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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 6 days ago

Believed to be around 3 years old, Kashata is a shy fellow in need of some love and attention. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/30/our-lives/adoption-cats-kashata/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

After a long career in preschool education, Australian Linda Joyce is now taking up sustainable tourism as a bilingual concierge in rural Tochigi Prefecture. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/25/our-lives/linda-joyce-tochigi-tourism/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #tochigiprefecture #tourism #overtourism #sustainabletourism #hotels #rurallife

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Linda Joyce: ‘We hope people recognize the benefits of exploring rural areas’

Former teacher Linda Joyce shifted careers to the tourism industry in 2024 and now works at a historic property in rural Tochigi Prefecture.
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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

Three-year-old Bronte has remained a happy-go-lucky fellow despite the adverse conditions of his upbringing. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/24/our-lives/adoption-dogs-bronte/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 weeks ago

She left Lima with a Japanese surname, but in Japan she was still treated as a foreigner. Sandra Takayama’s journey captures the challenges — and resilience — of the Peruvian Nikkei community. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/22/our-lives/japan-peru-history-immigration/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #peru #wwii #nikkei #perujapanrelations

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 weeks ago

History, housing, harmonies: Tokyo-based artist Melos Han-Tani draws inspiration from the everyday for his games, music and writing. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/12/our-lives/melos-han-tani-game-designer/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #videogames #gaming #composer #music

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 4 weeks ago

A little patience will go a long way with 5-year-old Cymbal, a shy cat with distinctive markings that was rescued earlier this year. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/09/our-lives/adoption-cats-cymbal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 4 weeks ago

Meet Jon Heese, the Saskatchewan native who has remained staunchly independent throughout his career in Japanese domestic politics. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/09/08/our-lives/jon-heese-ibaraki-politician/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #ibaraki #localgovernment #canada

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp last month

“The shadows tell the story”: Shadow puppetry company Mochinosha has crafted a unique aesthetic influenced by Japanese tradition, contemporary politics and everyday encounters. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/22/our-lives/mochinosha-puppetry-seri-yanai/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #puppets #performingart #stage #theater #bunraku #anime

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

Carl J. Green, who opened the Ford Foundation’s Japan office in 1975, dies at 85. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/20/our-lives/carl-j-green-obituary/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #obituary #expats #americancommunity #fordfoundation #washington #dc #georgetown

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

Lynx, born in 2012, may seem shy at first, but has proven himself to be a sweet cat full of affection. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/20/our-lives/adoption-cats-lynx/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

This spirited dog is full of sugar and spice for those who treat him nice. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/13/our-lives/adoption-dogs-ginger/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

Mark Dytham established Klein Dytham Architecture in 1991, quickly gaining industry recognition and awards for innovative architectural projects https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/07/our-lives/briton-brings-artistic-view-to-japanese-buildings/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

‘Mad cute’ Scottish fold to brighten your day https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/08/07/our-lives/adoption-cats-wakaba/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

This inquisitive dog delights in a brisk walk and exploring the outdoors. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/31/our-lives/adoption-dogs-chikuwa/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

A sweetheart with a big presence, Pupu loves to make her feelings known while enjoying a cozy moment. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/24/our-lives/adoption-cats-pupu/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 2 months ago

Don’t call it a comeback — gyaru culture never left, says anime artist Ayaka Ohira. And her series “Shinsei Galverse” is taking the sensibility to new frontiers. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/24/our-lives/ayaka-ohira-shinsei-galverse/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #anime #gyaru #ayakaohira #shinseigalverse

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 months ago

In January, a couple from Tokyo with experience caring for elderly and ailing cats took in Lilimi, whose eyes had already begun deteriorating. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/17/our-lives/lilimi-rehome/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #catsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 months ago

Tobias Bieker of "Unpacking Japan" talks about the making of his podcast, the ethos of the work and his creative inspirations from fiction to jazz. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/11/our-lives/tobias-bieker-unpacking-japan/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #expats #podcasts #osaka #jazz

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 months ago

Thirteen-year-old Cheyenne may be in her golden years, but her good cheer and affability will win anyone over. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/07/02/our-lives/adoption-dogs-cheyenne/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #dogsforadoption

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@thejapantimes@mastodon.social  ·  activity timestamp 3 months ago

Miho Koshiba, cofounder of Midori.so, wants to create a more enjoyable environment for today’s creatives and professionals. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/community/2025/06/28/our-lives/miho-koshiba-midoriso/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #community #ourlives #coworkingspace #jobs #workstylereform #nonregularworkers #freelance #freelanceemployment

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