Taika Reforms: Centralizing political power
The Taika Reforms, initiated in 645 AD, marked one of the most significant turning points in early Japanese history, representing a...
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Prince Shotoku: The Father of Japanese Buddhism and Architect of a Nation
Prince Shotoku (574-622 AD) stands as one of Japan’s most influential figures, known for introducing and championing Buddhism in Japan...
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Oct 274 min read
Kofun Period: Keyhole-shaped Tombs and Social Hierarchies
The Kofun Period (ca. 250–538 AD) marks a defining era in Japanese history, a time of great political, social, and cultural...
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Oct 255 min read
The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter (Kaguya-hime): Japan's Oldest Folktale
Japan has a rich tapestry of folklore, mythology, and storytelling, and one of the most celebrated and ancient stories is The Tale of the...
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Oct 225 min read
The Yayoi Period: Dawn of Ancient Japan (300 BCE – 300 CE)
The Yayoi period, spanning from around 300 BCE to 300 CE, marks one of the most transformative eras in Japanese history. Following the...
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Oct 125 min read
The Jomon Period: Japan’s Earliest Settlers
The Jomon period, which spanned from around 14,000 BCE to 300 BCE, is recognized as one of the most important and fascinating prehistoric...
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