Adam Douglas
Adam Douglas is a writer, musician and educator. He’s originally from the San Francisco Bay Area but currently lives in Nagoya. On his days off, he's digging for deals on synthesizers and drum machines in the Tokai area.
Articles
5 Japanese Historical Parks That Will Take You Back In Time
Take a walk into the past at these must-visit Japanese historical wonderlands.
5 Places To See Buddhist and Shinto Syncretism In Japan
Buddhism and Shinto can combine in fascinating and astonishing ways. Here are five places to experience it for yourself.
5 Things To Do Around Nagoya Station
The area surrounding Nagoya station is packed with things to do and see and delicious things to eat.
5 Songs from Ryuichi Sakamoto that Impacted Japanese Culture
Revisit the late composer's best-known works and discover what made him so beloved in his native country.
5 Must-See Charming Spring Festivals in Japan
Spring is astonishingly beautiful in Japan, and what better way to celebrate than at one of these unique and fun shrine festivals?
5 Springtime Seafoods to Try in Japan
These fresh in-season fish dishes will tickle your tastebuds and possibly bring you closer to understanding Japanese culture too.
5 Regional Ramen You Should Try in Japan
There are all kinds of delicious noodles in Japan. Broaden your local ramen appreciation with five bowls famous beyond their borders.
5 Japanese Electronic Music Artists for Your Playlist
From techno to house and dubstep to hip-hop, here are five Japanese electronic artists to vibe to.
5 Japanese Yokai that Embody the Spirit of Winter
This collection of scary snow spooks will send you diving under the kotatsu.
5 Japanese Movies About Rock Bands You Need To Watch Now
Experience the transformative power of rock and roll with these five must-see Japanese rock band movies.
History, Culture and Words Behind Shinto Shrines in Japan
Japanese shrines are beautiful and awe-inspiring. But what's actually in a shrine? Here's a quick run down of the basics, from kami to Korean dogs.
5 Ways Japan Influenced ‘Star Wars’
Celebrate Star Wars Day with a deep dive into the films and Japanese influences, from Kurosawa’s films to samurai, even the Japanese language.
