Discover the Secrets of “Tiger and Wings” and the Amazing World of Laws!
Hey everyone! Did you know that right now, at Hiroshima International University, they’re holding a super cool special talk called “Don’t Forget the Message of ‘Tiger and Wings’ ~What was the ‘Meiji Civil Code’ World That Made Us Think ‘Huh?’~”? It’s happening on August 18th, 2025, and it’s a fantastic chance to learn something new and exciting!
What’s “Tiger and Wings”?
“Tiger and Wings” is a popular Japanese TV drama that tells the story of a girl who bravely goes to university and becomes a lawyer during a time when it was very difficult for women to do so. Imagine a time when many girls weren’t allowed to go to school or have important jobs! This story is all about courage, dreams, and making the world a fairer place.
But what does this have to do with science?
You might be thinking, “Laws and science are totally different!” But actually, understanding how society works, why things are fair or unfair, and how people live together is a bit like being a detective or a scientist!
Think about it like this:
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Laws are like rules for our society. Just like you have rules in your classroom or at home to make sure everyone is safe and happy, laws are rules for everyone in a country. They help us understand what’s right and wrong and how to treat each other.
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The “Meiji Civil Code” was like a super important instruction manual for Japan a long, long time ago. When the drama talks about the “Meiji Civil Code,” they’re talking about the rules that were created in Japan during the Meiji period (that’s a long time ago, before your parents or even grandparents were born!). These rules helped shape how Japan was run.
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Being curious is like science! The drama’s title has a part that says “What made us think ‘Huh?'”. This is the most important part for us! When you hear something that makes you say “Huh? That’s interesting! I wonder why?”, that feeling is the beginning of learning something new. That’s exactly what scientists do! They see something, wonder “why?” and then try to find the answer by observing, experimenting, and thinking.
Why is this talk good for science lovers?
This special talk is a chance to:
- Understand how people thought a long time ago. By learning about old laws, we can see how much things have changed. This helps us understand how people solved problems in the past.
- Think about fairness. Why were things different for girls back then? Thinking about fairness and how to make things better is a bit like scientists trying to solve problems in the world, like finding cures for diseases or protecting our planet.
- Use your brain to ask questions. The best part of this talk is that it will probably make you ask lots of “why?” questions. That’s fantastic! Asking questions is the first step to becoming a great scientist.
Imagine you’re a scientist studying history! You’re looking at the “instruction manual” from the past (the laws) and trying to figure out how people lived and what was important to them. You’re looking at how society worked and trying to understand the “system” behind it all.
So, even though it’s about history and laws, this talk is a wonderful opportunity to practice being curious, asking questions, and thinking deeply about how the world works. These are all super important skills for anyone who wants to become a scientist and discover amazing new things!
If you’re interested in learning how society works, how people became brave enough to change things, and want to practice asking those “Huh?” questions, then this talk sounds perfect for you! It’s a chance to explore a different kind of “world” and discover the power of thinking and learning. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore the past and inspire your future!
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