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Shoken Collection

Shoken is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies the idea of showing respect and gratitude towards others

Background imageShoken Collection: Pack Horse and Driver, 18th century. Creator: Unknown

Pack Horse and Driver, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Pack Horse and Driver, 18th century

Background imageShoken Collection: Empress of Japan - Empress Shoken, 1890-1905 (postcard)

Empress of Japan - Empress Shoken, 1890-1905 (postcard)
3779577 Empress of Japan - Empress Shoken, 1890-1905 (postcard); (add.info.: Consort of Emperor Meiji May 9, 1849 - April 9, 1914) was empress consort of Emperor Meiji of Japan); Lebrecht History

Background imageShoken Collection: The Boxer Rebellion: the Empress of Japan visiting French wounded (colour litho)

The Boxer Rebellion: the Empress of Japan visiting French wounded (colour litho)
3099177 The Boxer Rebellion: the Empress of Japan visiting French wounded (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boxer Rebellion)

Background imageShoken Collection: Empress Shoken, wife of Emperor Meiji of Japan (b / w photo)

Empress Shoken, wife of Emperor Meiji of Japan (b / w photo)
5235057 Empress Shoken, wife of Emperor Meiji of Japan (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Empress Shoken (1849-1914)

Background imageShoken Collection: Commanders Receiving the Emperors Drinking Cups, 1886 (Meiji 19)

Commanders Receiving the Emperors Drinking Cups, 1886 (Meiji 19)

Background imageShoken Collection: View of the Imperial Carriage, 1889 (Meiji 22). 1889. Creator: Kunitoshi

View of the Imperial Carriage, 1889 (Meiji 22). 1889. Creator: Kunitoshi
View of the Imperial Carriage, 1889 (Meiji 22)

Background imageShoken Collection: View of the Issuance of the State Constitution in the State Chamber of

View of the Issuance of the State Constitution in the State Chamber of the New Imperial Palace, March 2, 1889 (Meiji 22)

Background imageShoken Collection: Japanese Empress Haruko, wife of Emperor Meiji Mutsuhito

Japanese Empress Haruko, wife of Emperor Meiji Mutsuhito
The Japanese Empress Shoken (Haruko) (1849-1914), wife of Emperor Meiji Mutsuhito. Date: circa 1885

Background imageShoken Collection: Empress Shoken, empress consort of Japan, late 19th-early 20th century

Empress Shoken, empress consort of Japan, late 19th-early 20th century. Shoken (1850-1914) was married to Emperor Meiji

Background imageShoken Collection: Japan - The Nijubashi (Double Bridge), Tokyo

Japan - The Nijubashi (Double Bridge), Tokyo - the main bridge to the Imperial Palace - residence of Emperor Meiji of Japan (1852-1912) and Empress Consort Shoken (Haruko) (1849-1914)

Background imageShoken Collection: Japan - Empress Shoken

Japan - Empress Shoken
Empress Shoken (18491914) - empress consort of Emperor Meiji of Japan, later Empress Dowager Shoken. Date: circa 1908

Background imageShoken Collection: Meiji Shrine - Meiji Jingu - Shibuya Tokyo

Meiji Shrine - Meiji Jingu - Shibuya Tokyo
Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu), located in Shibuya, Tokyo - a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shoken



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Shoken is a traditional Japanese concept that embodies the idea of showing respect and gratitude towards others. It emphasizes humility, kindness, and mindfulness in all interactions. In a world where self-centeredness often prevails, shoken serves as a gentle reminder to prioritize the well-being of those around us. By practicing shoken, we can cultivate deeper connections with others and create a more harmonious society. Let us embrace this beautiful philosophy and spread positivity wherever we go.