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This site aims to promote a wider understanding and appreciation of The Tale of Genji - the 11th Century Japanese classic written by a Heian court lady known as Murasaki Shikibu.
The Tale of Genji
How to eat politely in Japan (and other etiquette tips) - travel tips and articles - Lonely Planet
Mar 8, 2011 3:18:14 AM
I've lived in Japan for a long time. When I first came here, I liked living here. Now, I don't.
Japan: It's Not Funny Anymore
A cousin of mine recently won the proverbial lottery when he received the opportunity to participate in a 5 month long exchange program at a Japanese high school, all expenses paid. Opportunities like this don't fall from the sky; He's a hard working young man who kept his grades up, busted his butt to get this door-opening scholarship, and might I add truly dedicated himself to learning as much Japanese as possible before even setting foot on the plane. Unfortunately, after about 2 months of being in Japan, he's decided he doesn't like it very much.
Things you should know about Japan. : SakuraBranch.com
History of Japan - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The history of Japan encompasses the history of the islands of Japan and the Japanese people , spanning the ancient history of the region to the modern history of Japan as a nation state. Following the last ice age , around 12,000 BC, the rich ecosystem of the Japanese Archipelago fostered human development. The earliest-known pottery belongs to the Jōmon period .
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