Battle Royale film review: 20 year perspective
Battle Royale, a film released over 20 years ago is still just as shocking as was then. Lets look at what makes it so and the effects it had.
Japan begins carbon trading trial scheme
This week, Japan unveils its new carbon trading trial scheme that intends to keep the country heading towards its climate goals.
Japanese tatami mats: from traditional to modern
Tatami mats are a unique type of Japanese flooring that has existed for over 1000 years, but they are also adapting to modern lifestyles. Lets understand the changes.
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Is the Fukushima disaster nearing a conclusion?
Recently, parts of the town of Futaba within Fukushima has been given the ‘all clear’ to re-enter. Also, water stored in the Daiichi power plant is to be released.
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.
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Self-driving vending machine trialled in Japan
Japan begins finding it’s own use for new self-driving technology, in the form of a vending machine on wheels.
Minna no Nihongo book review: a useful Japanese resource?
Minna no Nihongo is a series of books aimed at teaching Japanese. What can you expect to find? and most importantly, is it a useful Japanese resource?
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Japanese researchers announce artificial gravity is in the works
Japanese researchers have announced a proposal that could see artificial gravity become a reality in the future.
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12 of the best Japanese restaurants in the UK
Japanese cuisine is some of the best in the world, but there are also many Japanese restaurants to be found in the UK. Here’s 12 of the best.
The Japan electricity shortage combining with increasing temperatures
Japan is facing an electricity crisis which has been highlighted by the roasting temperatures currently affecting the country.
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