Rabindranath Tagore in Japan
This rare vintage photograph shows Rabindranath Tagore, the celebrated Indian poet, philosopher, and Nobel laureate, during his visit to Japan in 1916. Tagore’s journey came at a time of growing dialogue between Asian nations, as intellectuals sought to define a new cultural identity beyond Western colonial influence.
During his lectures in Tokyo, Kyoto, and other cities, Tagore spoke passionately about art, spirituality, and the unity of Asia. His presence in Japan inspired both admiration and debate — some embraced his vision of moral and artistic renewal, while others viewed it through the lens of rising nationalism.
A powerful image of one of the 20th century’s greatest thinkers, captured at a crossroads of East and West.
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7 de enero de 2024
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