Japan -Toyama

A few background stories before fun

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November 6th 2007
Hello, everyone. I've just settled in Himi-shi Toyama-ken Japan. So far there is nothing to report as a travel blog but let me introduce a few background stories here. 1stly, I'll explain the history of those unfamiliar address names. Himi stands for "to see fire" in English. Around 16th century a shogun named Maeda who came from southern chinese invaded into this region. Som ... read more

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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