Akira Kurosawa (黒澤明) was a Japanese film director, screenwriter and producer. Born on March 23, 1910 in Tôkyô, he is considered one of the greatest filmmakers in the history of Japanese cinema and a pioneer of modern cinema. Kurosawa began his career in 1935 and made over 30 films during his career, several of which […]
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The history and origin of koi carp The Koi carp, symbol of strength and love and represents the power of Japan, is the result of crossbreeding carried out in Japan for several decades. The Hiroshima region has the largest number of Koi carp farms. This fish, which can live up to 100 years, is bred
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If you have the opportunity to visit London and want to immerse yourself in the world of Japan, take a trip to the British Museum! This museum illustrates human history from its beginnings to the present day on all continents. It has one of the most comprehensive collections of Japanese culture in Europe. The British
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Around 300 CE, the start of the Yamato Empire (300-710) Protohistoric Period (300-710): During this period, local tribes united under the centralized power of the Yamato Empire. The Kofun period The Kofun period is a subdivision of the Yamato period. It corresponds to the period extending from the 3rd century to the middle of the
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Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of vinous rice pressed and seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar and salt, served with various ingredients such as raw fish, vegetables, eggs, etc. The history of sushi dates back to at least the 7th century in East Asia, where vinous rice was used to preserve fish and vegetables.
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Japanese furoshiki is a traditional wrapping art that uses a square of cloth to wrap and carry various objects. This age-old technique is considered an art form in itself, as it requires folding and knotting skills to create elegant and practical designs.
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Japanese heritage, pivotal periods in history, emblematic monuments, diverse and varied personalities who have marked Japanese society or reviews of traditional objects, you will travel through our articles within this magnificent country that is Japan. Japan in the past Both strange and fascinating, the so-called Land of the Rising Sun has always intrigued Westerners, particularly
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