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Japan's Gosashi tomb opened to scholars

Fri, 16 May 2008 09:39:32 -0400

A 5th century royal Japanese tomb has been made accessible to scholars for research and study for the first time. Koji Takahashi, a Toyama University archaeologist, was one of the experts allowed into the Gosashi tomb, which "is revered as the resting place of Empress Jingu, the semi-legendary wife of the country's 14th emperor."

Momote Shiki: Japanese Archery Ritual

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:03:50 -0400

Those interested in medieval Japanese archery will want to take a look at the OhmyNews website which has a feature on Momote Shiki: Japanese Archery Ritual including photos and a film clip.

Early 17th century Japanese village discovered in Cambodia

Sat, 1 Mar 2008 11:16:45 -0500

Researchers working on a site near Phnom Penh in Cambodia believe they have discovered the remains of a Japanese village dating to the 17th century. Artifacts found include ceramics and kilns.

[MID] Clancy Day

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 19:44:35 -0500

Start: 2008/04/05 - 10:00

End: 2008/04/05 - 20:00

Timezone: US/Michigan

description:
Clancy Returns to Japan Hosted by Starleaf Gate and the Barony of Roaring Wastes At the Hazel Park Recreation Center 620 W Woodward Heights Hazel Park, MI 48030

5th of April, 2008 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Site Fee:
6 and under: FREE
6 to 12: $5.00
0ver 12: $8.00
Non-Member Fee: $3.00
$1.00 off if you come in Japanese garb.
Feast: $12.00 per person.

Feast will feature authentic Japanese cuisine, including: (No Fish)

Location:
Shire of Starleaf Gate (Hazel Park, Michigan)

Errant Knight Jewellery

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 22:09:23 -0500

Errant Knight offers stunning hand-made authentic artefact replicas including court belts, sword and armour belts and jewelry. All items are thoroughly researched to ensure historical accuracy.visit Errant Knight Jewellery

Sale of Samurai swords banned in Great Britain

Wed, 2 Jan 2008 08:03:50 -0500

"In the wrong hands, samurai swords are dangerous weapons," Home Office Minister Vernon Coaker said recently on the announcement by the British government that it would ban the sale of the swords.

Marco Polo's Zipangu really the Philippines?

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 21:25:49 -0400

A new study by author Setsuko Matoba proposes the theory that the island of Zipangu made famous in The Travels of Marco Polo may not have been Japan, as believed, but the Philippines.

Taiko drumming in Pittsburgh

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 13:45:11 -0400

The Asian Studies Center of the University of Pittsburgh will present Japanese Taiko Drumming on Saturday October 13, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room, WPU. The concert is free and open to the public.

How the Barony of the Far West Was Won

Wed, 3 Oct 2007 10:04:46 -0400

Lord William Featherstone, wandering jester and herald, relates a tale of valor and victory at the tournament to determine the Baron and Baroness of the Palantine Barony of the Far West.

[WES] Michaelmas Feast

Tue, 2 Oct 2007 09:33:45 -0400

Start: 2007/10/13 - 10:00

End: 2007/10/13 - 22:00

Timezone: US/Alaska

description:
The leaves are falling, the air is getting colder; soon the Gates of Winter shall open once again. Come join in a day of revelry and feasting in Winter's Gate as we celebrate the autumn splendor and the coming of winter.

There will be an adultclass on Japanese Temari (Please RSVP by October 8th if you wish to take this class!! Just email the autocrat please). There will also be two kids' classes, one on Viking braids taught by Lady Gwyneth

Location:
Barony of Winter's Gate (North Pole, Alaska)

New Palatine Baron of the Far West, Lord Vail Visconti

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:20:26 -0400

Lady Katherine reports and shares photos from the recent Tournament for the Palatine Baronial Coronet of the Far West which took place September 15, 2007 at Camp Zama, Tokyo, Japan.

Otsukimi: A Japanese Moon Viewing Festival

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:32:36 -0400

Start: 2007/10/20 - 09:00

End: 2007/10/20 - 21:00

Timezone: US/Central

description:
The College of Tor Aerie is hosting Otsukimi, a Japanese Moon Viewing Festival, set in the Sengoku Era (1467-1573). Come learn about Medieval Japan, enjoy activities and food.

Questions? Contact event autocrat Elizabeth Upton (ester030@umn.edu).

St. Christopher's Episcopal Church
Saturday, October 20th 2007
Gate Opens: 9:00am and Site Closes: 9:00pm

Location:
College of Tor Aerie (Roseville, Minnesota)

Researcher discovers 6th century Japanese irrigation system

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 12:02:13 -0400

A retired civil engineer has written a report on a 6th and 7th century irrigation system in the in Osaka Prefecture. Kazuo Takatsu spent 15 years on the report, which chronicles a system to collect rain water.

Japanese Kimono & Hakama Sewing Class

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:26:14 -0400

Start: 2007/07/21 - 10:00

End: 2007/07/22 - 20:00

Timezone: US/Pacific

description:
On July 21st-22nd, Mistress Ella Gajewi von Pommern will be teaching a sewing class on Japanese Kimono and Hakama. The costumes are planned for our Fettburg's Midsummer Feast on August 18th, which is going to be a traditional Japanese Feast.

Japanese Kimono & Hakama Sewing Class

July 21 -22, 2007

United Lutheran Church
649 Northgate Drive, Manteca

SATURDAY CLASS 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location:
Barony of Fettburg (Manteca, California)

Avalon recreates Middle Ages in Japan

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 09:35:03 -0400

Sir Guy of Warrior's Gate in Korea reports on a medieval recreation group in Japan called Avalon.