Simulated Urbanism: the Sincerest Form of Flattery. These are car-free utopias where you can experience walkable urban environments (unlike where you actually live).
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.
2020: Culture in the Time of Corona
From an American Living Abroad in Vietnam. Culture is much more than a collective groups’ food or traditions. It’s how people see the world and each fellow human.
The Dichotomy of the Floating World
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 Fastest Train in the World (Shinkansen)
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)
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
Simulated Urbanism: the Sincerest Form of Flattery. These are car-free utopias where you can experience walkable urban environments (unlike where you actually live).