Chinatown in Boston
seen from Singapore

seen from United States
seen from United States
seen from China

seen from Türkiye

seen from Türkiye
seen from Japan

seen from Türkiye
seen from United States

seen from United States
seen from China
seen from United States

seen from Russia
seen from Taiwan

seen from Taiwan

seen from Canada
seen from United States
seen from United States
seen from China
seen from Russia
Chinatown in Boston
Chinatowns, Soft Power, and the Lunar New Year
View On WordPress
Pan-Asian Metropolis -- Pasadena's Lost Chinatown
INTRODUCTION Most of my essays about Los Angeles begin similarly. A question is asked, an answer is hard to find or is deemed inadequate, and then I head straight down a rabbit hole. This one began when a friend asked a question that involved Altadena and a street there with a Japanese name. She then mentioned that neighboring Pasadena had had a couple of Latino colonias — Chihuahuita and…
View On WordPress
Taishan Translation Service: Cantonese vs Taishanese Language Variations
The Untold Story of Taishanese Influence in America’s Chinatowns Taishanese, a lesser-known dialect of the Chinese language, has played a pivotal role in shaping the language and culture of Chinatowns across North America. This article delves into the fascinating history and significance of this linguistic gem, shedding light on its impact on the Chinese-American community and the importance of…
View On WordPress