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Yakumo Koizumi, also known as Lafcadio Hearn, was a writer and teacher who helped people in the West learn about Japan. He was born in Greece in 1850 and later lived in Ireland and the United States. There, he worked as a newspaper writer. In 1890, he came to Japan, and his life changed when he learned about Japanese culture and daily life.

He lived in places such as Matsue, Kumamoto, and Tokyo. He taught English and learned more about Japanese society. Later, he became a Japanese citizen and took the name Koizumi Yakumo. He married a Japanese woman and had children in Japan. Do you know Japanese ghost stories? His famous book Kwaidan introduced these stories to Western readers in a clear and respectful way.

His life in Japan later inspired the NHK TV drama ばけばけ, which helps today’s viewers understand his life between different cultures and his love for Japan.
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Notes
Gaius Julius Caesar ガイウス・ユリウス・カエサル（ラテン語: Gaius Iulius Caesar、紀元前130年頃 – 紀元前85年）は、共和政ローマの政務官;
alliance 同盟;
assassinate 暗殺する;
heir 相続人;

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Gaius Julius Caesar, born on July 12, 100 BC, was a key figure in Roman history. He was a famous general, leader, and writer. Caesar became well-known because of his military skills, especially during the Gallic Wars where he expanded Rome’s territory.

In politics, Caesar, along with Pompey and Crassus, formed the First Triumvirate in 60 BC. This alliance allowed them to control Roman politics. However, conflicts between Caesar and Pompey led to a civil war. Caesar won and became the ruler of Rome.

As a leader, Caesar made many changes. He created the Julian calendar and gave Roman citizenship to many people. His growing power made him many enemies, and on March 15, 44 BC, he was assassinated. This event led to more civil wars and eventually to the Roman Empire under his adopted heir, Octavian (later known as Augustus).

Caesar’s influence is still felt today in many areas like military, politics, and culture. You can read more about his life and legacy on his Wikipedia page.
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