Episodes

  • 23 - The Stones of Five Colors and The Empress Jokwa
    Nov 23 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    21 mins
  • 22 - How an Old Man Lost his Wen
    Nov 22 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    14 mins
  • 21 - The Ogre of Rashomon
    Nov 21 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    14 mins
  • 20 - Momotaro or The Story of the Son of a Peach
    Nov 20 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    28 mins
  • 19 - The Story of Prince Yamato Take
    Nov 19 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    34 mins
  • 18 - The White Hare and the Crocodiles
    Nov 18 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    14 mins
  • 17 - The Quarrel of the Monkey and the Crab
    Nov 17 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    18 mins
  • 16 - The Jelly Fish and the Monkey
    Nov 16 2025
    First published in 1908, this enchanting collection brings to life the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, lovingly gathered, translated, and retold by Yei Theodora Ozaki. With a heartfelt mission to introduce these captivating stories to Western children, Ozaki reveals tales that remain largely unknown, inspired by the encouragement of her friend Andrew Lang, a renowned collector of fairy stories. Immerse yourself in the magic of Japans rich storytelling tradition. (Summary by not.a.moose)
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    20 mins