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Jonathan DeHart
Jonathan DeHart is a Tokyo-based journalist and correspondent for The Diplomat.
Jonathan DeHart writes primarily about art, culture and social trends. Previously, he worked as a journalist for both print and online media in Shanghai and served as associate editor for The Diplomat in Tokyo.
He can be followed on Twitter @jon_de_hart
September 03, 2013
Chinese Media Bungles Syria Photo Selection
A photo meant to show Americans criticizing military action on Syria features China protesters too.
September 02, 2013
Project Inspire 2013: Empowering Women Worldwide
From opening micro-businesses to training to work as journalists, Project Inspire is giving hope to women across the world.
September 02, 2013
Hayao Miyazaki, Animator and Studio Ghibli Founder, Retires
Kaze Tachinu will be the lauded Japanese director’s last feature length film.
August 29, 2013
Li Tianyi Denies Gang Rape: The Latest Fuerdai Trial
The teenage son of a Chinese general has inflamed public anger over entitlement.
August 29, 2013
Ilo Ilo Hits Hometown Cinemas: Will Singapore Like It Too?
Anthony Chen’s award-winning drama portrays the impact of a Filipino maid on a Singaporean family.
August 28, 2013
The Mongol Derby: Genghis Khan’s Equestrian Gauntlet
The world’s longest horse race retraces the route once used in Genghis Khan’s postal system.
August 28, 2013
Sri Lankan Police Apologize for Mass “Buddhist” Dog Weddings
A publicity stunt went awry in Sri Lanka, invoking the ire of the nation’s culture ministry.
August 27, 2013
Barefoot Gen: Manga, History and Japan’s Right-Wing Fringe
The cultural battle for Japan’s history is being waged in manga.
August 27, 2013
The Dalai Lama’s Ancestral Home Gets a Makeover from Beijing
An official makeover of the Dalai Lama’s home has invoked widespread anger.
August 26, 2013
Can Indonesian Golf Sink a Hole in One?
The Indonesian government hopes to turn the nation into Asia’s hottest golf destination.
August 26, 2013
One Million Cockroaches Invade China
One million cockroaches have escaped a farm where they were being bred for traditional medicinal purposes.
August 23, 2013
Soldierman Nature and Lio D.
The Diplomat’s Jonathan DeHart spoke with Ugandan Afrobeat artists Soldierman Nature and Lio D. about the rise of Afrobeat music in China and the duo’s upcoming tour on the mainland, planned for September 14 to November 3. Shanghai-based artist manager and music consultant Ina Schroeder also comments on her role in organizing their tour and China’s music scene today.