Monthly Archives: August 2011

The Kamikochi Trail

Posted on August 29, 2011 by J P Catton

I’ve just come back from a summer vacation at Kamikochi, in Nagano prefecture, at the foot of the Western Japan Alps. Spent most of Saturday hiking in the forest trails – through the swamps, around the lake. Right in the … Continue reading →

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The New Asakusa Skyline

Posted on August 25, 2011 by J P Catton

Yesterday – Aug 24th – I went on the Hokusai Walk, through downtown Tokyo, as research for the novel “Voice of the Mirror”, the sequel to “Voice of the Sword”. A full report will follow next week, but I’m off … Continue reading →

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Ghost Stories for a Japanese Summer

Posted on August 14, 2011 by J P Catton

DATA EXPUNGED

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The Apocalypse will continue – after this word from our sponsor

Posted on August 9, 2011 by J P Catton

Yes, indeed, I’d like to digress for a moment and mention what’s … happening over at the offices of Fugue magazine. Jamie Carter’s efforts have resulted in the unearthing of the album cover artwork for the only album ever recorded … Continue reading →

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