SE Asian History

In July of 1959, less than a year after the Cuban Revolution, Ernesto "Che" Guevara landed in Japan in his signature olive green military outfit. He was 31 years-old.

Dec 1, 2009 - Naoko Charity

Aesop's Fables were introduced to Japan by Catholic missionaries. The fables became widely accepted to help influence societal ethics in Japan after Confucianism.

Nov 23, 2009 - Naoko Charity

The beauty of traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony is an art form created by Buddhist Monks, to achieve harmony. The Tea House ceremony is held near tranquil water gardens.

Nov 13, 2009 - Dawn Ouedraogo

By the mid-1990's North Korea was on the brink of collapse, unable to feed his starving population Kim Jong-il announced a new 'army first' policy prioritising supplies.

Nov 10, 2009 - Rich Ward

North Korea was a country in disarray during the 1990s, shorn of Soviet support the Pyongyang regime struggled to feed its population.

Nov 10, 2009 - Rich Ward