Discover 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.
Japanese robotic arms in development at the University of Tokyo
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have recently demonstrated a set of Japanese robotic arms which aim to “advance human capabilities”.
Deciphering Japanese gardens: Purpose, composition and UK locations
What makes Japanese gardens so unique? I try to understand their purpose, composition and where in the UK you can view them.
Hokusai’s ‘The Great Wave’ print sells for a record $2.76 million
Katsuskika Hokusais’s ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’, sold for $2.76 million (roughly £2.26 million) at Christie’s Auction House in New York.
Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes film review
Beyond the infinite two minutes is a short film exploring the idea of time delay, told within a realistic environment. Learn what to expect here.
Samurai ronin and ninjas: what’s the difference?
Who were the samurai? what are ronin? and what were ninja’s really like? if you’ve ever asked one of these questions, here’s an understanding of each.