On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about Japan’s most epic story: The Tale of Genji. Dr. Lynne Miyake joins us to explain what The Tale of Genji is about, it’s its significance and its fascinating manga adaptations.
👉Topics Discussed
- What The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari) is about
- The historical significance of The Tale of Genji
- The influence of The Tale of Genji
- About the ending of The Tale of Genji
- About the English translations of The Tale of Genji and their differences
- About the many manga adaptations of The Tale of Genji
- About the manga II ne, Hikaru Genji
- About what is so interesting about The Tale of Genji
- About how The Tale of Genji is taught in schools in Japan
- About the versions of The Tale of Genji that are cleaned up and adapted for children
- About tourist sites related to The Tale of Genji
- About Dr. Lynne Miyake’s book: The Tale of Genji through Contenporary Manga
- And more!
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👉Links, Videos, Etc.
- You can use the link below to pick up a copy of The Tale of Genji through Contemporary Manga by Lynne MiyakeHere’s the 11 words we discussed in this episode:
