The Shosoin Repository survived both war and fire, leaving virtually all the ancient cultural treasures intact. The thousands of items preserved in the Shosoin repository include manuscripts, musical instruments, textiles, shoes,...

An essay, by university professor William Tsutsui, itemizes ten themes that can help make the story of modern-day Japan understandable. Themes touch on a range of issues, including the changing role of women, technological advances, and...