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Shogun
- The Life and Times of Tokugawa Ieyasu: Japan's Greatest Ruler
- By: A.L. Sadler, Stephen Turnbull - foreword, Alexander Bennett - foreword
- Narrated by: Jonathan Yen
- Length: 17 hrs and 56 mins
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Uncover the true story of the man who unified medieval Japan....
By: A.L. Sadler, and others
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A Brief History of the Samurai
- Brief Histories
- By: Jonathan Clements
- Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
- Length: 12 hrs and 1 min
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From a leading expert in Japanese history, this is one of the first full histories of the art and culture of the Samurai warrior....
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Anecdotes bring life to samurai history
- By Tweetingcheetah on 27-07-14
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The Japanese
- A History in Twenty Lives
- By: Christopher Harding
- Narrated by: Christopher Harding
- Length: 16 hrs and 44 mins
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Chris Harding's enormously enjoyable new book distils Japan's long, complex and fascinating history into the stories of 20 remarkable individuals....
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Superb story-telling
- By andrew thomas on 07-09-21
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The Railway Man
- By: Eric Lomax
- Narrated by: Bill Paterson
- Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins
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A naive young man, a railway enthusiast and radio buff, was caught up in the fall of the British Empire at Singapore in 1942....
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a tale of humanity, frailty and ultimately redemption
- By Jemmy Bloocher on 13-04-13
By: Eric Lomax
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The Rape of Nanking
- By: Iris Chang
- Narrated by: Anna Fields
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
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In December 1937, in the capital of China, one of the most brutal massacres in the long annals of wartime barbarity occurred.....
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A harrowing listen
- By Stephanie Jane (Literary Flits) on 16-01-15
By: Iris Chang
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The Battle of Sekigahara
- The History and Legacy of the Battle that Unified Japan under the Tokugawa Shogunate
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: Bill Hare
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
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On October 21, 1600, two massive Japanese armies, totaling an estimated 200,000 soldiers armed to the teeth with swords, yari (spears), arrows, muskets, and cannons, faced off on a battlefield near the town of Sekigahara....
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Shogun
- The Life and Times of Tokugawa Ieyasu: Japan's Greatest Ruler
- By: A.L. Sadler, Stephen Turnbull - foreword, Alexander Bennett - foreword
- Narrated by: Jonathan Yen
- Length: 17 hrs and 56 mins
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Uncover the true story of the man who unified medieval Japan....
By: A.L. Sadler, and others
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A Brief History of the Samurai
- Brief Histories
- By: Jonathan Clements
- Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
- Length: 12 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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From a leading expert in Japanese history, this is one of the first full histories of the art and culture of the Samurai warrior....
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Anecdotes bring life to samurai history
- By Tweetingcheetah on 27-07-14
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The Japanese
- A History in Twenty Lives
- By: Christopher Harding
- Narrated by: Christopher Harding
- Length: 16 hrs and 44 mins
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Chris Harding's enormously enjoyable new book distils Japan's long, complex and fascinating history into the stories of 20 remarkable individuals....
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Superb story-telling
- By andrew thomas on 07-09-21
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The Railway Man
- By: Eric Lomax
- Narrated by: Bill Paterson
- Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins
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A naive young man, a railway enthusiast and radio buff, was caught up in the fall of the British Empire at Singapore in 1942....
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a tale of humanity, frailty and ultimately redemption
- By Jemmy Bloocher on 13-04-13
By: Eric Lomax
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The Rape of Nanking
- By: Iris Chang
- Narrated by: Anna Fields
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
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In December 1937, in the capital of China, one of the most brutal massacres in the long annals of wartime barbarity occurred.....
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A harrowing listen
- By Stephanie Jane (Literary Flits) on 16-01-15
By: Iris Chang
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The Battle of Sekigahara
- The History and Legacy of the Battle that Unified Japan under the Tokugawa Shogunate
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: Bill Hare
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
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On October 21, 1600, two massive Japanese armies, totaling an estimated 200,000 soldiers armed to the teeth with swords, yari (spears), arrows, muskets, and cannons, faced off on a battlefield near the town of Sekigahara....
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The Pillow Book
- By: Sei Shōnagon
- Narrated by: Georgina Sutton
- Length: 11 hrs and 9 mins
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The Pillow Book of Sei Shōnagon is a fascinating, detailed account of Japanese court life in the closing years of the 10th century....
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A fascinating contemporaneous insight...
- By Double D on 03-03-23
By: Sei Shōnagon
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Prompt and Utter Destruction
- Truman and the Use of Atomic Bombs against Japan, Third Edition
- By: J. Samuel Walker
- Narrated by: Eric Martin
- Length: 4 hrs and 47 mins
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In this concise account of why America used atomic bombs against Japan in 1945, Walker analyzes the reasons behind President Truman's most controversial decision. In this new edition, Walker incorporates a decade of new research, mostly from Japanese archives only recently made available....
By: J. Samuel Walker
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The Last Fighter Pilot
- The True Story of the Final Combat Mission of World War II
- By: Don Brown, Captain Jerry Yellin - foreword, Captain Jerry Yellin - contributor, and others
- Narrated by: Robertson Dean
- Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins
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On the morning of August 15, 1945, Captain Jerry Yellin flew the last combat mission of World War II out of Iwo Jima....
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Fascinating
- By Nathan Dawson on 21-06-22
By: Don Brown, and others
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Japan Travel Guide
- Discover the Essence of the Land of the Rising Sun with Expert Tips for Experiencing Japan's Top Sites, Hidden Spots, and Culinary Delights
- By: Clementine Thorne
- Narrated by: Cliff Weldon
- Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins
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Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through the timeless beauty and cultural richness of Japan?
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War in Japan
- 1467-1615
- By: Stephen Turnbull
- Narrated by: Malk Williams
- Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins
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With updates from the author, this is a concise overview of Japan’s turbulent Age of Warring States....
By: Stephen Turnbull
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The Book of Bushido
- The Complete Guide to Real Samurai Chivalry
- By: Antony Cummins
- Narrated by: John Chancer
- Length: 13 hrs and 9 mins
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Dive into Japanese history—and discover who the samurai really were—in this fascinating study that reveals the flawed human warriors behind the idealistic myths.
By: Antony Cummins
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No Surrender
- My Thirty-Year War
- By: Hiroo Onoda
- Narrated by: Lane Nishikawa
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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In the Spring of 1974, 2nd Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese army made world headlines when he emerged from the Philippine jungle after a thirty-year ordeal....
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Brilliant story and thoroughly fascinating
- By Billy edmundson on 16-01-23
By: Hiroo Onoda
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Hiroshima
- By: John Hersey
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins
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On August 6, 1945, Hiroshima was destroyed by the first atom bomb ever dropped on a city. This book, John Hersey's journalistic masterpiece, tells what happened on that day. Told through the memories of survivors, this timeless, powerful and compassionate document has become a classic....
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Painful, heartbreaking and so important to know
- By Anonymous User on 21-02-24
By: John Hersey
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Japanese Mythology Collection 2
- Myths and Legends of Japan, Ancient Tales and Folklore of Japan and Kwaidan
- By: Lafcadio Hearn, F. Hadland Davis, Richard Gordon Smith
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 24 hrs and 13 mins
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Together, these three volumes form an essential collection for anyone fascinated by mythology, folklore, and the cultural heritage of Japan. Each story in this anthology is not just a tale. It's a window into the ancient soul of Japan, its people, and its enduring legacy.
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Enjoyable Tales for quiet time
- By Caroline Hannam on 08-04-24
By: Lafcadio Hearn, and others
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The Battle of Midway (Pivotal Moments in American History)
- By: Craig L. Symonds
- Narrated by: James Lurie
- Length: 14 hrs and 47 mins
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There are few moments in American history in which the course of events tipped so suddenly and so dramatically as at the Battle of Midway....
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acknowledgement of facts..?
- By Shannon on 17-07-15
By: Craig L. Symonds
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Midnight in the Pacific
- Guadalcanal -- The World War II Battle That Turned the Tide of War
- By: Joseph Wheelan
- Narrated by: Kevin Stillwell
- Length: 16 hrs and 15 mins
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Midnight in the Pacific is both a sweeping narrative and a compelling drama of individual marines, soldiers, and sailors caught in the crosshairs of history....
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Superb
- By J on 05-01-19
By: Joseph Wheelan
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Embracing Defeat
- By: John W. Dower
- Narrated by: Edward Lewis
- Length: 21 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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This illuminating study explores the ways in which the defeat of the Japanese in World War II, followed by over six years of American military occupation, affected every level of Japanese society....
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Narrator spoils interesting history
- By MR on 09-07-15
By: John W. Dower
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Miyamoto Musashi
- The Life and Legacy of Japan’s Most Legendary Samurai
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: Jim Johnston
- Length: 1 hr and 36 mins
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Little may have been known about Musashi at the time, but centuries later, he is the most infamous and renowned warrior in Japanese history....
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The First Samurai
- The Life and Legend of the Warrior Rebel, Taira Masakado
- By: Karl Friday
- Narrated by: Matt Miller
- Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins
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Filled with insurrections, tribal uprisings, pirate disturbances, and natural disasters, this action-packed account of Masakado's insurrection offers a captivating introduction to the samurai, their role in 10th-century society, and the world outside the capital....
By: Karl Friday
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Japanese Mythology: Classic Stories of Japanese Myths, Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters
- Classical Mythology, Book 4
- By: Scott Lewis
- Narrated by: Oliver Hunt
- Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Giant monsters. Tales of eternal love. The beginning of creation. Pint-sized warriors. Long voyages and insurmountable heroics are only a small piece of the classic myths that have helped shape Japan’s unique and immaculate history....
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Great staple for Japanese legends and folklore
- By Kindle Customer on 03-08-20
By: Scott Lewis
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Nagasaki
- By: John Willis
- Narrated by: James Lailey
- Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins
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At 11.02 am on an August morning in 1945, America dropped the world's most powerful atomic bomb on the Japanese port city of Nagasaki. This unique book weaves together a vivid picture of defeat, endurance and survival against astonishing odds....
By: John Willis
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Japanese Mythology Collection
- Japanese Fairy Tales and Aino Folk-Tales (Annotated) with a Historical Introduction
- By: Iwaya Sazanami, Basil Hall Chamberlain
- Narrated by: Jim D. Johnston
- Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Discover fascinating ancient Japanese fairy tales as well as the folk tales of the Ainu/Aino. The first book in this collection, titled Japanese Fairy Tales, was written by Iwaya Sazanami. The second is not usually available in audio: Aino Folk-Tales by Basil Chamberlain....
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Great stories and a fine story telling narrator
- By Mr. Steve Cavanagh on 23-04-24
By: Iwaya Sazanami, and others
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The Book of Ninja: The Bansenshukai
- Japan's Premier Ninja Manual
- By: Antony Cummins, Yoshie Minami
- Narrated by: John Chancer
- Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins
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In 1676, a ninja named Fujibayashi collected and combined information from the ninja clans of Iga—regarded to be the homeland of the ninja—and compiled it into an authoritative book....
By: Antony Cummins, and others
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Japanese Destroyer Captain
- Pearl Harbor, Guadalcanal, Midway - The Great Naval Battles Seen Through Japanese Eyes
- By: Captain Tameichi Hara
- Narrated by: Brian Nishii
- Length: 15 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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This highly regarded war memoir was a best seller in both Japan and the United States during the 1960s and has long been treasured by historians for its military insights....
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Good Men In A Bad War
- By S. Morris on 18-06-16
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Japon, les fleurs d'un monde flottant avec Amélie Nothomb
- By: Amélie Nothomb, Laureline Amanieux
- Narrated by: Amélie Nothomb, Julie Moulier
- Length: 4 hrs and 39 mins
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Après sa Divine Comédie, voyage sonore dans la Mythologie européenne, la romancière Amélie Nothomb nous accompagne, dans une deuxième saison très...
By: Amélie Nothomb, and others
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Fukushima: The Story of a Nuclear Disaster
- By: Susan Stranahan, David Lochbaum, The Union of Concerned Scientists, and others
- Narrated by: Jonathan Todd Ross
- Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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On March 11, 2011, an earthquake large enough to knock the earth from its axis sent a massive tsunami speeding toward the Japanese coast and the aging and vulnerable Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power reactors....
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Biased
- By R Halls on 09-03-18
By: Susan Stranahan, and others
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The Japanese Art of Living Seasonally
- An Invitation to Celebrate Every Day
- By: Natalie Leon
- Narrated by: Alix Dunmore
- Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from kimono motifs to petal-shaped sweets, and festivals dedicated to nature’s spectacular displays.
By: Natalie Leon
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Bushido: The Soul of Japan
- By: Inazo Nitobe
- Narrated by: Blaise Adams
- Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins
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Bushido: The Soul of Japan is a seminal study on the way of the samurai by the Japanese educator Inazo Nitobe. From 1868, the beginning of the Meiji Era, Japan rapidly transformed itself from an isolated feudal society into a modern, industrialised nation state....
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great content but plain narrator
- By Oskar Winstrand on 29-05-24
By: Inazo Nitobe
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The Manhattan Project
- The Making of the Atomic Bomb
- By: Al Cimino
- Narrated by: Eric Meyers
- Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins
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The ramifications of the Manhattan Project are with us to this day. The atomic bombs that came out of it brought an end to the war in the Pacific, but at a heavy loss of life in Japan and the opening of a Pandora's box that has tested international relations....
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A good quick book.
- By Steven on 04-10-23
By: Al Cimino
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Question 7
- By: Richard Flanagan
- Narrated by: Richard Flanagan
- Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins
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Beginning at a love hotel by Japan’s Inland Sea and ending by a river in Tasmania, Question 7 is about the choices we make about love and the chain reaction that follows. By way of H. G. Wells and Rebecca West’s affair through 1930s nuclear physics to Flanagan's father working as a slave labourer near Hiroshima when the atom bomb is dropped, this daisy chain of events reaches fission when Flanagan as a young man finds himself trapped in a rapid on a wild river not knowing if he is to live or to die.
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Japanese Mythology Unleashed
- Discover Shinto Deities, Yōkai, and Historic Heroes on a Journey Through Ancient Japan
- By: Anthony Poe
- Narrated by: Ryan Collins
- Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins
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Dive into the mystical world of ancient Japan and uncover its incredible deities, mythical creatures, and heroic tales, even if you're new to folklore! Are you fascinated by Japan's rich culture and history? Discover captivating tales of Shinto gods, Yōkai, and legendary heroes that shape Japan's cultural heritage. This comprehensive guide offers engaging narratives, vivid imagery, and captivating details, transporting you to the enchanting realm of the mysterious East.
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The Japanese Art of Living Seasonally
- An Invitation to Celebrate Every Day
- By: Natalie Leon
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In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from kimono motifs to petal-shaped sweets, and festivals dedicated to nature’s spectacular displays. This mindful celebration of nature leads to a deep awareness of the seasons, called kisetsukan. This audiobook reveals the hidden depths of kisetsukan, and how its concepts can transform your life.
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Japan Travel Guide
- Discover the Essence of the Land of the Rising Sun with Expert Tips for Experiencing Japan's Top Sites, Hidden Spots, and Culinary Delights
- By: Clementine Thorne
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Born and raised amid Japan's cherry blossom-strewn paths and misty mountains, I've felt the pulse of the country in every serene garden and bustling city street. With profound admiration and joy, I present "Japan Travel Guide", a heartfelt tribute to the boundless beauty and spirit of the Land of the Rising Sun.
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Be More Japan
- The Art of Japanese Living
- By: DK Eyewitness
- Narrated by: Hanako Footman
- Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins
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Revised and updated, and with each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan unlocks the secrets behind modern Japanese living - whether you're eating sushi in London or enjoying the cherry blossoms in San Francisco. And if you're dreaming of a future trip to Japan, this book will get you closer to your destination before you've even departed.
By: DK Eyewitness
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Blood of the Samurai
- The Legendary Battles
- By: John White
- Narrated by: Ava Hadley
- Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins
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The samurai way of life is guided by three core values - loyalty, honor, and respect. These principles are more than just words; they are the basis of a strict code of conduct that governs every aspect of a samurai's life. Loyalty is the foundation of the samurai's relationship with their lord. It is not just blind obedience but an unwavering sense of duty and honor that compels them to protect their lord at all costs.
By: John White
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Question 7
- By: Richard Flanagan
- Narrated by: Richard Flanagan
- Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins
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Beginning at a love hotel by Japan’s Inland Sea and ending by a river in Tasmania, Question 7 is about the choices we make about love and the chain reaction that follows. By way of H. G. Wells and Rebecca West’s affair through 1930s nuclear physics to Flanagan's father working as a slave labourer near Hiroshima when the atom bomb is dropped, this daisy chain of events reaches fission when Flanagan as a young man finds himself trapped in a rapid on a wild river not knowing if he is to live or to die.
By: Richard Flanagan
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Japanese Mythology Unleashed
- Discover Shinto Deities, Yōkai, and Historic Heroes on a Journey Through Ancient Japan
- By: Anthony Poe
- Narrated by: Ryan Collins
- Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins
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Dive into the mystical world of ancient Japan and uncover its incredible deities, mythical creatures, and heroic tales, even if you're new to folklore! Are you fascinated by Japan's rich culture and history? Discover captivating tales of Shinto gods, Yōkai, and legendary heroes that shape Japan's cultural heritage. This comprehensive guide offers engaging narratives, vivid imagery, and captivating details, transporting you to the enchanting realm of the mysterious East.
By: Anthony Poe
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The Japanese Art of Living Seasonally
- An Invitation to Celebrate Every Day
- By: Natalie Leon
- Narrated by: Alix Dunmore
- Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from kimono motifs to petal-shaped sweets, and festivals dedicated to nature’s spectacular displays. This mindful celebration of nature leads to a deep awareness of the seasons, called kisetsukan. This audiobook reveals the hidden depths of kisetsukan, and how its concepts can transform your life.
By: Natalie Leon
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Japan Travel Guide
- Discover the Essence of the Land of the Rising Sun with Expert Tips for Experiencing Japan's Top Sites, Hidden Spots, and Culinary Delights
- By: Clementine Thorne
- Narrated by: Cliff Weldon
- Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Born and raised amid Japan's cherry blossom-strewn paths and misty mountains, I've felt the pulse of the country in every serene garden and bustling city street. With profound admiration and joy, I present "Japan Travel Guide", a heartfelt tribute to the boundless beauty and spirit of the Land of the Rising Sun.
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Be More Japan
- The Art of Japanese Living
- By: DK Eyewitness
- Narrated by: Hanako Footman
- Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins
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Revised and updated, and with each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan unlocks the secrets behind modern Japanese living - whether you're eating sushi in London or enjoying the cherry blossoms in San Francisco. And if you're dreaming of a future trip to Japan, this book will get you closer to your destination before you've even departed.
By: DK Eyewitness
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Blood of the Samurai
- The Legendary Battles
- By: John White
- Narrated by: Ava Hadley
- Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins
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The samurai way of life is guided by three core values - loyalty, honor, and respect. These principles are more than just words; they are the basis of a strict code of conduct that governs every aspect of a samurai's life. Loyalty is the foundation of the samurai's relationship with their lord. It is not just blind obedience but an unwavering sense of duty and honor that compels them to protect their lord at all costs.
By: John White