The proprietors of four video game bars have been arrested for allegedly violating Japanese copyright law. According to Yomiuri Shimbun, these arrests are being called the first of their kind in Japan.
In the past few years, there has been a capsule hotel revival in Japan. Th lodgings are more plush and comfortable than ever. One new chain is offering more than slick interiors- it has free beer on tap.
The Motorway. Kyoto, Japan. By Patrick Allan | Official Site
One of the most beautiful spots in Japan is the bamboo grove in Kyoto’s Arashiyama. Sadly, tourists have been defacing the natural beauty by carving their names on the stalks.
“We’re just going to play video games, all day?” my nine-year-old asks. “Pretty much,” I reply. “I’ll have to talk to people, too, and you should write down what you thought of the game.” Since I don’t work in an office, Bring Your Kid To Work Day doesn’t exist. Instead, I brought him to BitSummit.
Nintendo has a level designer job listing for working on The Legend of Zelda series. The gig is at the company’s Kyoto headquarters.
Fushimi Inari-taisha. Kyoto, Japan. By Jim Sheppard | Instagram
Hokanji Pagoda Autumn Sunset. Kyoto, Japan. By Ze Wong | Instagram
Like Peanuts? What about green tea? If you’re in Japan, be sure to visit one of the Snoopy teahouses.
To celebrate One Piece’s 20th anniversary, Buddhist temple Daikaku-ji in Kyoto is holding a special One Piece exhibition, with mixes the pirate characters with traditional Japanese motifs and art styles.
En Route. Kyoto, Japan. By Vincent Maggio.
Wondering what to see in Japan? You might want to listen to the advice of your fellow travelers.
