
617: Climate Chaos
Tokyo Observations, Automatic Taxi Doors, and Cultural Etiquette
Adam Curry shares his initial impressions of Tokyo, noting that the city is much greener and cleaner than he expected based on previous stereotypes. He highlights the unique behavior of Japanese taxis, specifically the automatic doors that passengers are not supposed to touch. The discussion touches on the politeness of the local population and the specific term "gaijin" used for foreigners.
