Mar 10, 2004 | Commentary, Fukuma, Raves
While we’re on the subject of my phone, let’s keep the momentum going. (Man, thank god for digital cameras because if there were no photos you wouldn’t believe a word I’m about to tell you and you know it. Neither would I.) Along with the phone...
Mar 8, 2004 | Commentary, Culture, Fukuma, Raves
I’ve been out of the States long enough now that it’s dangerous for me to criticize things. Of course, we all know I don’t “criticize” as much as I “openly lambast”, but still the fact remains that after three years a lot of...
Feb 4, 2002 | Commentary, Fukuma, Raves
One of the first things you notice when you step off the plane and into Japanese culture is the ubiquitous mobile phone. Everyone has one and they always seem to be using them at all times. It’s like walking into some weird sci-fi flick where everyone is...