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Resource: Japanese Maps of the Tokugawa Era

Posted on July 27, 2011 by tnguyen3729

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Library’s Rare Books and Special Collections department recently announced the digitization of maps and guidebooks of the Japanese Tokugawa period, ca. 1600-1867. If you enjoy researching this era of Japanese history or simply enjoy … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Do you know your prefectures?

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Paula

Back to some fun game links, this week we’re featuring two prefectural guessing games to see if you know your Japan geography! They’re simple, but very addictive. The first, from http://www.purposegames.com/ is Prefectures of Japan. Each prefecture has a little … Continue reading →

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Exploring History in Japanese Castles

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Paula

One look at my keychain (mostly chains, very few keys) will alert you to the fact that I am a huge castle nerd. Besides the fact that medieval Japan is my research specialty (and IMO the coolest time period ever, … Continue reading →

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