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Renovating a house is a huge pain. Kitchen planning is the worst part.

Filed under:  kitchens

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This month's Japan Times article is about all the raw-protein foods that are eaten in Japan, and consuming them safely, plus how to make a great plate of sashimi. More on both topics below.

Filed under:  japanese sushi fish japan writing elsewhere japan times sashimi

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What it's like to have endometrial (uteran) cancer.

Filed under:  personal sketch diary

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More from my sketch diary.

Filed under:  personal sketch diary

Sakurayu - cherry blossom 'tea'

My latest article in The Japan Times is about edible cherry blossoms and leaves.

Filed under:  spring japan writing elsewhere japan times japanese culture

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I am two and a half weeks into a six week course of radiation therapy, to zap the remaining cancer cells in my body. Each session lasts about 10 minutes, and is completely painless. It's the side effects that are the problem.

Filed under:  personal sketch diary

It's been quite a year.

Filed under:  japan earthquake personal

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It may look just like rice porridge, but this flavor packed, allergen-free flavoring ingredient is much more than that. I think it deserves a worldwide audience.

Filed under:  japanese preserves and pickles writing elsewhere japan times

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When in New York...

Filed under:  food travel new york monday photos

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This month's Japan Times article is about the traditions and superstitions surrounding Setsubun, which is coming up on February 3rd.

Filed under:  japanese holidays japan traditions writing elsewhere beans japan times

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