Category Archives: Lifestyles

Kick Ass Ninja Hoodie

If you’ve been following us, you know that we love ninjas. Some might even go so far as to say we adore them. And now, with these Kiss Ass Ninja Hoodies ($35), we can show off our love in cute, … Continue reading

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Subtle Identity Threats Could Bias Asian Americans In Making Decisions

I have an interest reading up research papers and looking at new findings from studies. Recently I came across one study of Asian Americans and their identity. A recent psychology study by a UC Berkeley graduate student Maya Guendelman and … Continue reading

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Gold Skull Earrings

Sometimes, gold jewelry can be so mundane. Sure it’s shiny, but where’s its sense of humor? With these Gold Skull Earrings ($15), you can now have it all. Measuring just over an inch long, these earrings feature jet-black crystal beads … Continue reading

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Dream Droop jewelry

In the land of technology known as Silicon Valley, tiger moms were pushing their cubs to become software engineers, computer programmers, and doctors. While these litters of young people did their best to reconcile personal passion and lucrative career paths, … Continue reading

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Battle Royale, Distant Cousin of The Hunger Games, Released on DVD

Before Dino-Ray lamented on the casting of an Asian in The Hunger Games – a movie about a dystopian society that forces a group of teenagers to kill each other to the death for entertainment and sport – there was … Continue reading

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One Trip Grip Grocery Bag Holder

Going to the farmers’ market is so good for the soul: browsing through colorful produce, supporting local businesses, and going home with a bunch of healthy stuff. Well, maybe not the last part. Trying to return home with the day’s … Continue reading

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After a Year of Scaring Myself, the Scariest Thing of All? Telling My Mother the Truth

By Gregory “You will become closer to your mother this year,” the psychic told me, unaware of what I was doing this year. What I was doing was attempting to do one thing, every day that scared me for a … Continue reading

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80%20 Shoes

Springtime is coming, and that means one particular thing: spring cleaning! Out with the old and in with the new—and that goes for your wardrobe too. While you’re switching out wool coats for light jackets, don’t forget about updating your … Continue reading

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Casio G Shock G8900A-7

Wristwatches have been in existence since the 1970s and one of the major brands we saw in this industry line was the G Shock by Casio. The first G Shock was invented by Kikuo Ibe, a Japanese engineer, and many … Continue reading

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Scandal – Scandal Show

You’ve heard their song “Harakuze” on Bleach, now you can get their album on Amazon! This week Scandal – Scandal Show ($8.99) goes on sale, complete with their hit song. Like Bleach theme song alum, YUI, these J-Rock girls show … Continue reading

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Higo Pocket Knife

They don’t make things like they used to… or do they? The Higo Knife ($60) by Miyamoto Manufacturing Co. has a story dating back to 1920. Originally developed by Tasaburo Murakami in 1894, this all purpose tool is still made … Continue reading

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Staple Apparel Spring/Summer 2012

This week we are excited to present a look at New York City company Staple Design’s Spring/Summer 2012 apparel collection. “Theology” is the theme, centered around bible verse Mark 8:36, which is printed on a hidden label inside every shirt. … Continue reading

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