With “Sensational Kawaii” as his motto, Mr. Sebastian Masuda has been bringing modern Japanese pop culture to audiences around the globe. TORJA sat down with the producer during his workshop at the Japan Foundation, Toronto, […]
Tag: culture
Sheldon Ho has the nose moles that signifies prosperity and fortune | Hot Asian Guy Friday
Sheldon Ho is an up-and-coming YouTube star from CantoMando. My friend always tells me that the mole on Sheldon Ho’s nose means prosperity and his mole makes him “even more attractive”. View this post on […]
Toronto Yakuta Summer Sunset Cruise: JETAA to host special event on cruise coming September
The Japanese government sponsored exchange programme offers university graduates opportunities to work in Japan as either an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) team teaching with a Japanese Teacher of English in elementary and secondary schools or […]
#KimOhNo: Kim Kardashian’s Culturally Offensive ‘Kimono’ Shapewear
On Tuesday, Kardashian shared images displaying pieces from her new shapewear line, ‘Kimono’ on Twitter and Instagram, writing: “This is a new approach to shapewear. Offering real solutions in 9 shades and sizes XXS-4XL, @kimonobody […]
Ariana Grande’s tattoo: has accusations of cultural appropriation gone too far?
Although cultural appropriation has become an often-discussed topic in western media today, it is a term Japanese people are not too familiar with at all. Cultural appropriation, the adoption of elements of one culture by […]
The Cultural Dimensions of Packaging in Japan（Feb.27）
Packaging, the wrapping of goods and materials, indeed “wrapping” even in its widest sense, is integral to human exchange and interaction. There are of course direct functional reasons for both personal and commercial packaging: physical […]
A celebration of a long-lasting relationship 90th Anniversary Celebration of Japan-Canada Diplomatic Relations
On May 3, 2018, an event to celebrate the 90th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada, hosted by the city of Mississauga, was held in Mississauga Civic Centre. In this remarkable 90th year […]
Special Interview Miss International Canada 2017 and Miss Visit Japan Tourism Ambassador: Marta Magdalena Stepien
Marta Magdalena Stepien is the representative of Canada for the Miss International Beauty Pageant of 2017. On top of that, she is a student in biomedical engineering technology with a 3.95 GPA. Following the Miss […]
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu “NANDA COLLECTION WORLD TOUR 2014” Report: Live in Toronto
On March 7, 2014, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (Kyary), the world-renowned icon of HARAJUKU culture who is a fashion leader as well as a musician, performed in Toronto. Her performance, held in Sound Academy, was part […]
Ranking
Recent
Sakura Bloomed A Little Earlier Than at High Park －Sakura Pudding from Onigiri Bar Suzume
An Interesting Okinawan Culture：Picnic at a Family Tomb
MOFU Japanese Bakery in J-Town
Who Wants to Try Sweet and Savoy Inari Sushi from Sushimi Toronto?
Sake – Steamed Leek Recipe
-Support Local! East Van Jam-
A Café You Can Have Japanese Dorayaki and Quality Coffee ｜ Ninetails Coffee Bar
Local’s favourite Vietnamese Restaurant on Commercial Dr -Lunch Lady –
A Japanese girl gets thrilled with Japanese Cosmetics and Everyday Items at Reiwatakiya 東京生活館
A Hidden Gem French Café in Vancouver -Le Marché St. George-
Japanese Style Jucy Pork Cutlet｜Mr. Tonkatsu
Authentic French Creperie Opened in Vancouver -Ça Marche Crêperie-
Where To Get Trending Drinks in Vancouver! -Yogurt Edition-
What is ‘Ddungcaron’ and why it’s popular in Japan?
One of the Best Malaysian Foods I Ever Had! – John 316 Malaysian Delight –
A Ramen Freak Tried Instant ‘Restaurant Style’ Ramen That Is Sold at FreshCo
Donut Shop in New Westminster you need to try! -Donuteria-
Art of Japan’s Plastic Fake Food Display
Outstanding French Cuisine that you need to check out in downtown Vancouver! -Tableau Bar Bistro-
Super Authentic Japanese Bento Place in Vancouver! -Manpuku Bento-
