Overview
This episode looks at words related to swords. Since ancient times, the evolution of Japanese swords has followed a unique path. During the rule of the samurai, or bushi, swords were a part of daily life, and this resulted in many Japanese expressions related to swords. From his home in Kyoto Prefecture, poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan guides us through these words.
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2 - 1House January 19, 2022 -
2 - 2Mount Fuji January 26, 2022 -
2 - 3Snow February 23, 2022 -
2 - 4Moon March 16, 2022 -
2 - 5Kimono April 27, 2022 -
2 - 6Washi May 18, 2022 -
2 - 7Tea May 25, 2022 -
2 - 8Cat June 22, 2022 -
2 - 9Oni June 29, 2022 -
2 - 10Ship July 27, 2022 -
2 - 11Fish August 31, 2022 -
2 - 12Red October 05, 2022 -
2 - 13Fire October 19, 2022 -
2 - 14Horse November 23, 2022 -
2 - 15Wind November 30, 2022 -
2 - 16Sword December 21, 2022