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Jan 31, 2010

You're in the director's chair for a sci-fi that outlasts 'Avatar'

NEW YORK — Fans of "Avatar" rave about how immersive it is, but it has a problem: The film only lasts 161 minutes.

From easily navigable train stations to the helpfulness of its municipal staff, Tokyo has earned high praise for its commitment to accessibility for disabled travelers.

[Rebroadcast] Japan is doing better on accessibility than you may think

Later this month, author Shogo Imamura will open Honmaru, a bookstore that allows other businesses to rent its shelves. It's part of a wave of ideas Japanese booksellers are trying to compete with online spaces.

The story isn't over for Japan's bookstores

By Alex K.T. Martin

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A young restaurant leads the way in Karuizawa

A young restaurant leads the way in Karuizawa

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