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Dogs of the Pokémon Series
For all the dog loving Pokemon fans out there, here is a complete list of the series' canines!
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From New Year's Day to Christmas: The Origins of Popular Holidays
The holidays we celebrate have been around for awhile. But how did they start? Whether an ancient pagan festival or contemporary party, each festival has a story to tell.
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The Cats of the Pokémon Series
With over 700 monsters to battle, capture and train, there's something for everyone. Cat lovers have plenty of Pokemon to choose from, from Meowth to Mew and beyond.
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Things Tourists Should Beware of in Japan
Japan is an amazing country to visit, but there are things tourists should be careful about or avoid. From the small things to the serious, here's a list for visitors and potential expats both!
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LGBT Themes in Ancient Mythology
Religion wasn't always lacking LGBT figures and themes! Records of ancient mythology indicate many gods and legendary heroes - of every color in the rainbow.
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Things Foreigners Notice About America
When foreigners come to the United States, they are a number of things they often find shocking, amazing, or just plain weird.
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Free! Iwatobi Swim Club Anime: Review
Free!, the long anticipated "swimming anime" finished its first season in September 2013. On a scale from one to ten, how many abs would you give it?
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Paganism Today: An Introduction to Wicca
Witches are more than just broomsticks and cauldrons. Wicca, a new-age Pagan religion, is finding more and more popularity, but how many people know what it is?
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Corn, Brewers Rice, By-Products and Gluten: What Exactly Is In Your Cat Food?
Big name cat food brands advertise their love of kitties. But a look into the ingredients in both dry and wet foods takes that alleged love into serious question!
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How To Maximize Your College Experience
College is expensive, time-consuming, tough... and extremely valuable. Here are 13 tips to get the most out of your experience, both socially and academically.
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The Best Things About Living in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is one of the most famous cities in the world, in addition to being one of the largest and most populated. What are the best things about living there?
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Top Cosplay Pet Peeves
13 Popular Pet Peeves of Cosplay.
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Being Gay in Japan: The Ups and Downs
While Japan has a long history with same-sex relationships and the country lacks religious-based bigotry, being gay in Japan isn't easy. What's the LGBT situation in Japan?
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The Appeal of Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan has skyrocketed into popularity in Japan, and the success has already begun to boom in the West, too. What makes the series so attractive?
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The Benefits of Adopting Pets From Shelters Instead of Buying from Pet Stores
There are thousands of pet stores across the country, many selling cats and dogs. But there are millions of homeless pets in shelters. What are the benefits of adopting?
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Cultural Differences Between the USA and Japan
12 differences between Japanese and US American culture.
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LGBT Characters and Representation in Video Games
What are some famous or significant lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender characters in video games?
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Karaoke in Japan
Karaoke has become a popular hobby all over the world. How is it different in Japan, the place where the term was coined?
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Tokyo's Themed Cafes for Geeks
Are you planning a trip to Tokyo and are a proud geek? Check out these cafes, featuring things like Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, and of course, butlers and maids!
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Japanese Misconceptions About Westerners
What do Japanese people think about Westerners and Western life?
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Japanese Cosplay and Conventions in Japan
Cosplay is increasingly becoming a common term among even the casual geek community, and is generally associated with Japanese media. So how is the hobby different in Japan?
I'm an aspiring writer with a strong interest in history, fantasy and science fiction. I love traveling, and lived in Japan for about three years. My hobbies include reading, martial arts, video games, drawing and playing the piano. I consider myself a geek, but I think that comes naturally from an introvert who lives in her imagination! I'm here to push myself to write more and improve my writing ability, as well as explore my other hobbies through writing.
A lot of the things that I write about have to do with my experience in Japan and my observations of the culture, language and history. Another hot topic for me is all things geeky. Video games have been a lifelong passion for me, and I'm especially partial to RPGs and action-adventure type games. This kind of melts into my love of books, where I read about anything but my genre of choice is always fantasy and science fiction. The last big category of my writing is social issues, especially gender and LGBT issues.