Place Names Surnames Dictionary 2023 Includes Prefecture Names Japan

by Motoki Niwa

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Place Names Surnames Dictionary 2023 Includes Prefecture Names Japan Key Features ✔ Discover the comprehensive "Place Names Surnames Dictionary 2023," an essential reference for anyone interested in Japanese geography, family history, and cultural heritage. This detailed dictionary provides in-depth insights into Japanese place names, surnames, and their origins, making it a valuable resource for researchers, genealogists, and enthusiasts alike. It includes explanations of prefecture names across Japan and explores the roots and meanings behind various surnames and place names. ✔ Key features include analyses of family crests, a detailed list of surnames by prefecture such as Hokkaido and Aomori, and an etymological dictionary of place-name-derived surnames. The book also highlights Japan's major family names, including the top ten and top hundred surnames, offering a broad perspective on Japanese naming conventions and regional history. ✔ This edition is authored by Motoji Niwa (丹羽 基二), born in 1919 in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture. A distinguished scholar, Niwa graduated from Kokugakuin University in 1944 with a degree in Japanese literature. He served as president of the Japan Family Tree Society and as representative of the Society for the Preservation of Place Names. ✔ This book is in Like New condition and is an invaluable resource for those interested in Japanese surnames, place names, and cultural history. ✔ Item Specifics: ✔ C:Brand: Not specified ✔ C:Title: Place Na

• Year: 2023
• Condition: Fine

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