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41. Tanuki

41. Tanuki

FromSightseeing Japan


41. Tanuki

FromSightseeing Japan

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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Apr 13, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The tanuki is a "raccoon dog" native to Japan and closely related to foxes. They have a long history in Japanese folklore as a sort of trickster youkai. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the role of tanuki in Japanese culture!
Released:
Apr 13, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to Sightseeing Japan! Join hosts Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin as they explore the land of the rising sun. New podcast episodes are released every other week covering a range of topics, from geisha to vending machines and everything in between.