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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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Are Japanese Sambos Better Than American Sambos?

November 6, 2011 – 8:05 pm | 4 Comments

I would like to say “Arigato” to Steve Silver for posting a link to the Japan Sociology blog story on the Little Black Sambo sequel in Japan, “Ufu and Mufu: The Cute Little Twins’ Big …

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.

6.7 Shakes Iwate Prefecture

June 23, 2011 – 4:06 am |

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake occurred at 06:51 Jun 23 (Japan time) in the Iwate prefecture. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency the depth of the trembler was about 20 km. A brief tsunami warning was issued, however as of late it has been cancelled. There are no reports of damage at this time. We will keep you posted as information comes in.

Say What? My Boyfriend is Asian

May 29, 2011 – 1:03 pm |

Hey BT’ers! Here is an interesting post by ShaSha over at the My Boyfriend is Asian blog entitled: “Wanna Meet Asian Men? Then Get Yo Ass Out the Country!” ShaSha writes”
“LOL got your attention right? …

Tokyo’s Governor pulls the plug on vending machines

May 23, 2011 – 10:58 pm |

As Japan braces for the summer months and the looming posiblity of power shortages, the governor of Tokyo Shintaro Ishihara has issued the order to pull the plug on vending machines in the area. With roughly one machine for every twenty-three people, Japan has the highest number of vending machines per capita.

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.

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