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Alison Fincher
Read Japanese Literature
A podcast about Japanese literature and some of its best works
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 stars from 31 ratings
A thoroughly researched and interesting podcast that mixes history (for context) and literature.
Bookonaut via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/27/23
Excellent
What a wonderfully researched and produced podcast. The host has obviously thought deeply about the books and themes and each episode is filled with not only information, but a clear love and interest in the topics. Highly recommended.
chris_m_francis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/11/23
What a great listen!
I took an intro to Japanese literature course in school and have been reading it ever since. Craving to broaden my understanding of Japanese literature, I searched for a podcast and struck gold! Alison is so clear and organized in their presentation of the history of Japanese literature, the...Read full review »
SeedyFilmz83 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/24/23
Recent Episodes
In this episode, we take a look at the history of Koreans writing in Japan. We’ll start with the history of Koreans in Japan, including anti-Korean prejudice before and after WWII. We’ll move on to Zainichi Korean writing. And we’ll finish with a look at Kazuki Kaneshiro’s Go, translated into...
Published 06/03/24
Published 06/03/24
In part three of this episode, we’ll finish our story of Japanese apocalyptic and dystopian fiction. First, stories from the mid-90s and 20-aughts. Then, stories from after the March 2011 Triple Disasters. We’ll end with a look at the life and work of author Yoko Tawada who has written several...
Published 04/29/24
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