Hokan

Hokan, ( 花港, Hokaan), formally known as the Hokanese Republic, is a located in Western Sinju. The state consists of 15 provinces and two special administrative zones and is home to 114.3 million people. The nation's capital and largest city is Lantu which is considered a and home to a number of influential economic, cultural, and political institutions. Hokan shares a border with Gaoxiong to the east, Cengue to the south-east, and Fukoet to the south.

Post-War & Contemporary Hokan
The Lantu Accord was signed in November of 1943, a year before the formal-end of the Eulhae War, withdrawing Hokan from the conflict. The political situation in Hokan during the war was complicated as certain members of the elite bureaucracy as well as elements of the military had stood against the Imperial government for the last few years of the war. The Accord recognized all parties of Hokan, though the majority of tangible power laid in those in strong opposition to the Imperial family. The presence of multiple institutions of conflicting political power led to a period of instability in Post-War Hokan, until the Republican government was internationally recognized in late 1944.

The latter half of the 1940s and the early 1950s are known as the Reconstruction Era and saw vast political and economic reform. The issue of nobility was one of the first tackled by the Republican government, from 1945 to 1947 sweeping saw the redistribution of land and economic assets from noble families. The early policies and the constitution of the Hokanese Republic were formulated chiefly around the idea of, which the core of the Republican movement saw in opposition the older, aristocratic processes in Hokan. Two major political parties formed in this era, the National Democratic Party and the Liberal Party. The NDP had significant popularity over the Liberal Party, having the reach of several well-respected statesman who were highly involved with the Republic's founding, known as the Iron Four.

The 1950s, while a period of reinvestment and reconstruction, saw strict political and social legislation. Citing the advent of subversive radicals, the Republican government put in place strict censorship laws and later formed several organizations, such as the Bureau of National Integrity in 1949, to identify and try accused enemies of the state. This period of, also known as the Decade of Thorns, lasted until 1956 when these legislation were lifted by the first New Liberal Party government.

The era following the Decade of Thorns saw Hokan reopen as society to the rest of the international community, particularly through competitive trade agreements and government sanctioned attempts to attract foreign investment. The country experienced steady increased economic growth, largely due to investment from other Sinju countries. The 1960s saw a period of rapid economic growth and diversification as the financial and service industries grew steadily. The 1960s also saw a growth of citizen involvement in the political process. Education reforms made political education compulsory through the public education system, leading to a higher number of the populace passing the voter examination.

The 1970s in Hokan were marked by a political event known as the Big Bang. This period in time saw the rapid growth and diversification of political involvement and Hokanese popular culture. Various political organizations emerged which challenged the established, Liberal Party. The 70s also saw political restrictions lifted which allowed left-leaning and socialist parties to openly campaign.

Performing Arts
Hokan has a diverse historical tradition of performing arts, dating back to the Classical Era. The most notable forms of traditional Hokanese performing arts are considered to be, a form of traditional musical theater found throughout Central Sinju, and a form of musical and oral performance that has roots in the Classical Era of Hokan. Pingtan is considered to be more specific to Hokanese culture and is thus a highly valued art form, with state-sponsored cultural institutions that operate to preserve and educate Pingtan as a nationally significant art form. The Xiqu theatrical tradition is also highly coveted by state cultural institutions. The Lantu World Theater is a well-renowned cultural institution and venue which showcases theatrical and musical performances of high prestige, as well as performances from other cultures. Specific to the country, Hokan is also significant for the development of the genre of Xiqu.

Hokanese folk music has its origins in Ancient Hokan, believed originally to have ritualistic significance and later evolving into general entertainment. Hokanese traditional folk music generally employed mouth organs, flutes, and percussion instruments. The creation of the, a mouth-blown free reed instrument, was a significant development in Hokanese folk music. During the Classical Era musical traditions from across Tianqi merged with the existing traditions of folk music. Traditional music of Hokan is generally split into two major traditions, the Temple tradition which includes both temple music and court music, and the Common or Folk tradition which is forms of musical expression which were popular among the general populace.

The country is also known for its tradition of modern which developed throughout the 1950s and onward through the interaction of various musical types from Yoju, Miju and Namju. Hokanese pop-music played a large part in the country's cultural reintegration and economic recovery following a period of isolation during the Decade of Thorns. Jinboe Entertainment, Xinxin, and YM Recording are three major media conglomerates who paved the way for the market in Hokanese media, particularly the international consumption of Hokanese music. In the late 80s and 90s boy groups and rap groups become increasingly popular both domestically abroad.