涙の道
"涙の道" (Namida no Michi), or "Path of Tears," refers to a historical route in Japan associated with the forced relocation of the indigenous Ainu people. This path symbolizes the struggles and hardships faced by the Ainu during the Meiji era, when their lands were taken for development and colonization.
The term is often used in discussions about cultural preservation and the rights of indigenous peoples. It highlights the importance of remembering and acknowledging the past injustices faced by the Ainu, as well as the ongoing efforts to revitalize their culture and language in contemporary Japan.