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A Forgotten Corner of World History: The Bravery of Goro Shiba <true SAMURAI>
The Boxer Rebellion (also known as the North China Incident) was an anti-foreign, anti-Christian movement that took place between 1899 and 1900, following the First Sino-Japanese War. It was primarily driven by peasants suffering from ex... -
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Travels in Izumo: Visiting the Former Residence of Lafcadio Hearn by Matsue Castle
After exploring the Adachi Museum of Art and other sites, I returned from Yasugi to Matsue. I headed straight to a corner of the city lined with former samurai residences surrounding Matsue Castle. There, I visited the house where Lafcad... -
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The Sun: The Eternal Source of Life and Awe.
On sunny days, the sun naturally rises in the east and sets in the west. Long ago, during the Asuka period, Prince Shotoku sent a letter to the Emperor of the Sui Dynasty in China, writing: "The Son of Heaven in the land where the sun ri... -
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Goodbye Hay Fever, Hello Okinawa! From Sneeze to Breeze!
I am someone who suffers from absolutely terrible hay fever. For many years, I’ve been plagued by cedar and cypress pollen, especially during the early spring. My escape from this misery began exactly ten years ago. I came across an arti... -
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Nuclear Fusion: The “Dream Energy” to Save Our Planet?
Comparing Japan and the West in the Race for the "Sun on Earth" Recently, "Nuclear Fusion" has become a hot topic in newspapers and mass media. Often called the "dream energy," it is considered the ultimate solution for stopping global w... -
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Hinamatsuri: A Traditional Japanese Event to Celebrate Girls’ Growth
What is Hinamatsuri? Hinamatsuri, also known as the "Doll Festival" or "Peach Festival" (Momo no Sekku), is a traditional Japanese event held on March 3rd. It is a day to pray for the healthy growth and happiness of young girls. Families...
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