Episode 36: Adventuring in Ancient Japan
Aug 30, 2010•21 min
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Episode description
Adventuring in the past: Japan from 5th to 11th century.
Blix takes us on an journey to the beginnings of Japanese history and culture - before the samurai. Here you will find powerful emperors, strong men of the mountains, ninja, and maybe a cappa or two.
02:20 - What no Samurai!?
02:40 - Shifting from tribes to cities.
04:19 - How to get along and fit in with the people of this time.
10:20 - Honor, Buddhism, and Bushido.
11:20 - The seat of power.
12:45 - The Golden Age of Japan.
14:25 - Ninjas and politics.
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