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
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
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
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
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
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
SOCCER: Corinthians stun Chelsea to win Club World Cup 2012 in Japan
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
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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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
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
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
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
Black Keys revive Blues Rock at Frequency Fest in Austria
Triumph of the Wilco at Frequency Fest in Austria
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
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The Hives at Frequency: cheesy gags, silly songs, and serious chops
Dandy Warhols: a youthful Sonic Youth with sex appeal and cool shades
Mad energy rising from The Cribs at Frequency in Austria
The Subways more than Charlotte Cooper’s hair at Frequency Festival
Dry the River flowing with currents of music at Frequency Festival in Austria
The Maccabees carry Brit rock flame at Frequency Festival in Austria
Gavin Rossdale of Bush at top of his game at Frequency Festival in Austria
Korn exorcizes demons at Frequency Festival in Austria
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
Women’s soccer gains millions of new fans at London Olympics
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Qualifying late, Canadian women reach quarters at Olympic basketball
Resurgent del Potro beats Djokovic to win Olympic bronze at Wimbledon
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
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
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
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
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
BASKETBALL: USA reign in Spain
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
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
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
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
photos of Lemon Bucket Orkestra tour in Romania
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
Marshall Islands have lessons for Japan about nuclear radiation
The Marshall Islands: Tropical idylls scarred like Tohoku By CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON Special to The Japan Times http://www.japantimes.co.jp/text/fl20120610x1.html With all its … Continue reading Marshall Islands have lessons for Japan about nuclear radiation
Rupa Marya and the April Fishes at Palace of Arts in Budapest
Lemon Bucket Orkestra take East European music, Toronto punk soul to Romania
Rupa Marya and April Fishes play for Air Canada passengers stranded overnight at Toronto airport after flight 876 to Frankfurt cancelled
Another delay, another band entertains passengers at Toronto’s Pearson airport. Last week, Toronto band Lemon Bucket Orkestra played four … Continue reading Rupa Marya and April Fishes play for Air Canada passengers stranded overnight at Toronto airport after flight 876 to Frankfurt cancelled
Christopher Johnson’s novel Siamese Dreams on sale
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