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The bond between the Japanese and animals as seen in ukiyo-e
What kind of relationship did Japanese people and animals have during the early modern Edo period (1603–1868)? An exhibition ...
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Women samurai: Learn about the bold and brave women warriors in Japan’s past
Following the critical and commercial success of "Ghost of Tsushima," a video game centered on the Mongol invasions of Japan, ...
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Edo Japan's morals pose a debate for the modern age
Foreigners had long sniffed at Japan’s tolerance — nay, celebration — of prostitution. Had Christian morality ruled the Edo ...
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Edo Japan (Radio Edit)
Greg Jenner is joined in 17th-century Japan by Dr Satona Suzuki and comedian Ahir Shah to learn all about the Edo period and the Tokugawa shogunate. Show more In this episode, Greg Jenner is joined in ...
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Step back in time: Kanazawa, Japan's cultural gems
Located in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, Kanazawa is known for its beautifully preserved Edo-era districts, art museums, and ...
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Stroll through Japan’s past at this architectural park in western Tokyo
Now that summer has loosened its torrid grip, a trip to this outdoor museum in the western Tokyo suburbs is a perfect way to ...
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Once illegal, this Japanese alcohol is making a comeback
According to Utsunomiya Hitoshi, director of the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association (JSS), in 1855 there were 459 ...
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‘Hakkenden’ has fun with Edo-era pulp fiction
one writer from the Edo Period (1603-1868), Takizawa Bakin, churned out pulp fiction that had a large and lasting impact on Japanese pop culture. Are you a fan of Akira Toriyama’s “Dragon Ball ...