Ethics and DNA Testing : A focus on the Emperors and Empresses of the Kofun and Ainu of Japan.
Many questions are raised when it comes to ethical standards associated in the anthropology and archaeology fields. DNA testing is
Japanese history/culture and car culture
Many questions are raised when it comes to ethical standards associated in the anthropology and archaeology fields. DNA testing is
In the Japanese language `kaizoku` is the word for pirate but if you ask a Japanese what their image of
A few years ago my wife and I went to Kokura for the day. It`s a big industrial city now
Firstly, I would like to say hello to the people who have recently followed me. I really appreciate your support
On a great stone monument near a flower-strewn grave in the verdant Yamaguchi countryside is a telltale description of the
I can’t believe that February has gone by so quickly. I’ve been busy preparing for the opening of my new
I recently visited Yamaguchi Prefecture and found out that the first Christmas ever celebrated in Japan was right there. During
The end of this semester is nearly here. I have no lessons today but I still have to be here
The DR30 Skyline is one of the most iconic cars in the 1980s. This restored DR30 looks like it just
Iwaya castle ruins sits within Onojo fortress ruins. Onojo fortress dates back to the 7th century making it probably the
I live only 15 minutes by car away from Onojo. The mountain , Mt Shioji is easily seen from where
This is one of my favourite temple regions and it is a World Heritage Site to boot. You will need
Pictorial of my pit walk from the Super GT race in Autopolis 2019. Captions added. Photos by Stuart
A little while ago when I lived in Mihara in Hiroshima I had the opportunity to see a beautiful sunset.
Last May a friend of mine (Audrey) from Australia came to Fukuoka and we had a chance to meet up
Despite Fukuoka castle being one of the all time great castles of Japan (I’m a bit biased as I live
If you’re a fan of Japanese history as I am I strongly suggest you visit the National Museum in Sakura
Thankyou to the new people who have followed me. I hope you can enjoy Japan as much as I do.
Spring is here and it’s car show season in Japan. I haven’t done this before but I’m going to showcase
I have a new article on Taiken Japan. https://taiken.co/single/hakata-ori-experiencing-the-traditional-weaving-of-fukuoka/ This is about the famous silk weaving traditionally from Hakata. Enjoy.
Sengoku Jidai Sixteenth Century Japanese History
Helping people who have to say "now what?"
Hiking trails in Kyushu, Japan
Family life in Japan, and other stuff
We love our bread, we love our butter, and most of all, we love each other.
History, pop culture and art combine in a journal dedicated to the spirit of Japan.
Samurai Novels Blog of author Akira Fuyuno.
Travel and exploration
An Artist’s Journey
a pilgrimage of the heart
Oishii (pronounced "oy-shee") is Japanese for delicious! Writing about delicious travel, culture and food from around the world, especially Japan.
Fruit of mindfull being with myself. Result of listening deeply to the inner woods :)
Exploring Japan's popular tourist spots and off-the-beaten paths
the writings, musings, and photography of a dream smith
The Best of Fukuoka and Kyushu
Expats in Japan