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Three Philosophies of Ancient China
A History of Japan
08/20/20 • 17 min
Against a backdrop of disunity and warfare, three philosophies would stand the test of time and continue to influence government, religion, and worldviews today. Join me as we explore Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism and the underlying assumptions which supported their adoption in ancient China.
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East Asian Trade
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08/17/20 • 7 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.
Don't forget to check out the supplementary post for some cool maps!
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The Mandate of Heaven: Part 2
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08/10/20 • 17 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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The Mandate of Heaven, Part 1
A History of Japan
08/06/20 • 13 min
In this episode, the Shang Dynasty falls and the Zhou Dynasty rises to take its place. But being the faction at the top is harder than it looks, and over time the Zhou suffer a gradual decline. However, the political and philosophical ideas which they nurtured continue to influence East Asian thought today.
Check out the supplemental post to see the maps. Who doesn't love maps?
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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.
Check out the supplemental post for photos of armor, mirror, bells and more!
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From Villages to Kingdoms
A History of Japan
07/30/20 • 14 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.
Check out the supplemental blog post for images of relevant bronze goods!
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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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BONUS: Dinosaurs of Japan
A History of Japan
07/06/20 • 5 min
In this bonus episode, we'll explore some of the dinosaurs that were native to Japan millions of years before humans even existed!
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Mythology, Customs, and Religion
A History of Japan
08/24/20 • 14 min
Ancient East Asia was a rich tapestry of various beliefs, customs, religious rituals, and spirituality. In this episode, we explore the various practices of the Yayoi regarding divination, shamanism, and ocean voyages.
Check out the supplemental post for pictures of the Izumo Shrine and Ise Shrine referred to in this episode!
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How many episodes does A History of Japan have?
A History of Japan currently has 164 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 20 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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