Japan and the Green Tea Ceremony in history Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The Japanese green tea ceremony is internationally famous because of the many angles to this rich cultural tradition. In historical terms this ceremony dates back to the ninth century and once the spiritual angle became associated then new dimensions [...]
Japan and geopolitics under PM Noda: bilateral naval exercise with India and global initiatives Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times In late 2011 it became apparent that the government of Japan was intent on spreading its international influence. Indeed, it could be argued that the current government is more open to influencing [...]
Tokyo tourism and gardens: Rikugien and Kiyosumi are exquisite gardens Sarah Deschamps and Lee Jay Walker 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 [...]
Tokyo fashion and gardens: Rikugien, Kyu-Furukawa and fashion in Omotesando Sarah Deschamps and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The beauty of Tokyo is that this mega-modern city caters for various lifestyles and areas change quickly. If you adore fashion then Tokyo is an amazing city because you have a plethora of choices. Therefore, each fashion district [...]
Japan and Vietnam moving ahead on nuclear deal Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The nuclear reality of Japan continues after Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda and the Prime Minister of Vietnam, Nguyen Tan Dung, built on events when Japan signed a feasibility study with Vietnam in September. This applies to building two [...]
Kukai: Shingon Buddhism and stunning Mount Koya Olivier Lecourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Kukai (774-835) who became known as Kobo Daishi established a lasting legacy because this religious leader believed in a unique form of Buddhism. According to Kukai an individual could attain enlightenment in one lifetime and this was very revolutionary. Earlier [...]
Tokyo Tourism: Rikugien Garden and Kyu-Furukawa Garden in Komagome Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is ultra-modern and because of the sheer size of the population and rich diversity of this superb capital city, you have endless places to visit. However, if you want to feel a more sedate side of [...]
Supreme Court in Japan: Karoshi verdict after tragic work related suicide Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Yuji Uendan tragically committed suicide after bouts of depression related to overwork and poor environmental conditions. Despite only being 23 years old he couldn’t take anymore and saw no way out. Therefore, depression, extreme tiredness, and [...]
Japanese nuclear consortium hoping to expand in Vietnam Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times In the last few weeks it appears that the nuclear reality is gaining momentum in Japan. This applies to Prime Minister Noda insisting that the nuclear reality will exist in Japan for the next few decades at the [...]
Pro-nuclear Mayor wins despite anti-Nuclear lobby in Japan Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The crisis in Fukushima at the Daiichi plant made no difference in the mayor election in Kaminoseki. Therefore, the pro-nuclear mayor was re-elected once more and he will continue to push ahead with plans for a new nuclear [...]
Kanstyle magazine to open up South Korean fashion, K-pop and culture in Japan Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Kanstyle magazine is now on the shelves in Japan because of the growing popularity of South Korean culture in the land of the rising sun. The Seoul based magazine is clearly hoping to [...]
Koyasan in Wakayama: Shingon Buddhism, Kukai and amazing scenery Olivier LeCourt and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Koyasan is located in Wakayama Prefecture and the stunning nature throughout the year is extremely beautiful. The rich legacy of culture and religion is still alive and Mount Koya provides amazing views. Therefore, you can understand why Kukai [...]
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