Dangerous discovery that the new Costco Japan mini-donuts served warm are close to my fave Hawaii malasadas 😋 Now all I need is Li Hing Moi topping
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30+ yrs in Hiroshima, Japan: sustainable tourism focus: tours, consulting & seminars | Feature 'good people doing great things in Japan' on the LIVE Seek-Sustainable-Japan talkshow & podcast https://youtube.com/@seeksustainablejapan
Wonderful insights on high-value rural Japan life, renovation, organic farming & sustainable, self-sufficient lifestyle from Ojiki isle in Nagasaki to Nagano www.youtube.com/live/_Ui2F0b...
Rural Nagano Life, Farming & Minka Renovations - Brett Rasmussen
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Having already blossomed once about a month ago, my osmanthus has inexplicably chosen to delight us once again with its heady scent and clusters of golden flowers. I’m trying not to conclude that it’s its death knell.
A guest explained 'Napoleon's idiot' strategy of leadership - if you can't explain the aim simply to a normal person, then you'd have to rethink & simplify how you explain it Best leaders are able to convey clear objectives in a few minutes Ex: AOC / Mamdani / Talarico / Sanders / Warren
Tobias Harris@tobiasharris.bsky.social · 2d agoIshiba slams "short video politics." "There's a growing trend of people demanding to be told the conclusion in 1 to 3 minutes. Is this really okay?" mainichi.jp/articles/202...
And a bunch of awkward teenaged boys will hold up their phones with special detachable microphones to the speaker as it plays, in order to capture the most authentic departure medley ever copied. I will not understand it, but I will smile at them, for they have found something that brings them joy.
SoraNews24 —Japan News— [Unofficial]@soranews24.com.web.brid.gy · 2d ago
finally made a round up post about "this isn't my first apocalypse" spiel Vancouver planetarium back in July ~ video, lovely photos, more links, odd screenshots, podcast interview, ancillary annotations bit messy but anyway, sneak preview if you're curious daveostory.com/speaking-pre...
“This is not my first apocalypse” ~ spiel at the planetarium round-up – Dave Olson's Creative Life Archive
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On the day of the Autumnal equinox (秋のお彼岸), the sunset was so beautiful! In Okinawa, people usually observe at home with their Butsudan and Hinukan. Some offer/eat Fuchagi. Usually around this time, there are also harvest festivals (usually Tsunahiki or Hounensai).
👏MOULDING GOOD FORTUNE🍬 Two types of sweets are typically used in tea gatherings: higashi (干菓子) for usu-cha (薄茶 'thin matcha'), and omogashi (主菓子) for koi-cha (濃茶 'thick matcha'). As the name suggests, higashi is a type of dry confectionery, whereas omogashi are fresh sweets with a short shelf-life.
Sometimes Japanese is a magical language: a gov minister is now in trouble after bragging about cutting the road repair funding for municipalities in his constituency that failed to support him in the last election. His last name ? やな大臣 Minister Yana (“Hateful”) youtu.be/b4U6gs7b89M?...
国交省「簗大臣の圧力なかった」予算カット発言巡り【スーパーJチャンネル】(2026年10月6日)
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80-year-old American spouting bull to group yesterday - was dying to say 'Ok Grandpa' but somehow resisted - some gems: - if you take a picture in Canada of a person w/o permission = sent to jail! - great Japan finally getting tough on immigration at last - Hiroshima revenge for Pearl Harbor
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Would you buy casual 'convenience wear' sold at convenience stores in Japan? Could be another niche service for apparel as conbini tie up with more fashion brands to offer leisure wear - a Uniqlo tie-up would hit, many already sell MUJI items, Lowry's farm.. @japantimes.co.jp
Earth-kun, the Tokyo Sewerage Bureau mascot, is a globe with a manhole cover hat.
Procession of ‘Aoi matsuri’ festival in Kyoto, Japan
NEW: Japan's famous for its customer service, but also for "customer harassment," verbal or even physical abuse of staff by customers who think they're god. A new law will require companies to do more to protect their employees. But will it work?
From October 1, Every Employer in Japan Must Protect Its Workers From Customer Harassment
The new national legal requirement doesn't carry any direct fines, and customers face no potential punishment for crossing the line.
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Finally taking new bookings for portraits in Tokyo! Great for residents and visitors, it could even be a gift for someone visiting Japan. My current promotion offers ¥10,000 off for advance bookings, with a further discount for Japan residents. Shares appreciated! davidrmunson.com/tokyo-portra...
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Discover customized Tokyo portrait photography on location by David R Munson. Capture your moments with professional photography tailored to your needs and unique style.
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Anyone have any leads on freelance creative or technical work? Or maybe thre's something you need a hand with that I could help you with? Currently looking for additional work to help me get ahead of new baby expenses. Thanks!
Horrifying news coming from Brazil. The Bolsonaro filth is just poised to win the presidency (chances of a reversal during the runoff are nil). That’s another middle power falling to far right and another democracy that is poised to become authoritarian. www.theguardian.com/world/ng-int...
Brazil presidential election 2026: first-round live results
Incumbent leftwing president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is standing against Flávio Bolsonaro. Follow the latest results live
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If it’s been a rough week for you due to the news cycle or whatever, this butterfly thinks you are awesome. And so do I.
From murals and botanical watercolor to children's book illustrations, three Peruvian Nikkei women artists are redefining contemporary creative expression. Learn how Tamie Tokuda, Sachiko Kobayashi, and Nori Kobayashi blend heritage, nature, and hand-crafted art:
Nikkei women artists: unpredictable expression
What is the purpose of art? Many have attempted to answer this, but for those who contemplate, consume, and enjoy it, one of those answers can be sur…
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From making an award-winning indie movie for just $2,000 to launching the ultra-popular Kaua'i Comic Con, filmmaker Aaron Yamasato’s career has been an wild ride—and it's all fueled by a lifelong love for Kikaida! 🦸♂️💥 Read the interview by Lee A. Tonouchi:
It’s All About Kikaida: Filmmaker Aaron Yamasato’s Perfectly Logical Second Career
As one little boy, before having even seen one movie, Aaron Yamasato wuz already sold on his mom’s pitch. “I remember my mother giving me…
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December 2025 was the first JLPT sitting to attract more than one million applicants worldwide, with 1,049,597 people applying across 81 countries and regions, as well as Japan's 47 prefectures.
JLPT Seats Are Running Out as Japan Ties More Visas to Japanese Tests
Just as the government is adding Japanese-language requirements to certain visas, the twice-yearly JLPTs are getting seriously crowded.
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