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Shiba (other)
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Shiba Inu
The is a breed of hunting dog from Japan. A small-to-medium breed, it is the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of dog native to Japan. Its name literally translates to "firewood dog". A small, alert, and agile dog that copes very well with mountainous terrain and hiking trails, the Shiba Inu was originally bred for hunting. It looks similar to and is often mistaken for other Japanese dog breeds such as the Akita Inu The is a historic dog breed of large size originating from the mountains of northern Japan. The two separate varieties of Akita are a pure Japanese strain, commonly called Akita-ken (''ken'' is the on'yomi for ''inu'' meaning dog in Japanese), and ... or Hokkaido (dog), Hokkaido, but the Shiba Inu is a different breed with a distinct blood line, temperament, and smaller size than other Japanese dog breeds. Appearance The Shiba's frame is compact with well-developed muscles. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shiba Takatsune
was the Constable (''shugo'') of Echizen Province during the 14th century Nanboku-chō Wars in Japan. He acted to block the northward progress of Nitta Yoshisada, who supported the Emperor's Southern Court against the ''shōgun''s Northern Court. Shiba, in his role as Constable, served the ''shōgun'' and thus the Northern Court. In 1336, an ally of Nitta named Uryū Tamotsu attacked Shiba's castle, which fell soon afterwards. Two years later, Shiba was ordered by the shogun Ashikaga Takauji to attack Uryū's fortress at Somayama. The attack failed, and Shiba was forced to fight Nitta's forces again in the defense of the Kuromaru (Black Fortress). With the aid of forces sent by Takauji and warrior monks from Heisenji, the fortress was held, and Nitta Yoshisada mortally wounded in the battle. Despite this great victory, Shiba was defeated once again in 1340, when the newly throned Emperor Go-Murakami sent an army to attack the Kuromaru. Shiba was forced to surrender. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shiva (other)
Shiva or Shiv or Sivan or Shivan is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. Shiva, Sheeva, or Siva may also refer to: Religion * Shiva (Judaism), the Jewish ritual of mourning for seven ("shiva") days after the burial of an immediate relative * Shiva, the supreme soul of Brahma Kumaris religion * Shivā (ending with long 'a'), another name of Parvati, Shiva's consort Places * Shiva, Iran, a village in Gilan Province, Iran * Shiva crater, an apparent impact crater in the Indian Ocean, possibly associated with the Cretaceous–Tertiary extinction event * Shiva Temple (Grand Canyon), a summit in Arizona, US People * Shiva (actor) (born 1983), Tamil actor * Shiva (rapper) (born 1999), Italian rapper * Vandana Shiva (born 1952), physicist, philosopher, ecofeminist, environmental activist, and writer * Cosma Shiva Hagen (born 1981), German actress * Shiva Ahmadi (born 1975), Iranian-born American visual artist * Shiva Ayyadurai (born 1963), Indian-born American scientist an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sheba (other)
Sheba is a southern kingdom mentioned in Biblical scriptures and the Qur'an. Sheba may also refer to: People * Sheba Chhachhi, Indian artist * Sheba Deireragea (born 1986), Nauruan weightlifter * Sheba Hargreaves, American writer * Sheba Karim, American author Religious and historical references * Saba (sura) (Arabic: Sheba), 34th sura of the Qur'an * Seba (biblical figure) * Sheba son of Bichri, a biblical character Places * 1196 Sheba, an asteroid * Saba, a Dutch Colony in Caribbean Island Arts, entertainment, and media Fictional characters * Sheba (''Golden Sun'' character) * Lieutenant Sheba, a character from ''Battlestar Galactica'' Films * ''Sheba'' (film), a 1919 silent film * ''Come Back, Little Sheba'' (1952 film) * ''Sheba, Baby'' (1975), blaxploitation film starring Pam Grier and Austin Stoker. Music * "Sheba" (song), a 1980 song by Mike Oldfield Palaces * Queen of Sheba's Palace (other) Other uses * Sheba (cat food), a brand of cat food * H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Samurai
were the hereditary military nobility and officer caste of medieval and early-modern Japan from the late 12th century to their abolition in 1876. They were the well-paid retainers of the daimyo (the great feudal landholders). They had high prestige and special privileges such as wearing two swords. They cultivated the bushido codes of martial virtues, indifference to pain, and unflinching loyalty, engaging in many local battles. Though they had predecessors in earlier military and administrative officers, the samurai truly emerged during the Kamakura shogunate, ruling from 11851333. They became the ruling political class, with significant power but also significant responsibility. During the 13th century, the samurai proved themselves as adept warriors against the invading Mongols. During the peaceful Edo era (1603 to 1868), they became the stewards and chamberlains of the daimyo estates, gaining managerial experience and education. In the 1870s samurai families comprised 5% ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Samurai Sentai Shinkenger
is the title of Toei Company's thirty-third entry in its long-running Super Sentai metaseries of Japanese tokusatsu television series. It premiered on February 15, 2009, the week following the finale of ''Engine Sentai Go-onger'', and ended on February 7, 2010. It joined ''Kamen Rider Decade'' as a program featured in TV Asahi's Super Hero Time programming block, and following ''Decade''s finale, it aired alongside ''Kamen Rider W''. It incorporates elements from the Jidaigeki drama genre and Japanese themes and aesthetics. The catchphrase for the series is . Its footage and storyline was used for the American series ''Power Rangers Samurai'' and its follow up season, ''Super Samurai''. Story For eighteen generations, samurai of the have suppressed the evil intentions of the Gedoushu, malevolent spirits that enter the world of the living from gaps between buildings and other structures. Now, Takeru Shiba, the youngest head of the Shiba Clan must gather his four in order to b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Irregular At Magic High School
is a Japanese web novel series by Tsutomu Satō. It was published on Shōsetsuka ni Narō, a web novel website, from October 2008 to March 2011. Satō reached a deal with Dengeki Bunko and began releasing his work in a light novel format beginning July 2011. The story takes place in an alternate history where magic exists and is polished through technology, and follows Tatsuya and Miyuki Shiba, siblings who enroll into First High magic high school. While keeping their connections to the infamous Yotsuba clan secret, they attempt to live their daily life in peace, but Tatsuya is shunned for his apparent ineptness and Miyuki is validated for her magical abilities. In 2013, each story arc received a manga adaptation with varying manga artists and publishers. That same year, an anime television series adaptation by Madhouse was announced and aired from April to September 2014. ''The Irregular at Magic High School'' franchise had been localized for English by two companies: ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
