Synopsis

Throughout its history, Japan has been repeatedly afflicted by devastating outbreaks of diseases such as smallpox, measles, and cholera. The first section of "Japan vs. Epidemics" detailed the history of these epidemics up to the mid-19th century. In this second part, we turn our attention to modern history, examining outbreaks including cholera and the Spanish influenza pandemic. Joining us is historian Utsumi Takashi, who elucidates Japan's strategies for confronting epidemics and discusses se