The Trio

The Bugle Sounds in Tokyo

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April 14th 2007
As we disembarked from the plane after touching down in Narita, Japan, I could see Gene’s face light up in anticipation of our upcoming meeting with his best friend, Jess, who would be traveling with us throughout our entire stay in Japan. As we navigated through the airport, Gene’s eyes scanned our surroundings for any sign of Jess, to no avail. We were not yet aware that Jess’s plane fro ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more