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Trivia Question: What is the name of the Ancient Japanese ritual of disemboweling oneself to make up for failure or restore lost honor?

Answer: Seppuku or hara-kiri

To the Japanese in ancient times, conducting oneself with honor was paramount. So, a number of nobles and revered warriors committed seppuku to maintain honor they were in danger of losing.

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