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Peace Rally and Okonomi- Yaki

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May 26th 2009
Day 4 was an interesting part of our trip. Our Study Tour shys away a bit from very touristy sites and focuses on every day Japanese life from a first- hand perspective. The highlight of the day, by far, was Noda sensei's sister's concert at a peace rally in Akashi. Japan has a clause in their Constitution stating that there should be no armed forces. However, the tides are starting to change and ... read more

Asia » Japan

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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