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The Kanda River

July 15, 2014October 22, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

The story of the Kanda River is a story as old as Edo itself. It is part and parcel of the evolution of the city. Continue reading The Kanda River

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Edo River Fireworks

August 5, 2013 marky star - JapanThis.com

Summer in Japan means matsuri (festivals), hanabi (fireworks), and fuzoku (prostitution). Today we’ll look at the first two! Continue reading Edo River Fireworks

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Top 10 Japanese Songs of Summer 2

August 1, 2013September 26, 2013 marky star - JapanThis.com

Part 2 of the JapanThis list of Top 10 Songs of Summer in Japan. This list is less traditional. But screw it, I’m busy as hell and have no time to write or go to festivals or anything. Indulge me this month for slacking off, please. Continue reading Top 10 Japanese Songs of Summer 2

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