Hagi: The Life of Yoshida Shoin
Japanology Plus · Season 12 · Episode 23
The 19th-century educator Yoshida Shoin lived only 29 years, yet his teachings helped shape Japan's modernization. His words, published as books, remain popular today. We visit his birthplace, Hagi.
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Season
12
Episode
23
Air Date
11/Dec/2025
Air Time
—
Runtime
28 min
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The 19th-century educator Yoshida Shoin lived only 29 years, yet his teachings helped shape Japan's modernization. His words, published as books, remain popular today. We visit his birthplace, Hagi.
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