Japan and the WorldEpisode 38: Samurai and Star Wars71×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -4:26-4:26Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Episode 38: Samurai and Star WarsThese Are Not The Roles You're Looking For... Christopher HardingMar 27, 20267ShareTranscriptDiscussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksJapan and the WorldWeekly essays exploring Japan’s history, culture and global connections. Weekly essays exploring Japan’s history, culture and global connections. SubscribeAuthorsChristopher HardingRecent EpisodesEpisode 37: How to Read a Japanese GardenMar 20 • Christopher HardingEpisode 36: How To Read a Japanese GardenMar 19 • Christopher HardingEpisode 35: How Will Japan's First Female PM Handle China?Feb 27 • Christopher HardingEpisode 34: Japan On CanvasFeb 20 • Christopher HardingEpisode 33: Loneliness in JapanFeb 6 • Christopher HardingEpisode 32: Why Oda Nobunaga Welcomed the WestJan 31 • Christopher HardingEpisode 31: EntrepreneursJan 23 • Christopher Harding