Nezu Kaichirō was the president of Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd. Born in Yamanashi, Kaichirō became interested in art early in life. He founded the Nezu Museum to conserve and exhibit the collection of pre-modern Japanese […]
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Confessions of a Mask by Yukio Mishima | Kevin Jae’s book review
On the back cover of the novel, a reviewer compares Mishima with Andre Gide, and this novel does remind me of Gide’s work, as it is profoundly introspective, taking the readers through an uncertain search […]
Michelin-Starred French Restaurant, Azure 45 with Tokyo Views | Travel to Japan from Canada
From Azure 45, one overlooks from the 45th floor the city of Tokyo while enjoying an East meets West dining experience. The Michelin-starred restaurant, led by Chef de cuisine Shintaro Miyazaki, presents to customers aesthetically […]
Review – Konjiki Hototogisu（金色不如帰）(2nd location – Downtown Toronto) : Anthoni’s Ramen Diary
Dear Toronto Ramen Fans: If you live in downtown Toronto, there is good news for you. Konjiki Hototogisu is opening their 2nd location in downtown Toronto at 41 Elm Street. Konjiki Hototogisu (金色 不如帰)- Refers […]
5 Best Japanese Gay Anthems to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride
Last year, the Japanese-American gay icon (aka “lesbian Jesus”) Hayley Kiyoko’s viral hashtag #20GAYTEEN kicked off a year of LGBTQ visibility like never before. Janelle Monáe opened up about her being pansexual this April and […]
Sending “Thanks” from Japan to Canada
“Made in Japan” craftsmanship at your fingertips Traditional Japanese handicraft at the tip of your fingers Created in Hiroshima, the traditional Kumanofude brush has also been selected as one of the prefecture’s traditional crafts. Now […]
Tokyo Alleyway Guide: Harmonica Yokocho in Kichijoji
Offering everything from trendy wine bars, izakayas and Japanese soul food, Harmonica Yokocho is the perfect place to experience local foods; it is located in the fashionable neighborhood of Kichijoji. Kichijoji in Mitaka city is […]
The New Shinkai Makoto Movie, Weathering With You’s Teaser and Scenes Released
新海誠最新作『天気の子』2019年夏公開決定 ！新海誠監督最新作『天気の子（てんきのこ）』の制作が発表されました。2019年7月19日公開予定、鋭意制作中です。皆様、応援よろしくお願いします！https://t.co/XXPHWzybvs pic.twitter.com/Te56SfEdtm — 新海作品PRスタッフ (@shinkai_works) 2018年12月13日 It’s hard to believe that Your Name, the second-highest-grossing Japanese movie of all time is almost three years old. Following the 2016 hit, director Shinkai Makoto’s highly anticipated […]
Sapporo Markets – Seafood and More | Travel to Japan from Canada
The Northern Japanese island of Hokkaido is known internationally for their fresh seafood and more – Hokkaido sea urchin, king crab, and Yubari King melon, among others. Hokkaido also produces delicious milk, potatoes and corn, […]
Back Street Girls: Gokudols—Anime featuring three Yakuza Getting Gender Reassignment Surgeries to Become J-Pop Idols
Back Street Girls: Gokudolls, originally a crime-comedy-idol manga by Jasmine Gyuh has been adopted to an anime, movie, and TV drama. It has a simple yet controversial plot: three yakuza men are forced to undergo […]
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