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2010 Hit Products in Japan

2010 Hit Products in Japan

"Made in Japan" writer Reina introduces and discusses key products that were hit products in Japan this year.
Moving to Canada

Moving to Canada

I remember the day I moved to Canada for university. I searched for my suitcase and cardboard box at the baggage claim at Pearson International. I couldn’t get one of those $2 carts because I didn’t have a toonie on me and my Japanese credit card didn’t work on the machine. So I adjusted my...
So, Do You Eat Sushi Every Day?

So, Do You Eat Sushi Every Day?

“I mean, you guys are both Asian. Why are you guys talking English to each other?” Jen frowns, rolls her eyes, and takes a deep breath.
An Asian Person in Canada (Super Shock!)

An Asian Person in Canada (Super Shock!)

You think being stereotyped as an Asian in North America is bad? Well...yeah it’s pretty bad. It’s pretty bad, because I’m actually an Asian who grew up in Asia - a FOB.