TJ
Volume 43. Issue #282
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial (二ヵ国語) Inside this issue |
15. Olympic Gold Medalist Ryo Kiyuna Calmness and gratitude |
| 2. YOSHIKI Makes History in Hollywood (二ヵ国語) Immortalized at TCL Chinese Theatre |
16. Karate Master Tomohiro Arashiro Helping to introduce karate to the U.S. |
| 3. Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri (二ヵ国語) Osaka’s thrilling festival |
17.Grandmaster Minobu Miki 1st person outside Japan with 8th-Degree Black Belt |
| 4. Hotels in the Kansai Region (二ヵ国語) Easy access to the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri |
18. Fumio Demura (1938-2023) A martial arts legend remembered |
| 5. Konamon (二ヵ国語) Kansai’s tasty cuisine |
19. Opportunity Called “Difficulty” (二ヵ国語) Zen wind from Tasaka Juku |
| 6. Takoyaki Recipe Yumiko’s homecooking |
20. Photographer Hiroyuki Suzuki Inspiring beauty within bleak realities |
| 7. Squid Pasta with Light Garlic Sauce Acclaimed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s recipe |
21. Hotels on the U.S. East Coast Washington, D.C., New York, Philadelphia, Boston & Montreal hotels |
| 8. Sake vs. Wine Fundamentals of food pairings |
22. Actor Yuya Yagira From Cannes Best Actor winner to Disney+ horror sensation |
| 9.Japan’s Kanzume Culture (二ヵ国語) Canned food is no longer simple stock food |
23. Miho Hazama Grammy-nominated composer on tour |
| 10.Gyokusen High-end suit brand & Japanese-French restaurant |
24. American Idol Alum Ava August The next stage in her career |
| 11. Japan’s Adaptive Fashion(二ヵ国語) Current trends on the catwalk |
25. Travel to Hollywood with Diamond Yukai Celebrity hotel review |
| 12. Actor Shin Koyamada The way of life through karate |
26. Tokyo Pop Pops in 4K Bubble-era Tokyo’s pop culture |
| 13. Elisa Au Three-time World Karate Champion |
27. The Bay City Rollers in Japan Bob Gruen’s photo retrospective |
| 14. U.S. Karate Olympian Sakura Kokumai From the karate dojo to the Tokyo Olympics |
28. Plus-Size Beauty Icon Yumi Nu Revamping Japan’s beauty standards |
Vidcon 2016
VidCon 2016
The Premier Gathering of Video Creators and Influencers
The Premier Gathering of Video Creators and Influencers
VidCon 2016, the renowned annual convention celebrating the world of online video and digital content, proved to be a melting pot of creativity, innovation, and inspiration. The 7th annual Vidcon took place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County, California from June 23-25, 2016.
From comedy and music to advocacy and storytelling, the event showcased the diverse talents and insights of some of the most prominent figures in the digital content world. VidCon continues to serve as a platform for creators, enthusiasts, and industry professionals to connect, learn, and shape the future of online video and digital media. With its unwavering commitment to fostering community and celebrating creativity, VidCon remains an unmissable event for anyone passionate about the dynamic world of online content creation. As attendees flocked to the conference, they were treated to a diverse lineup of speakers. Here are some of the notable speakers who graced the VidCon 2016 stages.
Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest
Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest
3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica, CA
In November 2021, the Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest was held through a virtual streaming event featuring design students of Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Kyushu Designer Gakuin Colleges from Japan, along with students from California State University Long Beach and the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. Finalists of the contest had their art publicly displayed along the 3rd Street Promenade near Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, California in one of the most prestigious walking areas of Los Angeles.
Japan’s Newest & Most Innovative Hotels
Japan’s Newest & Most Innovative Hotels
– Opened between 2020 and 2021 –
While the world was struggling with the spread of COVID-19, numerous hotels were opening in Japan. Many of these hotels and inns were being prepared for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in anticipation of a deluge of overseas visitors. However, the postponement of the Olympic and Paralympic Games for a year due to the pandemic put the country’s tourism and hotel industries in a difficult economic position. Despite this challenge, the innovative ideas and the desire to start new businesses persisted, and many of the hotels were nevertheless opened for business. The following are some of the most interesting hotels that opened their doors between 2020 and 2021. They’re well worth the visit to discover Japanese culture and the charm of these hotels.
Volume 42. Issue #281
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial (二ヵ国語) Inside this issue |
13. Mizuhiki (二ヵ国語) Handcrafting rope with a wish for your gift |
| 2. Onbashira (二ヵ国語) The most dangerous festival in Japan |
14. Pritzker Laureate Shigeru Ban A humanitarian architect |
| 3. Nagano Nostalgia Historian Peters Grilli recounts his travels |
15. Two Stonecutters (二ヵ国語) Zen wind from Tasaka Juku |
| 4. Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (二ヵ国語) Queen of kawaii headlines Coachella in California |
16. Philip Kotler, the Father of Marketing Marketing master shares his insight |
| 5. Shohei Ohtani (二ヵ国語) Japan’s gift to America |
17. Mixed Methods Research Pioneer Dr. John Creswell blazing new trails in research |
| 6. The Westin Anaheim Resort Look into Disneyland from this 4-star resort |
18. More Travels with Tani The late Donald Richie’s travels to Sado |
| 7. Gastronomic Sake Cuisine compatibility |
19. Great Japanese Hotels to Visit After COVID-19 (二ヵ国語) Travel destinations that opened during the pandemic |
| 8. Nobu Sashimi Salad with Matsuhisa Dressing Acclaimed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s recipe |
20. International Art Contest (二ヵ国語) Japanese college art on display in Santa Monica, California |
| 9. Sticky Ribs Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s recipe |
21. Mondo Grosso DJ Shinichi Osawa collabs with Ryuichi Sakamoto & more |
| 10. Michelin-Starred Sushi Kimura Singapore’s sushi chef Tomoo Kimura |
22. I Love Dance (二ヵ国語) Fashion designer Junko Koshino’s ode to dance |
| 11. Ponzu (二ヵ国語) The tangy sauce and its unique ingredients |
23. Tokyo Pop and Carrie Hamilton Legendary photographer Bob Gruen’s Japan pics |
| 12. Yakisoba Home cooking recipe for stir-fried noodles |
24. Putting on a Happy Face (二ヵ国語) Japanese music fans discover Jagwar Twin |
Product Reviews: Staying at Home in Style
Product Reviews: Staying at Home in Style
Rolling with Rola in L.A.
Rolling with Rola in L.A.
Fashion model, TV talent, actress, and singer Rola has one of the largest social media followings of any Japanese celebrity.
Travel to Las Vegas
Travel to Las Vegas
NoMad Las Vegas
On the top four floors of the Park MGM complex, the NoMad Hotel is one of the premier European-style hotels in Las Vegas.
Study in Japan
Study in Japan
Why study in Japan?
Yumiko's Home Cooking: YAKITORI
Yumiko's Home Cooking: YAKITORI
Prep Time:30 min
Cook Time:15 min
Total Time:45 min
Yakitori is a Japanese skewered chicken cooked on a grill with either sweet soy sauce or just salt. You do not marinate the chicken before cooking. It's great for entertaining a big crowd, as it is a kind of finger food and it is easy to make. In this recipe, you will learn how to make the two most common yakitori: negima (chicken and shallots or scallions) and momo (plain chicken thigh) with sweet soy sauce. The recipe also includes different methods of grilling yakitori – on a yakitori griller or barbecue, or using the oven grill or broiler.
Serves:12 skewers
Calories:100kcal
