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Breaking barriers
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 05/05/2023
» Japan is known for many things, and its rich and robust culture attracts people from around the world. Besides food, movies and manga, the country also has a reputation for having one of the biggest pornographic and adult-toy industries in the world. While sex is a natural thing, Thailand is rarely open about it because we view it as taboo, vulgar and immoral. But whether you admit it or not, we have all seen 18+ content from Japan at some point in our life.
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A bloody tale of power games
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 15/03/2024
» At first glance, it's easy to describe the new historical miniseries Shogun as Game Of Thrones meets The Last Samurai. The show's premise is an Englishman who finds himself in the middle of a fight for supremacy in feudal Japan. However, the 10-episode series is more than that as it blends elements of political intrigue, cultural clash and warfare in a gripping narrative. Produced by FX Productions and based on James Clavell's acclaimed 1975 novel, the series transports viewers to Japan in the year 1600.
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Remembering Akira Toriyama
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/03/2024
» Last Sunday marked a sombre day for manga enthusiasts as news spread of the passing of Japanese icon Akira Toriyama (1955-2024). An official statement from his company, Bird Studio, said that the creator of Dragon Ball had passed away on March 1 at the age of 68 due to a sudden and tragic blood clot in the brain. Toriyama's demise came as a shock to many given his active involvement in numerous creative projects and his evident enthusiasm for his craft.
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Junji Ito's dark world comes to MBK Center
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 05/09/2023
» As Halloween looms closer, Japan Anime Movie Thailand and Taiwanese anime distributor Muse have announced an exciting (though quite haunting) presence at the upcoming convention "Junji Ito Horror House In Thailand 2023", a debut exhibition by renowned Japanese "Master of Horror" Junji Ito. The exhibition brings his collection of spooky artwork to Thai audiences for the very first time and will be held from Oct 7 to Dec 31 at MBK Center, 4th floor.
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An undead adventure
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 11/08/2023
» Japanese manga is known across the world, and it is a staple of J-culture that spearheads the nation's economic growth. So it's no wonder we have seen many movies from Japan based on manga and anime.
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Lurking in the shadows
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/02/2024
» The lore of Shinobi, better known in popular culture as ninjas, has been pivotal in Japanese history. Despite global popularity, ninja portrayals in Japanese cinema are overshadowed by samurais. However, Netflix's original series, House Of Ninjas, breaks this trend and captivates action and martial arts enthusiasts alike.
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The reality of dreams
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 09/01/2024
» In the world of contemporary cinema, Norwegian filmmaker Kristoffer Borgli is a provocateur who is not afraid to tackle the intricacies of fame, societal pressures, and the blurred lines between the virtual and physical worlds. Known for his daring approach and for using satire to unveil the darker side of human nature, Borgli's work has garnered international acclaim, with his latest film Dream Scenario captivating audiences with its genre-bending narrative and stellar cast.
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A literary star
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 06/12/2023
» In the realm of contemporary Southeast Asian literature, Narisapongse Rakwattananont is a luminary figure, capturing this year's prestigious SEA Write Award with his compelling collection of short stories Family Comes First.
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The power of words
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 01/11/2023
» Following the success of the first event in 2019, Neilson Hays Library invites fans of literature or bookworms to the 2023 instalment of Bangkok Literature Festival, a celebration of books and ideas in the heart of Thailand's capital.
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Step into a magical world
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 24/07/2023
» From a little girl's adventure into the spirit realm in Spirited Away and a touching friendship between a child and a magical goldfish in Ponyo, to the story of a gigantic but gentle forest spirit called Totoro, Japanese animation company Studio Ghibli is known and loved by many people around the world.
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