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Brought to you by Penguin. An in-depth exploration of one of the little known battles of World War II. It began as a routine attempt by the US to take a small and negligibly strategic airstrip on a remote island in the Pacific and ended up as a blood-soaked battle of over two months which left...

Strictly speaking, a timetable isn't the kind of thing you're supposed to read for pleasure, yet you might be surprised to learn how many such individuals exist. I'm one of them . . . A landmark of Japanese travel writing, translated for the first time, this beloved classic takes the reader on a...

尖閣諸島沖の波高い２０１０年、中国漁船が海上保安庁の巡視艇に体当たりし、海保職員によって船長が逮捕された。中国はこれに反発し、レアアースの輸出を全面禁止すると通告する。狼狽した民主党の菅直人首相は処分保留のまま船長を釈放した。

古事記・日本書紀・風土記ってこんなにおもしろい！ ・出雲の国引き神話を漁民の目で読むと？ ・羽衣伝説と農耕の意外な関係とは？ ・アマテラスはなぜ岩屋戸に隠れたのか？ ・神武天皇が熊野の険しい山道を選んだワケは？

The Wars for Asia, 1911-1949 shows that the Western treatment of World War II, the Second Sino-Japanese War, and the Chinese Civil War as separate events misrepresents their overlapping connections and causes. The Chinese Civil War precipitated a long regional war between China and Japan that...

The Book of Ninja, or Bansenshukai, provides an essential guide to the art of ninjutsu. The writings here include discussions of strategy, spycraft, secretive raids, codes and deception techniques, it brings to life the secretive world of medieval Japan. With an emphasis on the psychology, training and principles one must follow to become a successful ninja, it offers valuable lessons on self-development and discipline that can be applied to business and everyday modern life.

二人の天皇が存在した日本史上稀有な混沌の時代。しかしそれは同時に抑圧されていた「下々」には「成り上がる」恰好のチャンスでもあった。同時代の記録『太平記』で人々が生き生きと跳梁するのもそのような時代ならばこそ。

'Thought-provoking and inspiring. This book is at once a fascinating insight into the little-known ways of female samurai, an inspiring guide for life and a beautiful tribute to an indomitable woman.' Beth Kempton, bestselling author of Wabi Sabi 'Rimika Tanaka's highly engaging first book makes...

天皇の視点で読み解く江戸時代 通説を覆す「嘘だらけ」シリーズ日本史編、待望の第三弾。 徳川十五代将軍に比べて影の薄かった天皇が、なぜ幕末に突如として絶大な存在感を放ったのか――その謎に挑むのが本書です。

The definitive history of Japanese organized crime, from its origins in samurai-era black markets and gambling rings to the shadowy syndicates of the present. “The best book in English on this fascinating and misunderstood subject.” ―Richard Lloyd Parry, author of People Who Eat Darkness...

「武士道はその表徴たる桜花と同じく，日本の土地に固有の花である」．こう述べる新渡戸（一八六二―一九三三）は，武士道の淵源・特質，民衆への感化を考察し，武士道がいかにして日本の精神的土壌に開花結実したかを説き明かす．「太平洋の懸橋」たらんと志した人にふさわしく，その論議は常に世界的コンテクストの中で展開される．

A momentous new history of Asia’s Second World War. Drawing on deep archival research across continents, historian Hans van de Ven tells the dramatic story of how Asia’s people mobilized to defeat both Japanese aggression and European imperialism, forging modern Asia in the process. By the...

'What is it that makes the history of the Second World War so compelling? Why are the Afflicted afflicted? With these chapters we hope to offer some idea of our approach to, and understanding of, the war, while never forgetting the tumult and terror that came with defeating tyranny. Maybe you...

こわい。けれど、目が離せない 知られざる歴史の深淵が浮かび上がる！ 残酷で、切なくて、ときどき笑える――歴史学者が解き明かす「こわさ」の正体とは？ 歴史をこわいと感じるのは、残酷な出来事だけではありません。

2025年12月25日――昭和が始まって100年目となった。「激動の昭和」といわれながらも戦後はどこか無自覚な平和(=戦争のない状態)が80年続いた。が、今やルールとパラダイムは完全に変わった。

On August 9, 1945, an American B-29 dropped an atomic bomb on Nagasaki, Japan, killing tens of thousands of people in the blink of an eye, while fatally injuring and poisoning thousands more. Among the survivors was Takashi Nagai, a pioneer in radiology research and a convert to the Catholic Faith. Living in the rubble of the ruined city and suffering from leukemia caused by over-exposure to radiation, Nagai lived out the remainder of his remarkable life by bringing physical and spiritual healing to his war-weary people.

Experience the profound calm and iron discipline of historical Edo Japan in this immersive day-in-the-life meditation. Whether you are seeking a grounded escape during a stressful commute or searching for tranquil focus to wind down before sleep, step into the measured footsteps of a mid-ranking...

Uncover the true historical reality of Japan’s female artists and working women in this immersive cultural history. Perfect for a contemplative evening commute or a relaxing weekend escape, this evocative journey walks you through the lantern-lit alleyways of traditional geisha districts...

Step into the steamy bathhouses of feudal Japan to uncover a cultural history of Shinto purity and social hierarchy. Whether you are unwinding before sleep or transforming your daily commute into an educational journey, this atmospheric exploration immerses you in a society where water and heat...

Face mortality with stoic calm and master mindfulness through the quiet philosophy of the medieval Japanese warrior. Whether you are navigating major life transitions or simply seeking peace in a chaotic world, this contemplative historical journey offers a sanctuary for reflection. Step away...