The National Foundation Day, 建国記念（けんこくきねん）の日（ひ）, is a Japanese national holiday celebrated on February 11. This day marks the founding of the nation and the accession of the first Emperor Jimmu! According to the legend, the Emperor Jimmu is a descendant of the sun goddess Amaterasu and Japan’s first ruler. His accession is traditionally dated as 660 […]
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