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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

August 12 is “Kimigayo Memorial Day”: The Secret of the National Anthem with the World’s Oldest and Shortest Lyrics

Discover the romantic secret behind Japan's national anthem, "Kimigayo." Learn how this 1,000-year-old anonymous poem from the Kokin Wakashu was originally an ancient love song for weddings.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

May 29: The Presentation of the Kokin Wakashu and the Dawn of Japanese Aesthetics

Discover the profound impact of the Kokin Wakashu, Japan's first imperial poetry anthology presented on May 29, 905. Learn how it shaped Japanese aesthetics, anime, and culture.