AGI Exclusive: Tan Twan Eng Interviewed
Tan Twan Eng is the Malaysian author of The Gift of Rain (long listed for the Booker Prize) and The Garden of Evening Mists (shortlisted for the Booker and winner of …
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An Interview with Krys Lee
Earlier this week, one of AGI’s resident reporters held a wide-ranging conversation at the London Review of Books cafe with a brilliant new writer, rising Korean American literary star Krys Lee, …
Read MoreRetro Snapshots of Developing Korea and Japan Evoke Strong Emotions
A cyber-scuffle erupted earlier this week when two contrasting photo collections from the sixties emerged on a Korean site. Documenting daily life in the metropolises of Seoul and Tokyo, the …
Read More2013 Chinese Visual Festival: Interview with Xiaolu Guo
British- Chinese Xiaolu Guo is a renaissance woman of sorts – she’s a writer in two languages (Chinese and English), as well as a filmmaker. She pens novels and short …
Read MoreFestival of Asian Literature Opens with National Treasure Michael Palin
Running until may May 22, the Asia House Festival of Asian Literature held its Opening Night (sponsored by One Fine Stay) yesterday evening at the Commonwealth Club in Central London, …
Read MoreThe Great London ‘Naked Sushi’ Con
Imagine the scene: you’re at an opulent evening gathering in ancient Kyoto. Giggling geishas ply you with sake whilst their erstwhile companions perform for your personal pleasure. And the decadent …
Read MoreIndian Actor Promotes Moustaches Over Misogyny
Farhan Akhtar is a popular Bollywood writer, singer and actor- and he’s now adding social activist to his extensive C.V. At a time when India’s reputation has been indelibly tarnished …
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The Double Dilemma Facing Japanese Brides
Whilst many brides agonize over the style of wedding dress, for some Japanese couples, it’s the ceremony itself which may pose the biggest dilemma. The typical marriage in Japan would …
Read MoreAGI’s Tribute to 100 Years of Indian Cinema
Marking the centenary of Indian cinema, AGI has put together a special limited edition issue which covers the length and breadth of India’s cinematic journey. According to AGI contributor Mihir …
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The Geek is Yet to Inherit the Earth in Japan
Maybe its due to the recent spike in Japan’s taste for luxury goods, but the verdict is in, and geek is no longer considered chic. In a recent poll posted …
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