Smile and Peace

A Shrine and The Diet

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November 15th 2006
Well, this was my first full day in Japan and I'm ready to sleep. We had an another orientation meeting this morning about several things, but the big thing was what to do in case of an earthquake. Japan has four major fault lines and the possibility is greater here than anywhere else. So we'll see and I'll just keep looking out for the exit signs and strong beams to kneel under. (By the way, ... 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