Books
Alex Kerr sounded an alarm 25 years ago. Did Japan listen?
by Chiara Terzuolo
On the anniversary of his breakout novel ‘Lost Japan,’ the author finds reasons for hope in some rural towns.
Books / Reviews
‘Sesson Shukei’: An artist’s portrait emerges from the shadows
by Martin Laflamme
Art historians Frank Feltens and Yukio Lippit shed light on Sesson Shukei, a prominent figure in medieval art whose history has been mostly lost to time.
Music
JO1 to the world: A new stage for J-pop
by Patrick St. Michel
The 11-member act signals the rise of reality TV talent competitions geared toward the social media age.
