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Japanese Consulate San Francisco Vice Consul Charged with Assualt and 14 Counts of Domestic Violence

May 9, 2012 – 5:58 am |

An interesting turn of events that should test the diplomatic will of Japan and the  application of domestic and international law. The LA TImes reports:
“A Japanese consulate official faces felony charges after San Mateo County …

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Osaka Evessa’s Lynn Washington Gets the Bounce and Scores a Drug Bust Victory

April 2, 2012 – 12:01 pm |

The Japan Times has reported that Osaka Evessa’s Lynn Washington has been released from custody and fully exonerated after being arrested and accused of drug smuggling. I’m glad that Washington beat the full court press, the California …

Black Tokyo Introduces Black Water

August 11, 2011 – 7:38 am |

Octave One will be performing in Tokyo on Saturday August 13th at the “Raft 3rd Anniversary party” held at the “Womb” in Shibuya. The group has released some terrific music, but I would have to say that “BlackWater” featuring Ann Saunderson is my all time favorite song.

Black in Japan Series

June 16, 2011 – 11:40 am |
Black in Japan Series

Hey BT’ers!
Here is an interesting video series by Gimmeaflakeman on being black in Japan. The first person interviewed in Kemushichan. Be sure to check out her FB page, YouTube videos and Gaman series..

Stevie Wonder’s Message of Love

May 23, 2011 – 9:15 pm |
Screen capture of United Nations YouTube clip featuring Stevie Wonder.

In a United Nations public service announcement, Stevie Wonder sends a message of love and solidarity to the people of Japan.

StarrWulf: Thoughts on Japan and the World 1 Week Later

March 23, 2011 – 12:23 am | One Comment
StarrWulf: Thoughts on Japan and the World 1 Week Later

Hey BT’ers!
An insightful and honest observation on being in Japan during the earthquake and tsunami from Jason a.k.a. @starrwulf on Twitter. He says:
“Ever since the Great Kanto-Tohoku Disaster took place, I have had some things …

Tokyo’s First Lady Of Soul

March 4, 2011 – 12:43 pm | One Comment
Tokyo’s First Lady Of Soul

Black Tokyo is pleased to present a new series of posts on Blacks in Japan’s entertainment industry. Our first story features singer, song writer and producer, Ms. Brenda Vaughn.
According to information obtained from the CD …

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