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The Sankin-kōtai System – Feudal Control in the Tokugawa Era
During the Sengoku period (戦国代) or the “Warring States Period”, which lasted for around one hundred years (1500 to 1603), Japan was plagued by endless civil wars. Feudal… Continue Reading
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Katsushika Hokusai – Ukiyo-e artist and an icon of Japan
Katsushika Hokusai 葛飾北斎(c. October 31, 1760 – May 10, 1849) known simply as Hokusai, was one of Japan’s foremost Ukiyo-e artists. His masterpiece is considered the series of… Continue Reading
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Chingodo in Asakusa: a Shrine dedicated to Tanuki
Chingodō (鎮護堂) is a small Shinto shrine in Asakusa that is dedicated to Tanuki (狸), a small, furry animal that is a pillar of Japanese folklore, considered a… Continue Reading
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Superstitions and Curiosities of Japan
Every culture has its own very unique set of superstitions, and with its rich mythology, Japan is no exception. Here are some Japanese superstitions that will certainly surprise… Continue Reading
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“ANIMATION × PARALYMPIC: Who is your hero?”
A series of animated short films produced by NHK, which they have called “ANIMATION × PARALYMPIC: Who is your hero?” , will promote the 2020 Summer Paralympics in… Continue Reading
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Nikujaga – The Japanese Hotpot
With chunks of potatoes, onion, and thinly sliced beef slow-cooked in a savory, sweet dashi broth, Japanese Beef and Potato Stew (Nikujaga) is one of Japan’s most iconic… Continue Reading
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