The Miraculous Daikon
Traditional winter dishes in Japan usually include daikon. Daikon (大根) is a winter radish popular in Japanese cuisine. Its mild flavor makes it a versatile…
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Romantic Places to Visit in Japan on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day in Japan is observed mostly by women who give presents to men, usually chocolates. But not all presents given on Valentine’s Day involve romance. Giri-choko…
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Sentō: Japanese Communal Bath House
Japan consists of almost 7,000 islands. Over 70% of the country is mountainous; there are over 200 volcanoes in the Japanese jurisdiction. As a volcanically…
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Han System: The Japanese Warrior Estate
Japanese warriors like the samurai, ronin, and ninja are portrayed in the modern world as being cunning, skillful, and adept in their fighting prowess with some…
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Popular Contemporary Japanese Literature Authors
Chinese literature significantly influenced early Japanese literature. Over time, Japanese literature came into its own as Japanese writers developed their own identities and started writing about Japan….
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The Matsumae Clan
During the 17th, 18th, and most of the 19th century, Japan adopted a policy that isolated the whole country from the outside world. This long period of…
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The Duel Between Sasaki Kojirō and Miyamoto Musashi
Sasaki Kojirō (佐々木 小次郎, 1585–1612), of Fukui Prefecture, Japan, was also known as Ganryū, or Large Rock style. Kojirō was a master swordsman during the Sengoku…
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Kanda Shrine’s Colorful History
Kanda Shrine (神田明神 ) is conveniently located in Japan’s capital, Tokyo. The shrine was initially built in 730 CE during the Tenpyō Era, in the fishing village…
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