September 3 — Important Days in Japanese History

1603: Senhime's Marriage On September 3, 1603, Senhime, Tokugawa Ieyasu's 7-year-old granddaughter, married 11-year-old Toyotomi Hideyori. This marriage marked a significant political alliance at the start of the Edo period, symbolizing ties between two powerful families. For foreign residents in Japan, understanding this event helps grasp the interconnected nature of feudal power and family relations in early modern Japan.

1936: North Sea Incident In 1936, in Beihai, Guangdong Province, China, a Japanese shop managed by Junzo Nakano was attacked by assailants, resulting in Nakano's death. This incident highlights the tense atmosphere for Japanese citizens abroad at the time and is a key example of Japan-China relations in the early 20th century. Knowing about this event aids foreign readers in understanding Japan’s modern history and its regional dynamics.