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Underdogs of Japanese History : 11 tales of iconic characters who prevailed against the odds... or didn't - Kyota Ko

Underdogs of Japanese History

11 tales of iconic characters who prevailed against the odds... or didn't

Author: Kyota Ko

Narrated by: Kyota Ko

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04:49.47

Published: 23rd November 2025

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A samurai prison guard who saw the humanity in even the most savage prisoners, an untalented warlord relentlessly obsessed with protecting his people, a lady-in-waiting of ancient Japanese court who turned herself from a single-mom bookworm into a best-selling author and savior of the ruler of Japan, an impoverished samurai clan that overthrew two centuries of oppression...

Japanese history holds a wealth of underrated figures, each with an inspiring story of perseverance and determination that remains untold. Embark on a journey to relive eleven life stories of resilience and triumph of eleven remarkable underdogs.

A fascinating collection of new perspectives for understanding Japanese values and traditions through underdog stories.

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