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Hideyoshi`s Kyushu Fortress. Ruins of Hizen Nagoya Castle, Saga, Kyushu.

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This article was originally going to be included in the ‘History of Aki (Hiroshima) Prefecture’ but as this article has

The rain misted down and I had two choices: the road up the hill, or the one alongside the river.

In Japanese folklore the female demon (oni) Hannya figures prominently. Often depicted in traditional Noh and Bunraku plays using a

Why did Akechi Mitsuhide turn against his lord? There are many theories, but no-one really knows for sure. New information

I have a few friends who also have a passion for Japanese history. Here is a great article about the

I’ve been interested in Japanese style architecture for a long time but recently I’ve taken an interest in traditional home

I visited Hikone castle in January 2015 with my friend Ohara san. It was a cold and snowy winters morning

A great article about how to identify the age of Japanese postcards. How to Ascertain the Date (or Time Period)

Kusado Sengen is the name of a medieval town that once used to be situated close to the mouth of

I am aware of the Toyotomi campaign in Korea but I was pleasantly unaware to the extent of the construction

The origins of the name “Yamagata” can be traced back to the early Heian Period (794-1192) of Japan. A dictionary

Wow, so busy teaching at the moment so I haven’t had time to do any more research into my next

Riding the circular Yamanote Line on a Sunday in Tokyo, it is easy to daydream. Those who have found themselves

Last year my family and I visited the Sapporo Beer Factory. I have been there a few times but the