Entertainment The Culture of Competitive Exhibitions in Edo and Meiji Japan
Why People Became Fascinated with Rare Flowers and AnimalsEven today, there are events where people compete to display t...
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Entertainment Visual Culture in Japan Before Cinema
What Did People Watch and Enjoy Before Electricity?Today, when we think of visual entertainment, we often think of thing...
Entertainment What Is Botan Dōrō? The Japanese Ghost Story of the Peony Lantern
What is Botan Dōrō, the famous Japanese ghost story known as the Peony Lantern? Discover the story of love, death, and the beautiful lantern that became one of Japan's most haunting images.
Entertainment Kamishibai: Japan’s “Motionless Movie” Before Television
When people hear the word kamishibai, they often think of children's entertainment. In reality, however, kamishibai was ...
Entertainment Stories Told Through Light: Kenji Miyazawa and Gentō-kai (Magic Lantern Shows）.
How Did People Experience Stories Before Television and Movies?Today, we can enjoy stories through television, movies, a...
Education & Childhood Dreams of Meiji Women in the Light of the Magic Lantern
Discover how magic lantern shows shaped education and imagination in Meiji Japan. Explore Chikanobu’s lantern-inspired prints capturing women’s dreams.