Simulated Urbanism: the Sincerest Form of Flattery. These are car-free utopias where you can experience walkable urban environments (unlike where you actually live).
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Asian American NPC
The Invisible Minority. Asians, who are often called the “model minority”, in actuality are more like the “invisible minority”
TV: High Definition for Life Definition
For many of us, TV is how we first discover and get a taste of what the outside world is like.
The Dichotomy of the Floating World
by Tim Chau | Culture, Life, Travel
Lessons From Living in Modern Japanese Society. Everything and everyone ticks like the second-hand on a clock.
Two Birds
A Journey of Growth. Birds do not carry their possessions with them. This allows them to be light as a feather and soar high into the sky.
The Selfless Calling
How Helping Others Helped Myself, and How It Can Help Us All. I experienced a moment of enlightenment, a sudden self-realization.
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The Fastest Train in the World (Shinkansen)
by Tim Chau | Design, Urbanism
The Shinkansen is the world’s first high-speed rail system, with a running speed of 150–200 mph. Almost six decades since its inception, the Shinkansen remains unrivaled in terms of its reputation for speed, punctuality, and comfort; all while maintaining a flawless safety record.
The Most Versatile Car in the World (Honda Element)
by Tim Chau | Design, Urbanism
The Honda Element is an incredibly versatile compact crossover produced in the US for model years 2003-2011. It is notable for its boxy exterior styling with bi-parting side doors and its flexible & spacious interior.
The (Simulated) Happiest Place on Earth
by Tim Chau | Culture, Life, Urbanism
Simulated Urbanism: the Sincerest Form of Flattery. These are car-free utopias where you can experience walkable urban environments (unlike where you actually live).