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Noted Japan expert Professor Mark J. Ravina of the University of Texas at Austin covers the politics, economics, and culture of the island nation since World War II - a conflict that saw the end of Japan’s dream of regional conquest, which Professor Ravina calls Empire 1.0. The country’s postwar leaders radically changed course, renouncing a strong military to pursue Empire 2.0 - Japan as an economic colossus.

Inspiring stories of 10 urbanites who decided to ‘the simple life’ in the rural mountains of Japan—for anyone interested in sustainable living, Japanese culture, and Eastern spirituality. “Subversive in the best possible way.” —Bill McKibben, New York Times–bestselling author The...

Bloomsbury presents Eight Million Ways to Happiness written and read by Hiroka Yoda 'A timely and moving pilgrimage through Japan's spiritual traditions' RUTH OZEKI, Women’s Prize-winning and Booker Prize-shortlisted author 'A fascinating dive through hidden layers of the Japanese worldview'...

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Quick, easy and effortless. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take your Japanese to the next level with Paul Noble's simple, relaxed...

This podcast is rooted in the lived reality of people known in Japan as “Hāfu”, individuals of mixed heritage whose identities are shaped by movement between cultures, languages, and social expectations. Being “Hāfu" in Japan is a distinct experience, marked by visibility, labeling, and constant negotiation of belonging. Although the word "Hāfu / Half" can feel reductive or painful, it remains the commonly used term in Japan, and this project chooses to engage with it honestly rather than erase it. Led by a host who is herself half Japanese and French, the podcast becomes both a ...

A show about my experiences of living abroad in Japan. I have been living in Japan since 2016. Listen in on my adventures, family life and things going on in Japan.

In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from kimono motifs to petal-shaped sweets, and festivals dedicated to nature’s spectacular displays. This mindful celebration of nature leads to a deep awareness of the seasons, called kisetsukan. This audiobook reveals the hidden depths of kisetsukan, and how its concepts can transform your life.

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Japanese language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by...

Join Dr. Tomo on a journey to discover the secrets of living a long, happy, and purposeful life with Mindful Ikigai: Lessons from Japan's Long-Living Island. Drawing from her background as a medical doctor, mindfulness teacher, and NLP coach, Dr. Tomo explores the principles of Ikigai, mindfulness, and traditional Japanese practices that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling life. Dive into topics like work-life balance, stress management, healthy habits, and the importance of community.

Practical, fun and effective. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has been...

Flexible, enjoyable and accessible. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by millions. You'll be speaking Japanese fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take a simple, relaxed approach to learning a language that has...

'When I was a little girl, I thought that a one-hundred-year-old lady was someone who only appeared in fairy tales, but here I find myself past that landmark. It's quite the surprise.' In 2020, at the age of 100, Tetsuyo Ishii was interviewed by her local paper in Hiroshima. Her positive outlook...