The word "kawaii" means "cute" in Japanese, and cuteness has a status in Japan that's a little hard to comprehend until you've experienced it firsthand. In the US, it sometimes seems that cuteness, …
Hello Kitty Saryo (Tea House) in Kyoto
In the winding narrow shopping streets leading to Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto, you can find all sorts of traditional Japanese delights. Step into a shop and the vendor will offer you a tray full of …
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The San Francisco J-Pop Summit 2015
When I first heard of the J-Pop Summit, I wasn't sure if it would be my thing. I've never really gotten into the J-Pop genre of music (for whatever reason I find K-Pop to be much more enjoyable—maybe …
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