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History of Japan

Isaac Meyer
Japan
Tokugawa Shogunate
Miyazaki Manabu
Manchuria
Shinto
Edo Period
Japanese History
Buddhism
Reiki
Sumo Wrestling
Meiji Era
Otaku Culture
Zen Buddhism
World War II
Minamoto No Yoshitsune
Meiji Restoration
Manga
Kawai Koume
Sumo
Tenmei Riots

This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.

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Latest Episodes

We're coming up on the end of the school year here in the US and will have to briefly interrupt our normal programming. To tide you over, here's a bonus episode from my old podcast Criminal Records. We'll be back on June 12!

Show notes here.

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Fate twists once again in Fujiwara no Michinaga's favor as an unfortunate accident of birth sees him solidify his grip on power. This week: the final steps of Michinaga's rise, his legacy, and that of Eiga Monogatari.

Show notes here.

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Fujiwara no Michinaga is on top of the world, but there's one final hurdle to overcome. His deceased brother's daughter is still the leader of the emperor's harem, and his closest confidant in the world. Without a grandson to make crown prince, he'll... more

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This week: Fujiwara no Kaneie is a name we've encountered once before on the podcast. But now we get to see him in his element as a wheeler and dealer who lays out a perfect blueprint for assuming political power from an older sibling. And we'll get ... more

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Recent Guests

Evelyn Iritani
Journalist who covered Port Angeles and Japan-related stories
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Episode: Episode 625 - An Ocean Between Us, Part 2
Dr. Mike Freiling
A translator and expert in Japanese poetry, author of '100 Poems from Old Japan.'
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Episode: Episode 590 - An Interview with Dr. Mike Freiling

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Phenomenal Japanese history podcast. Don't miss out on this one. A lot of great multi-part series and one-off topics.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    itsallosiernow
    a month ago
  • Fantastic, but many episodes don’t work

    Was really exited to dive into this interesting and thorough podcast. I started at episode 501 but quickly had to skip several as the episodes would not play. I jumped in again at a later stage but missed a few hundred years. Still giving this 5 stars as the content is incredible

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghjkkjhgff
    United Statesa month ago
  • No adds please

    Hi, it is my first time watching it, but I don’t like the ads please can you disable it?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sawyer Bragg
    United Statesa month ago
  • Absolutely information packed and worth the time, every time.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mjbutcher
    4 months ago
  • Great!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Oleg
    5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A few criticisms mention monotone delivery and occasional dense pacing, but note the content remains highly informative.
Listeners praise the show's deep research and broad scope, calling it essential for serious students of Japanese history.
Listeners often recommend starting points (e.g., early episodes) and highlight the show's ability to connect literary sources with historical events.
Many reviewers note the host's clear, articulate delivery and strong narrative structure.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#196
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Apple Podcasts
#63
France/History
Apple Podcasts
#201
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#204
Germany/History
Apple Podcasts
#45
Japan/History
Apple Podcasts
#60
Hong Kong/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 601 - On Grad School (w/Charlotte Lai!)
Q: What advice do you have for the people in the audience who are thinking, well, maybe I'm finishing up undergrad, and I'm a huge nerd, and I want to keep reading all these books, or maybe I've had a real job for a while, but what if I went back to school?
A lot of people think that they have to have every step of their lives figured out, and that everything that they do has to be aspiring towards this end goal. In reality, the majority of people eventually find what fits them by trial and error.
Episode 600 - The Six-Hundredth Episode
Q: From patron Burtt, I would love to hear more about the modern practice of Shinto. How central is it to daily life?
Shinto has a complex relationship with organized religion, often acting more as a cultural practice than a strict faith, and it varies in daily relevance among the Japanese population.
Episode 600 - The Six-Hundredth Episode
Q: From patron TMTMTM, have you encountered any data during your project that really shattered your preconceptions?
The host reflects on how reading certain historical interpretations challenges established beliefs, illustrating the complexity of learning in the field of history.
Episode 600 - The Six-Hundredth Episode
Q: From patron Sarah, how would you recommend learning Japanese? Is there a better way than just brute forcing it through memorization?
Learning Japanese involves recognizing its unique structure and the necessity of practicing regularly. It's important to set specific, achievable goals rather than aiming for full mastery instantaneously.
Episode 590 - An Interview with Dr. Mike Freiling
Q: What drew you to classical Japanese Tanka or Waka poetry instead of Haiku?
Waka has an extra two lines that provide a more dynamic emotional context, often addressing another person, while Haiku tends to be more nature-focused and less personal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About History of Japan

What is History of Japan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers in-depth explorations of Japanese history, often weaving together political power, culture, literature, and media to illuminate how past events shape modern understandings of Japan. Episodes frequently center on court politics, rebels, literary sources, and how narratives from sources like Eiga Monogatari, Taiheiki, and Heian-era chronicles influence contemporary interpretations. The host's approach tends to balance meticulous historical analysis with accessible storytelling, sometimes using longer-form narratives and multi-episode arcs to unpack complex eras. A standout aspect is the integration of literary and archival sources to scrutinize how history is constructed and remembered, which can be especially engaging for ... more

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