Episodes

  • 010 - Enoshima by Lafcadio Hearn

    010 - Enoshima by Lafcadio Hearn
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    14 mins
  • 009 - The Hachiman Shrine

    009 - The Hachiman Shrine
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    12 mins
  • 007 - By the Daibutsu at Kamakura

    007 - By the Daibutsu at Kamakura
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    2 mins
  • 006 - The Wonder of Bronze

    006 - The Wonder of Bronze
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    13 mins
  • 005 - Undiscovered Kamakura

    005 - Undiscovered Kamakura
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    18 mins
  • 004 - By a Buddha Temple

    004 - By a Buddha Temple
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    1 min
  • 003 - A Legend of the Buddha's Tooth

    003 - A Legend of the Buddha's Tooth
    Mar 5 2026
    Dive into the rich tapestry of Kamakuras history with Yone Noguchi, a renowned Japanese novelist, poet, and essayist. In this captivating collection of reflective essays and poetry, Noguchi transports us to a time when Kamakura was not just a coastal resort close to Tokyo, but a vibrant hub of culture and spirituality. Once the most populous settlement in Japan and the heart of influential Buddhist sects during the Middle Ages, Kamakuras essence is vividly captured through visits to its most significant temples and shrines. The journey culminates with an insightful essay from Lafcadio Hearn, an American writer and ardent admirer of Japan, adding a contemporary perspective to this exploration of a city steeped in history. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    13 mins