Japan and the WorldEpisode 15: The Gangster0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -12:41-12:41Paid episodeThe full episode is only available to paid subscribers of Japan and the WorldSubscribe to listenEpisode 15: The GangsterThe Allied Occupation of Japan - Part IIChristopher HardingSep 19, 2025∙ Paid2ShareContinue reading this post for free, courtesy of Christopher Harding.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.Japan and the WorldConversations and audio essays about Japanese history, culture and global connections.Conversations and audio essays about Japanese history, culture and global connections. SubscribeListen onSubstack AppApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsRSS FeedAppears in episodeChristopher HardingRecent EpisodesEpisode 27: Why is Japan Falling Behind in AI?Dec 19 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 26: Taiwan 2026Dec 5 • Christopher HardingEpisode 26: Taiwan 2026Dec 5 • Christopher HardingEpisode 25: Hidden Lives of the SamuraiDec 5 • Christopher HardingEpisode 24: The Cosmic Maps that Unlock Japanese BuddhismNov 21 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 24: The Cosmic Maps that Unlock Japanese BuddhismNov 21 • Christopher HardingEpisode 23: Why is Japan's Population Shrinking So Fast?Nov 14 • Christopher HardingEpisode 22: A New Way to Discover JapanNov 7 • Christopher Harding