How Hello Kitty helped post-WWII Japan conquer the world
Born from the trauma of World War II, this bow-wearing cartoon icon became a powerful tool for diplomacy, reinvention, and ...
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East Asia’s Pop Culture in an Age of Protest
A single witty, scene-stealing figure amid a sea of demonstrators can become a spark — amplifying the protest’s message and ...
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This 16th century castle, a symbol of Japanese architecture, is one of the oldest still standing in the country
In Nagano province, the black silhouette of Matsumoto Castle stands out against the snowy horizon of the Japanese Alps. This ...
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One Piece: What Does The Logo On Nika’s Shield Mean?
Nika depicted with sword and shield, shield bearing a symbolic design possibly representing celestial bodies. Reddit theory ...
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Poland’s Wrocław & Szczecin Join the 2025 GDS-Index
Poland’s Wrocław and Szczecin have officially become part of the 2025 Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index), increasing the number of Polish cities involved in this global ...
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From Oh to Ohtani: How Japan developed a generation of baseball superstars (again)
In turn, the philosophy of wakon yosai (Japanese spirit, Western learning) was developed, whereby ideas and concepts – like baseball – could be imported, but should be approached in a Japanese ...
Music Awards Japan Announces All Entries for 62 Categories, Names YMO as ‘Symbol' of the Awards
Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) has been named the Symbol of Music Awards Japan 2025, the act that personifies the spirit of this year's MAJ. About 3,000 entries were announced, with 256 songs up for ...
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Music Awards Japan Announces All Entries for 62 Categories, Names YMO as ‘Symbol’ of the Awards
Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO) has been named the Symbol of Music Awards Japan 2025, the act that personifies the spirit of this year’s MAJ. Explore Explore Billboard See latest videos ...
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The Spirit of Japan: Culture, Customs and Calligraphy
Join Michiko Yoshimoto from the WMU Soga Japan Center at the Paw Paw District Library to learn about the language, culture and calligraphy of Japan. This session offers a unique chance to engage with ...
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Japanese spirit no. 14
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10 best anime exploring Japanese culture
Through Rei's personal evolution and connections fostering his resilient spirit, March Comes in Like a Lion delivers masterful storytelling layered with cultured insights on Japanese shogi at peak ...
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Spirit Airlines Plans 28 New Routes & Cuts 5 Others
Spirit Airlines is reportedly planning to expand its route network by adding 28 new routes. However, as part of its updated schedule, the US-based low-cost airline will also discontinue service to ...