forward to each of her posts.

- Jack Krown

Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance

By Joyce Vance

Worried about the state of the republic? Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy, along with a dose of savvy optimism.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares thoughts about sports, politics, and popular culture and how they define America.

Tokyo Calling

By Gianni Simone

About culture, travel, the joys of slow life, and all things Japanese, of course. Over 1,800 subscribers and followers.

This is an impressively wide collection of “real life” Japan subjects and thoughts. I couldn’t agree more with the takes and find this writing smooth, accessible, and open eyed.

- Jack Krown

Chop Wood, Carry Water

By Jess Craven

This weekday newsletter gives you easy, effective political actions to take to stave off despair, effect positive change and elect more true public servants.

A U.S. voting activist's dream. This isn't just a bunch of opinion, it's a roadmap for steps you can take to contact people in power. Every day.

- Jack Krown

Imperfect notes on an imperfect world

By Christopher Hobson

Japan-based scholar Christopher Hobson reflects on how we can live and act in conditions that are constantly changing and challenging us. Pursuing open thinking.

The Status Kuo

By Jay Kuo

The Status Kuo provides accessible political and legal analysis with a dose of humor. In crazy times, a little clarity goes a long way! Subscribe to receive my email in your inbox. All paid support is voluntary but deeply appreciated

Real Gaijin

By Mark Kennedy

Unveiling the Real Japan: An American Expat's Inside Look | Hot takes, commentary, and unfiltered insights on life as a foreigner in Japan.

This newsletter is right up Frog's Glen readers' alleys. Mark is an American living in Japan, with insatiable curiosity of what he is experiencing and viewing in daily life. He has an amazing ability to find subjects everywhere!

- Jack Krown

Everything Is Amazing

By Mike Sowden

A newsletter about asking better questions & a romp through science in search of a good "wow!" you can feel down to your boots.

Totally original. Particularly if you are untrained in science, yet interested in the world around you, these essays are accessible and eye-opening!

- Jack Krown

Hello, My Friends!

By Oleg

Mostly cozy anecdotes about my life and random recommendations in light, whimsical bursts!

Oleg is a great writer living in Los Angeles. I enjoy his roving focus on daily life, and particularly smile when he talks realistically and honestly about raising small children.

- Jack Krown

The SneakyArt Post

By Nishant Jain

Secretly drawn art of the world, delivered to your inbox.

This stack was a surprise. And every day I enjoy checking out the sketched creations, particularly because they are clearly sneaked from an unnoticed corner somewhere.

- Jack Krown

Letters from an American

By Heather Cox Richardson

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.