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To know oneself is the central purpose of life. Being a method of perception, the state of mind resulting from the meditative act is a means of knowing oneself. It is not the only one. There are four main states of consciousness: ordinary waking consciousness, dreaming sleep, deep sleep and the meditative state. The first is characterised by the self focused outward, the second by the self focused on inner thoughts, the third by the self free of all perception and the last by the self focused on the self. Only in this fourth state is direct knowledge of the self possible, and the cessation of the division between subject and object seen. Only meditation, or the fourth state of Consciousness, permits perception and direct knowledge of the Self. The Subject observes the Subject. In the other three states, the Subject can only observe objects. The fourth state of consciousness, which occurs during meditation, is scientifically confirmed, since it has its own particular physiology, which differentiates it from the other three states.

This book explores how two early modern and two modern Japanese writers - Yosa Buson (1716-83), Ema Saiko (1787-1861), Masaoka Shiki (1867-1902), and Natsume Soseki (1867-1916) - experimented with the poetic artifice afforded by the East Asian literati (bunjin) tradition, a repertoire of Chinese and Japanese poetry and painting. Their experiments generated a poetics of irony that transformed the lineaments of lyric expression in literati culture and advanced the emergence of modern prose poetry in Japanese literature. Through rigorous close readings, this study changes our understanding of the relationship between lyric form and the representation of self, sense, and feeling in Japanese poetic writing from the late eighteenth through the early twentieth century. The book aims to reach a broad audience, including specialists in East Asian Studies, Anglophone literary studies, and Comparative Literature. 

Se ti sei mai sentito attratto dai racconti di Y¿kai, divinità e guerrieri leggendari che permeano la ricca cultura del Giappone, e ti sei mai chiesto da dove queste intriganti figure traggono le loro origini, "Mitologia Giapponese: Un'Epica Avventura nel Cuore delle Tradizioni Millenarie" è il viaggio che fa per te. Questo libro è la risposta perfetta alla tua curiosità sulla mitologia e il pensiero giapponese.Le pagine di questo volume ti trasportano attraverso le affascinanti leggende del Sol Levante, esplorando avvincenti narrazioni che hanno plasmato l'identità culturale di un paese conosciuto per la sua bellezza mozzafiato e la sua storia millenaria. È un viaggio non solo attraverso lo spazio, ma anche nel tempo, dalla nascita mitologica delle isole giapponesi alle moderne interpretazioni delle loro leggende.Incontrerai figure leali e coraggiose come Momotaro e Benkei, e scoprirai le avventure che li hanno resi leggendari. Sarai affascinato dai temuti Y¿kai, creature soprannaturali di singolare bizzarria, come il malizioso Kappa, demone d'acqua, e la bellissima Yuki-onna, la donna delle nevi. Tra l'altro scoprirai come queste storie continuano a vibrare nelle festività contemporanee.Il volume in questione non solo fornisce una panoramica dettagliata di un affascinante aspetto della cultura giapponese, ma si pone anche come una guida ideale per chi, come te, desidera approfondire la comprensione di un paese in cui passato e presente si intrecciano in un'armonia unica. Un paese fatto di contraddizioni e prospettive uniche.Attraverso questo libro, vivrai esperienze uniche come: L'immersione nelle storie epiche che raccontano la nascita mitologica delle isole giapponesi. L'incontro con le celebri divinità mitologiche e gli spiriti del Giappone, scoprendo chi sono, le loro leggende e storie. La scoperta di altri miti e leggende del Giappone, dove gli insegnamenti e le filosofie, compresi concetti come l'Ikigai, vengono spiegati in dettaglio. La possibilità di avventurarti nelle gesta dei valorosi eroi giapponesi. L'esplorazione delle festività giapponesi, per capire come le antiche storie continuano a influenzare le celebrazioni contemporanee. Un finale che lega tutte le scoperte, offrendoti considerazioni approfondite.Dulcis in fundo, esplorerai le filosofie intrinseche alla cultura giapponese, come l'Ikigai, la ricerca di un senso di vita, e il Mono no Aware, il profondo coinvolgimento emozionale verso la magnificenza della natura e l'esistenza dell'essere umano. Attraverso aneddoti e storie, queste antiche saggezze vengono rese vivide e applicabili alla tua vita quotidiana.Oltrepassare il portale mistico e immergerti nelle profondità di un mondo sconosciuto è a portata di mano. Apri questo libro e lasciati cullare dalle correnti del mito giapponese, un'avventura che ti illumina e arricchisce ad ogni pagina.

Nisshin was from the generation of Nichiren disciples that had no direct connection with the founder or those who did. Only his teacher Nichiei was a disciple of someone who knew a person who actually met Nichiren. He was thus detached from any sort of direct relationship, yet in the XV century the presence of Nichiren was still very tangible. As other charismatic leaders in the Muromachi period, such as Sh¿jin'in Nichiry¿ and Genmy¿'in Nichij¿, Nisshin was greatly inspired by Nichiren's endeavors and those of other disciples who did not spare their efforts to emulate him. Nisshin tonsured within the Nakayama lineage and his formative years were indeed under the aegis of this tradition, where he became very inspired by the actions of J¿gy¿'in Nichiy¿, the third abbot of Hokeky¿-ji. Nichiei as well as the fourth and fifth abbots at Hokeky¿-ji have been very important for his upbringing as their own relationship to Nichiren was still concrete, albeit not direct. They had met a disciple of someone who actually knew Nichiren as it was the case of Nichiy¿, a disciple of Nichik¿ who trained at Minobu directly under Nichiren. The level of inspiration was still huge and even if the legends about Nisshin's ordeals were probably produced post-facto by his successors, he was definitively an iconic and charismatic preacher.

Penguin delivers you to the front lines of The Pacific Theater with the real-life stories behind the HBO miniseries.Former Marine and Pacific War veteran Robert Leckie tells the story of the invasion of Okinawa, the closing battle of World War II. Leckie is a skilled military historian, mixing battle strategy and analysis with portraits of the men who fought on both sides to give the reader a complete account of the invasion. Lasting 83 days and surpassing D-Day in both troops and material used, the Battle of Okinawa was a decisive victory for the Allies, and a huge blow to Japan. In this stirring and readable account, Leckie provides a complete picture of the battle and its context in the larger war.

Unlock the secrets of Tamagoyaki, the beloved Japanese rolled omelette, with the "Tamagoyaki Cookbook 101." This comprehensive cookbook takes you on a culinary journey, teaching you everything you need to know to master the art of Tamagoyaki and create mouthwatering dishes right in your own kitchen.With its unique sweet and savory taste, Tamagoyaki has become a staple in Japanese cuisine. Now, you can bring the flavors of Japan to your table with over 20 carefully curated recipes that highlight the versatility of Tamagoyaki. From classic variations to creative international twists, this cookbook offers a wide range of culinary possibilities. Learn the essential equipment and ingredients needed to create perfect Tamagoyaki every time. Follow step-by-step instructions for the basic Tamagoyaki technique, and then dive into chapters dedicated to breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers, side dishes, special occasions, vegetarian options, and even kid-friendly creations. Plus, satisfy your sweet tooth with creative Tamagoyaki desserts that will leave you wanting more. Each recipe is thoughtfully crafted to ensure a balance of flavors and textures, and the clear instructions make it easy for both beginners and seasoned cooks to follow along. Discover the joy of transforming simple ingredients into stunning Tamagoyaki dishes that will impress your family and friends. Whether you're seeking a quick and nutritious breakfast, an elegant side dish for a special occasion, or a fun and interactive meal for your kids, the "Tamagoyaki Cookbook 101" has you covered. Elevate your culinary skills and embark on a delightful journey through the flavors of Tamagoyaki.

This book tackles the question of border control in and around imperial Japan in the first half of the twentieth century, with a specific focus on its documentation regime. It explores the institutional development, media and literary discourses, and on[1]the-ground practices of documentary identification in the Japanese empire and the places visited by its subjects. The contributing authors, covering such regions as Korea, Manchuria, Taiwan, Siberia, Australia, and the United States, place the question of individual identity in the eyes of the respective governments in dialogue with the global developments of the identification and mobility control practices. The chapters suggest the importance of focusing more than previously on the narrative of individual identification, not as a tool for creating nation states but as a tool for generating, strengthening, and maintaining asymmetrical relationships between people of different socioeconomic backgrounds who moved in and out of empires. This book joins the effort in the recent scholarship in migration history to highlight experiences of migrants beyond the transatlantic world, and that in East Asian history to investigate the space and connections beyond the boundaries of the nation states. By bringing together the analyses on the trans-Pacific mobility and Japan¿s imperial expansion and its aftermath in East Asia, it shows a complex interplay between state power and moving individuals, two forces whose relationships went far beyond simple competition.Takahiro Yamamoto is Assistant Professor of Cultural Economic History at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Germany. His focus is on the history of modern Japan, especially with regard to its borders, cross-border connections, and human mobility. Prior to coming to Heidelberg, Germany, he was a Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Research Fellow (2016-2017), affiliated with the Graduate Schools of Law and Politics at the University of Tokyo. He has also served as a Global Perspectives on Society Teaching Fellow at New York University Shanghai.

Tauchen Sie ein in die bezaubernde Welt der japanischen Porträts mit dem ultimativen Malbuch "Die unglaublichsten Manga-Porträts".Genieße stundenlange Entspannung und Kreativität mit diesem atemberaubenden Malbuch mit 35 exquisiten Anime- und Manga-Motiven, die du ausmalen kannst. Dieses Malbuch wurde entwickelt, um Erwachsenen, Jugendlichen und Kindern ein umfassendes Erlebnis zu bieten. Bewundern Sie die Schönheit der detaillierten japanischen Kunst und entdecken Sie die perfekte Mischung aus verschiedenen japanischen Genres. Dieses Buch nimmt dich mit auf eine Reise durch wunderbare Fantasiewelten und macht jeden Tag zu etwas ganz Besonderem. Bringen Sie Farbe in Ihr Leben und entdecken Sie die Welt der Anime-Kreaturen mit diesem erstaunlichen Ausmalbuch.Dieses Buch bietet verschlungene und fantasievolle Designs. Egal, ob du ein erfahrener Künstler oder ein absoluter Anfänger bist, das Malbuch "Die unglaublichsten Manga-Porträts" wird dich stundenlang fesseln. Dieses Malbuch ist ein wunderbares Geschenk für Manga-Fans und zeigt die beliebtesten Frauen- und Fantasiefiguren des Genres. Ein ideales Geschenk für Weihnachten, Ostern, Valentinstag, Muttertag, Jahrestage, Geburtstage und jeden anderen besonderen Anlass.Spezifikationen des Malbuchs:¿ 35 entzückende Motive, die nur darauf warten, von Ihnen künstlerisch und kreativ zum Leben erweckt zu werden.¿ Professionelle Qualität der Motive.¿ Jedes Motiv ist einseitig bedruckt, um ein Ausbluten der Farben zu vermeiden.¿ Große Seiten, 20 cm x 25 cm, ermöglichen es Ihnen, sich ganz in das Ausmalen zu vertiefen und zu entspannen.

This book charts the process of civilisation in Japan. Using the theory of civilising processes developed by Norbert Elias, the author examines the complex underlying structural and psychological processes from the seventh century to the twentieth century. Furthermore, by drawing on rich historical data, the author illustrates how these complex processes led the Japanese to see themselves as 'more civilised' than their forebears and neighbouring countries. Although the theory serves as an important reference point, the author draws on other works to address different complex questions surrounding Japanese development. Therefore, this book presents three key themes: first, it gives an alternative understanding of the complex developments of Japanese society; second, it intercedes into an ongoing debate about the applicability of Elias's theory in a non-Western context; and third, it expands Elias's theory.

"Twenty-five-year-old Takako takes up residence for a few months in her uncle Satoru's second-hand bookshop in Jimbicho, Tokyo, in the wake of her breakup with her cad of a boyfriend/coworker and her subsequent resignation. Depressed and unemployed, Takako is glad for the room above the Morisaki Bookshop to hide from the rest of the world even though she doesn't quite enjoy reading. Surrounded by towering stacks of second-hand books and people who love reading, Takako eventually finds herself opening up to new experiences, making friends in the community, forging a bond with her uncle, and finding joy, inspiration and hope in reading"--

Tokyo Outdoors is the only guide you'll need to fully explore Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region. On foot, by bicycle or hiking, this book not only takes you to the main tourist spots, but also countless off-the-beaten-track spots. From famous historical landmarks such as the Imperial Palace to modern attractions like the Tokyo Skytree, this travel book offers something for any kind of person, whether you're a visitor to Japan or living in the capital.Fully up-to-date, Tokyo Outdoors contains:45 walks, cycling rides and hikes in and near Tokyo,Hundreds of insider tips from a writer who has lived in the city for more than 10 years,12 day trips that include Yokohama, Nikko, Kamakura, Enoshima and Karuizawa,More than 40 detailed print maps,Online maps included for use on the go, with additional recommendations for food and drink, shopping, temples and shrines,110+ photos offer an impression of the amazing sights you'll visit,Recommended restaurants and cafes,A simplified Tokyo subway map,Super easy to use with a train pass, as each itinerary starts and ends at a railway station,Festivals and events calendar, based on locations in the book,Lists of the best cherry blossom and autumn leaves spots,Top 5 lists for various interests, such as history, culture, shopping, art and museums.