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What does Nagatachō mean?

March 9, 2016October 9, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

Nagata-chō is to Japan what Washington DC or Downing Street are to the US and UK. Go #metonym power! Continue reading What does Nagatachō mean?

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Why is Akasaka called Akasaka?

April 30, 2013November 1, 2020 marky star - JapanThis.com

In the Edo Period it was famous as the home of some of the most powerful daimyo. Today it’s famous for politics and commerce. For all of its history it’s been famous for being red. Let’s find out why Akasaka is called the Red Hill. Continue reading Why is Akasaka called Akasaka?

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