PRC live fire exercise near Taiwan evoked chilling images of war (and the PLA in action) just as Japan was remembering the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
The Ukraine crisis has made it clear that the the threat of nuclear war again looms over the world. Japan should lead pragmatic discussions on deterrence.
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As the IndyCar season winds down, Sato is 19th in the 36-driver standings entering August, including three top-10 finishes.
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The parade of floats are famous, but decidedly secondary to the evening processions that take Yasaka Shrine’s three deities into the city for a one-week stay.
“I think there are complicated relationships between different countries. But we can all resonate together in music. Don't be enemies; be friends.” ーTell Chang
What is necessary for the modern age and the future is to look not for the material, but for something immaterial that “resonates in people's hearts.”
The Gion Matsuri story crosses many cultural lines. Was Muto-shin really Susanoo-no-Mikoto or a Korean god? And in which country did the Shorai brothers live?
Members of Kagiyama’s training team detail his maturation as a skater, his father’s influence and his drive for on-ice success.
Whereas competition filled almost every waking moment in my American camp, Japanese summer camp focused more on getting kids working toward a common goal.
Fuji Rock Festival features a variety of booths and attractions in addition to music shows and food. Here are a few fun things you can do.