Mountains of Wisdom

Dispatches from the front lines of Japanese pop culture.

Get a deeper knowledge of Japan, its history, economics and society, beyond the anime and "crazy Japan" headlines.

Explore Japan's economy with me: Expert insights, stock analyses, news, and real-estate updates.

Experience the real Japan from the eyes of a transplanted American "gaijin" (foreigner) who is now a "lifer" and lives deep in the Japanese countryside

Covering Japanese Music, From The J-pop Industry To The Underground