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JapanThe Emperor (??, tenno?, literally "heavenly emperor,"[1] formerly referred to as the Mikado) of Japan is the symbol of the state and of the unity of the Japanese people. He is the head of the Japanese Imperial Family. He is also the highest authority of the Shinto religion.[2] Under Japan's present constitution, the Emperor is the "symbol of the state and the unity of the people," and is a ceremonial figurehead in a constitutional monarchy (see Politics of Japan). The Emperor of Japan is the only current head of state entitled "Emperor". The Imperial House of Japan is the oldest continuing hereditary monarchy in the world. In Nihonshoki, a book of Japanese history finished in the 8th century, it is said that the Empire of Japan was founded in 660 BC by Emperor Jimmu. The current emperor is His Imperial Majesty the Emperor Akihito, who has been on the Chrysanthemum Throne since his father Emperor Showa died in 1989. The role of the emperor of Japan has historically alternated between that of a supreme-rank cleric with largely symbolic powers and that of an actual imperial ruler. Contrary to Western monarchs, the role had rarely been assumed on the field since the establishment of the first shogunate. Japanese emperors have nearly always been controlled by external political forces, to varying degrees.
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1. Weiqi, The Chinese Game of Go
September 03, 2009
The game of Chinese Go is called Weiqi in Mandarin. There a couple of different theories on the history of the game Go and how it was originated. One theory is that it was invented by an Emperor who wanted to increase his son's mental faculties and so devised a game to do so. Another theory is that it was developed by court astrologers during the Chou dynasty (1045-255 BC).
Chinese Go is the world's oldest board game, and is at least 3,000 to 4,000 years old. Weiqi was called Go when it was imported to Japan roughly 1200 years ago. Playing the game Go improves your strategy and your memor... (read more)
Author: sylvia smelcer
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2. Antique Lamps - Chinese Imari, circa 1700 - 2009
July 07, 2009
When speaking of oriental porcelain we normally associate the name "Imari" with Japan, but there is also a Chinese Imari. Production of Japanese style decoration began at Jingdezhen in the early 18th century. Jingdezhen, historically, being the great centre of Chinese porcelain production.
For over 2,000 years, Jingdezhen has been known as the Porcelain Capital of the world. Originally known as Xinpin, its name was changed when the Jingde Emperor (1004-1007) of the Southern Song dynasty, decreed all the pieces made for the Imperial court were to be marked 'made in the Jingde period’. ... (read more)
Author: Maurice Robertson
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3. Taking A Look At The Government of Japan
February 08, 2009
If you are not familiar with the government of Japan, then the thought of having a ceremonial figurehead that is the great symbol, may seem a little different. This is the role that the Japanese Emperor holds, as he holds no true power but is there for ceremonial purposes. The Japanese government does have a Prime Minister, who is an appointed official.
The Prime Minister is the one with the true power and rules along with the officials elected by the people. While having an Emperor who has no real power may seem strange to many, he is a huge symbol to the Japanese people. The line of th... (read more)
Author: Mike Selvon
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4. A Short History of Tea
December 08, 2008
A Short History of Tea In the whole world, tea is consumed more then any other liquid except water. Tea plays a large part in many cultures, most notably China, Japan, and England. In addition to teas widely recognized health benefits, a high level of " tea culture " has developed in many of these countries. Historically, teas orgins date back to around 2737 BC, when tea was thought to be discovered in China by the Second Emperor, Shen Nung, also known as the Divine Healer. Although originally designed as a detoxifying mediicine, it grew into great social prominence during the Tang Dynas... (read more)
Author: David Olszewski
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