According to a study by Japanese researcher professor Tomoko Imai of Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts in Kyoto, upping one’s rice intake may be effective in…… Read more “A bowl of rice a day keeps the pounds away”
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Confronting my straight privilege
“Mom, dad, I have something to say… I’m straight.” Well, that was anti-climactic. It’s a statement. I didn’t have to announce it, because society assumes this. I…… Read more “Confronting my straight privilege”
Holi–a far cry from Holiness!
The day before the day before the final day of March 2019 marked one of the final times that Holi can be celebrated this year and in…… Read more “Holi–a far cry from Holiness!”
Oink-tastic Organs?
The University of Tokyo announced the start of an experiment to grow human pancreases in pigs for transplantation. The initial plan is to launch the first project…… Read more “Oink-tastic Organs?”
The Museum of What?!
Fecal matter or its colloquial term ‘poop’ is one of those touchy subjects that’s rarely discussed. After all, the mere mention of a bowel movement is enough…… Read more “The Museum of What?!”
How much for tissue paper?!
The Osaka Bar Association advised Osaka Prison to lower the cost of their amenities, including tissue paper as it was revealed that its prisoners could not afford…… Read more “How much for tissue paper?!”
My Golden Week disaster
April is coming to an end and those across Asia are gearing up for a national holiday week filled to the brim with festivals, discounted sales and…… Read more “My Golden Week disaster”
Let spices curb your respiratory ailments
A joint study including the Japanese curry roux maker House Foods Corp. and a Kyoto University professor, has concluded that curry spices can in fact ease the…… Read more “Let spices curb your respiratory ailments”
Japan’s dwindling workforce
The working-age population of Japan decreased further in 2018, altering its ratio to the general population to a record low, according to government data. Meanwhile, the growth…… Read more “Japan’s dwindling workforce”
The Not-So-Sweet Hermit Life
According to a recent Japanese government survey, around 613,000 people aged 40 to 64 are recluses who hide within the confines of their homes without going to…… Read more “The Not-So-Sweet Hermit Life”
Whopping Wagyu Anyone?
In honor of the upcoming ascension of Crown Prince Naruhito, a restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo has unveiled their giant wagyu burger patties, topped with all…… Read more “Whopping Wagyu Anyone?”
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