This address by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe marks a significant moment in the relationship between Japan and the United States. It reflects the deep economic, political, and cultural ties shared by both nations, and highlights Japan’s ongoing commitment to global stability, democratic values, and international cooperation. Prime Minister Abe’s speech …
Japanese Web and Mobile Study Resources I recently decided to step up my Japanese studies and began exploring the best web tools, apps, and study methods available today. There are countless resources out there, both free and paid, and I wanted to share some of the most useful ones I …
If you are like me, you enjoy learning, staying curious, and challenging yourself. That is why I continue to admire the work being done by Khan Academy. Their mission is ambitious and inspiring: free education for everyone. I was invited some time ago to record a video testimonial for their …
Thanks to the latest Intel i5 and i7 processors, it is now possible to build or purchase an affordable home PC that can handle serious video rendering tasks. Whether you are editing personal projects or producing more advanced content, the right hardware can make a significant difference in speed and …
There has been an incredible rise in free online education platforms in recent years, and it is encouraging to see how accessible learning has become. While access to a computer and the Internet is still a requirement, connectivity continues to expand, even in developing regions. Five years ago, the idea …
If you are an expat, international worker, or frequent traveler like me, you will eventually bring electronic devices across borders. Many people misunderstand how this works, but it is actually simple once you understand a few basic concepts. In most cases, you can safely use your devices abroad with little …
My journey into the world of computers began when I was nine years old, thanks entirely to my mom. She brought home a PC from her workplace when the company upgraded its equipment and offered older machines to their senior staff. That machine was the IBM 5150, one of the …
I was recently contacted to share insights on the growing fashion scene in Dalian, China, through my work with the Fashion Asia group. Dalian is becoming an emerging hub for fashion and creative talent, and the city continues to attract attention for its development in this space. You can read …
A good article on how to reduce your global roaming expenses. http://travel.usatoday.com/news/story/2011-10-17/Beat-huge-wireless-roaming-charges-when-abroad/50806548/1#
If you have not heard of iHeartRadio yet, it is worth checking out. It is a free iPhone app and website that lets you listen to real, live radio stations from across the United States. Best of all, it works almost anywhere in the world. Many radio services block streaming …
On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. The magnitude 9.0 quake and the devastating tsunami that followed left a profound impact on the country and on everyone who lived and worked there. At the time, I was based in Tokyo, and like many …
The 8.9 earthquake that struck Japan was one of the most powerful ever recorded. Even hours later, Tokyo continued to experience strong aftershocks in the magnitude 5 to 7 range. As I write this, it is past midnight and the ground is still unsteady. In the middle of the chaos, …
Use this website to track earthquakes worldwide. It shows all earthquakes over a magnitude of 5. http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/
One of my favorite communication apps right now is Viber, a free download from the App Store that allows you to make voice calls over Wi-Fi or 3G to anyone in the world who also has Viber installed. What makes the app so convenient is the way it integrates with …
