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Japan Times
CULTURE / Books
Sep 22, 2022
Jenny Xie explores the subversive power of the concealed and the overlooked
In her new poetry collection, “The Rupture Tense,” Xie peeks at the past to examine the consequences of “how we see, what we see, and also what we allow to remain unseen.”
LIFE / Lifestyle
Sep 17, 2017
Sculptor Shintaro Okamoto cracks the ice in New York
As New York City's bar owners and mixologists strive for the perfect drinking experience, Shintaro Okamoto encourages them to consider an often-overlooked detail — the quality of the ice.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Aug 2, 2012
"The Grand Izumo Exhibition"
The Kyoto National Museum is commemorating the 1,300th anniversary of the Kojiki, the oldest chronicle in Japan, as well as next year's grand installation ceremony of Shimane Prefecture's Izumo Taisha, one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan.
Japan Times
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jul 20, 2012
The infamous queen of style
For fashion fans who harbor a love of vintage looks, "La Vie de Marie Antoinette" should prove an inspiration. Arranged in sections to reflect different aspects of her short but significant life, this exhibition charts the rise and fall of the infamous 18th-century Queen of France through portraits, illustrations and a number of antique accessories such as brooches, perfume cases and fob watches. Also on display is an original painting by Riyoko Ikeda, author of the popular Japanese comic series, "The Rose of Versailles."
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jul 12, 2012
"Studio Mumbai: Praxis"
This exhibition brings together the work of a wide range of Indian architects and craftsmen, all resident artisans of Studio Mumbai, headed by Bijoy Jain, one of India's top architects.
Japan Times
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jun 15, 2012
Boat races to mark festival
While Okinawa is known for waves and boats yearround, these summery things never draw more attention than they do on the day of the Hare Festival.
Japan Times
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jun 8, 2012
Christmas set to come early when gift trade show opens to the public
To anyone visiting Fukuoka next week and in need of omiyage (souvenirs) to take home, you may have hit the jackpot.
Japan Times
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jun 1, 2012
Sanno Matsuri means festival season is near
As the Tokyo Skytree takes Japan to new heights, the festival season brings the nation back down to its roots — and they run pretty deep.
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jun 1, 2012
Lantern spectacle and costume parade commemorate lord's arrival
The three days that comprise the Hyakumangoku Festival are sometimes said to be the most highly anticipated days of the year by Kanazawa residents, but they could be some of the best days for all of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
May 25, 2012
As the summer approaches, firefly-themed events light up Osaka
At the start of the month, Tokyo's Sumida River was filled with thousands of LED lights to create the illusion of fireflies. Nature lovers in Osaka hope you'll want the real thing.
No link to Nankai Trough quake seen after temblor in Shikoku
Satoshi Harada from the Meteorological Agency explains about the magnitude 6.6 earthquake during a news conference early Thursday.
Tehran signals no retaliation against Israel after drones attack Iran
A reported strike against Iran by Israel on Friday came against the backdrop of Iran's support for the Palestinian Hamas militant group, whose assault into Israel on Oct. 7 triggered Israel's invasion of Gaza.
In a first, Japan doctors sue Google over negative reviews on firm's map app
One of the lawyers representing a group of doctors suing Google told a news conference that the main purpose of the lawsuit is not to seek compensation but instead to raise awareness over various problems with the Google Maps system.
Former No. 1 Kento Momota retires from international badminton at 29
Badminton star Kento Momota leaves a news conference after announcing his retirement from Japan's national team, in Tokyo on Thursday.
Thousands evacuated as Indonesia volcano erupts
Indonesia's Mount Ruang spews hot lava and smoke as seen from Sitaro, North Sulawesi, on Wednesday.
'House of the Owl' brings Hollywood values to Japanese TV
In the new Disney+ series “House of the Owl,” Min Tanaka (left) plays a powerful political fixer, or “kuromaku,” who has a troubled relationship with his adult children, particularly his idealistic son, played by Mackenyu.
Benefits and risks: AUKUS looks to take gamble on Japan
U.S. President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British leader Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the AUKUS partnership, after a trilateral meeting, at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego in March last year.
Kyoto’s demon night parade lives to haunt another day
In a Kyoto long past, the "hyakki yagyō" (100 demon night parade) haunted a sleepy corner of Kyoto. Now, one enterprising monster enthusiast has won a small batttle to keep the march alive.
U.S. deploys midrange missile system in Indo-Pacific for first time
A U.S. Army Mid-Range Capability (MRC) Launcher arrives as part of the capability’s first deployment into theater on Northern Luzon, Philippines, April 8.
Unpacking the chaotic by-election in a scandal-hit Tokyo district
People listen to a campaign speech in Tokyo's Koto Ward on Tuesday.

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