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  • Japanese with the Nobel Prize for Literature

    Japanese with the Nobel Prize for Literature

    Three Japanese-born authors have won the Nobel Prize for Literature since it was first awarded in 1901: Kawabata Yasunari in 1968, Ōe Kenzaburō in 1994, and Kazuo Ishiguro… Continue Reading

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  • A Mexican Flower that Conquered the Heart of Japan

    A Mexican Flower that Conquered the Heart of Japan

    Cosmos bipinnatusオオハルシャギク( コスモス、アキザクラ 秋桜 ) A few weeks ago, flowers called “コスモス Cosmos” began to bloom in Japan, like every year during autumn. From my childhood to this… Continue Reading

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  • Jika-tabi – Unique shoes from Japan

    Jika-tabi – Unique shoes from Japan

    Jika-tabi (地下足袋, literally “ground-touching tabi”) is a style of footwear with a split toe, originating in Japan. They are similar to tabi socks in both appearance and construction.… Continue Reading

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  • The Hidden Powers of Japan’s Folk Toys

    The Hidden Powers of Japan’s Folk Toys

    Kyodo gangu 郷土玩具 are the traditional toys of Japan which are mostly made of clay, wood and paper. These toys parents used to give to their children although… Continue Reading

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  • Top 10 Anime in History

    Top 10 Anime in History

    Anime is a medium that constantly presents various experiences, giving rise to various emotions and opinions, leaving a permanent or momentary mark on history and on ourselves. Our… Continue Reading

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  • Kamon – Family Crest or Emblem of Japan

    Kamon – Family Crest or Emblem of Japan

    The term ” Kamon ” 家紋 refers to the crest or insignia used to indicate the family lineage, ancestry, and status of families in Japan. He is also… Continue Reading

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