We had a really great time sitting down with Jim McClanahan whose blog, Journey to the West Research is a wealth of information on all things Monkey King and his pals. Whether you’re just starting the book with us or you’ve spent more time ruminating on the book than Wukong has spent under Five Phase Mountain, there’s something new for everybody.
On top of everything else, Jim is also a sweet guy who was very generous with his time. Together we learned a bit more about what got him into starting his site, what Sun Wukong really looks like, the secrets to his enduring popularity, and much more.
On top of his many talents, Jim also makes incredible Sun Wukong art! See examples below:
Definitely the first of what we hope will be many more visits from our expert in Taiwan. Check it out!