Blog Roundup - November 29, 2009

• Ben Ross' Blog - Ben talks about the benefits of learning Chinese from TV shows.
• Bruce Humes - Bruce lists some of the best-selling books in China in October 2009.
  
• Kyoto Foodie - The Foodie samples some delicious imo mochi (芋餅), a traditional Japanese candy made from sweet potatoes and pounded sticky rice.
  
• On the Fringe - Globalgal talks about her recent visit to Kashgar (喀什) in China's Xinjiang Province (新疆).
• Send Me to Korea - Hyunwoo shares a recipe for bibim mandu (비빔만두).
• Shizuoka Gourmet -Dragonlife shares a recipe for vegan agedashi tofu (揚げ出し豆腐).
  
• Speaking of China - Jocelyn shares some tips for ideal gifts for Chinese relatives or friends.
• Wandering Taiwan - Micki and Kristen explore the magical world of Taiwanese hand puppetry (布袋戲).

That's all for this week. The next blog roundup will be on December 6, 2009.

Blog Roundup - November 29, 2009

Blog Roundup - November 22, 2009

• Ben Ross' Blog - Ben examines the reasons why proficiency in Mandarin does not necessarily lead to better career opportunities.
  
• Fili's World - Fili talks about the fishing town of Tai O (大澳), Hong Kong.
  
• Fukuoka Dreaming - Learn how to cook sukiyaki (すきやき).
• How to Japonese - Daniel highlights the differences between American and Japanese resumés (履歴書).
• Hungry for Words - Maki talks about himono onna (干物女).
  
• Japan Blog - Maki explains why President Obama's bow to the Japanese Emperor has sparked such controversy.
• Korean As It Is - James explains why he believes listening skills are vital for developing one's proficiency in the Korean language.
  
• Pinyin News - The author reviews Google Translate's new pinyin function.
• Rainbowhill Language Lab - Some helpful tips for JLPT examinees.
• Shizuoka Gourmet - The author talks about tempura (天ぷら) and the various ways it can be served.
  
• Sinosplice - John explains the concept of aspect in Chinese grammar.
• The China Beat - Maura reflects on President Obama's recent visit to the PRC.
• Tsukublog - Avi talks about the origins and traditions associated with Japan's Shichi-Go-San (七五三) festival.
• Wandering Taiwan - Micki and Kristen take a stroll through Tamsui (淡水).
  
• Wichmann Stories - Tina and Mark visit the northeastern city of Harbin (哈尔滨).
• Xinjiang : Far West China - Josh's thoughts on the spread of H1N1 in Xinjiang Province (新疆).

That's all for this week. The next blog roundup will be on November 29, 2009.

Blog Roundup - November 22, 2009

Blog Roundup - November 8, 2009

• David on Formosa - Registration for the 2009 Best Taiwan Blog Awards is now open.
  
• Fukuoka Dreaming - Asawa gives some advice on where to go to sample the best food in Fukuoka (福岡).
• How to Japonese - Daniel gives a short grammar lesson on stative gerunds.
• Rainbowhill Language Lab - Brett lists some of the benefits of using a monolingual Japanese dictionary in one's language learning.
  
• Speaking of China - Jocelyn talks about the issue of informed consent in China.
• Tsukublog - Avi talks about the origins of Bunka no hi (文化の日) or Culture Day.

That's all for this week. I'll be away next Sunday so the next blog roundup will be on November 22, 2009.

Blog Roundup - November 8, 2009

Blog Roundup - October 25, 2009

This week's blog roundup is a little late this week. For that and the lack of updates over the past seven days, I apologise.

• Ask an Expat -The Expat talks about "love sticks" (사랑의 매) and classroom discipline in South Korea.
• Brian in Jeollanam-do - A visit to the Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치문화축제).
  
• China Hope Live - Joel talks about the dark side of a Tianjin bathhouse (大众浴池).
• Haikugirl's Japan - Haikugirl explains the meaning of the Japanese term soushoku danshi or "grass-eating man"(草食男子).
• Just Hungry - Learn more about the various types of miso (味噌) paste.
  
• Rainbowhill Language Lab - Language tips on how to communicate in Japanese even if you don't know a particular word.
  
• Speaking of China - Jocelyn examines the problems faced by China's countryside bachelors and divorcés.
• The China Beat - Maura reviews Rachel DeWoskin's new book, Repeat After Me.
• The Gaijin Gourmet - Learn how to serve up some yummy soba (そば).

That's all for this week. The weekly blog roundup will be posted on Sundays from now on, so the next blog roundup will be on November 1, 2009.

Blog Roundup - October 25, 2009

Blog Roundup - October 17, 2009

• Aeri's Kitchen - Learn how to make the Korean radish side-dish munamul (무나물).
  
• Alive and Kicking! - Celebrating the Thao New Year festival at Sun Moon Lake (日月潭) in Taiwan.
  
• Brian in Jeollanam-do - Brian lists some of the best places to enjoy the autumn foliage (단풍) in Jeollanam-do.
• How to Be Heian Japanese - A quirky article on why you should never make strange bets with your boss.
  
• Kimono Box - Ten medical benefits of nattō (納豆).
• Muza-chan's Gate to Japan - Ema (絵馬) in traditional and modern-day Japanese culture.
• Shizuoka Gourmet - A great recipe for kabayaki-style sea breem.
  
• Sinosplice - John talks about "maternity tourism" in Hong Kong.
• Soy Sauce Queen - The Queen shares her recipe for ankake udon.
  
• Speaking of China - Jocelyn explores the impact of the "Little Emperor" phenomenon in rural China.
• The Japanese Food Report - Improve your knife skills by learning from professional Japanese chefs.
  
• Tokyo Lifer - A short article on sushi etiquette.
• Wandering Taiwan - Exploring the Minnan buildings of Kinmen (金門).

That's all for this week. The next blog roundup will be on October 24, 2009.

Blog Roundup - October 17, 2009