Ep. 20: Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi and the Era When Edo Went to the Dogs
Aired on October 26, 2016

While the Tokugawa period brought relative peace compared to the preceding era of constant warfare, it was far from quiet. This segment explores the unique history of Edo under the rule of Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi. It details how the city literally went to the dogs during his leadership, highlighting the distinct characteristics of his reign that set it apart from previous times of conflict. The narrative focuses on the specific cultural and social shifts that occurred in Edo as a result of Tsunayoshi's governance, offering insight into a time when the capital experienced unusual changes.
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- Ep. 18 · Oshio Heihachiro arrives in Osaka amid Tokugawa shogunate famine oppression
- Ep. 19 · Sei Shonagon, the Eminent!
- Ep. 20 · Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi and the Era When Edo Went to the Dogs
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