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Anthony GriffininKokoro MediaTokyo Cycling: Riding along the Zenpukuji RiverTokyo’s lesser-known rivers are great for quick, scenic ridesMar 22Mar 22
Anthony GriffininKokoro MediaWhy Voice of Cards Is One of the Best Video Games for Learning JapaneseVoice of Cards offers eager Japanese learners an amazingly accessible way to engage with the languageMar 18Mar 18
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Anthony GriffininKokoro MediaHow Cultural Authenticity Powered Japan’s Global Gaming ResurgenceJapan’s story unfolds just like the narrative of your favorite role-playing game, complete with triumphs, defeats, and hope for the futureJan 20Jan 20
Anthony GriffininKokoro MediaWhy the Japanese Nintendo 3DS Is an Amazing Device for Learning JapaneseTake willpower out of the equation and create an immersive environment that forces you to use Japanese at all costsJan 20Jan 20
Anthony GriffininKokoro Media3 Takeaways from the 2023 Japan Mobility Show — Saga ConsultingThe Tokyo Motor Show is back for the first time since 2019. Rechristened as the Japan Mobility Show after a pandemic-induced hiatus, this…Dec 1, 2023Dec 1, 2023