August 3rd - Japan's History and Today

672 - Jinshin War The Jinshin War in 672 saw Prince Ōama, later Emperor Tenmu, raise an army against Prince Ōtomo. This conflict led to a critical regime change in Japanese history, profoundly impacting the imperial power structure. The strategies employed by Prince Ōama influenced Japan’s subsequent political systems. 1635 - Revision of Buke Shohatto In 1635, the Tokugawa shogunate revised the Buke Shohatto, making sankin-kōtai (alternate attendance) mandatory for daimyōs. This increased the shogunate's control and helped sustain a prolonged period of peace. The sankin-kōtai system fostered the exchange of talent and culture between local areas and Edo, impacting the modern urban-rural dynamics in Japan. 1962 - Founding of 'Weekly TV Guide' In 1962, Japan saw the launch of its first television information magazine, 'Weekly TV Guide.' This publication made television programming more accessible, contributing to the development of Japan's television culture. Foreign residents can use similar guides to better understand and enjoy Japanese TV programs.