How The Emperor Trolls Japanese Conservatives

May 4, 2012 by Hashi 34 Comments

Japan's Emperor Akihito is the man. Not only because he and the Empress look like the most friendly, adorable old people to ever walk the planet, but also because he's a bit of a trailblazer. You might not believe it … [Read more...]

Hirohito: The Fearsome Japanese Emperor Marine Biologist

April 3, 2011 by Hashi

Ever hear of a hydrozoa? Unless you’re a marine biology major or the Emperor of Japan between the years 1926 and 1989, then you probably haven’t. So what on earth is a hydro-whatsit, and what does it have to do with Japan? … [Read more...]