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English and Japanese Art: Stunning Landscapes and Shin Hanga

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English and Japanese Art: Stunning Landscapes and Shin Hanga Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times John Constable and Ito Shinsui lived in vastly different societies and the time period between both is enormous. However, both artists provide an image of “the national spirit” within tranquility, beauty, nature, and a world which some people still yearn for. [...]

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Tokyo Tourism by the Sea: Stunning Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Beach Area and Fashion

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Tokyo Tourism by the Sea: Stunning Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Beach Area and Fashion Michel Lebon and Hiroshi Saito Modern Tokyo Times Odaiba in Tokyo really stands out because of the unique architecture, the stunning Rainbow Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, relaxing walkways by the sea, the unusual site of a beach, colorful boats which [...]

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Tokyo fashion and Style Arena: Daikanyama, Ginza, Harajuku, Omotesando and Shibuya

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Tokyo fashion and Style Arena: Vibes of Daikanyama, Ginza, Harajuku, Omotesando and Shibuya Sarah Deschamps and Hiroshi Saito Modern Tokyo Times   The different vibes of Tokyo fashion are always in heavy demand both internally and internationally therefore the Style Arena website is a must place to check continuously for latest images and news. Images [...]

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Tokyo Fashion News: Stylish Aoyama and Daikanyama

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Tokyo Fashion News: Stylish Aoyama and Daikanyama Kanako Itamae and Sarah Deschamps Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo fashion is internationally famous and the fashion districts of Aoyama and Daikanyama highlight the vibrancy of this amazing city. Daikanyama is a magnet for people aged in their twenties and thirties. Likewise the prime Aoyama market is known to [...]

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Tokyo Tourism and Stunning Gardens: Kiyosumi and Rikugien

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Tokyo Tourism and Stunning Gardens: Kiyosumi and Rikugien Sarah Deschamps and Kanako Itamae Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is an enormous city which attracts Japanese tourists, international tourists and business people all year round. This ultra-modern city means many things to different people because for some it is all about modernity but to others they want to dig [...]

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Osaka and Tokyo Fashion: Hotbed for Fashion in Mega Train Stations

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Osaka and Tokyo Fashion: Hotbed for Fashion in Mega Train Stations Sarah Deschamps and Hiroshi Saito Modern Tokyo Times In Japan you have a very natural relationship between modern and powerful train stations and the world of fashion. Indeed, many major train stations in Tokyo and Osaka, and throughout Japan, are real eye-openers to the [...]

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Japanese Art and Yumeji Takehisa: Complex Political Forces and Shusui Kotoku

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Japanese Art and Yumeji Takehisa: Complex Political Forces and Shusui Kotoku Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Yumeji Takehisa produced many stunning pieces of art but just like Shusui Kotoku, the revolutionary anarchist, and friend, he was caught up in the world of political intrigues and clashes of culture. His friendship with Shusui Kotoku meant [...]

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Tokyo Tourism: Adorable Korakuen Garden

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Tokyo Tourism: Adorable Korakuen Garden  Kanako Itamae Modern Tokyo Times  Koshikawa Korakuen Garden is a beautiful place to relax and to witness the stunning styles of a traditional garden in Tokyo.  The construction of Korakuen began in 1629 and the influence of China can be seen and felt when you enjoy your walk in this [...]

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Art of Japan and Yumeji Takehisa: Hope Engulfed by Sorrow

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Art of Japan and Yumeji Takehisa: Hope Engulfed by Sorrow Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Yumeji Takehisa was born in 1884 and died at the age of 49 in 1934. The last decade of his life was often traumatic because many areas of bleakness would engulf this gifted artist. This applies to natural events, [...]

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Tokyo Tourism: Stunning Garden, Rich in Culture and Amazing Place to Eat Tasty Food

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Tokyo Tourism: Stunning Garden, Rich in Culture and Amazing Place to Eat Tasty Food Olivier LeCourt and Kanako Itamae Modern Tokyo Times Chinzan-so is a stunning garden in Tokyo whereby you can view the natural beauty of an amazing Japanese garden, beautiful architecture, elements of Buddhism, the magical world of Shintoism, and so much more. [...]

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Tokyo Fashion and Lifestyle News: Otaku Culture, Fashion and Anime in Vibrant Tokyo

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Tokyo Fashion and Lifestyle News: Otaku Culture, Fashion and Anime in Vibrant Tokyo Hiroshi Saito and Michel Lebon Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo lifestyle is an amazing experience for Tokyoites, tourists and expatriates. The wealth of choices and things to do are boundless in this mega-city. Another amazing feature is that unlike many famous international cities [...]

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Tokyo Fashion, Lifestyle and Tourism: From Backwater to Ultra Modernity in Odaiba

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Tokyo Fashion, Lifestyle and Tourism: From Backwater to Ultra Modernity in Odaiba Sarah Deschamps and Kanako Itamae Modern Tokyo Times In Tokyo several places really stand out for being unique in style and this certainly applies to Odaiba. If this is your first visit to Tokyo then Odaiba is a must because of the stunning [...]

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