Japan has a long and fascinating history, filled with emperors, warriors, poets, and rebels. Join Jason and Paul as they walk through the centuries, from creation myths to modern times!

Topics Covered:

Paleolithic Period (40,000 BC - 13,000 BC)

Jomon Period (13,000 BC - 300 BC)

Yayoi Period (300 BC - 300 CE)

Kofun Period (250 - 538)

Yamato Period (250 - 710)

Asuka Period (538 - 710)

Nara Period (710 - 794)

Heian Period (794 - 1185)

Kamakura Period (1185 - 1333)

Muromachi Period (1333 - 1568)

Azuchi-Momoyama Period (1568 - 1600)

Edo Period (1600 - 1868)

Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)

Taisho Period (1912 - 1926)

Showa Period (1926 - 1989)

Heisei Period (1989 - 2019)

Reiwa Period (2019 - Present)

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Located on the southern tip of Hokkaido, Hakodate is a historic port city known for its scenic views, unique history, and fresh seafood. Join Jason and Paul as they explore this gateway to Japan’s northernmost island, from star-shaped forts to morning markets and sparkling nightscapes!

Topics Covered:

History

Morning Market

Goryokaku

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse

Motomachi

Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples

Mt. Hakodate

Yunokawa Onsen

Onuma Day Trip

Festivals: Hakodate Christmas Fantasy — Illuminations — Hakodate Port Festival — Hakodate Goryokaku Festival

How to get to/around Hakodate

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Podcast Meetup 2026: Feb 7th, 2026 at 6:00pm in Sapporo, Japan. (Venue TBD)

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