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UNBOXING: Nanoblock NBH. 108 世界最小最ブロック Inari Shrine
Kawada Nanoblock Inari Shrine scale model The nanoblock concept brings model building to a micro sized block level! With these micro sized Lego bricks the finished model resembles a pixelated image in 3 dimensions! Here I present the nanoblock NBH_108 Inari Shrine – check out those Inari foxes standing guard at the front, genius! Blocks…
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BOOK: Saigo Takamori – The Last Samurai – The Life and Battles
“The Last Samurai – The Life and Battles of Saigo Takamori” by Mark Ravina This detailed and insightful study of the great Saigo Ichinosuke/Takamori chronicles his beginnings as the eldest sibling of a Samurai family, where he studiously absorbed the writings of Confucius as well as mastered the Samurai martial arts. Possessing a large, well…
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LANGUAGE: Express uncertainty – ‘Might’ and ‘May or may not’ – 〜かもしれない|〜かどうか
かもしれません・かもしれない and かどうか are 2 ways to express uncertainty in Japanese. かもしれません・かもしれない has the nuance of something ‘might’ be whilst かどうか has the nuance of something ‘may or may not’ Here are a couple examples to express uncertainty using かもしれない and かどうか: かもしれません・かもしれない・Might JLPT N4 走れば終電に間に合うかもしれない。 はしればしゅうでんにまにあうかもしれない。 If I run I might make the last train in time. かどうか・May…
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BOOK: Japanese Architecture – An Exploration of Elements and Forms
“Japanese Architecture – An Exploration of Elements and Forms” by Mira Locher | Foreword by Kengo Kuma A beautifully detailed book organised by sections of a traditional Japanese building. We found about how traditional architecture came about through influences of nature and by osmosis, Shintoism. Guided from materials, construction techniques to room assembly, floor and…
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UNBOXING: GUNDAM GN-001 Exia Bandai Gunpla
1/144 scale model HG GUNDAM 00-01 ガンダムエクシア Scale model of the GN-001 Gundam Exia mobile suit from the series, Mobile Suit Gundam 00, piloted by Setsuna F. Seiei 刹那・F・セイエイ. Box detail: Booklet and instruction guide: Build parts:
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BOOK: Masterpieces of Kabuki – Eighteen Plays on Stage
“Masterpieces of Kabuki – Eighteen Plays on Stage” by James R. Brandon & Samuel L. Leiter The 18 Kabuki plays selected by the authors are presented here as their most famous scenes, translated into English. The selection is derived from the 4 volume “Kabuki Plays on Stage” and are presented in chronological order, respecting the…
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BOOK: A History of Japan by R.H.P. Mason & J.G. Caiger
“A History of Japan” by R.H.P. Mason & J.G Caiger Audience Those seeking to gain a brief overview of Japanese history from the Heian period (year 794), ‘Medieval Japan’ (year 1185), Tokugawa era (year 1600), the Meiji Restoration (year 1868) and onwards through ‘Modern’ Japan (year 1912+), whilst learning how culture and the arts influenced…
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MANGA: Kodoku No Gurume “The Solitary Gourmet”
Inogashira Goro is a salaryman who loves seeking out soul food wherever he is on business. We follow him as he satisfies his cravings, diving into izakayas, casual dining restaurants and sushi bars! The stories are focussed on Inogashira san’s voracious appetite and introduces us to various set meals that each establishment is famous for…
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HISTORY: A Primer on The Shōgunate and The Samurai of Feudal Japan
Overview Between 1192 and 1867 (of the Gregorian calendar) Japan ceased to be governed by the Emperor following the Genpei war where it was overthrown by the powerful Minamoto family and The Shōgunate was formed. This became the governing political body and comprised hierarchically of the 1. ‘Shōgun’ leader, 2. ‘Daimyo’ warlords, 3. the ‘Samurai’…
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HOW TO: Play Tabikaeru with guided translations
Installed Tabikaeru? A bit lost in translation? Never fear, here’s your guide to start getting your little frog travelling 🙂 That’s the end of part one! Next time we will use our harvested clover leaves to buy things in the shop! 皆さん頑張ってくだだい
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