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Shogi vs Chess: the Japanese board game explained
The Japanese game of Shogi is often referred to as Japanese Chess. To explain what Shogi is, lets compare it to the game we already know.
Where to watch Japanese movies
Finding where to watch Japanese movies can be tricky but here I put together a few services that are most useful.
Traditional Japanese dance becomes UNESCO ‘intangible cultural heritage’
41 traditional Japanese dance routines have officially become part of UNESCO’s ‘intangible cultural heritage’ following a meeting in Morocco.
A look at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic opening ceremony
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic opening ceremony has come and gone, and its a good time to reflect on what was witnessed in a ceremony like no other.
The Abroad in Japan book review
The Abroad in Japan book is the autobiographical account of well-known YouTuber Chris Broad as he seeks to share his experiences after ten years in Japan.
The Holland Park Kyoto Garden: The Japanese Garden of London
The Japanese style ‘Kyoto Garden’ found within Holland Park is a world away from where you’d expect to find it, I’m glad that it is.