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[31 Jul 2010 | One Comment | ]
Amazing Japan’s Moon Bridge (PIC)

A moon bridge is usually a highly arched pedestrian bridge, which in its wooden form may require the walker to initially climb and also when descending. This moon bridge type is associated with gardens in China and Japan, and is called a drum bridge in Japan. This type of moon bridge was originally designed as a means to allow pedestrians to cross canals while allowing the passage of barges beneath.

 

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[22 Jul 2010 | 3 Comments | ]
Hankai House – Ancient Japanese House Inside a Modern Home

Hankai house, which is located at Akashi City at Hyogo, is a spectacular architecture marvel in Japan. It is a question much older than even this ancient Japanese home, the original portions of which date back over three hundreds years: how does one pay due respect to traditional forms when making contemporary additions, expansions and/or remodels that necessarily impact the existing site and structure?

 

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[13 Jan 2010 | 13 Comments | ]
29 Reasons Why You Should Visit China

China is the largest country in the world. Oh wait! Maybe Russia is the biggest but who cares. China has the largest population in the world, which is equivalent to more than triple number of U.S. population. It is true! Don’t get angry with me. Thus, do you have any intention to visit the country? Here I compile 29 reasons why you should visit China. At least, you will get your daily stress out. Have Fun!





















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[5 Sep 2009 | 2 Comments | ]
Japanese Asimo is Reaching Human

Japanese robot called Asimo has reached a life of almost human. 20 years of research and hard work has produced the incredible result. He can walk, dance, serve, kick and even riding a doe! Below are the photos of the marvelous Asimo in action.






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[31 Aug 2009 | 6 Comments | ]
Hadaka Matsuri “Naked” Festival Photos

Japan has a lot of weird celebration events. One of them is Hadaka Matsuri or well known as “The Naked” Festival. The Hadaka Matsuri is about purifying the soul, but most people remember it because of what the men wear: Fundoshi, or traditional Japanese laincloths. The event is particularly famous because there is one completely naked man hidden in and among a crowd of 10000 men. Shinto tradition has it that the naked man absorbs all bad luck and evil deeds from the men who touch him. Below are the photos of the Hadaka Matsuri event in Japan.

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[23 Aug 2009 | 2 Comments | ]
Dai Temple – A Man-Made Sacred Wonder

For those whose feet do not ache after ascending Mount Taishan, the Dai Temple in downtown Tai’an is a leisurely stroll. This is where some of the emperors stayed before or after their ascension. But “Qianlong slept here” does not begin to explain the temple’s status. The old cypresses and tortoise-supported steles are better testament to its historical value. Being on the top of one of Five Sacred Mountains, Dai Temple is indeed very beautiful place with history over 3000 years. Below are some incredible photos of the temple.










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