The suicide of a reality TV star rocked Japan and the world- but will anything change? A look at the dark side of living in the spotlight.
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Kristen Barrett
Kristen is a Michigan-born, LA-based writer. She studied abroad in Japan during college and taught English deep in the Japanese countryside after graduating. Kristen enjoys her days reading as many books as humanly possible and writing as much as she can.
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Interview with Aki Sugiyama, Co-founder of Kokoro Care Packages
Aki Sugiyama has turned her passion for fitness and bodybuilding into a successful business selling Japanese food around the world.
April 15, 2020
How Koyudo Makes The Best Brushes In The World
Having made the switch from calligraphy brush production fifteen years ago, KOYUDO is now one of the premier providers of fude, Japanese makeup brushes.
March 12, 2020
Giri/Haji: A Delightful, Unlikely Tale
Giri/Haji is an entertaining crime thriller worths watching, but it misses the opportunity to depict a more realistic version of Japanese people and culture.
February 10, 2020
The Mastermind behind Hotel Zen Tokyo – Taro Kagami
Taro was inspired by Kyoto’s small Taian teahouse and whisked up the idea of offering guests a zen-like experience at Hotel Zen Tokyo.
February 1, 2020
Hisashi Udatsu – World Class Sushi Chef
Udatsu Sushi, tucked away in the neighborhood of Nakameguro, is a space for people wanting a dining experience that will stand out amongst any other in Tokyo.
January 20, 2020
Marie Kondo: A Much-Needed Salve, or a Fleeting Fix?
The book Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and its Netflix’s visual sequel have made her a household name throughout the Western world.
December 19, 2019
The Best Japanese Reality Show on Netflix: Terrace House
Reality TV is anything but real – however, Terrace House does a commendable job of getting us close to a version of reality that feels like home.
November 12, 2019