SHIKADO is the T.Kawato's Website about historical studies of Japan(Muromachi era).
CONTENTS:
What is Muromachi era?:
Introduction of new studies about Muromachi era. "Muromachi era" is in 14-16th century, governed by Muromachi Shogunate(in other words :"Ashikaga period").
The Chinese Impact:
Review of diplomatic relations between Japan and China(Ming dynasty) in later 14th century. Particularly this page focuses on a name "NIPPON-KOKU-OH"(not equal "the king of Japan"). This name was given by the emperor of China. The first person given this name was Prince Kaneyoshi who was a son of Go-daigo. But the Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu also wanted this name, because he loved Chinese culture and only this title holder could trade with China in this period. However this name was given only to one person. Hence they contended each other for this name.
Reading "Mansai-jugo-nikki",a diary witten in 15th century:
Mansai(1378-1435) is a Buddhism priest lived in Sanpou-in, Daigoji temple located in Kyoto now. He was a very important person for the Muromachi Shogunate. His diary was written many descriptions about political arrangements of the Shogunate. Reading this book, we may be able to understand political history in this era.
The monoglaphs' list about foreign relations and money economy in Medieval history of Japan(about 10-17th century)
Photoglaphs of historical spots in Japan:
Azuchi Castle(Shiga Pref.:top page). Iwa Shrine ,and the port Murotsu (Hyogo Pref.). Niimi city, Raikyuji Temple, Kibitsu Shrine, and Bitchu-Takamatsu Castle(Okayama Pref.). Jokoji Temple(Aichi Pref.). The castle town Ichijodani(Fukui Pref.). Temples in Nara(Nara Pref. Sorry...under construction).
My essay
SORRY! All contents are in JAPANESE ONLY.