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Bundle 82: 16th-Century Heroes: Nobunaga and Hideyoshi

In 16th-century Japan, two powerful men eclipse all others in importance. Nobunaga Oda (1534–1582) and Hideyoshi Toyotomi (1536–1598) both united Japan after a time of civil war. Nobunaga is considered the first great unifier of Japan, and Hideyoshi is called the second one. This bundle affords glimpses into their ascent, from the unlikely beginnings of their relationship (Hideyoshi initially took care of Nobunaga's shoes!) to their collective work in shifting power in the nation and even influencing the name of Osaka. Each man built castles whose names combine in the term for "Azuchi-Momoyama period" (1558–1600).
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桃
peach tree
JOK: 1646
See how peaches connect to pregnancy, epidemics, instability, a hairstyle, Shangri-la, and Osamu Dazai. Discover why 桃 is in terms for plum, cherry, apricot, walnut, almond, and tonsil! Learn the origin of the era name Azuchi-Momoyama. Rethink a folktale; was the hero Momotaro a thief? Learn to say, "Cherries are ripe in June," "My tonsils are swollen," and "Her cheeks were a light pink."
履
wear
JOK: 1896
See why the 履 shape originally contained 舟 (boat)! Learn about zori and geta, as well as fun figurative takes on their shapes. Discover how sandals can be good for your health. And find out how to say, "We know little of his personal history," "By tomorrow we must register for the courses we're going to take," "He bent over to put on his shoes," and "Please put on these slippers."
阪
slope
JOK: 2097
Enter the city of pleasure! This essay covers everything about Osaka, including its name, history, cuisine (e.g., Kansai sushi), castle, and entertainment industry, as well as the Osakan's colorful personality, conversational style, accent, and dialect. Learn about the "Osaka Metropolis Plan" that terrified some people, and find out about often-used terms such as "Keihan" and "Hanshin.'
阜
hill
JOK: 2103
Find out why Gifu Prefecture is considered the center of Japan and has been crucial as a crossroads. Learn about Gifu products, from paper umbrellas and lanterns to swords, plus UNESCO heritage sites and a well-preserved town on the Nakasendo. Also read about cormorants that catch and regurgitate fish for the imperial family to eat, a practice that inspired a famous artist.
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