Hōichi the Earless: A Lafcadio Hearn Reading (Ep. 182)

A blind musician is summoned to perform in the darkness. But who is listening? And what terrible price awaits a moment's oversight? Today I read to you one of Lafcadio Hearn's most famous Japanese ghost stories: "Mimi-nashi Hōichi" or "The Earless Hōichi." Please Note: Some of the links are affiliate links (both Amazon and other). This means that at no cost to you, if you use and purchase through them I receive a small compensation. This is paid by the retailer. It also helps support me and my artistic endeavors. Thank you. Follow Uncanny Japan: Patreon Uncanny Japan Website Thersa Matsuura Website Books on Amazon YouTube Facebook Instagram Buy Me a Coffee (one-time contribution)

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Hōichi the Earless: A Lafcadio Hearn Reading (Ep. 182) is an episode from Uncanny Japan - Folklore and Culture by SpectreVision Radio.

This episode is 30:51 long.

This episode was published on Nov 4, 2025.

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