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Hōgetsu Shimazaki

Hōgetsu Shimazaki was a Japanese scholar and translator known for his efforts to bridge European literature and Japanese readers. He specialized in translating and interpreting works of European philosophy, literature, and culture into Japanese, helping to introduce Western ideas to Japan during the early 20th century. His work contributed to cultural exchange and understanding between Japan and the West, making complex philosophical concepts more accessible to Japanese audiences.