
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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 274 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationHistory | |||

Not everyone in the belligerent nations of the second world war was eager to support their government. This episode is all about those who stood against their own governments during the second world war in both Axis and Allied nations.
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Although the Axis Powers were clearly losing ground throughout late 1944 and early 1945, Japan continued fighting for months after Germany surrendered, often exacting horrific casualties upon both Allied forces and their own civilian populations. The... more
Prime Minister Tojo Hideki planned two major offensives for 1944 which he hoped would reverse the Empire of Japan's fortunes in the Pacific War while Allied forces continued to make costly but successful incursions onto Japanese territory.
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Resistance grows in the Philippines as Allied forces in the Pacific continue making incursions onto Japanese territory. Meanwhile, a new offensive effort in China as well as a fresh German offensive against Russia threatens to tilt the war back in fa... more
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Really enjoyed this podcast, first episode has already caught me very well.
This is really good and all enjoyers of Japan or history should try
Good and quick mini lessons on Japanese history.
I really like this podcast - very interesting and instructive!
Easy to listen to and flows smoothly while also points out biases (of the resources and his own). Note for headphone users, randomly you can hear coughing, shuffling, and what sounds like someone emptying the dishwasher
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Content primarily explores Japanese history from various angles, spanning from the Jomon period through to modern times. Episodes cover significant historical events, influential figures, and cultural movements while shedding light on Japan's complex socio-political interactions both locally and with foreign powers. Unique in its narrative style and emphasis on chronological storytelling, the discussions are enriched by guest interviews and insights into lesser-known historical contexts, addressing topics such as radical politics, feminism, and the impacts of war and crisis. The series is likely to resonate with history enthusiasts, educators, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Japan's past.
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A History of Japan launched 6 years ago and published 274 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on A History of Japan include:
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2. Kaila Yu
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