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The James T. Callow Folklore Archive
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Japan-Suicide
In Japan, suicide is an acceptable way to solve problems. The
Japanese feel that the spirit is more important than the body and
still lives on after death.
In fact, in Japan there is a lovers' leap. Lovers whose families
won't allow them to marry tie themselves together and jump together.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; WESTLAND
James Callow Keyword(s): cliff
| Subject headings: | Favorites CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Death Funeral Burial BELIEF -- Ghost Spirit Phantom Specter BELIEF -- Formation BELIEF -- Death Funeral Burial |
Date learned: 01-00-1990
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CLIFF HANGERS---MEAN A VERY CLOSE ATHLETIC CONTEST
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Where learned: TENNESSEE ; NASHVILLE
Keyword(s): Cliff Hanger ; GAME ; Nickname ; Score ; SLANG ; SPORTS
| Subject headings: | SPEECH -- Game Pastime Sport |
Date learned: 04-00-1972