Warm hospi-towel-ity M CrowsonDecember 2, 2017 Learn about the surprisingly lively world of oshibori, the hand towel felt ’round the world. Treat yourself to a meal at any mid-to high-range ... CultureOnly in Japan
How to make the dead speak M CrowsonDecember 2, 2017 The Silent Dead by Tetsuya Honda Translated by Giles Murray An instinct-driven homicide detective breaks open a gruesome series of murders, eve... BookCulture
The Toronto Reel Asian Bento Box MagazineNovember 2, 2017 International Film Festival The 21st edition of the Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival will run from Nov. 9 to 18. This is a unique showcas... CultureMovie
In case of emergency, drill here M CrowsonNovember 1, 2017 Japan thinks ahead with a long tradition of nationwide “disaster drills.” Last week, my father-in-law sent a group email titled “Family Fun... CultureOnly in Japan
A manic satire of Japan’s political elites James HeronOctober 5, 2017 A supremely silly and deliriously entertaining parody of Japan’s elitist pathways to the seats of power based on Usamaru Furuya’s popular manga. ... CultureMovie
Moon viewing M CrowsonOctober 3, 2017 Exclusive courtly gathering, rowdy boat party or sedate family event? Otsukimi is all of the above. It’s autumn, which means it’s otsukimi (... CultureOnly in Japan
Harmony in bloom James HeronOctober 2, 2017 Maverick director Gen Takahashi’s gentle, earnest drama tells the true story of a man’s determined quest to create a universal symbol of peace. ... CultureMovie
Autumn Foliage Amanda TaylorSeptember 15, 2017 Japan’s famous scenery reaches breathtaking levels as the leaves change in autumn. Photo: ©Yasufumi Nishi/© JNTO In ... CultureFeaturedTopics
Character training M CrowsonSeptember 10, 2017 Bring some joy to your commute by riding one of Japan’s many themed rail cars. Japan’s famous for its train-centric transportation system, an... CultureOnly in Japan
A long-awaited death M CrowsonSeptember 7, 2017 Inheritance from Mother by Minae Mizumura Translated by Juliet Winters Carpenter Two sisters struggle to deal with their domineering mother... BookCulture
