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.
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The Most Versatile Car in the World (Honda Element)
by Tim Chau | Travel, 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 Most Practical Bicycle in the World (Mamachari)
by Tim Chau | Travel, Urbanism
The mamachari (meaning “mom’s chariot”) is the most popular type of bicycle found in Japan and the Netherlands. It’s the perfect city bike that offers an upright position for a more ergonomic and comfortable ride.
Ni-home: Country Road Leads to the City
A Look into the Future of Cities. Human migration is a practice as old as history. Like animals we are prone to migration.
Head-On Formosa
101 Problems, but a Boba Ain’t One. It turns out you learn a lot about yourself when you’re forced to adapt to a new country and climate.
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.
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The Most Revolutionary Invention in the World (Hoi-Poi Capsules)
A Hoi-Poi Capsule is the world-famous creation of Doctor Brief, the head of Capsule Corporation, for the sake of making objects easier to transport. These Capsules allow you to shrink and store large, inorganic objects like cars, planes, and even entire houses into pocketable thumb-sized cylinders.
The Fastest Train in the World (Shinkansen)
by Tim Chau | Travel, 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 | Travel, 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.