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** Jinshin War **

The time had moved into the era of Emperor Showa, and World War II had broken out. The mind of Japanese people had been occupied by the single thought, “Sacrificing everything for the sake of the country” until the defeat … Continue reading →

In some ways, it is not too much to say that Emperor Tenmu as the “originator” had created the foundation for today’s Japan. This is because that his name can be found in various fields when people explore the roots … Continue reading →

Prince Oama had never intended to be back to the capital Otsu, called “Omi-Otsu capital” (Shiga Prefecture) after winning of the Jinshin War. It had been the old capital, Asuka (Nara Prefecture) where he had chosen as his new capital. … Continue reading →

The birth of the brother of former king has still been wrapped in mystery. His name had earned his place in Japanese history a little before the Jinshin War. He had been called as Prince Oama in those times. This … Continue reading →

All the main characters in the Jinshin war have been enshrined in the shrines. In other words, the former king (Emperor Tenji), the brother of former king (Emperor Tenmu), and the son of former king (Prince Otomo), all have been … Continue reading →

You could feel the air of ancient Japan by the journey into the scenes of the Jinshin War. And also you could open the door to the worlds of Japanese mythology. Would you go to see the main characters of … Continue reading →