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The Resident Foreigner and the Foreign Resident - BONUS EPISODE
A History of Japan
02/03/25 • 12 min
This episode follows the lives and adventures of Basil Hall Chamberlain and Lafcadio Hearn, two of the most famous foreign residents who lived in Japan during the Meiji Period.
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A Whole New World
A History of Japan
05/15/25 • 25 min
The new international status quo that emerged after the first World War was very different than what came before, and Japan was poised to become a major new power in this new world.
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The Boshin War
A History of Japan
06/06/24 • 27 min
Tensions between the Bakufu and the freshly-energized Loyalists came to a head when a shogunate army was refused entry to Kyoto - then promptly fired upon. The ensuing Boshin War was largely one-sided, with Loyalists gaining repeated victories due to superior arms, tactics, and numbers.
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The Republic of China
A History of Japan
05/05/25 • 23 min
In early 1912, the Qing Dynasty officially transferred its right to rule to the Republic of China, who named Yuan Shikai as their president in exchange for ending the civil war. Shikai, however, would soon prove just as power-hungry and authoritarian as the imperial system he sought to replace.
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An Age of Letters - BONUS EPISODE
A History of Japan
01/20/25 • 20 min
Writers of the Meiji Period included some of the most influential Japanese authors of all time, many of whom are still regularly included in reading curriculum today.
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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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The Qing Dynasty’s Self-Strengthening
A History of Japan
11/28/24 • 31 min
In light of its repeated defeats and humiliations at the hands of imperial powers, the Qing Dynasty attempted to modernize its military, economy, and society through a series of reforms known as the "Self-Strengthening Movement."
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FAQ
How many episodes does A History of Japan have?
A History of Japan currently has 244 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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