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  • Kokuhaku

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    I wanted to clear things up, following some comments on the Jim Frederick involvement with the recently published Japanese Charles Jenkins autobiography. I checked with Jim, and KOKUHAKU is indeed the book he wrote with Jenkins. When the publisher asked if he wanted to be mentioned in the Japanese edition, he decided that it wasn’t…

  • Tokyo Asia-Pacific Entertainment Festival

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    This looks like fun, and I believe it’s the event where Sony is going to be premiering some PS3-related vids (and possible hands-on gameplay). While the contents of the “Tokyo Content Market” […] is rather business-oriented, this festival here is more for the end user. It’s the first big event gathering various aspects of entertainment…

  • Canned Coffee

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    Craig over at Chin Music Press sends word that their latest baby, the “Canned Coffee” site (or dare I say brand), has finally gone live. Coffee and literature have always made quite a team. There’s nothing quite like opening a new book in your favorite cafe, a steaming cup of coffee by your side. But…

  • Luxe Tokyo

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    Has anyone ever used the LUXE CITY GUIDE for Tokyo (or any other city for that matter)? If so, what are your thoughts? They do look like nice little decadent guides.

  • The Book of Pallalink

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    Last year I talked about THE BOOK OF PALLALINK, featuring symmetrical photography/design by architect Kazuhiko Kawahara, and this past weekend I finally got my hands on a copy. As expected, it’s a stunning piece of work, and I can’t stop leafing through it. I don’t know if there are any copies left (it was limited…

  • Kuhaku Is Such a Slut

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    For those who still haven’t picked up a copy of Chin Music Press’ KUHAKU, the following review from Bookslut might convince you.

  • Design/Books/Cafe

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    Design/Books/Cafe. Three things that just seem to go hand-in-hand, and the ongoing “German Year” event offers up something for lovers of all 3: One of the central themes of the “German year” is design. While to those familiar with German design the current “DesignLab” series is recommended as a source of inspiration and advanced information,…

  • Writers of the Moment

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    A call-out to all my great readers: Who would you say is the “it” Japanese writer of the moment? I’m trying to find out who would be an interesting writer to profile. You can email me, or leave a comment.

  • Caravan Gone

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    Seems that Caravan Books in Ikebukuro has closed its doors for good (even their website has expired). From the Chin Music Press blog: I’m sad to announce that Caravan Books of Ikebukuro has passed away. One of a kind, nestled away (cause of death?) in a quiet neighborhood near Ikebukuro station. Tastefully lit (take note…

  • Architecture Now!

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    Taschen, purveyor of drool-worthy titles, is celebrating their 25th anniversary with a special series of books that they are selling for ridiculous prices. I was at the Libro bookstore in Shibuya’s Parco earlier this evening, and picked up a hardcover copy of the gorgeous ARCHITECTURE NOW! for only 2000 yen! They also had quite a…