A giant squid, and other worthy uses of Covid grants
After a particularly interesting use of a Covid relief grant hit the headlines this week, Anna Stringer suggests other causes worthy of a few (s)quid here and there.
Japan
“Obligation Chocolate”: Japan’s Problematic Valentine’s Tradition
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many are stressing over what gift to get their significant other to suitably show their love and affection. Those stress levels are going…
8 Intriguing Facts About Japan
George Mullins lists 8 intriguing facts about the highly loved but highly controversial nation of Japan
The Curious Case of Yukio Mishima
Yukio Mishima was an elusive man. He was a Nobel Prize nominated writer, an actor, director and socialite. But, he also staged a failed military coup in the name of…
Rabbit in Painting: Japan
Easter is around the corner. I’m sure that you see many rabbits and eggs in stores. In Durham, some rabbits are hopping around the hill college. Even in ancient Japan,…
A glimpse into the Japanese music industry
Like me, you probably know next to nothing about Japanese music. In this article I will introduce you some interesting Japanese albums that you can have a listen to on…
Valentine Edition Part One: Love in Japanese Classic
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and the town is full of decorations and chocolates. Have you already had a plan with your boyfriend/girlfriend or are you looking for someone…
Board games in Asia
I guess most people enjoyed your time with families and friends during the vacation. In many countries, there are different games when families get together such as the new year…