The actor's established crest is engraved on the sleeve. In Kabuki, regardless of the character's role, the crest of the actor playing that role is often prominently printed on-stage costumes. The image is from November 1800. The fourth ge…

"SHOGUN" Sengoku drama that made the world go crazyIt scores 9.2 out of 10 on IMDb, with over 15,000 ratings. We will introduce the release schedule and distribution channel of each episode of this fantastic drama. 1)Hiroyuki Sanada, to a …

At least 133 people killed in concert hall shooting near Moscow, Russia23 March 2024 1)Several gunmen attacked a concert hall on the outskirts of the Russian capital, Moscow, on the night of 22 March. Russia's Investigative Committee annou…

August 6th of this year marks 73 years since the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima. As a starting point for looking at the nuclear bomb anew, let's review some basic facts. Kyoto and Yokohama were also mentioned as possible sites for at…

Paternalism Paternalism:What is paternalism? According to Kojien, paternalism is the idea that, for the benefit of another person, one should interfere with and restrict the other person's life and actions, regardless of the person's wishe…

With all the recent headlines about panels and tires falling off planes, is flying safe? //Summary - Level-C2// The aviation industry, recently spotlighting incidents involving Boeing, has maintained high safety standards despite challenge…

People can connect with "infinity" by deciding what to do next. //Summary - Level-C2// Engaging with "infinity" through life's decisions involves mastering a state of flow by utilizing NEXT Action Prediction, Choice, and Execution, mirrori…

What is the meaning of life for you? Kenichiro Mogi reveals the secret to a long and happy life. 1)What is the meaning of life? If you were asked this question, many people would find it difficult to answer. This book, "IKIGAI: The Secret …

Japan was scheduled to become a Portuguese colony...Why the Jesuits supported Oda Nobunaga's gun corps in the Battle of NagashinoMissionaries sent as vanguards of colonization https://president.jp/articles/-/58188 Southern European countri…

The beginning of a new interpretation of King Lear, presented by Sean Holmes and Yasunori Danda King Lear synopsis:The old King Lear, who wanted to test the love of his three daughters, did not believe in the sincerity of his youngest daug…

Boeing: How much trouble is the company in? //Summary - Level-C2// Boeing faces profound challenges highlighted by manufacturing flaws, regulatory scrutiny, and a compromised safety culture. Recent incidents, including an emergency exit do…

Hiroyuki Sanada talks about the behind-the-scenes struggles of "Shogun." He says, "Make this work the new normal." "It would be embarrassing if we didn't do something like this these days." //Summary// Shōgun is an American period drama li…

SUMMIT AGRO INTERNATIONAL LTD. Services 1)Business Strategy and Future Vision As a specialised trading company with extensive product knowledge, we use the Sumitomo Corporation Group's network to handle everything from development to regis…

Gender Pay Gap Statistics In 2024 1)General Gender Wage Gap Statistics Women earn 16% less than men on average.Women earn just 84 cents for every dollar a man makes.Women of colour are among the lowest-paid workers in rural areas, with rur…

What is domestic abuse? 1)Facts and StatisticsThe numbers don't lie: they tell a straightforward story about the prevalence and harmful effects of abuse. The facts tell a straightforward story…Domestic abuse is all too common in the UK, an…

Dragon Ball: Japanese manga creator Akira Toriyama dies //Summary - Level-C2// Akira Toriyama, the creator of the groundbreaking and bestselling Japanese manga' Dragon Ball', has died at the age of 68 from an acute subdural haematoma. Cele…

In just two years, the company went from a loss to a profit of over 900 billion yen. Let's talk about the significant reforms made by the talented President Hashimoto. (Nippon Steel/US Steel/Toyota/Mitsui & Co./Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Lt…

Japan's strict gun control laws mean mass shootings are rare. -2022.07.09 1)(CNN) The shooting of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shocked Japan, a country with one of the lowest gun crime rates in the world. Gun crime rates are low becaus…

Why has Japan been able to prevent the spread of dangerous drugs? - Interview with Atsushi Mizoguchi, author of "Dangerous Drugs". 1)Was the eradication campaign a success? Other countries are also very concerned about the spread of danger…

A talk on ottoman textiles with Amanda Phillips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ro4e5-X1pQ4 Join us for the 14th annual Caroline and H. McCoy Jones Memorial Lecture on Ottoman textiles with Amanda Phillips, associate professor at the Unive…

a Listening to Schönberg "Sound egalitarianism" and the future of the Japanese trendDialogue with Montaigne while reading "Essays" - 2024/3/2 1)How about some atonal music now and then? I like Bach. I often listen to Pablo Casals' "Suite f…

Why is Japan the only country with an excess death rate?? - 2023-01-22 //Summary - Level-C2// Japan's rising excess mortality rate has attracted international attention, with research showing a significant discrepancy between confirmed COV…

Why Are Japanese Companies Dead? 1)Japan is home to well-known and influential companies such as Nintendo, Mitsubishi, Toyota, and Panasonic. Japanese companies are a natural disaster; we're talking about a catastrophe that could weigh dow…

Perfect Days Soundtrack (Wim Wenders) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVG-UjfanKf83MrW06ovYokysuuMRqu6 1. The House of the Rising Sun2. Redondo Beach3. [Walkin' Thru The] Sleepy City4. Pale Blue Eyes5. [Sittin' On] the Dock of the …

The Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) Shape:Total length 88-98cm. Wingspan 150-170cm. Ecology:They live in rivers, lakes, wetlands, mudflats and rice fields. Although they are diurnal, during the breeding season, they may feed at night and during…