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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]
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] Blog: Family reunion in Japan
Date: May 24th 2010
Finally the time has come and we were heading to Japan for a couple of weeks. My parents were also joining us which was a great help to us for interpretation purposes. At the airport we were greeted by my cousin Maki who helped us find our hostel in Tokyo. We spent a couple of hours at the hostel owned bar for a few sakes and beer afterwards. The next day Maki showed us around Harajuku area. My p ... read more
Date: May 24th 2010
Finally the time has come and we were heading to Japan for a couple of weeks. My parents were also joining us which was a great help to us for interpretation purposes. At the airport we were greeted by my cousin Maki who helped us find our hostel in Tokyo. We spent a couple of hours at the hostel owned bar for a few sakes and beer afterwards. The next day Maki showed us around Harajuku area. My p ... read more
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