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Ao's Japan
Overview and introduction to attractions, temples and shrines, brief guide of major cities, history, nuclear radiation and environmental issues. |
Aspects of Japanese Shipping History
Outlines trends in the development of Japan's commercial shipping prior to World War I. Argues that the promotion of the industry was undertaken primarily not for commercial, but for strategic imperialist reasons. |
Business and Politics in Early 20th Century Japan
Seeks to clarify the contributions and limitations of Japanese business diplomacy. Argues that Japanese business diplomacy, was insufficiently influential to prevent political and military conflict. [PDF] |
Colonies and Countryside in Wartime Japan: Emigration to Manchuria
Explores the relationship between rural villages and Japan's colonies during the wartime period, with reference to the emigration of Japanese farmers to Manchuria to identify some of the key characteristics of Japanese emigration during this period and distinctive features. |
Dancing People are Happy People
Essay on the introduction of square dancing to the people of Nagasaki in 1946 and its increase of social mixing between sexes and cultures. |
Fukuzawa Yukichi
Short college essay on Fukuzawa, who was one of the Meiji Era's most influential figures. |
History of Japan - Kidsweb
Overview written primarily for children, but useful for anyone. Includes FAQ on figures and events from feudal times to the present. |
History of Japanese Railways
Chronological listing of railroads from 1872 to 1907 (the first line, redcap, women employed, and horsedrawn). A few illustrations, including a print of an 1870s train. |
Holeless 50 Yen Coin
A senior citizen recalls the history of the 50 yen coin in the 1950's when it had no hole in the center. |
Imperial Japanese Navy Page
Contains pictures of former vessels in the wartime navy, as well as information on their guns, torpedoes, sensors, names, and officers. |
Japan 1868
Site on relations between France and Japan in 1867-1869. |
Japan Under American Occupation
Brief notes on the role played by the United States during the Allied occupation of Japan from September 1945 through 1952. |
Japan-Japan
Includes exhibits of Japanese philately (stamp-collecting), dictionary of Japanese philatelic terms, resources and links. |
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