Probing the real Japan with Kenneth Pyle

People | CLOSE-UP Nov 2, 2008

Probing the real Japan with Kenneth Pyle

by Edan Corkill

Kenneth Pyle says his first memories of Japan were of watching war films when he was a child — "all the dogfights with Zero fighters and all that." The 72-year-old American still keeps a close eye on Japan's military maneuverings. Now, though, he's a historian, ...

Jurgen Lehl: A rebel with style

People | CLOSE-UP Sep 7, 2008

Jurgen Lehl: A rebel with style

by Edan Corkill

First-time visitors to Japanese department stores are likely to be surprised by the brand Jurgen Lehl. Chances are they haven't heard of it although it sounds international and its quiet chic suggests they should have. As well, Jurgen Lehl outlets generally occupy large chunks ...