Month: February 2019

Five places to visit near Tokyo | 1843  The Economist 1843

When you want a break from the bright lights and frenetic pace of Japan’s capital, hot springs and tea fields are only a short train journey away.

JAPAN For the first time Japan recognises the Ainu as indigenous  AsiaNews

After decades of discrimination, racism against the ethnic minority is banned. Tourism will be promoted in Hokkaido, home to the remaining 12300 Ainu.

A New Installation of Charlotte Perriand and Carlo Mollino Arrives in St. Moritz  Architectural Digest

Last week in St. Moritz, Switzerland, Nomad design show hosted “Carlo Mollino and Charlotte Perriand: Design from the Alps.” Co-hosted by London-based …

One of the top marijuana venture capital firms is looking to raise over $100 million for a new fund to go afte  Business Insider India

Courtesy of Altitude Investment ManagementAltitude Investment Management’s partners.Altitude Investment Management is raising over $100 million for its …

Japan prepares law to finally recognize and protect its indigenous Ainu people  The Washington Post

After centuries of oppression and discrimination, the Ainu people say they are waking from a “truly deep sleep.”

The global gardens that inspire lust  Financial Times

A book by Christopher Woods selects 50 modern gardens from around the world that are worth pondering, appreciating and visiting.