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Holiday Haze: Four Chinese Films That Pierced the Labor Day Fog
Despite a sluggish box office, these Chinese films stood out over the Labor Day holiday this May
How Beijing’s “Academic Bars” Are Helping to Democratize Knowledge
Bar-based lecture series are becoming increasingly popular in the capital, attracting students and workers looking to learn and find community outside of traditional educational spaces
Smooth Operator: The Vending Massage Chairs Invading China’s Public Spaces
Amid the pressures of modern living, vending massage chairs have proven a cheap and easy way for young people to unwind. But is this trend built to last—or will it be over as quickly as the massages themselves?
What to Read in Chinese Literature
Discover newly released books, translated literature, our latest collection of in-depth book reviews, Chinese sci-fi short stories from acclaimed authors, and the latest literary trends shaping contemporary China
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Divine Departure: When a Goddess Flies Commercial
How a Song dynasty goddess continues to protect—from ancient seafarers on the maritime silk road to modern exporters in today’s global trade war
The Dreams of Tang Xianzu, the “Shakespeare of the East”
A contemporary of William Shakespeare, Ming dynasty playwright Tang Xianzu left a literary legacy built on dreams and love
Make a Wish | Fiction
A small-town woman traveled to the capital to petition the Supreme AI, rumored to grant any desire. But who truly decides if a wish will come true?
Where Red Pepper Meets Rosé: Yunnan and Guizhou Flavors Fuel China’s Bistro Craze
Originally a casual spot in France for affordable food and drinks, bistros in China, mainly themed on southwestern cuisines, have become high-end restaurants for dating, socializing, or simply “checking in”
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