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Japanology Plus · S6E26 — Japanophiles: Wolfgang Loeger
Season 6 episodes
1. Roof TilersJan 8, 2019
2. Japanophiles: Thomas BertrandJan 29, 2019
3. Hidden Christians: Part 1Feb 19, 2019
4. Hidden Christians: Part 2Feb 26, 2019
5. Wood: CultureMar 5, 2019
6. Wood: CarpentryMar 12, 2019
7. Japanophiles: Oussouby SackoMar 19, 2019
8. MeatMar 26, 2019
9. Popular TheaterApr 2, 2019
10. Oni: Japanese OgresApr 16, 2019
11. Japanese Dog BreedsApr 30, 2019
12. Japanophiles: Peter MacMillanMay 21, 2019
13. Konamon: Flour-based CuisineJun 11, 2019
14. Frozen FoodJun 25, 2019
15. SlippersJul 9, 2019
16. Japanophiles: Ondrej HyblJul 23, 2019
17. Tokyo: WaterJul 30, 2019
18. Tokyo: Backstreets and AlleysAug 6, 2019
19. Mechanical DollsAug 27, 2019
20. SwordsSep 10, 2019
21. BathroomsOct 1, 2019
22. Japanophiles: David AtkinsonOct 8, 2019
23. MonkeysOct 15, 2019
24. BanknotesNov 5, 2019
25. PlasterworkNov 12, 2019
26. Japanophiles: Wolfgang LoegerNov 19, 2019
27. InsectsDec 3, 2019
28. Donburi: Rice BowlsDec 10, 2019Synopsis
Wolfgang Loeger emigrated from Austria to Japan in 1987. Following nearly thirty years as a ski instructor, he relocated to Tokyo and embarked on a career as a taxi driver. Foreign drivers are a rarity in Japan, yet Loeger’s insight and passion are truly exceptional. In a conversation with Peter Barakan for a publication focused on those with a deep affection for Japan, he recounts his journey to driving a taxi and shares glimpses of his experiences. He also discusses his aspirations to operate
