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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: Get your festival on; 夏祭りだよ！
Date: August 31st 2011
August in Japan means matsuri 祭り[/] season is in full swing. Japanese festivals function a lot like state fairs do at home in the U.S.; getting folks together to celebrate the good old summertime with bright lights, junk food and entertainment of varying quality. And beer! Once held to ensure a successful rice harvest come fall, celebrations both large and small keep the tradition alive tod ... read more
Date: August 31st 2011
August in Japan means matsuri 祭り[/] season is in full swing. Japanese festivals function a lot like state fairs do at home in the U.S.; getting folks together to celebrate the good old summertime with bright lights, junk food and entertainment of varying quality. And beer! Once held to ensure a successful rice harvest come fall, celebrations both large and small keep the tradition alive tod ... read more
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