Join us as we explore the vast history of Japan, from ancient periods to modern times. Discover key eras and cultural developments over the centuries. Follow along with detailed insights into each period: Jomon Period (14,000–300 BCE), Yayoi Period (300 BCE–250 CE), Kofun Period (250–538 CE), Asuka Period (538–710), Nara Period (710–794), Heian Period (794–1185), Kamakura Shogunate (1185–1333), Muromachi Period / Ashikaga Shogunate (1336–1573), Azuchi–Momoyama Period (1573–1603), Establishment of Tokugawa Rule, Economic and Cultural Developments, Western Encounters, Meiji Restoration (1868–1912), Taisho Period (1912–1926), Showa Period Pre-WWII (1926–1945), American Occupation (1945–1952), Economic Miracle (1950s–1980s), Bubble Burst and Lost Decades (1990s–2000s), Contemporary Japan (2010s–2020s). Additionally, examine the role of women throughout Japanese history, the mythological origins of Japan, and Japan’s influence on global culture and diaspora. Don’t forget to follow our podcast for more episodes and updates! 00:00:00: Introduction00:01:48: Jomon Period (14,000–300 BCE)00:04:59: Yayoi Period (300 BCE–250 CE)00:07:43: Kofun Period (250–538 CE)00:10:08: Asuka Period (538–710)00:13:34: Nara Period (710–794)00:16:35: Heian Period (794–1185)00:19:16: Kamakura Shogunate (1185–1333)00:26:41: Muromachi Period / Ashikaga Shogunate (1336–1573)00:30:58: Azuchi–Momoyama Period (1573–1603)00:34:28: Establishment of Tokugawa Rule00:41:55: Economic and Cultural Developments00:49:55: Western Encounters00:55:27: Meiji Restoration (1868–1912)01:03:06: Taisho Period (1912–1926)01:10:16: Showa Period Pre-WWII (1926–1945)01:18:18: American Occupation (1945–1952)01:27:23: Economic Miracle (1950s–1980s)01:35:09: Bubble Burst and Lost Decades (1990s–2000s)01:38:30: Contemporary Japan (2010s–2020s)01:47:12: The Role of Women Throughout Japanese History01:56:30: The Mythological Origins of Japan01:58:51: Japan’s Influence on Global Culture02:08:35: Japan’s Diaspora and Overseas Influence02:15:23: Outro #Japan #history #JomonPeriod #MeijiRestoration #globalculture #Japanesewomen #culturalinfluence See show notes: https://inlet.fm/absolute-sleep/episodes/68473642d2b32706e47310eb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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