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Religion in Japan: A Complex and Intricate Affair
Why, in a country littered with shrines and temples, does the majority of the population claim to practice no religion?
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CULTURE
Respect for the Aged Day: Its Origins and Celebration in Japan
What is Respect for the Aged Day? An overview of Japan's national holiday, including its origins and related cultural myths.
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Nara Dreamland: How It Became a Nightmare
It was meant to be a paradise. But it ended up a nightmare instead. The story of how Nara Dreamland came to…
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Kasamori Osen: The Idol Star of Edo Japan
At the height of her fame, Osen suddenly disappeared.