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Sada Yakko – The Geisha who captivated Europe
For many years, the artistic heritage left by Sada Yakko in Europe was overshadowed, even completely overlooked. However, in recent years several publications have given it back its… Continue Reading
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Hokkaido, Natural Treasure of Japan and Humanity
Hokkaido is the second largest island in Japan, being the prefecture located at the northern end of it. It is the most “virgin” island of the four main… Continue Reading
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What is the Meiji Restoration of Japan
The Meiji Restoration was a political and social “revolution” in Japan between 1866 and 1869 that ended the rule of the Tokugawa shogunate and reinstated the Emperor as… Continue Reading
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Who were the Daimyo in Feudal Japan?
Daimyo were feudal lords during the shogunate in Japan during the 12th to 19th century. Daimyo were powerful landowners who had their own army, hired samurai to protect… Continue Reading
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What was the Bakufu in Japan
The bakufu was the military government led by the Shogun, who was in power in Japan between 1192 and 1868, basically 7 centuries. Before the year 1192, the… Continue Reading
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Walk in Medieval Japan touring the Nakasendo
Located in Nagano Prefecture, the Nakasendo Trail 中山道 – also known as Kisokaido , is a route used by feudal rulers, vendors, craftsmen, and samurai. This route that… Continue Reading
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