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Japan Historical Photos: The Kingendai Collection

Japan Historical Photos: The Kingendai Collection

(Click on the image above to view the full gallery) Undated – Shibasaburo Kitasato (1853-1931) was a Japanese physician and bacteriologist. He studied under Dr. Robert Koch in the University […]

Features

Yokohama Chinatown: 150 years of history in JapanYokohama Chinatown: 150 years of history in Japan

Yokohama Chinatown: 150 years of history in JapanYokohama Chinatown: 150 years of history in Japan

An entrance gate leading into Yokohama Chinatown. Yokohama Chinatown is a largest Chinatown in Asia with a history that dates back to approximately 150 years. Until today, it still remains […]

News, Traditional Japan

Aoi Matsuri in KyotoAoi Matsuri in KyotoAoi Matsuri in Kyoto

Aoi Matsuri in KyotoAoi Matsuri in KyotoAoi Matsuri in Kyoto

A Kyoto tradition since the 6th centruy the Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival) procession moves through Shimogamo Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  The festival was begun in the 500s as […]

J League Football, Sports

The Start of the J-LeagueLe debut de la ligue JJリーグの初試合

The Start of the J-LeagueLe debut de la ligue JJリーグの初試合

Japanese supporters of Yokohama Marinos celebrate the first game in the J-League in 1993 between Kawasaki Verdy and Yokohama Marinos, held at the National Stadium in Tokyo.

News

Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009

Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009Fall of the Berlin Wall Anniversary 2009

German Embassy in Tokyo exhibits large-format photos.