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The 47 Ronin: The True Meaning of Samurai Loyalty on January 30th

Discover the true history of the 47 Ronin raid on January 30th, 1703. We explore the meaning of Bushido, Seppuku, and why this story defines the Japanese soul.

2026.01.30

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Introduction: The Aesthetics of Deception in Japanese Shadows

Discover the Japanese folktale "Fundō Gitsune" (The Counterweight Fox). A story of loyalty, shapeshifting, and the spiritual value of objects in Edo Japan. Read the full analysis.

2026.01.29

Japanese Folktale Series

January 18: The Furisode Fire (Great Fire of Meireki) — A Tragedy of Kimono and the Rebirth of Edo

Discover the haunting legend of the Furisode Fire (Great Fire of Meireki) on Jan 18, 1657. A cursed kimono that destroyed Edo and reshaped modern Tokyo's history.

2026.01.18

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January 13: The Day Samurai Challenged the Pacific – “Kanrin Maru Departure Day”

On Jan 13, 1860, the Kanrin Maru set sail, marking Japan's first voyage across the Pacific. Discover the story of Katsu Kaishu, Fukuzawa Yukichi, and the samurai spirit that embraced modernization. (1860年1月13日、咸臨丸が出航し、日本初の太平洋横断を記録しました。勝海舟、福沢諭吉、そして近代化を受け入れた侍魂の物語をご覧ください。)

2026.01.13

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🎌 December 14th: Chushingura Day—Unveiling the Essence of Bushido and the Japanese Spirit in History and Culture

Explore the profound historical and cultural significance of Chushingura Day (December 14th). Learn about the Ako Rōshi's legendary vendetta, the core values of Bushido (Gi and Chu), and the aesthetics of Japanese loyalty that continue to shape the nation's spirit.

2025.12.14

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Sokotsu Sobei: The King of Carelessness and His Epic Fails

Discover the Japanese folktale of "Sokotsu Sobei," a man so absent-minded he eats incense at a funeral. Explore the humor of Edo period Rakugo and the cultural acceptance of human flaws.

2025.11.27

Japanese Folktale Series

Greed Leads to Ruin: The Mysterious Voice from the Edo Moat, “Oiteke-bori”

Discover "Oiteke-bori" (The Leave-It-Behind Moat), a chilling Japanese folktale from the Seven Wonders of Honjo, Tokyo. Learn the cultural lesson about greed hidden in this terrifying Yokai story.

2025.11.16

Japanese Folktale Series

Zatō no Ki (The Blind Man’s Tree): The Japanese Folktale Where a Father’s “Curse” Became Golden Treasure

Discover "Zatō no Ki," a bizarre Japanese folktale about a lazy son, a final message commanding suicide, and the hidden treasure that reveals a father's deep love.

2025.11.04

Japanese Folktale Series

A Grand Turning Point in History: October 21st is the Day of the “Battle of Sekigahara”

October 21st marks the Battle of Sekigahara. A deep-dive article for international readers on the clash between Tokugawa Ieyasu and Ishida Mitsunari that established 260 years of peace. Analyzing betrayal, honor, and self-interest to understand Bushido and Japanese culture.

2025.10.21

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