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Understanding Death in Hinduism: From Mortal Flesh to Ngaben
By Ali Syarief It was an honor to be invited to pay my respects at the passing of Cokorda Istri…
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The Rise of Atheism in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Cultural Perspective on Belief, Modernity, and Repression
By Ali Syarief In Saudi Arabia, atheism is more than a personal choice—it is a political taboo. The kingdom, built…
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Indonesia Banget: Three-Hour Flight Delay and the Trash Bin Irony at Ngurah Rai Airport
By Ali Syarief A three-hour flight delay at Ngurah Rai International Airport. What a charming introduction to Indonesia’s “world-class” hospitality.…
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Writing: Between Busyness and Joy
By: Ali Syarief “Ali-San, you are so busy,” Tanaka-San once said to me with a tone of surprise. “You have…
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Omoiyari: The Art of Empathetic Awareness Across Cultures
By : Ali Syarief In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, empathy is more than a virtue—it is a catalyst for…
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When the West Says “Time is Money,” Japan Replies “Time is Respect.” 時間は尊敬である
By Ali Syarief In much of the Western world, time is treated as a commodity, a resource to be spent,…
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Every Mind a Genius: Awakening the Power of Numbers and Words Through HIPPO Ways
By Ali Syarief Science whispers a profound truth: every human being carries within them the seeds of mathematics and language.…
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Japan’s Message to the World: A Union of Technology, Aesthetics, and Philosophy
By Ali Syarief Omiyage from my summer 2025 trip Not all messages are spoken in words.Some nations choose to speak…
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Japan’s Bullet Train: A Journey in Precision and Purpose 🇯🇵
By; Ali Syarief On my familiar route from Tokyo to the quiet town of Iiyama in Nagano Prefecture, the trip…
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Odawara – Dining in Japan: A Journey of Taste Beyond Hunger
By: Ali Syarief The morning air in Yokohama was still crisp when Sir Tanaka knocked on my door.“Today, we hunt…
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