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An Important Message to People Afraid to Come to Japan!
1-Check out the video Here! When you’re done leave a comment, let Sharla know what you think, share it, subscribe to Sharla’s channels, and all that good stuff! And spread the word far and wide: Japan...
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The #LocoLocalized Kickstarter’s a Success! Now Let’s Do Some Stretching!
The #LocoLocalized #Kickstarter campaign is a SUCCESS! The initial goal has been REACHED! WOOHOO!! So let’s discuss stretch goals, shall we? The choices thus far are: 1- An Audio Book of “Hi! My Name...
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On Making Manga and Taking the Show on the Road!!
You might have heard (or noticed) we reached our first goal of $5,000 for the translation of Hi! My Name is Loco and I am a Racist.” YIPPEE!! But what you might not have noticed is: WE’RE NOT DONE!!...
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Taking a Stand for Refugees in Japan
Black Eye marks its two-year anniversary with the story of a refugee advocate who goes the extra mile for Asylum-seekers here in Japan. His name is Alex Easley, and his story is truly a remarkable one!...
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Unpacking the Question: “Are Black People Safer in Japan than in The US?”
As a black American living in Japan, I’m often asked questions like “Are Black People safer in Japan than in the US?” or “Wouldn’t you rather be here in Japan in the throes of safety than in the US...
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To My White and Japanese Friends (Who are not Aliens):
Over the past days / weeks / months / hell, years (smh) quite a number of my white (and some of my Japanese) friends, upon reading my pieces or posts regarding #BlackLivesMatter, or black feelings...
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The First Time President Obama Spoke To Me
You know, I was sitting here thinking why has this speech, this moment, moved me so much! And I think I’ve figured it out… Bear with me. This was not the first homerun speech I’ve heard the...
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Son of Zambian Freedom Fighter Makes His Home in Japan
It has been brought to my attention that Black Eye has been fairly African-American-centered. Time to rectify that! A review of the articles I’ve written over the past two years reveals that, while I...
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From the “Harlem of London” to the Theaters of Tokyo, One Woman’s Inspiring...
This time around, #BlackEye brings you the remarkable story of a British woman who came to Japan with little more than a plane ticket, a passport, and passion, and was able to turn that passion into a...
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From Dakar to Tokyo: A Senegalese Musician Dances All the Way to Japan!
This month, Black Eye is proud to present the story of a Senegalese Muslim – who just happens to bear my namesake. He came to Japan 14 years ago, and brought the rich culture, music and dance of...
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Americans Might be Baka, But We’re not THAT Baka!
The latest #BlackEye is up! Shared some thoughts on the recent election… Here’s an excerpt: “Are you sure she’s going to win?” my Japanese co-worker seated beside me asked. I leaned over and glanced at...
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Japan has its own Big Bang Theory
It’s that time again. The latest Black Eye is up and atcha! And we’re closing out 2016 with a Big Bang! Big Bang Nicole that is! Actress, model, dancer AND Pro-Wrestler! She’s got a lot more than Hot...
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Happy 2017 from Loco in Yokohama!
Just wanted to take a moment out to wish all of you happy holidays and a healthy, prosperous New Year! Your boy Loco has had a lot on his plate for the past couple of years so content on this blog has...
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Playing the Game of Resolutions
I quit making New Year’s resolutions. I make mine on any day of the year except December 31st because then, technically, it’s not a New Year’s resolution. It’s just a resolution. Right? I prefer to...
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Funky Upgrades and Funky Outbursts
The upgrades to the webpage are coming along nicely. Particularly the #BlackEye page, where every article I’ve written for the Japan Times can be found (if you’re interested, check them out HERE). Also...
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When Hateful People Hate You!
Just saw a link on my blog stats page. It sent some traffic my way so I followed it and it lead to a white supremacist website. Before I could close the page (my normal response to sick minds)...
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I’m the Only Gaijin in This Mansion!
You can count on a number of things happening during holiday season in Japan, and after all these years here, none of it even budges the needle on my WTFometer anymore. Once Mariah stops screeching...
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Let’s Get Ready to Rumble…with WWW Diana!
Last month’s #BlackEye featured Roni Nicole, AKA Big Bang Nicole, a a model, actress, dancer and , yes, Professional Wrestler doing her thing here in Japan. Here’s an update on her schedule. She’s...
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What’s The Status of Black People in Japan?
I received a Troublesome question on Quora about a term I’m not very fond of: “Social Status”. But unfortunately it is a reality we all have to live with and so I’ll answer this loaded question to the...
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Is This How The World Views Us? Part 1: Loco in Cap-Haitien
In the past two weeks I’ve had the pleasure of watching two remarkable films, both of which have gotten deserved acclaim: “Fences” and “Moonlight”. I won’t be spoiling anything so don’t worry if you...
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