Nanban Look


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New Blog: Nanban Look

Nanban Look talks of the photographic records of a Portuguese in 21st century Japan, highlighting aspects of particular historical and cultural importance to a country which was first brought into contact with the Western eye in 1543 with the arrival of the first Portuguese (or nanbanjin).

About this Japan blogger

“The author is a Portuguese researcher resident in Kyoto, currently undertaking his studies at Kyoto University. Whenever possible, he appreciates traveling both to the countryside and to major urban areas in order to get in touch with distinctive features of Japanese culture.”

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One Response to “Nanban Look”

  1. That’s why it is so difficult to explain in a few words why people will travel world of wonders.
    Thanks you for interesting post 😉

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