A History of Japan
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Clans, Corporations, and Capital
A History of Japan
11/18/24 • 26 min
The early years of the Meiji period saw an explosion of economic growth as Edo Period merchant houses transformed into conglomerates called Zaibatsu.
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East Asian Trade
A History of Japan
08/17/20 • 8 min
Global trade is a concept nearly as old as civilization itself. Ancient China utilized trade networks as a means of learning about other cultures, adopting and sharing new ideas, and promoting friendly tributary relations with their neighbors. The Han Dynasty, however, would push trade to its limits, eventually exchanging goods from as far away as western Europe.
Check out the supplemental post for a trade map, a roman coin, and the coolest legal tender ever created - knife money!
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The Kingdoms of Korea
A History of Japan
08/13/20 • 13 min
In this episode, we explore the changes that began to occur in the southern and northern regions of the Korean Peninsula during the Yayoi Period, as well as the impact those changes had on Japan and China.
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The Mandate of Heaven: Part 2
A History of Japan
08/10/20 • 18 min
War rages across Zhou Dynasty as the former states become kingdoms and set their eyes toward national domination. Ultimately the kingdom of Qin would claim the throne for themselves, thanks in part to the reforms of legalist scholar Shang Yang. After the Qin's collapse, the Han Dynasty would rise from their ashes and rule China for four hundred years.
Don't forget to check out the supplemental post for maps, artwork, and a very interesting re-creation of the pigments that originally adorned the terracotta army!
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Bronze, Iron, Metallurgy, and Bells
A History of Japan
08/03/20 • 11 min
As bronze and iron implements gradually made their way to Japan from China, they began to transform the culture of the Yayoi people in some very interesting ways. In this episode, we'll explore those changes and the larger effects on the emerging Yayoi polities as well as Japan as a whole.
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From Villages to Kingdoms
A History of Japan
07/30/20 • 15 min
The early Yayoi period was largely egalitarian, with village leaders being chosen on their own merits. By the end of the period, a strict hierarchy emerged between commoners and a hereditary elite. In this episode, we'll explore the broad strokes of how this change came about, and explore the archaeology that informs our understanding.
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Season 2 Announcement
A History of Japan
07/09/20 • 2 min
Meet the mysterious masked stranger behind the voice, and learn when to expect season 2!
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The Advent of the Yayoi
A History of Japan
06/29/20 • 7 min
The Jōmon people suffered calamities which caused many of them to abandon their western settlements and relocate to the northeast, leaving Kyushu and western Honshu relatively empty. Enter the Yayoi: the people who brought large-scale agriculture to Japan.
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Meanwhile in China and Korea
A History of Japan
06/25/20 • 12 min
From creating rice and millet agriculture to forging political dynasties, China and Korea went through many important changes during the Jōmon period as well.
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Counter-Revolution
A History of Japan
11/14/24 • 30 min
The Meiji Revolution very rapidly changed nearly every aspect of public life in Japan. Such rapid progress led, inevitably, to counter-revolutions among various groups who felt discarded by the march of modernization, including a large body of samurai in the land formerly known as Satsuma Domain.
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FAQ
How many episodes does A History of Japan have?
A History of Japan currently has 222 episodes available.
What topics does A History of Japan cover?
The podcast is about Japan, History, Archaeology, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on A History of Japan?
The episode title 'Three Philosophies of Ancient China' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on A History of Japan?
The average episode length on A History of Japan is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of A History of Japan released?
Episodes of A History of Japan are typically released every 4 days.
When was the first episode of A History of Japan?
The first episode of A History of Japan was released on Jun 15, 2020.
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