Japanese Politics

In Special Duty, Richard J. Samuels dissects the fascinating history of the intelligence community in Japan. Looking at the impact of shifts in the strategic environment, technological change, and past failures, he probes the reasons why Japan has endured such a roller-coaster ride when it comes to intelligence gathering and analysis, and concludes that the ups and downs of the past century - combined with growing uncertainties in the regional security environment - have convinced Japanese leaders of the critical importance of striking balance between power and insight.

Dive into the mystical world of ancient Japan and uncover its incredible deities, mythical creatures, and heroic tales, even if you're new to folklore! Are you fascinated by Japan's rich culture and history?Discover captivating tales of Shinto gods, Yōkai, and legendary heroes that shape Japan's cultural heritage.

Beginning students in Japanese martial arts, such as karate, judo, aikido, iaido, kyudo, and kendo, learn that when they are in the dojo (the practice space), they must don their practice garb with ritual precision, address their teacher and senior students in a specific way, and follow certain unwritten but deeply held codes of behavior. But very soon they begin to wonder about the meaning behind the traditions, gear, and relationships in the dojo.

Who knew the path to enlightenment could start with a cup of tea? Learn the hidden significance behind the deceptively simple Zen tea ceremony - one which can lead directly to Buddhahood and its absolute truth. D.T. Suzuki, once Japan's leading authority on Zen Buddhism, describes the tearoom and the tea ceremony and explains the guiding principles of harmony, reverence, purity, and tranquility.

The Japanese wisdom of chowa (pronounced like power) offers a fresh approach to being, showing us how to create space and symmetry at work, at home, and in our relationships. Chowa is an ancient philosophy and set of practices that enable us to discover what matters most in our individual lives, and help us transform our way of thinking about ourselves and others.

「５％の優秀な人間」のシンプルな成功法則。

国家、貨幣、企業……虚構が他人との協力を可能にし、文明をもたらした！

Looking for greater peace and satisfaction? Look no further than the Japanese concept of ukeireru, or acceptance. Psychologist Scott Haas offers an elegant, practical, and life-changing look at ways we can reduce anxiety and stress and increase overall well-being.

嫉妬感情にまつわる物語には事欠かない。古典から現代劇まで、あるいは子どものおとぎ話から落語まで、この感情は人間のおろかさと不合理を演出し、物語に一筋縄ではいかない深みを与えることで…

大増量150ページ!! 65万部突破のベストセラー歴史本、満を持して、待望の文庫化!黒船来航により、二百六十五年にもわたる江戸時代が終わりを告げた。明治維新というかつてない劇的な変革に

The Book of Tea (1906) by Okakura Kakuzō is a long essay which examines the role of chadō (Teaism) in the aesthetic and cultural aspects of Japanese life. The author explains Teaism as “a philosophy founded on the adoration of the beautiful among the sordid facts of everyday existence”. Originally written in English for a western audience, the essay deals with the spiritual traditions of Zen and Taoism, as well as the secular side of tea in Japanese life.

Según los japoneses, todos tenemos un motivo para existir, es decir, un ikigai. Algunas personas lo encuentran con más facilidad, y otras aún siguen en su búsqueda. Hay también quienes viven su ikigai pero sin saberlo, y por lo tanto, sin la oportunidad de desarrollarlo en todo su esplendor.

Omoiyari is the philosophy of selfless compassion. This is the audiobook to help you see the beauty in omoiyari and bring harmony into your own life. All simply by bringing happiness into the lives of others. Understanding the foundations of omoiyari will give an even greater sense of embodiment and appreciation. From the main branch omoi and kirei to omakase, this book breaks down the principles of omoiyari to boost your comprehension and in turn your attainment. Have a listen and see if you can bring omoiyari into your life, and make your own happiness.

なぜいつまでも仲良くなれないのか？なぜアメリカはイスラエルの味方か？ユダヤ、キリスト、イスラムの「神」は同じか？誰も書けなかった複雑な過去を抱えるパレスチナ問題の真実。

暇とは何か。人間はいつから退屈しているのだろうか。答えに辿り着けない人生の問いと対峙するとき、哲学は大きな助けとなる。著者の導きでスピノザ、ルソー、ニーチェ、ハイデッガーなど先人たちの叡智を読み解けば、知の樹海で思索する喜びを発見するだろう。

芥川賞作家でもある著者の、禅的生活のエッセイ集。独特の視点で語られる「禅の世界」を味わってみませんか?


この本は、臨済宗妙心寺派福聚寺の副住職であり、芥川賞作家でもある玄侑和尚が雑誌・新聞等に掲載した短いエッセイをまとめたものです。

以前訪れた動物園の水槽で、ヌボーッと佇んでいたサンショウウオ。
その何をするでもないが、仄かな明るさを纏った彼(彼女?)の姿と、
「八風吹けど動ぜず」という禅の言葉が、和尚の中でリンクしたのです。
それ以来、和尚の中にはある種憧れのようなサンショウウオが一匹住み始めました。

もうひとつ禅の言葉で、「放下(ほうげ)」というものがあります。
一瞬ごとに「今」という一瞬が死に、新しく次の「今」という一瞬がやってくる。
悲しみや怒りの時間を捨て、新たに展開した笑顔の時間を人は生きるのです。

和尚は、「新しい一瞬一瞬を重ね塗りせず生きていくから、
いつまでたってもその色合いは鮮やかであり、明るい」と説きます。

自分だけのサンショウウオを飼いながら、人生をゆらり、どっしり、たまにはテキパキと、鼻歌でも歌いながら明るい人生を過ごしましょう。

Euphemistically labeled as the "Water Supply and Prophylaxis Administration" and "HippoEpizootic Administration" of the Imperial Japanese Army, Unit 731 and Unit 100, as well as their subsidiary branches, performed human experimentation on the innocents under the leadership of Dr. Ishii Shiro. Although the exact number of victims is unclear since the Japanese destroyed most of the evidence at the end of the war, but it ranged from 3,000-250,000 innocent men, women, and children.

平気でウソをつき、罪悪感ゼロ……そんな「あの人」の脳には秘密があった！

「神社って、何のためにあるの?」「最強の神様はアマテラスなの?」「犬や猫の神社があるってホント?」など、素朴な疑問形式で神社のキホンを余すところなく解説。

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