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Movie Review: Emperor (2013) – The War After the War
Secrets, shame and subtrafuge blend into a film noir mystery
Read More »The Emerging Popularity of Skateboarding in Japan
Most skate parks in Japan are located inside warehouses.
Read More »Book Review: Geeky-Girly Innovation: A Japanese Subculturalist’s Guide to Technology and Design by Morinosuke Kawaguchi
Geeky-Girly Innovation is a fast, interesting and eye-opening book about the otaku culture and innovative new Japanese products.
Read More »Book Review: Otaku Spaces by Patrick W. Galbraith and Androniki Christodoulou
A fascinating look at Japan's extreme fans of manga and anime and their influence on the national culture.
Read More »Music Review: David Sylvian – A Victim of Stars: 1982-2012
Excellent two-CD set of David Sylvian's music over the past 30 years.
Read More »Book Review: Tokyo Taxi by Alexander James
Tokyo Taxi provides an authentic taste of modern Tokyo at night through a collection of photos of its taxi signs.
Read More »Blu-ray Review: Yakuza Weapon
Over-acted, over-the-top, over-sensational... I'm just glad it's over!
Read More »Manga Review: Fluffy, Fluffy Cinnamoroll, Vol. 1 by Yumi Tsukirino and Chisato Seki
In the tradition of Hello Kitty comes Fluffy, Fluffy Cinnamoroll, a little puppy who can fly.
Read More »Music Review: Jordi Savall & Various Artists – Hispania & Japan: Dialogues
Beautiful music offering a timely reminder that differences are something to be celebrated.
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