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INSIDE YAHOO! Join a Chat Post a Message Headline News CATEGORIES Japanese Streets@ SITE LISTINGS Alphabetical  |  By Popularity    (What's This?) 1937 Nanking Massacre - Includes graphic photos from the Nanking Massacres. 4D Modulation Studio - Assembly of computer generated graphics, photos and more. A Glimpse at Chanoyu - Recounts an experience with the Japanese world of tea. About.com: Japanese Geisha - Answers questions about the Japanese geisha culture of entertainment, such as who are geisha? What are okiya and how do young girls become geisha? Includes a photo of traditional Japenese geisha women, with links to geisha tours in Japan. Adachi, Yukinobu - Underwater photography from Okinawa, Japan. Advanced Japanese Destroyers of World War II - Examines the Fubuki and their successors. Agua Gala - Japanese performing arts company. Presents interactive performances that involve unique movements without words, and require audience participation. Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art (APMA) - Houses achievements in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts from the late 19th century to the present day. Aida, Yusuke - Photos of his ceramic teapots, outdoor sculptures, and more. Aino, Yasuichi - Colourful abstract and semi-abstract oil paintings. Alice, Tokyo - Fuses elements from Japanese and western fairy tales and mythologies to create a unique punk style. All-Wright Site: Frank Lloyd Wright in Japan - Information about Wright-designed buidings in the country. Anno, Akinori - Underwater photographer, with photos including whales and dolphins. Anthropological Perspective on the Japanese Tea Ceremony - By Herbert Plutschow. Art Tower Mito (ATM) - Contemporary art centre showcasing the works of modern artists from around the world. Located in Mito, Japan. Asian Topics: Noh Drama - Analysis of the form, including audio and video clips examining the history, structure, and current forms of Noh. Asian Women's Fund (AWF) - Its primary aim is to extend atonement and support to those who suffered as wartime comfort women. Assembly Language - Includes exhibition reviews, image galleries, news concerning contemporary art and avant-garde culture in Tokyo and Japan. Association for the Advancement of Liberalist View of History - Addresses topics in modern Japanese history, such as WWII war crimes, comfort women, post-war reparations, and race relations. Astronomy Sites in Asuka - Information about astronomy among ancient tombs and relics in Asuka, Japan. Includes pictures and descriptions of the Takamatsu Zuka Kofun burial tomb. Asuka Historical Museum - Devoted to the dynasty the ruled Japan from 593 to 710. Features palace ruins and museum housing period pottery, scrolls, and historical texts. Avalon Project: International Military Tribunal for the Far East - Includes the 1946 charter and rules of procedure for the court organised to punish Japanese war crimes after World War II. Bank of Japan Currency Museum - Online gallery with selected items on display from the museum's collection; includes a detailed history on Japanese currency. Bar Isn't It? Kyoto - With hours and directions. Bars & Nightlife - Lists bars frequented by foreigners. BBC News: Scarred by History - The Rape of Nanjing - 2005 article covering one of the great atrocities of modern times and those who fight the Japanese government to recognise true accounts. Beautiful Kana Calligraphy - Introduction to ancient and modern Japanese Kana calligraphy. Ben's Cafe - Enjoy the flavour and atmosphere of a New York style cafe in Shinjuku. Bento - Exploring Japanese culture; includes sections on the Tokyo club scene, travel, the arts, and manga. Berger Foundation: Japan - Showcases images of paintings, sculptures, buildings, and gardens from museums and various Japanese locations. Bernd's Bar - Serving traditional German cuisine and a range of wines and beers. Black Ships & Samurai - Exhibit from MIT examines the first encounter between Americans and Japanese in 1853. Blue Note Tokyo - Club featuring international jazz talent. Blues Garden - Located in Haruna Town. Boshin War (1868) - Briefly describes the 1868-9 conflicts between the Emperor Meiji's forces under Saigo Takamori and supporters of the former Bakufu government. Brief Outline of Tosa Washi - Descriptions of the processes, characteristics, and history of making washi in the province of Tosa (now Kochi Prefecture). Bushido: The Way of the Warrior - Explains the development of the traditional code of the Japanese samurai. Butoh Dance and Psychosomatic Studies in Japan - Explores how Japanese Butoh dancers experience a connection between the mind and body, with notes and commentary on Butoh dance technique and form by Toshiharu Kasai. Casai, Hideki - Features a display and philosophy of contemporary photographs. Castles of Japan - Collection of images and information on various Japanese castles. CBEL.com: Traditional Japanese Art - Directory linking to sites about Japanese dolls, lacquerware, netsuke, origami, washi, calligraphy, performing arts, and more. CCA Kitakyushu - Gallery and institute for study and research in contemporary art. Offering post-graduate courses for younger artists and curators. Center for Research on Japan's War Responsibility (JWRC) - Includes information about textbook controversy, comfort women, and other topics. Publishes quarterly journal. Chaji - How to host a Japanese tea ceremony, with narration and pictures. Chihiro Art Museum - Featuring the works of Chihiro Iwasaki. Chiiori Project - Based in a restored farmhouse in Iya, the project intends to promote the use of zoning laws to insure the area remains unmarred. Chinese Alliance for Commemoration of the Sino-Japanese War Victims - Collecting materials on the suffering and losses incurred by the Chinese people in the second Sino-Japanese War as well as raising people's awareness of Japanese militarism. Club Asia Comfort Women - Explores the stories of people forced to serve as comfort women for the Japanese army during WWII. Comfort Women: A History of Trauma - Focuses on the experiences of Taiwanese women. Comfort Women: A Web Reference - Links to items about the women who were held in sexual slavery by the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II. Constitution of the Empire of Japan (1889) - Text of Japan's first European-style constitution, which established the Diet while maintaining the sovereignty of the emperor. Contemporary Japan: The Meiji Restoration and Modernization - Covers the development of Japan into an industrial, capitalist state on Western models. Cool Girls Japan - E-zine of Japanese fashion and lifestyle, with an emphasis on Tokyo happenings. Costume Museum - Exhibits include a recreation of Hikaru Genji's Mansion, Rokujyo-in, in one-quarter scale. Crafts of Kurashiki - Describes glass blowing, Hariko dolls, Bityu washi, pottery, and more. Crown Princess Masako - Facts, profile, and links from Who2.com. CyberAgeVooDoo - Industrial music club in Tokyo. Dairakudakan - One of the first Butoh dance companies in Tokyo, Japan. Dairakudakan is the product of Akaji Maro, based on his strong beliefs in Miburi-Teburi and Tempu-Tenshiki. Darkwave-Designworks - Makes funereal graphic design under the name Nega. Daruma Magazine - Devoted solely to Japanese art and antiques. Diaries of Court Ladies of Old Japan - Text of the 1920 book featuring three 11th century diaries: the Sarashina Diary, the diary of Murasaki Shikibu, and the diary of Izumi Shikibu. Dickens Fellowship: Japan Branch - Founded on Dec. 23, 1970. Dining Out in Tokyo Dissident Voice: Rape of Nanking Reloaded - Article containing statements made by Professor Higashinakano of the Asia University in Japan about factual fabrications in the Nanking Massacre. Edo-Tokyo Museum - Exhibits over 2,500 original prints, scrolls, kimonos, and other relics from the Edo-Tokyo area. Also in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. Electric Geisha - E-zine covering Tokyo entertainment and arts. Emperor of Japan and Members of the Imperial Family, The - Includes profiles and photographs of Emperor Akihito, Empress Michiko, Crown Prince Hauhito, and Crown Princess Masako. Enthusiasts for Visiting Japanese Castles - Provides photo galleries of dozens of castles around Japan as well as traditional houses. Esaka, Masami - Japanese artist specialising in animal caricatures. Family Japanese-POW - Information, mailing list, and links on the Hellships by John Lewis. Famous Women of Japanese History - Brief profiles of Hôjô Masako, Oichi, Tokuko (Kenrei-Mon-In), and Tomoe Gozen. Fandango - Monthly performance schedules, streaming audio songs of this month's bands, and profiles. Floating World of Ukiyo-e, The - Exhibition from the Library of Congress. Collection includes paintings, drawings, and books from the 17th to 19th centuries. Flower Design of Britain - Floristry and flower arrangement school. Offers courses for professionals and hobbyists. Focus on Asia - Fukuoka International Film Festival FooTNiK Takadanobaba - Football pub in the heart of Tokyo offering food, drinks, and live matches from around the world. Fujisawa Symphony Orchestra Fukuoka Asian Art Museum - Includes new releases, lecture information, exhibition announcements, and more. Fukuoka City Foundation for Arts and Cultural Promotion - Provides wide-ranging support to the people of Fukuoka for artistic and cultural activities. Fukuyama Auto and Clock Museum - Exhibits classic cars and clocks, as well as wax figures, cameras, and music boxes. Furudoi, Koji - Features a virtual gallery, biography, and more. G-Mark: Good Design Award - International product design award, issued annually by Japanese judges, based on efficiency in usability, human-friendliness, and consideration to the ecological environment. GASPANIC Geisha and Maiko - Includes a gallery of geisha and maiko Ukiyo-e and modern photos, describing the differences between the two types of traditional Japanese entertainers and artists. Geisha and Maiko also features a history of the culture, stages of maiko training, and a glossary of terms. Geisha Essay - Academic report on the institution of geisha in Japan. Geisha is a word that means "one who practices or lives by their gei (art)." Provides history, differences in perception of the geisha lifestyle, and images of traditional maiko and geisha. GenerAsian at NYU: Belittlement of Lost Lives - Article covering the ongoing debate over the Nanking Massacre. Giang's - With menu and map. GooSayTen - Butoh dance group based in Sapporo. Major performances have been done as a duo by Itto Morita and Mika Takeuchi. Gral Wind Orchestra - Amateur wind orchestra; site has details about upcoming performances and profiles of members and the conductor. Grand Kabuki - Show hours, tickets information, and services. Guide to Japanese Castles - Includes information on the history of castles in Japan, their basic structure and layout, and fortifications employed. H-Japan - Forum to discuss Japanese history, culture, religion, and society. H-US-Japan - Edited, international, nonpartisan list enabling researchers of Japan-U.S. relations to exchange opinions about the significance of current affairs and historical events. Hakone Open-Air Museum, The - Home to outdoor displays of sculpture and indoor galleries with works by renowned Japanese and foreign artists. Situated in a national park. Hama, Taro - Exhibit of Japanese people, scenary, and culture. Hamaiso, Norikatsu - Music Box (Orgel,Musical Box) Sound Photograph of Resort Exhibition in Wakayama Marina City, 1994. Hanako Muraoka Study Room - Where Muraoka translated Anne of Green Gables. Upon being published in Japanese, the story became, and remains, very popular in Japan. Hanano, Fumio - Monochrome mindscapes, cityscapes, and fine art nudes. Hara Museum of Contemporary Art - Permanent collection includes works from Asia, the Americas and Europe, and focuses on the diversity of post-1950 developments in art. Hasegawa, Shoji - 3D-computer graphics visually rendering science and technology,futuristic concepts and science fiction. Hasumi, Nobuo - Pictures of Australia. Hayashi, Toshi - Black and white photos taken with pinhole and ordinary cameras: landscapes, towns, people in Japan, and more. Hibi, Sadao - Showcases a collection of photos featured in Japan-related books and calendars. Hideko's Knitting World - Photos and text describing original knitted works and atelier reports. Himeji Castle - Virtual Tour - Also known as the White Heron Castle. Learn about the structure and its history through photos and text. Hinoma, Hiroko - Modern acrylics on canvas. Hirabayashi, Masahide Hiraoka, Sea-geo - QuickTime Movie Theater - 2/3D CG, video, and animation. Hirose, Yuriko - Sculpture, installations and paintings by the Japanese artist, who works in Japan and Los Angeles. Hiroshima C-DAS World Cooking Show - Recipes for home cooking from all over the world. People from various countries introduce their motherland's dishes. Submit yours today. Holga de Kiss - A gallery of Japanese life taken with a Holga and other toy cameras. Hotta, Atsuko - Illustrations of animals in oils and watercolours. Humanities Media Interface Project (HUMI) - Pursues research in the field of digital bibliography, digitizes rare books and manuscripts, and creates image databases. Hyoda, Jiro - Oil painter from Osaka featuring paintings of Japanese landscapes, seascapes, flowers, and figures. Ichida, Kyo - Contains 3D images of furniture, object, ice cream, etc. Idemitsu, Mako (b. 1940) Iijima, Takashi - Works of 3D character animation, and more. Ikeda, Kei - A gallery of landscapes of some countries, northern lights, and solar eclipses. Immortal Geisha - Presents history and traditions of geisha, including notes on the differences between geiko and maiko, the stages of a maiko's training, and geisha makeup and hairstyles. Immortal Geisha also features 1917 Miyako Odori (Cherry Dance) programmes from Kyoto. Imperial Family of Japan - Unofficial site about the Emperor and members of the Imperial Family. Inomata, Hirofumi - Panoramic photographs of Japanese scenes with QuickTime movies files. InterCommunication Center - Aims to promote dialogue between science, technology, art, and culture. Interesting Japanese Stories - Fascinating tales of betrayal, revenge and redemption, mostly from Japan's turbulent Meiji Era. International Artists Center - Contributing to world peace through artist exchanges, in memory of the bombing of Hiroshima. Also in Japanese. International Furniture Fair Tokyo (IFFT) - Furniture design event inaugurated in 1979 featuring furniture and interior design exhibitors from all over the world. International Snow Sculpture Japan Association - Organisation dedicated to snow sculpting in Japan and around the world. With information about snow sculpting competitions, including photos of prize-winning sculptures. In English and Japanese. Internet Photo Magazine Japan - Updated monthly; site has event news, galleries, and a directory of photographic suppliers in Japan. Introduction to the History of Bunraku - By Matthew Johnson. Iris Chang's Errors in 'The Rape of Nanking' - Questions some of the information reported by Iris Chang in The Rape of Nanking. Includes population, burial, and historical evidence. Ishikawa, Yoshio - Japanese designer of jewellery and clothing. Israelites Came To Ancient Japan - Theories about how things in Japan have relation to the ten lost tribes of Israel. Itami, Jun Iwasaki, Takako - Site has samples of her work. Will paint commisioned portraits. James Joyce Parlour Japan, The - Also offers the Abiko Quarterly, a publication devoted to Finnegans Wake studies, literature, poetry, and art. Japan Tattoo Institute - Organisation devoted to preserving and encouraging the traditional Japanese art of hand-tattooing known as tebori. Japan-Guide.com: Samurai - Basic historical information on the members of the military class, the Japanese warriors. JapanCorner: Geisha - Offers unique details about traditional geisha culture in Japan, the form of arts and entertainment including nihon-buyoh, shamisen, sadoh, ikebana, and more. Includes a short history of geisha and maiko, images of kimono patterns and geisha makeup, as well as a glossary of related terms. Japanese Army's Atrocities - Nanjing Massacre - Online archive of historical documents related to the Nanjing Massacre. Japanese Art and Western influence - Showing and discussing Japanese Art and Craft objects that were made with Western influence in the last 300 years. Japanese Aviation & Military Web Ring - Association of web sites dedicated to the study of Japanese Aviation & Military history until 1945. Japanese Export Furniture - Examines the production and export of hybrid furniture based on Eastern and Western ideas during the Meiji Period. Japanese Interiors - Discusses the interior design of the Japanese home with articles on furniture, traditional materials, and decorating accessories. Japanese Modern State Formation - Briefly describes the end of the Tokugawa period and the highlights of the Meiji Restoration. Japanese Noh Mask Japanese Old Photographs in Bakumatsu-meiji Period - Searchable archive from Nagasaki University Library. Japanese Paper-Cut Art Japanese Tanks and Vehicles - Photos of Japanese tanks and trucks from World War II. Japanese Tea Ceremony (Chaji) - Describes this ceremony which includes both tea and a meal. Japanese Text Initiative of the Universities of Virginia and Pittsburgh - Texts of classical Japanese literature, accompanied by English translations where possible; intended as a resource for scholars and students. Japanese Theatre - Timeline of Noh, Kyogen, Bunraku, and Kabuki theatre forms, with pictures of Japanese masks. Japanese War Crimes JapaneseGirl.info - Explore early 1900's vintage postcards featuring traditional Japanese ladies and geishas in black and white and hand-coloured photographs. Discover intricate patterns of painted kimono fabrics and different obi designs. JapanZone: Geisha - Article about geisha culture, the traditional Japanese art-entertainment that thrived in the 17th and 18th centuries, but can still be found today. Provides a history and images of geisha from the past and present. Jazz House Alfie - Jazz club located in Roppongi, Tokyo. Jim Breen's Ukiyo-E Gallery - Contains a print gallery of work by more than 12 famous Japanese Ukiyo-e artists. John Boyd's Home Page: Ukiyo-e - Offers history, image subjects, and associated artworks from the art movement known as Images of the Floating World. John Lennon Museum - Japanese museum established to preserve knowledge of Lennon's music and life. Jumping Generation Big Band - 17-piece band based in Kumamoto, Japan. Kabuki Fact Sheet - Features historical and cultural information about the performing arts of kabuki, a traditional style of theatre that first developed in Japan during the 16th century. Kabuki: Frozen Features in a Floating World - Includes history and glossary. Kanemaru, Kazuya - Contemporary artist. Kansai Area Museums - Guide to museums and other centres of cultural and artistic signifigance. Kansai Digital Archives - Text about and photos of tangible and intangible cultural assets in the Kansai area; focus is on historic temples and shrines. Kansai Event File - Searchable listings of area events. Kanzaki: Chronology of Japan's Fine Arts - Examines the Formative, Asuka, Hakuho, Nara, Heian, Kamakura, and other periods of Japanese art. Kateigaho International Edition - Photo-oriented magazine on Japanese culture, fine arts, music, and food. Kato, Masato - Collection of visual works and many images are combinations of design and digital photography from Japan. Kawakami, Haruki - Online gallery of personal photographs taken in Japan. Kawakubo, Rei - Profile of Rei Kawakubo, the Japanese fashion designer and founder of Comme des Garcons. Kei Takei's Moving Earth - Informal, loosely knit organisation comprising some 14 performers. KI RI E Kimura, Takahiro - Includes paintings of faces, collages, and animation. Kinder Film Festival - Dedicated to children's films from all over the world. Kitajiri - Scenes and flowers in my town. Kobayashi, Norio - Images of Japan. Koji, Furuyama - Featuring sexual and erotic works of Japanese women and couples. Kojima, Jun - Animals in the World of 3DCG - 3D renderings of orca, zebras, wolves, and other animals. Korean Courtiers Observation Mission's Views on Meiji Japan - Describes a Korean delegation's trip to Japan in 1881 and their impression of the government's bunmei kaika (civilization and progress) strategy. Kosemura, Shigeru - Photos of alpine scenes, including Mt.Fuji; also plants and flowers common to Japan. Koyama, Tatsuhito - Online works in Japanese and English. Kunijo Kabuki Ekotoba - Exhibit of an illustrated manuscript of a classical Kabuki play. From the Kyoto University Library. Kurashiki - Information and movies on sightseeing, city history, historical quarter, events, crafts, and more. Details provided for the Museum of Folk Craft, the Ohara Museum of Art, and Japanese Rural Toy Museum. Kuronuma, Yasushi - Paintings with watercolour. Kyo Kotoba - Lessons in the Kyoto dialect. Kyoko88% - Japanese theatrical costume designer; mainstay of work is for Butoh. Kyoto National Museum - Repository of Japanese and East Asian art. Extensive site includes detailed images, articles for children, and online exhibitions. Kyoto Restaurant Project - Restaurant directory developed by the students of Kyoto Sangyo University. Kyoto University Museum - Maintains cultural, natural and technological historical collections. Kyoto University Photo Club - Info on exhibits and events, online gallery and links to other student photo cluns in Japan. Kyuba no Michi: The Way of Horse and Bow - Covers the origins of the samurai, Bushido, traditional weapons, and art as well as quotes and stories of famous samurai. Kyushu Institute of Design Liquid Karma - Band from Okinawa, Japan; site features info, E-Mail and pictures. Machida, Yoshio - Features ambient noise and photobatik from the Tokyo based artist. Includes exhibition details, news, and gallery. Made in Tokyo - Presents information on "very Tokyo" buildings, which give priority to efficiency and utility, including name, location, and description. Making History: Meiji Japan and the West - Describes the West's opinion of Meiji imperialism from the annexation of the Kingdom of the Ryukyus in 1879 to the annexation of Korea in 1910. Mandara, Wakaran - Features computer generated models of faces. In Japanese. Mari-chan - Japanese character artist and illustrator. Marine Messe Fukuoka - Exhibition and convention hall. Masa Oka Matsumoto, Hiroshi - Features dogs and bears, abstract, landscape, and still life work. Matsumoto, Kazuo - Pictures of Japanese women and temples. Matsumoto, Yuko - Author of Japanese modern literature. Profile, bibliography; overviews of novels and books about feminism, sexuality, SF, the environment, and L.M. Montgomery. Meiji Jingu Shrine - Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Includes history, photographs, and guide to the memorial and its gardens. Meiji Period, The - Uses text, photographs, and illustrations to describe the evolution of Japan from a feudal society to a world power during the reign of the Emperor Meiji, 1868-1912. Meiji Period: Satsuma Rebellion - Describes the events that led Saigo Takamori to resign from the government and become the leader of the seven-month rebellion, also known as the Seinan War and the War of the Southwest. Meiji Restoration/Revolution - Provides an overview of Meiji-era economic reforms and photos of its leaders, including Emperor Meiji, Ito Hirobumi, Matsukata Masayoshi, and Kido Takayoshi. MetroActive News & Issues: The Rape of Nanking - Interview with author Iris Chang about her book The Rape of Nanking and her work trying to bring details of Japanese war crimes in China to light. Microcosm of Noh: Hana and Yugen - An introduction to the theatre form through interviews and related information. Militarism, Colonialism, and the Trafficking of Women: Comfort Women Forced into Sexual Labor for Japanese Soldiers - From the Bulletin of Concerned Asian Scholars. Military Sexual Slavery by Japan - Includes reports and pictures of the victims. Million Dollar Quartet - Host to an array of colour graphics, paintings, photographs and other arty things Japanese. Mint Bureau Miss Universe Japan - Includes application, schedule of events, and photos of the winner. Also in Japanese. Mitsuyoshi, Syunji - Scientist, architect, and sculptor. Miyazaki, Manabu - Author of books including, "The Road To The Hell is Cluttered With Stupid Justice," and Toppamono - The Story of My Life." Mizna, Wada - Showcases funny and kitsch illustrations. Mizna, Wada - Features the artist's illustrations, graphic design, cards, animation, and cartoons with a unique Japanese perspective. Mizutani, Norimichi - Practices Shodo, or Japanese calligraphy. Modern History Sourcebook: Okuma: From Fifty Years of New Japan, 1907-08 - Excerpt from Shigenobu Okuma's chronicle of Japan's progress towards modernization. Modern History Sourcebook: The Nanking Massacre - 1937 Mori, Hanae - Profile of Hanae Mori, the Japanese haute couture designer. Museum Information Japan Museum Links - Worldwide index of museum Web sites, with an emphasis on Japan. Museum Meiji-mura - Open-air museum preserving and exhibiting Japanese architecture of the Meiji period (1868-1912). Includes map, photos, and visitor information. Museum of Art, Kochi - Information on hours, exhibitions, and workshops. Musical Plays Information in Japan - Contains information on current musical theatre performances in Japan. Nagai, Takahisa - Shots of the Tokyo Bay Area, resorts, and flowers; also travelogues and photo-related links. Nagakute Cultural Center - Includes an outline of the facilities, photos, and more. Nagasaki in the Meiji Restoration - Examines the relationship between the Choshu statesman Kido Takayoshi and the British arms merchant Thomas Blake Glover. Nagauta - Nagauta is Kabuki's back ground music. Nagoya City Art Museum - Features predominantly contemporary and modern works. Nagoya Musume Kabuki - All-female Kabuki troupe formed in 1983. Nagoya TV Ukiyo-e Museum - Collects the work of Hokkusai Katushika, Kunisada Utagawa, Hiroshige Utagawa, and Yoshitoshi Tsukioka. Nagoya/Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Sister museum of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA). Nakaaoto Elementary School - Online student gallery from this school in Tokyo; represents grade levels one through six. Nakajima, Jun - Features photos taken with Leica cameras and user information for the cameras. Nanjing Incident: Recent Research and Trends - From the Electronic Journal of Contemporary Japanese Studies. April 2002 article by David Askew. Nanjing Massacre Record - Provides a graphic account of the Nanjing Massacre, including photos and a translation of a historical record from Nanjing University. Nanking 1937 - Exhibition marking the 60th anniversary of the Nanking Massacre. Nanking Atrocities, The - Academic reference written in 2000 that documents the history of the massacre. Nanking Tragedy - Offers Japanese and Chinese perspectives on the massacre and rape at Nanking. Also includes biography of John Rabe. Naoshima Cultural Village - Situated on an island in the Inland Sea and home to camping grounds and Benesse House, a fine arts museum that is also a hotel. National Museum of Japanese History - Also known as the Rekihaku. Includes overview of exhibits and museum guide. Nazi War Criminal Records Interagency Working Group (IWG) - From the National Archives and Records Administration. Oversees U.S. documents declassified under the Nazi War Crimes Disclosure Act, as well as Japanese Imperial Government records. Neon Sight - E-zine featuring creative news and creators in Tokyo. New National Theater - Home to opera, ballet, and other performances. Has a full-service restaurant. Nezu Institute of Fine Arts - Collection includes paintings, calligraphy, sculpture, ceramics, textiles and archaeological materials, as well as objects in lacquer, metal, wood and Buddhist art. Ninomiya, Takanori - Pictures from Thailand, Japan, and Bali. Nishimoto, Tamotsu - Oils, wax drawings, copper corrosion illustrations. Noh Dancing - Origins of the form, and information about the Noh event and dancing. Noh Mask - Collection of over 80 historical character masks. Noh Mask Gallery - Photos of Noh masks created by artist Toshizane. Noh Plays - Japanese texts and English Translations of a series of texts of thirteen Noh dramas from the medieval period. NOVA: Sinking the Supership - Interactive site to accompany the PBS NOVA television documentary which chronicles the tragic World War II story of the Yamato, the largest battleship ever built. Ogasawara - Historical and genealogical information on the surname which was descended from the 56th Japanese emperor, Emperor Seiwa. Ogre, Yoko - Tokyo-based illustrator's portfolio. Also features movie-stories for children and children at heart. Ogura, Yuichi - Photos taken by a native of Fukuoka, Japan. Ohara School of Ikebana - Offering training in the Moribana and Heika forms of Ikebana. Oka, Satoshi - DMakos Gallery - Japanese landscapes, portraits, candid photography, and more; photos taken with Leica and Rollei cameras. Okinawan Wall Paintings - A collection of wall-painting art in Okinawa, Japan. Okubo, Masaji - Showcases glazed pottery made in the traditional Japanese style and gives the artist's profile. Also in Japanese. Okuyuki's Stereo Photo Gallery - Aerial photos, landscapes, flowers, fireworks, figures, and more. Old Stories of Japan Organization of the Imperial and Satsuma Armies, The - Details the structure, equipment, and personnel of the competing forces. Origins of the Samurai - Describes the development of the warrior class from the 4th through the 8th centuries. Osaka Aquarium - Authentically recreates the diverse environments found along the Pacific Ocean's Ring of Fire. Located on the waterfront at Tempozan. Osamu Dazai's Temple "Unshoji" - On the temple visited by the author in his youth, plus a brief chronology of the writer. Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum: A Cultural Monument - One traveller's account of the comics and animation museum in Takarazuka, Japan. Ota, Genichiro - Black and white images taken in China and Tokyo. Other Holocaust: Nanjing Massacre, Unit 731, Unit 100, Unit 516 - Outlines various WWII atrocities. Paper Museum - Preserves the traditions and ways of making Tosa-shi (washi from Tosa). Site offers information on the history, processes, and uses of washi. Performing Arts - Offers information on the traditional Japanese performing arts, including Kabuki theatre, Noh and Kyogen dance, Bunraku Puppet theatre, and other forms of Japanese music and dance. From the Virtual Museum of Japanese Arts. Performing Arts Network Japan - Features an overview of performing arts in the country, including a calendar of events, theatre and dance news, international presenters, and a good index of links to related arts organisations. Provided by the Japan Foundation, in Japanese and English. Photographic Views of Meiji: A Portrait of Old Japan - Gallery of hand-coloured photographs from the 1870s and 1880s by Felice Beato, Raimund von Stillfried, and Kusakabe Kimbei. PhotoGuide Japan - Profiles of Japanese photographers, photo gallery guide, and other features. PhotoHistory - Chronological history of photography in Japan. PingMag - Tokyo-based magazine about graphic design and making things. Planet Tokyo: Eating in Tokyo - Reviews broken down by type of cuisine. Political Development in the Meiji Period - Highlights changes to Japanese politics and culture including the resurgence of imperial power, the adoption of some Western customs, economic and educational reforms, and an expansionist foreign policy. Portraits of Modern Japanese Historical Figures - Presents portrait photographs of statesmen, government officials, military officers, businessmen, scholars, and artists who had an impact on building modern Japanese society. From the National Diet Library. Praemium Imperiale - Commemorative organisation of the Japan Art Association dedicated to honouring artists without regard to national boundaries or racial differences. Premodern History of Odawara, A - From pre-modern times to the beginning of the Meiji era. Rakugo in English USA Tour Rakugo: universal laughter - By Tim Ryan of the Star-Bulletin. Ramen Museum - A shrine to my favour... the most commonly eaten food in my home. Rape of Nanking: An Undeniable History in Photographs - A photographic history of the Japanese invasion of China, in particular the massacres in Nanking. By James Yin and Shi Young. Reader's Guide to the Arts of Japan - Updated bibliography with informative descriptions of numerous publications on Japanese art; by Sylvan Barnet and William Burto. Realtokyo - Bilingual Tokyo culture web magazine with information on art, music, film and events. Rekishi Kaido - A bridge to Japanese history and culture for the Kansai area. Restaurants - Features ethnic, Indian, French, and Italian establishments. Rex's Home Page - Explores a variety of Japanese tattoos. Also in Japanese. Rose & Crown - Victorian-style traditional English pub. Saito, Norihisa - Japanese oil painter and member of the Shutai Art Association displaying his works from 1995 to the present day. Sakai, Isao - Abstract paintings devoted to the various colours. Sakazume, Katsuyuki - Includes a gallery of the artist's works. Sakurai, Tomokazu - Specialises in colourful contemporary depictions of cats and women. Salon Du Chocolat - International chocolate show featuring world-class exhibitors, chef demonstrations, chocolate fashion, gifts, activities for children, and more. Also in French. Samrat - Serving traditional Indian dishes cooked by Indian chefs. Branches in Shibuya, Roppongi, Shinjuku, Ueno, and Kichijoji. Samurai Archives - Includes history of the Japanese samurai warriors and battles. Sapporo Art Park - Open-air exhibition of sculptures, indoor galleries, art studios, and events. In English and Japanese. Sapporo Restaurants & Nightlife Sapporo Snow Festival - Annual celebration featuring hundreds of ice sculptures in Sapporo, Japan. With tourist and traveller information, a history of the festival, and tips on constructing a snow statue. In English and Japanese. Sato, Asahi Sato, Jun-Ichi - microtopographic web - Features pinhole and digital exhibits. Sato, Takumi - Profile, works, and more. Satsuma Rebellion in Japan 1877 - Capsule summary of the last and most serious challenge to Meiji authority. Schauwecker's Guide to Japan: Japanese Emperors Schauwecker's Guide to Japan: Edo Period - Recites the chronology of Edo period from 1603 - 1867. Schauwecker's Guide to Japan: History - Features an overview and descriptions of the different periods of Japanese history. Schauwecker's Guide: Meiji Period (1868-1912) - Basic overview of the era with links to further resources. Seiciro - Introduces many beautiful and interesting places in Japan. Sekidera Komachi - Translation of the Noh theatre piece about Ono no Komachi. Seo, Yoshihide - The Space of Appearance. Black and white portraits and more taken in Japan. Shimizu, Yuko - Fashion and editorial illustrator for major magazines. Shino's Bar - Communication spot for contemporary artists, where fine wine and spirits are served and guests can enjoy wit and conversation; its location is unknown, and it does not always open. Shintani, Koichi - Black and white portraiture and snapshots. Short Shorts Film Festival - Annual short film festival in Japan and Los Angeles featuring films from around the world. South Korean Atomic Bomb Victims - Introduces civic activities which support South Korean atomic bomb victims. Status of the Emperor - Considers how the Emperor's role changed with the post-War constitution. Stereo Photo Gallery - Includes anaglyphs, cross and parallel views, with instructions on how to view, and more. Stonefield's - Friendly country & western bar in the heart of Tokyo. Suminagashi - One of the oldest forms of the art of paper marbling, originating in Japan. Sunada, Yuzuru - Cycling photographer. Offers biography, gallery, and more. Suntory Hall - Premier concert hall. Includes concert calendar, main hall seating arrangement, and transportation options. Suntory Museum of Art - Taking as its theme "beauty in everyday life," the Museum has concentrated on collecting and showing the arts and crafts of old Japan, including paintings, ceramics, lacquerware, textiles, and glassware. Suzuki, Hirotaka - Creator of sculpture in the human body blocking style and George Segal tradition. Tachi, Katsuo - Contemporary painter who gropes for "the way of the image". Tada, Hiroto - Includes photos of cities in Japan, China, Korea, Colombia, and Peru. Taiko Center - Offers taiko classes, and sells taiko drums, videos and books. Takahashi, Eiki - Colour and black and white photos taken with a Minox camera. Takata, Mitsuaki - Dive Deep - Super-micro photography from Okinawa: coral and other tiny creatures, fish, fish fins, and more. Takuji, Kuwana - The Snapshots - Shutterbug who works at Narita Airport near Tokyo, specialising in flight attendant portraiture. Gallery frequently updated and archived. Takuma, Kunihiro - Galleries include flowers, number plates, painted matter, and city lights at night. Tasaki, Takesi - Freelance digital graphic creator from Japan showcasing intense collages and CD cover art with original eerie sounds. Tavern, The - English pub in Yokohama, meeting place for foreigners, fun web site with some cool effects. TeaHyakka - Bilingual magazine examining the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. The Hellships of World War II - Information, photos, and links. The Nanking Incident As I See It - Historian Akira Nakamura argues that the story of the Nanjing Massacre is one of the biggest lies ever told in history. Theatre Zinjanthropusboisei - Information on shows and company. In Japanese. Theodore Roosevelt: The Threat of Japan - 1909 letter from Roosevelt to the incoming Secretary of State concerning his thoughts about Japanese immigrants to America and American relations with Japan. Thormann, Imre - Performs and teaches Butoh in Japan and Europe. Tiger Pub - Pub and bar featuring music and dancing. Tins Hall - The original "Damn Fine Bar" located just a few minutes from Tennoji station. Celebrates the holidays with special events. Tobacco and Salt Museum - Permananent exhibitions include the history of tobacco, Japanese tobacco pipes, and salt production and resources. Tohoku University of Art & Design - The TUAD (Tohoku University of Art & Design) was founded in 1992 with the aim of fusing art and engineering. Tokion - Japanese music, fashion, art, and comics. Tokyo Classical Music Guide for Travelers Tokyo Comedy - Information on events, venues, improv comedy workshops, and more. Tokyo Journal: Clubs & Bars Tokyo Journal: Dining - Capsule reviews of eateries in the metropolitan area. Tokyo Meltdown's Food Page - Dining guide with mini-reviews and breakdow