Japan and the WorldEpisode 16: Shaken Down by Deer, Inspired by a Buddha21×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -7:20-7:20Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Episode 16: Shaken Down by Deer, Inspired by a BuddhaAnd the First Known Indian to Reach JapanChristopher HardingSep 26, 20252ShareTranscriptDiscussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksJapan 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