
Episode 56: The Utsuro-Bune: The Legend of Japan's Ancient Alien
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05/01/23 • 37 min
In February 1803, a group of Japanese fisherman came across something strange on their shores - an odd, round boat carrying an even more odd passenger. Was this bizarre passenger a visitor from another world, or did they meet someone from somewhere slightly closer to home?
Join us this week as we delve into Japan's ancient alien story, as well as look at some mysterious artwork that can only be appreciated by a Greek man in a brown suit.
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E-mail us your stories or comments at [email protected]
Music by Liam Lynott and Lewis Beech
Artwork by Holly Osborn, find her work at @hbosborn.art on Instagram!
In February 1803, a group of Japanese fisherman came across something strange on their shores - an odd, round boat carrying an even more odd passenger. Was this bizarre passenger a visitor from another world, or did they meet someone from somewhere slightly closer to home?
Join us this week as we delve into Japan's ancient alien story, as well as look at some mysterious artwork that can only be appreciated by a Greek man in a brown suit.
Follow us on @highlystrangepod on Instagram
E-mail us your stories or comments at [email protected]
Music by Liam Lynott and Lewis Beech
Artwork by Holly Osborn, find her work at @hbosborn.art on Instagram!
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