Podcast Episodes
Back to Search'Flame of Peace' project: From Hiroshima to Pearl Harbor
One of the most tragic human stories that emerged from the United States' atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945 is that of Sasaki Sadako. She died aged…
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AI brings World War Two testimonies to life
Recorded interviews and testimonies are invaluable resources for learning about history. But nothing conveys firsthand experience quite like one-on-o…
1 year, 3 months ago
Nagasaki's story retold: Street performer helps children understand bombing
Teaching children about the atomic bombings can be challenging, given the harrowing subject matter. One man in Nagasaki is using an upbeat performanc…
1 year, 3 months ago
Myanmar's education system under attack
A report by human rights watchdog Myanmar Witness says more than 130 schools and universities have come under attack in the three years since the mil…
1 year, 3 months ago
Piano that survived Hiroshima bombing inspires hope for peace
When the atomic blast ripped through Hiroshima, few objects near the epicenter survived. These relics―permanent reminders of the horror that nuclear …
1 year, 3 months ago
Japanese bestseller 'Totto-chan' inspires school for autistic children in China
The sequel to the Japanese autobiographical memoir "Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window" has become a smash hit in China.
1 year, 3 months ago
Emerging price divide for tourists in Japan
A price review for visitors at one of Japan's premier tourist attractions is generating controversy over possible discrimination.
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Why couples aren't having kids
The total fertility rate in Japan has been in decline for eight consecutive years – a statistic that has profound implications for the country's futu…
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Anime in crisis: Japan's signature art form at risk
Anime has captured the hearts of fans and critics worldwide. Every year, the Japanese industry racks up billions in profits and countless awards. But…
1 year, 3 months ago
End of the line for Japan's 'Doctor Yellow' bullet trains
Japan's eye-catching yellow Shinkansen, affectionately known as "Doctor Yellow," will be retired in coming years due to their age and condition.
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