<description>&lt;p&gt;This week, we're turning our attention to possibly the most unique of Japan's colonial ventures during the imperial era: Manchuria. Most know about Manchuria because of its role in the turbulent politics of the 1930s, but Japanese involvement in the region goes back quite a bit further. But first, what even is Manchuria in the first place?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Show notes &lt;a href= "https://isaacmeyer.net/2025/11/episode-605-the-final-frontier-part-1/"&gt; here&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

History of Japan

Isaac Meyer

Episode 605 - The Final Frontier, Part 1

NOV 28, 202534 MIN
History of Japan

Episode 605 - The Final Frontier, Part 1

NOV 28, 202534 MIN

Description

This week, we're turning our attention to possibly the most unique of Japan's colonial ventures during the imperial era: Manchuria. Most know about Manchuria because of its role in the turbulent politics of the 1930s, but Japanese involvement in the region goes back quite a bit further. But first, what even is Manchuria in the first place?

Show notes here.