Bridging Japan and New York through Words and Culture
Air Pollution in New York | Lessons from the 2023 Canadian Wildfires In early June, massive wildfires broke out in Canada, sending thick smoke drifting into New York State — creating a surreal, orange-tinted sky across the city. For the first time in memory, the sun appeared as a red disc behind a smoky haze,…
New York City Safety Update: Phone Theft on the Subway & Risky Hours to Avoid Hello! This is Maegami from the blog Goddess’ Bangs. While New York City’s safety has improved compared to the past, crime still happens — especially in the subway. Just yesterday, I personally witnessed a phone theft incident. Phone Theft on…
What Is Sunrise Mart? A Look at New York’s Famous Japanese Grocery What Is Sunrise Mart in New York? When it comes to Japanese supermarkets in New York, Sunrise Mart is probably the most famous. Its first store opened in the East Village, though sadly that location has since closed. When I first came to…