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Sand, Smog, Or Something Covered Japan In A Yellow Haze
11This weekend, sand storms blew through Japan. Cities like Tokyo were covered in an unreal yellow haze.
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This Is One Tough Business Card
This isn’t the most beautiful business card. Folks like Goichi Suda (No More Heroes) or Hideo Kojima (Metal Gear Solid) have much better looking cards, but certainly not more amazing than Nihon Falcom’s seemingly indestructible cards. While it’s unlikely that these business cards will ever experience rough treatment, they are bound to be impressive in…
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For $400, You Too Can Live In Japanese Nerd Heaven
Tokyo’s Akihabara is Japanese nerd heaven. If you are a geek in Tokyo, then you’ll want to spend some time in Akihabara. Maybe you’ll want to live there.
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Japan’s Love Affair With Pigtails
The pigtail, or as they’re called in Japan “twintail”, is not a new hairdo by any stretch. It’s not new in the West, and it’s certainly not new in Japan. But in the last few years, it’s become more popular than ever. Earlier this year, the Japan Twintail Association was created to promote and celebrate…