JAPAN IN CANADA

New Imperial Era Named ‘Reiwa’: Japan Breaks the Custom of Selecting the Word from Classic Chinese Literature and instead Chooses from Japanese Literature

JAPAN NEWS NEWS & POLITICS 04/13/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

On April 1st, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga of Japan revealed new imperial era’s name by holding up a board with characters ‘Reiwa’ on it. The term for the new era is made up of […]

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10 Japanese LGBTQ+ Movies to Watch Now

BOOK & FILMS FILM TREND 04/11/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

It’s been big years for LGBTQ+ films—Barry Jenkins’ Moonlight and Call Me By Your Name almost made it two in a row for queer themed movies at the Academy Awards. Oscar award winning, The Favourites […]

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2019—Japan, Still Lagging Behind in LGBTQ+ Issues 

LGBTQ+ 04/10/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

Japan, the only member of the G7 that does not recognize same-sex unions, is slowly expanding rights protection for LGBTQ+ citizens in recent years. In 2015, Shibuya district started issuing partnership certificates to same-sex couples. […]

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Interview with Toronto Buddhist Church’s Resident Minister, Reverend Yoshimichi Ouchi

CULTURE Culture People PEOPLE 04/09/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

I attended, with Sid Ikeda, a service at a Jodo Shinshu temple, Toronto Buddhist Church. I have never been to a Buddhist ceremony in Canada before but have been to many in Japan. Sid was […]

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The Sailor Who Fell from Grace with the Sea by Yukio Mishima | Japan book reviews

BOOK BOOK & FILMS 04/05/2019 by Kevin Jae

 A strange story that could not have been written by anyone else other than Mishima.  A group of five teenagers raised in solidly middle class families form a gang joined by a sense of nihilistic discontent […]

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‘Body in Fukushima: Reflections on the Nuclear in Everyday Life’ Shed Light on Aftermath of the 3/11 in Toronto

Events EVENTS & COMMUNITIES 03/31/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

The multi-disciplinary event, Body in Fukushima: Reflections on the Nuclear in Everyday Life, has been exhibited in major venues across America and the exhibition (March 4 – April 14) and is now being held in […]

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The State of Tohoku Eight Years After 3/11: Japan has yet to Learn from the Mistakes

JAPAN NEWS NEWS & POLITICS 03/30/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

On March 11th, there was a moment of silence across Japan, at exactly 2:46 p.m., in remembrance of victims who died following the 8.9 earthquake and a tsunami in northeastern Japan. It has been eight […]

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Guide to Pairing Sake with Food: Sake pairing seminar with Sake Samurai, Mr. Michael Tremblay in Toronto

Events EVENTS & COMMUNITIES FOOD & DRINK Our Picks SAKE 03/29/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

Sake, or nihonshu is a remarkable beverage that can be enjoyed by themselves and also pairs well with almost any kind of food. It is made from sake rice which is fermented in the presence […]

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Gourmet Dining in Tokyo – Yakiniku Jambo Hanare | Travel to Japan from Canada

Food FOOD & DRINK JAPAN Our Picks Sushi Travel Japan 03/28/2019 by Winnie Luong (Foods and Travel Blogger)

When it comes to gourmet dining, Tokyo boasts a vast dining scene ranging from regional Japanese cuisine to award winning dining establishments. Yakiniku Jambo Hanare is no exception – it is one of the top […]

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Coach Nat: Natalie Nakase, assistant coach of the L.A. Clippers might be the first female head coach to coach an NBA team

CULTURE Culture People PEOPLE 03/27/2019 by Maari Sugawara（Managing Editor）

Happy International Women’s Day! ✊ðŸ‘¸ To celebrate we’re recognizing the one and only @NatalieNakase! Thank you for inspiring women everywhere to become who they want to be! ðŸ’™❤️ #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/DdzrMQsMci — AguaCalienteClippers (@ACClippers) 2019年3月8日 The L.A. […]

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