Making Tokusatsu ft. Takeshi Yagi, Director of Ultraman Max
Step into the world of tokusatsu with Ultraman Max director Takeshi Yagi! The Krewe chats with Yagi-san about the artistry, imagination, and behind-the-scenes magic that bring Ultraman and Japan’s iconic heroes & monsters to life. Discover how tokusatsu continues to inspire fans around the world.
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The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!
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------ Links for Takeshi Yagi ------
Takeshi Yagi's New Book (Releasing Nov 19, 2025)
------ Past Tokusatsu/Pop Culture Episodes ------
Enjoying Shojo Anime & Manga ft. Taryn of Manga Lela (S5E18)
Akira Toriyama: Legacy of a Legend ft. Matt Alt (S5E3)
The History & Evolution of Godzilla ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S5E1)
Thoughts on Godzilla Minus One ft. Dr. William (Bill) Tsutsui (S4Bonus)
The History of Nintendo ft. Matt Alt (S4E18)
Japanese Mascot Mania ft. Chris Carlier of Mondo Mascots (S4E8)
