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26 Martyrs honours the first 26 martyrs of the Christian persecution in Japan.
Bolger, James Brendan - Infoplease.com Former sheep farmer made his way into New Zealand politics as a member of Parliament and went on to become prime minister.
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Chiiori Project Preserving Old Japanese Thatch Houses Details the efforts to protect this style of farm house in Japan from the encroachment of industrialization and modernism. Many images.
Chronological table of Kyoto Prefecture's History Follow the development of this region around the city of Kyoto. Links are included to pages on famous figures and festivals.
Edo, Japan Virtually tour Tokyo before it was Tokyo. Walk the streets of Edo, where the Shogun once lived and ruled the country. Beyond a mere show-me tour, this site offers insights into the source of what is known as Traditional Japan.
Emperor of Japan and the Imperial Institution Examines the title assumed by rulers since the 6th century. Details the duties of the heavenly sovereign as they have developed to the present.
Fukuoka City History highlights temples, shines, and ruins.
;K_2;3_5;6_8;9_12; Growth Management Institute Maryland Nonprofit organization promotes strategies and practices to achieve sustainable urban development.
History of Japanese Railways Chronological listing of railroads from 1872 to 1907 (the first line, redcap, women employed, horsedrawn, etc). A few illustrations, including a print of an 1870s train.
I.W.W. index to sources
Israelites Came To Ancient Japan theories about how things in Japan have relation to the ten lost tribes of Israel.
Japan - The Ancient City Examine a bibliography relating to topics in urban history for this location as assembled by the University of Guelph.
Japan Glossary Find a glossary of Japanese terms and concepts. Words are linked to detailed definitions and further related links.
Japanese Army's Atrocities - Nanjing Massacre .
Japanese History Resources at Duke Compiles resources on East Asian topics including bibliographies, history surveys and journals. Includes links to pages in Japanese and English.
Japanse Garden Database Enthusiasts of historic Japanese gardens and their artistic and cultural significance stroll through this lush gallery of designers, media, texts, books, plant types, international garden sites and growing fields of Web sites.
League of Historical Cities Membership of this league consists of more than 50 historical cities worldwide. Profiles of each city are available, accompanied by photos. Kyoto is, of course, included.
Nanking 1937 exhibition marking the 60th anniversary of the Nanking Massacre. Conference to be held at Princeton University, November 2122, 1997.
Nanking Massacre presents pictures from the event, and asks for a formal apology from the Japanese government.
National Museum of Japanese History Located in Sakura City, Chiba. Covers history of Japan from prehistoric periods to modern times. Includes visitor info and online galleries.
Office of Japan Affairs: U.S. and Japan US State Department provides this guide to the economy, history and culture of Japan. Link to the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs.
Osaka Castle Recounts the history of this Okaka landmark from the middle ages. Includes photographs, maps and a guide to the museum which occupies it today.
Rape of Nanking: An Undeniable History in Photographs by James Yin and Shi Young, with foreword by the Most Rev. Desmond M. Tutu and preface by Prof. Yingshih Yü.
Rekishi Kaido: A Bridge to Japanese History and Culture This site strives to provide people in and outside of Japan with a facility to access a wide variety of historic and cultural resources in and around the Kansai region.
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