Keep to the Left!
How people move about in public spaces varies from one society to the next. What’s the “right” way in Japan?
Tokyo Metro: Do it at Home, Biyatch!
I know, I know… the Tokyo Metro ‘Do it at home’ poster series has been blogged about numerous times, but…
When has anyone ever accused me of being original?
Anyway, while I thought the first 5 or 6 posters were cool, it appears that the whole ‘Do it at home’ campaign has died in the arse, so [...]
Engrish of the Restroom
I almost hate to do Engrish posts because, 1) they’re too easy, and 2) English written on signs and posters in Japan is often for the benefit of foreigners, which is pretty damned nice, all things considered.
Yes, Japanese businesses are well known for their hospitality, and as a foreign visitor to Japan, one is often [...]
Gonna Miss You, Asashoryu
He may have been the most despised rikishi in Sumo, but there’s no denying he was the best. Well, still is the best since his retirement only came last week.
At 29, and as strong as ever, Asashoryu should not be retiring.
So what if he rubbed some Sumo purists the wrong way. So what if he [...]
Tokyo Blog Remake
Ok, Tokyo Filter has been around for a couple of years and this is the third incarnation of the site. However, it now serves as my blog, the same way 7:10 to Tokyo did.
The reason for the switch? Well, 7:10 was originally meant to be a blogazine with several contributors, and in the beginning, it [...]
Takarasagashi: Nose-Picking, Japanese-Style
Growing up in Southern California, in a predominantly Asian neighborhood, I was always shocked by the sight of Asian men picking their noses in public. Ok, I should say any grown men, but the vast majority were Asian. I mean, my mother would slap me across the back of my head if my finger ever [...]
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An American living in Tokyo. Can be seen bounding through Shinjuku Station most mornings, teeth gnashing, eyes bulging, a cup of cheap coffee clenched in one fist and a satchel in the other. God help those who don't see him coming.
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