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A History of Japan

A history of the people of Japan, from the prehistoric Jomon period to the modern era. WARNING: This podcast occasionally touches on subjects of human sexuality, suicide, violence, and torture.

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Latest episodes

  1. The Final Decade of Shōwa17 Aug 2026
  2. Shifting Currents (Culture 1973-1979)10 Aug 2026
  3. Adapt and React (Economics 1973-1979)3 Aug 2026
  4. Toxic Shock (Politics 1973-1979)27 Jul 2026
  5. The Vietnam Wars (Vietnam, 1945-1976)20 Jul 2026
  6. A Peninsula Divided (Korea, 1945-1975)13 Jul 2026
  7. The Great Leap (China, 1953-1976)6 Jul 2026
  8. The People’s Republic (China, 1945-1953)29 Jun 2026
  9. The New Wave (Social Matters, 1955-1972)22 Jun 2026
  10. Making a Miracle (Economics 1955-1972)15 Jun 2026