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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
August 15, 2013
Obon: Japan Welcomes the Ancestors (And Other Spirits Too)
During Obon, spirits visit the living in Japan. Some are friendlier than others.
August 14, 2013
Filipino Farmers Say No to GMO
Farmers in the Philippines have destroyed 10 football fields worth of GMO crops.
August 14, 2013
Asia’s Heat Wave, Typhoon Utor and Refrigerator Pants
The heat wave that began in China has since spread throughout the region.
August 14, 2013
Mother Panda Yuan Yuan Meets Baby Yuan Zai in Taipei Zoo
The first panda born in Taiwan has recovered and been reunited with her mother.
August 13, 2013
Professor Zhang’s Illegal Hanging Villa of Beijing
A mysterious Beijing man has built an illegal rooftop villa of epic proportions.
August 12, 2013
Two Rivers: A Photographic Voyage Through Central Asia
Carolyn Drake spoke with The Diplomat about her travels in Central Asia and her new book, Two Rivers .
August 12, 2013
Indonesian Volcano Rokatenda Continues to Spew Rock, Ash
Indonesian authorities continue to evacuate villagers following a catastrophic volcanic eruption.
August 09, 2013
Kim Ki-hoon: South Korea’s Cram School King
For South Korean teachers like Kim Ki-hoon, education is a rich man’s game.
August 09, 2013
Does Thai Amnesty Bill Herald Thaksin’s Return?
Amid debate over a proposed amnesty bill, tensions rise and rumors of a coup grip Thailand.
August 09, 2013
“Many Stories…One Singapore”: Lion City Marks National Day
Singaporeans are rolling in the city-state’s 48th National Day today.
August 08, 2013
7.8 Nara Earthquake Scare Triggered by “Misinformation”
Japan had an earthquake scare today that turned out to be little more than a false alarm.
August 08, 2013
The Clash in Cotai: Pacquiao and Rios Meet, Hype Macau Fight
Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios are preparing for China’s biggest boxing match ever.