The History of Cremation in Japan
Although Buddhism propelled the popularity of cremation across Asia, its staying power, particularly in Japan, has been for practical reasons.
Japan, the U.S, and the Perils of International Education Comparisons
Current comparisons of U.S. and Chinese educational systems echo earlier comparisons to Japan.
Otsukimi: Celebrating the Autumn Moon
Otsukimi, falling on the 13th or 15th of October, celebrates the harvest moon.
Interview with Godzilla
The awesome destructive power of the beast is widely understood to be a metaphor for nuclear weapons. Is this too facile an idea?