featured Meet Sakamoto Ryōma – The Forward-Thinking Samurai
Introduction Sakamoto Ryōma (1835–1867) was no ordinary samurai. Born in Tosa (present-day Kōchi Prefecture), he showed early promise in swordsmanship, but he quickly realized that Japan’s future wouldn’t be shaped...
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Knees in Need? Meet Kyoto Leg-Saving Shrine
Over time, the heroic tale of Wake no Kiyomaro and his unexpected band of boar bodyguards gave these animals a special status at Go’o Jinja—symbolizing strength, resilience, and good health for the legs. Standing proudly before the shrine, the boar statue isn’t just stone; it’s a centuries-old reminder that even in Kyoto, where serenity and tradition abound, there’s still a place to...
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