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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

February 26, 1936: The “February 26 Incident” That Shook the Snow-Covered Imperial Capital

1936年2月26日に発生した日本最大級のクーデター未遂「二・二六事件」。若き青年将校たちはなぜ重臣を暗殺したのか?昭和の激動の歴史と、背景にある日本の武士道や文化を海外読者向けに分かりやすく解説します。
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

December 23rd. While much of the world is wrapped in the festive spirit of Christmas, for the skyline of Tokyo, this date holds a special, monumental significance. On this day in 1958, the Tokyo Tower was completed and officially opened. Standing at 333 meters (1,092 feet), it boasted the title of the world’s tallest self-supporting steel tower at the time. Piercing the sky with its vibrant red framework, it stood not just as a broadcasting antenna, but as a powerful symbol of Japan’s post-war recovery and rapid economic growth.

Discover the history of Tokyo Tower, completed on Dec 23, 1958. Explore its post-war significance, engineering marvels, and why it remains Tokyo's beloved symbol over Skytree.
“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

💥The Shadow of Showa: The Shock of the 300 Million Yen Robbery and Japan’s Light and Dark (The Mystery of December 10)

Explore the deep cultural and social impact of the infamous 300 Million Yen Robbery (1968). This super-long article reveals how Japan's biggest cold case reflects the country's economic boom, anti-establishment spirit, and the collapse of the "Safety Myth."