Can Japanese men warm up to parasols as a way to beat the heat?
Japanese summers are muggy and brutal, and 2020 was no exception. Natsubate 夏バテ, summertime fatigue, is a real problem as the subtropical island nation’s humidity…
gender roles
Hinatsuba: New Manga About A Swordswoman Who Challenged Late Edo Period Gender Expectations
In honor of International Women’s Day, March 8th, we would like to introduce Hinatsuba, by Koichi Masahara, an exciting new manga recently announced by publisher…