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Selfish Men and Their Deception in 1879
24 September 2025 · Japan Annotations
A wedding in 1879 Japan becomes a scandal in an illustrated news print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. Behind the elegant clothing lies an uncomfortable story about courtship, public reputation and deception. What could go wrong when appearances mattered more than honesty? Explore how the Meiji press turned a private dispute into a widely circulated moral tale about marriage and social expectations.


