香西大見 コウザイ, オオミ 1898-1979 Postcard Sent to F. M. Trautz

香西大見 コウザイ, オオミ 1898-1979 Postcard Sent to F. M. Trautz

Japanese Scholar Kōzai Ōmi Postcard to F. M. Trautz

Although Trautz writes 'Kasai' in pencil on the front of this postcard, we believe the proper pronunciation for 香西大見 is Kōzai Ōmi, based on the 'National Diet Library' Japan website search. His return address is listed as Fushimi, Kyoto, with a postmark from Fushimi dated January 1, 1933.

Kōzai Ōmi (香西大見) (1898-1979) was a Japanese scholar known for his work in Japanese history and ideology. He is particularly recognized for his study of the concept of kokutai (国体), which examines Japan’s national identity and the role of the emperor within the state's ideological framework.

Two notable works by Kōzai Ōmi are:

"皇国体の根本義" (Kōkoku-tai no Konpon Gi), translated as "The Fundamental Principles of the National Polity," which explores the principles underlying Japan’s national identity and polity.

"わが旅路の道草" (Waga Tabiji no Michikusa), translated as "The Grass on My Journey's Path," a reflective work on his personal experiences and insights gained throughout his life.