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After competitive start, US overpowers depleted Canada at FIBA U19 in Prague
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After competitive start, US overpowers depleted Canada at FIBA U19 in Prague

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Nadal-Djokovic: that other great rivalry

The only way to beat Rafael Nadal on the French Open clay is to play like Rafa Nadal. That’s what … Continue reading Nadal-Djokovic: that other great rivalry

MUSIC: At Blue Note in Tokyo, it’s guitar whiz Pat Metheny playing at your table
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MUSIC: At Blue Note in Tokyo, it’s guitar whiz Pat Metheny playing at your table

story and photos by Christopher Johnson —– Akiko Kawamoto, a bank employee from Osaka, took a train for 600 kilometres, … Continue reading MUSIC: At Blue Note in Tokyo, it’s guitar whiz Pat Metheny playing at your table

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MUSIC: Guitar whiz Pat Metheny set for no less than 12 shows in Tokyo

Japan audiences well-trained to appreciate the world’s greatest living guitarist by Christopher Johnson When I began writing feature stories about … Continue reading MUSIC: Guitar whiz Pat Metheny set for no less than 12 shows in Tokyo

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TRAVEL: Sakura to soothe the soul in Tokyo

In spite of hardships, there’s always Japan’s cherry-blossom season to savor By Christopher Johnson 30 March, 2011 http://travel.cnn.com/tokyo/play/japan-tsunami-earthquake-2011/sakura-soothe-soul-still-time-nature-tokyo-086197 The upcoming hanami season … Continue reading TRAVEL: Sakura to soothe the soul in Tokyo

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The first Tokyo International Literary Fest stirs up Tokyo’s “Latent Literati”

by Christopher Johnson For years, Tokyo, which has no shortage of literary talent, has lagged behind Hong Kong and Bangkok … Continue reading The first Tokyo International Literary Fest stirs up Tokyo’s “Latent Literati”

Christopher Johnson’s new Japan novel Kobe Blue on sale at Amazon.com
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Christopher Johnson’s new Japan novel Kobe Blue on sale at Amazon.com

From the Bubble Economy to the Kobe earthquake and beyond, Kobe Blue is more than a wry and insightful look at the … Continue reading Christopher Johnson’s new Japan novel Kobe Blue on sale at Amazon.com

Christopher Johnson’s novel Siamese Dreams on sale
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Christopher Johnson’s novel Siamese Dreams on sale

Buy the e-book of Siamese Dreams for $5 at  http://www.amazon.com/Siamese-Dreams-ebook/dp/B00BEJJDHM/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_2 “Original, brilliant and a very entertaining read. I couldn’t put … Continue reading Christopher Johnson’s novel Siamese Dreams on sale

Japan, Ski, Sports, Travel, Uncategorized

New flights make for cheaper ski trips to powdery Furano, Japan

It’s now cheap and easy to reach Japan’s Far North. Thanks to new airlines and tourism promotions, it’s cheaper than … Continue reading New flights make for cheaper ski trips to powdery Furano, Japan

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SOCCER: Corinthians stun Chelsea to win Club World Cup 2012 in Japan

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COOL JAPAN: Why Japan Losing its Cool might be a Cool Thing

To boost cultural exports, Japan could start by improving its culture and giving money to artists, not ad agencies by … Continue reading COOL JAPAN: Why Japan Losing its Cool might be a Cool Thing

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Obama’s grand coalition of urbanites, minorities wins 2012 election

Key points about the US Election: –Women were 53 percent of the electorate; about 55 percent of them favored Obama. … Continue reading Obama’s grand coalition of urbanites, minorities wins 2012 election

Mansoor Ahmed photos of Team USA basketball at London 2012 Olympics
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Mansoor Ahmed photos of Team USA basketball at London 2012 Olympics

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Baghdad photos 2003

See the full gallery on Posterous photos by Christopher Johnson in Baghdad, Iraq, mostly near the Palestine Hotel in early … Continue reading Baghdad photos 2003

Big Sugar aims to “Eliminate Ya” across Canada and US
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Big Sugar aims to “Eliminate Ya” across Canada and US

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Photos of Toronto Raptors by Ray Vysniauskas of LIT news in Vilnius, Lithuania
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Photos of Toronto Raptors by Ray Vysniauskas of LIT news in Vilnius, Lithuania

All photos are copyright Ray Vysniauskas. For permission to use these photos, please contact him at: rayvys@gmail.com. See more of … Continue reading Photos of Toronto Raptors by Ray Vysniauskas of LIT news in Vilnius, Lithuania

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TENNIS: Raonic inspires hope at US OPEN

Milos Raonic shows top 10 within reach after proud US Open showing by Christopher Johnson At one point during his … Continue reading TENNIS: Raonic inspires hope at US OPEN

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TENNIS: Raonic inspires hope with play at US OPEN

Milos Raonic shows top 10 within reach after proud US Open showing by Christopher Johnson At one point during his … Continue reading TENNIS: Raonic inspires hope with play at US OPEN

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Black Keys revive Blues Rock at Frequency Fest in Austria

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Triumph of the Wilco at Frequency Fest in Austria

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Glas Vegas bring Glasgow glow to Frequency Fest in Austria

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Ed Sheeran, Blood Red Shoes, Hot Chip, Bloc Party, XX, others at Frequency Fest in Austria

See the full gallery on Posterous See the full gallery on Posterous See the full gallery on Posterous See the … Continue reading Ed Sheeran, Blood Red Shoes, Hot Chip, Bloc Party, XX, others at Frequency Fest in Austria

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The Hives at Frequency: cheesy gags, silly songs, and serious chops

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Dandy Warhols: a youthful Sonic Youth with sex appeal and cool shades

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Mad energy rising from The Cribs at Frequency in Austria

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The Subways more than Charlotte Cooper’s hair at Frequency Festival

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Dry the River flowing with currents of music at Frequency Festival in Austria

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The Maccabees carry Brit rock flame at Frequency Festival in Austria

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Gavin Rossdale of Bush at top of his game at Frequency Festival in Austria

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Korn exorcizes demons at Frequency Festival in Austria

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Noel Gallagher: After the Champagne Supernova

Noel Gallagher faces one of the biggest challenges in the life of a musician: what to do after the break-up … Continue reading Noel Gallagher: After the Champagne Supernova

Frequency Festival rocks Austria with beer, babes, pretzels, and love
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Frequency Festival rocks Austria with beer, babes, pretzels, and love

Deep in the heart of central Europe lurks one of the world’s better rock festivals. For four days in August, … Continue reading Frequency Festival rocks Austria with beer, babes, pretzels, and love

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Women’s soccer gains millions of new fans at London Olympics

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Qualifying late, Canadian women reach quarters at Olympic basketball

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Resurgent del Potro beats Djokovic to win Olympic bronze at Wimbledon

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Olympic Andy is Dandy at Wimbledon London 2012

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TENNIS: Nishikori vs Nishikori, portrait of an athlete’s internal struggle

Kei Nishikori is Japan’s best male tennis player ever, and he’s capable of challenging the world’s top players. He also … Continue reading TENNIS: Nishikori vs Nishikori, portrait of an athlete’s internal struggle

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TENNIS: Nishikori vs Nishikori, portrait of an athlete’s internal struggle

Kei Nishikori is Japan’s best male tennis player ever, and he’s capable of challenging the world’s top players. He also … Continue reading TENNIS: Nishikori vs Nishikori, portrait of an athlete’s internal struggle

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Canada soars at Olympics, but loses to France

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Canadian women scrap, claw to Olympic victory at London 2012

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BASKETBALL: USA reign in Spain

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BASKETBALL: Argentina shows how USA can be beat

TWO to TANGO: Argentina shows how TEAM USA can be beaten   by Christopher Johnson   BARCELONA–When TEAM USA doesn’t … Continue reading BASKETBALL: Argentina shows how USA can be beat

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BASKETBALL: On the sidelines with TEAM USA in Manchester

TEAM USA: Not the Dream Team perhaps, but a Team Team   By Christopher Johnson   MANCHESTER–With TEAM USA blowing … Continue reading BASKETBALL: On the sidelines with TEAM USA in Manchester

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BASKETBALL: USA reign in Spain

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BASKETBALL: Argentina shows how USA can be beat

  But Argentina fought back, forcing the US to sweat late in the game for a narrow victory in Barcelona. … Continue reading BASKETBALL: Argentina shows how USA can be beat

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BASKETBALL: On the sidelines with TEAM USA in Manchester

TEAM USA: Not the Dream Team perhaps, but a Team Team   By Christopher Johnson   MANCHESTER–With TEAM USA blowing … Continue reading BASKETBALL: On the sidelines with TEAM USA in Manchester

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How Air Canada turned a 14-hour trip into a 40-hour ordeal

AIR CANADA REFUSES TO REFUND PASSENGERS AFTER 40-HOUR TRIP FROM TORONTO TO EUROPE   I have been a loyal customer … Continue reading How Air Canada turned a 14-hour trip into a 40-hour ordeal

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Japan held innocent Nepali 15 years over death of TEPCO employee

Wrongful conviction puts spotlight on Japanese justice   Nepali man, wrongly jailed 15 years after death of TEPCO worker, released … Continue reading Japan held innocent Nepali 15 years over death of TEPCO employee

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photos of Lemon Bucket Orkestra tour in Romania

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Years after radioactive fallout, paradise still found on Likiep Atoll in Marshall Islands

      Local color: Just another sunset on Likiep Atoll. CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON Paradise found in Renaissance man’s footsteps By CHRISTOPHER … Continue reading Years after radioactive fallout, paradise still found on Likiep Atoll in Marshall Islands

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