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Japan: History, Geography, Economy & Culture

Japan: History, Geography, Economy & Culture

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This is the story of Japan. In this video, I explore the long and unique history of Japan, the diverse geography of Japan - an archipelago of mountains, forests and volcanoes, the Japanese Economy - perhaps the most sophisticated in the world, and the remarkably rich Japanese culture that has influenced the world in so many ways. Japan's history as old and rich as any, and is strongly influenced by its geography, an island chain isolated at the end of the Eurasian continent. Its origins begin in the myths of the first Emperor of Japan, with recorded history beginning in the with the Yamato state of the 1st Century AD. Buddhism came to Japan in the 6th Century and fused with the native Shinto religion, which has continued to this day. Various dynasties went forward in the Asuka Period, the Nara Period where the capital of Japan moved to Kyoto, the Heian Period and the Kofun Period where the power of the Shogun, a military commander with greater power than the Emperor began. But the Shogun's power waned until by the 15th Century, competing warlords (Daimyo) fought each other in what became known as the Sengoku Period (Warring States. Samurai warriors, who ruled their lives by the Bushido Code, fought each other for 150 years. Oda Nobunaga was the one who ultimately triumphed out of the chaos, but he was soon assassinated, and his successor Tokugawa Ieyasu became Shogun after one final contest, the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600. The Shogun Tokugawa moved his court to Edo, later renamed Tokyo, and for the next 250 years, peace and isolation reigned in this Edo Period, as foreigners were expelled. The Edo Period came to an end in 1860 as Admiral Perry of the USA forced Japan to open up. The Shogun was deposed and the emperor restored to power in what became known as the Meiji Restoration. In the next few decades, Japan went from a feudal society to a modern industrialised nation. But this progress was overshadowed by the rise of ultra-nationalist politicians under Hideki Tojo, who invaded China, leading to the Nanking Massacre, and the entry of Japan into World War II. The Empire of Japan was short lived, however, as Great Britain and the USA pushed back its forces, and the atomic bombs of Hiroshima and Nagasaki saw the unimaginable surrender of the country in August 1945. Since the war, the Japanese Economic Miracle took place, as Japan went from ruins to the #2 Economy in the world by the early 1970s. It soon dominated electronics, robotics and automotive sectors, with Japanese brands such as Sony, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Canon and Panasonic becoming household names. The geography of Japan comprises four main islands Hokkaido in the north, the largest island of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu in the south. Okinawa is also notable, part of the Ryukyu island chain that extends as far as Taiwan. Earthquakes are a continual menace to Japan, with the most recent devastating Tohoku Earthquake of 2011 resulting in a devastating tsunami that led to the loss of 10, 000s and the nuclear disaster of Fukushima. Japanese culture is easily among the world's richest, with its art, ikebana, bonsai and Japanese garden design prized around the world. It has a rich tradition of martial arts, from samurai to judo, karate to sumo. Its cuisine of ramen, sushi, teppan and teriyaki is sophisticated and popular the world over. Manga and anime are the latest globally desired trend of a tradition of centuries of illustration. Japanese strength in both electronics, art and story-telling resulted in its early entry into video games, which it continues to dominate to the present
Date: 2024-01-04

Comments and reviews: 19


Explanations about the Greater East Asia War lack too much of the Japanese perspective. This video is not fair.
Regarding the Nanjing Massacre in particular, there is no evidence of genocide in primary historical sources.
The photos of the massacre were actually taken by Chinese soldiers, the victims were Japanese, and the captions were fabricated to make it appear that Japan was the perpetrator, even though the photos had nothing to do with the massacre.
This has been verified by Professor-Shudo Higasinakano, and it has been proven that not a single photograph existed as evidence of the Nanjing Massacre.
History should be told through evidence. Anything can be said based on testimony alone. Misinformation is being spread by Chinese propaganda.
Unlike Germany, there was no written order for Japan to commit the Nanjing Massacre. In other words, it is completely different from Germany, which committed genocide as a nation.
However, that doesn't mean he hasn't killed anyone. Chinese soldiers dressed up as civilians and attacked the Japanese army as troops. Therefore, it is possible that they were wary of suspicious Chinese people and ended up killing them as a result.
This is similar to how the American military massacred the Vietnamese people during the Vietnam War after struggling with guerilla warfare.
Although this is not acceptable, I would like you to understand that such circumstances existed.
The population of Nanjing at that time was approximately 200, 000. This is clear from John Rabe's diary. How could they kill 300, 000 people when there were only 200, 000?
Even if I could kill him, would there be enough bullets? Can we afford to waste money like that on the front lines? Will 300, 000 people remain calm until they are killed? What will be done with the 300, 000 bodies? I have to say that it is impossible no matter how you think about it.
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I have been in many countries, including Japan. Of all of them, to an American, Japan impressed me as the most foreign, but also the most delightful. They also make the best kitchen knives that on can buy, albeit expensive. I have also collected a large selection of images of Japanese woodblock art, mostly Kewase Hasui.
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As a Chinese who loves Japan and living in Japan really much, I really can't agree saying -unique culture completely unlike any other culture-. It is very unique, but definitely not -completely unlike- All those ancient culture things shown in the videos are highly similar and affected by ancient Chinese culture
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Wow man! Really clear way of presenting the information about Japan, in chronological order and even including the climate. I absolutely love the way this video has been made. I appreciate your efforts and thank you for making this, quite literally, art.
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Kon'nichiwa everyone! I hope you enjoyed this video as it almost killed me producing it! Please let me know your thoughts about this beautiful and inspiring country, whether you are Japanese or -Gaijin-; , whether you live or have travelled there
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Shinto shrine was built by ancient Jews who came from Israel.
There are many red torii gates.
Its two red columns come from the ancient Jewish Passover.
In other words, the red color of the torii is the color of the blood of the lamb.
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As a Japanese, I wish our country could continue to have the Edo era vibes from the 19th century combined with the modern anime culture. That would make a super awesome one-of-a-kind epic fantastic dream paradise to live in.
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Amazing country and people and this all the piece have been beautiful put together. My stay in Okinawa has confirmed most of what you have put. So beautifully captured.
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hahaha, tao noi roi, bon may chi co 1 cach duy nhut thoi. 200 ty my kim la qua qua qua re roi do. dung mo mong cuop giut cua tao mot cach hop phap.
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Japan is a very mysterious country. I was lucky to visit there several years ago. I can feel a completely different cultural atmosphere
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29: 15; SONIC THE HEDGEHOG is one of my most favorite video games primarily, and Pokemon is pretty cool too, but I love Sonic the most.
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love from India from childwood itself am like Japan dont know the reason. now am very happy to see this video thank you so much
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The Japan is my most favourite place in world and also an interesting place I hope to go Japan thanks for this video-
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Short and sweet explanation. But, there is a mistake that you said Buddha was born in India. No, Buddha was born in Nepal.
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Excellent video, Japan is the most admirable nation for me. What is the name of the opening song? Is very beautiful.
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Even a lifetime of Japanese people picking up trash cannot compensate for the disposal of radioactive waste
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Realize your geting your -facts- from a robot. another european that cant rule themselfs trying to rule asia.
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Plz stop the human cart cycle in japan it is very painfully to the mankind to took the somebody on this cycle
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-that was perfect video! I was searching about Japan for my speech and now i have plenty knowledge----
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