Category Archives: Blog Entry

Which MasterClass Writer is the Best Instructor?

MasterClass began publishing publicly in 2015 as an online education subscription platform. It gets better every year because they keep adding more instructors. Is the all-access pass (£179/$180) good value for money? This depends on whether you’re an effective and disciplined self-learner and and how much time you can dedicate to these MasterClasses without constant […]

40 Beautiful Cherry Blossom Photos from the Sakura Season in Japan

This year, I’m delighted to share with you 40 stunning cherry blossom photos taken by Alex Kerr, Alfie Goodrich and Junko Sophie Kakizaki in Japan. PHOTOS BY ALEX KERR Alex Kerr is a well-known Japanologist and writer. He’s an expert on Japanese art and culture and the author of numerous books, including Lost Japan, a […]

New Short Story: Three Wishes for a Genie in Japan

A lonely middle-aged man gets a surprise visit from a beautiful genie in Tokyo. This magical encounter changes their future in ways they could never have imagined! It’s a story about selfless acts of kindness, love and hope, and an appreciation of the Japanese culture. “You know what Hana, women are the cause of all […]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

This has been a very difficult year for all of us. We’ve faced fears we could never have predicted before 2020. It has been emotionally draining knowing so many lives have been lost and millions of people have been gravely ill from Covid-19. On a much brighter note, I’ve received incredible support from people all […]