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East Asian Culture

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Study of East Asian history. This site offers insights into numerous areas of Asia: history, politics, economics, societies, cultures and languages. In what ways can we say that Asia exists and in what ways can we say that it is an artificial construction?

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  • Great Samurai Prints 1

    Posted on Friday June 19th, 2009 at 22:48 in art, japan, samurai prints

    I will treat you all with some great Samurai Prints.The first print is Endo Kiemon Naotsuga. Warding off a heavy arrow barrage, Endo is preparing to return fire with the severed head of an enemy warrior. The multi hooked weapon above his right elbow ...

  • The life cyckle, karma, and reincarnation

    Posted on Sunday June 7th, 2009 at 22:19 in reincarnation, karma, northen india

    Indians tend to worry less that Westerners about missed opportunities, as they believe that what goes around comes will come around again, perhaps in a different guise. Their fundamental beliefs in the continuity of live, and the western notion of ā€...

  • Japanese Youth Hostels

    Posted on Friday June 5th, 2009 at 23:37 in travel, japan, youth hostel

    Japan offers a great variety of accommodation including, Ryokan 旅館, private lodging 民宿, and Western style hotels. Youth hostels are also popular among low budget travelers, and are found all over Japan. You will need to be a member pf a Youth...

  • The Shinto Deity Susanowo

    Posted on Friday May 29th, 2009 at 22:08 in spirits, heaven, earth, sake, susanowo

    Susanowo, the storm god and ruler of the oceans, was a trickster figure in addition to being a demon slayer. After he was banished from heaven, Susanowo descended to earth. There he came upon an old earth spirit weeping with his wife and daughter. Th...

  • Three grounds on which Kotoku Shusui opposed the Russo-Japanese War.

    Posted on Saturday May 23rd, 2009 at 05:03 in capitalism, japan, war, russia, manchuria

    Kotoku Shusui (1871 – 1911)Socialist leader, one of the first proponents of radical political action in Japan. Firstly, In 1903 Kotoku Shusui resigned from his job as a journalist in Tokyo when it announced its support for the Russo-Japanese war an...

  • What was the charter oath and why is it significant?

    Posted on Wednesday May 20th, 2009 at 06:00

    The Charter Oath was promulgated at the enthronement of Emperor Meiji of Japan on 7 April 1868. The Oath outlined the main aims and the course of action to be followed during Emperor Meiji's reign, setting the legal stage for Japan's modernization. I...

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AsianinNY.com Sponsors Chinese New Year Party

AsianinNY.com is New York 's Leader in Asian Networking and Multi-Cultural Sharing.

ORIENTED is a global network of international professionals interested in Asian business and partnerships.

Together, we are co-hosting a Happy Hour on Jan. 29th 2009 to celebrate Chinese New Year. Through this event, you will be able to connect business professionals like you– rather that be for career opportunities, career enhancements, information sharing or simply to meet with new friends, we are providing everyone the chance to participate in the Asian culture.

Most importantly, we have great giftbags raffle sponsored by China 1 Antique Restaurant & Lounge, Club H Fitness, Dex New York, dodo Magazine, MaryKay and PhatGuru.com. In addition, ā€œfree appetizersā€ will be provided. So, be sure to set your calendar for this date and stay tune ...

Date: 1/29/09
Time: 7~9pm
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Address: 547 West 27th Street (bet. 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY 10001
Member Discount Rate: $5 USD (Everyone who RSVP before 5 PM EST on 1/29 will enjoy 50% off admission. To signup, please email your full name and email to:
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General Admission: $10 USD (at door with no RSVP)
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Posted: January 15th, 2009 | Report This Comment

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Posted: November 8th, 2008 | Report This Comment

5 stars Christopher Lee

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