Hark Back to Meiji-Era Japan With These Stunning Pictures
I’ve always been fascinated with Japan and Japanese culture, so I was delighted when I came across these photos from the Meiji era, which someone took the time to painstakingly recolor by hand.
Travel to Yokohama, Japan, in 1908. What Was it Like?
Before the Meiji Restoration in 1868, it was merely a small fishing village. The Meiji Restoration is a political revolution in 1868 that brought about the final demise of the military government, thus bringing about the modernization and Westernization of the country.
Japanese Photographer Captures the Beauty of His Homeland
Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Image Source: Yuichi Yokota 5. Tokyo Tower and the Crescent Moon Reflected in Glass, Tokyo Image Source: Yuichi Yokota Related Article: 15 Awesome Photos of Japan's Weirdness and Beauty 6. Meotoiwa Rock, Mie Prefecture Image Source: Yuichi Yokota [related_articles] 7.
Powerful Historical Moments Are Best Understood In Photos
Yoshiwara call girls kept on display during the Meiji period in 1882 8. Italian army logistics for lowering artillery to the ground forces in the Alps during World War I, between 1914 and 1918 9. Players of a Chicago High school football team practicing in 1902 10.
How the World Celebrated the New Year of 2014!
Japan Shinto priests stride across special lanterns to put the finishing touches on a ritual to usher in the new year, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo. Malaysia Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Nepal A man lights a butter lamp during evening prayers in Hanumandhoka Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal.
These Crazy Candies From All Over the Earth Will Shock You
Meiji, a chocolate from Japan that comes in a variety of flavors including lemon salt, basil, cheese, jasmine, and black pepper (By choo chin nian, Wikimedia Commons ) 18.
History Test: Can You Answer All 17 Questions?
Emperor Hirohito Emperor Taishō Emperor Akihito Emperor Meiji What is Paul Revere famous for shouting? According to historians, Paul Revere did not shout anything, he had to keep quiet as to not alert the British. "The British Are Coming!" "The British Have Arrived!" "We're Under Attack!"
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15 Photos That’ll Make You Want to Book a Trip to Japan!
Keage Incline In Kyoto The Keage Incline was once an important transport route during the Meiji Era – the remnants of an old railroad still remain to this day. When the cherry blossom is in bloom, the area becomes an especially magical place for a stroll. But don’t expect to be alone.
These Amazing Illusions Are Enough to Make Your Head Spin
This amazing illusion, which was created by Meiji University's professor Kokichi Sugihara, actually won a "Best Illusion of the Year" award in 2016. Named the Ambiguous Cylinder Illusion, it involves using a series of cylinders that are shaped somewhere between a circle and a square.
History of the Ninjas: The Truth of the Famous Assassins
The Meiji Restoration (1868-1912) brought about significant social and political changes in Japan, further distancing the country from its feudal past. The samurai class was abolished, and with it, the remnants of the ninja's historical role faded into obscurity.
