One of many beautiful locations to visit in Kyoto is the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove which is 10 minutes away from Saga Arashiyma Station (the JR Sagano Line). Definitely recommended for people who have time to explore (especially since the Tenryu-ji Temple and Iwatayama Monkey Park Read More …
“Incendies” is one of those films that stays in your head for quite awhile. Powerful, moving, shocking… I have to admit that it gave me that “WOW!” feeling that a film such as “The Shawshank Redemption” gave be back in 1994, unpredictable climax and a Read More …
Since 1886, Nagoya Station has been in operation. One of the world’s largest train stations that was bombed during World War II and then rebuilt to now feature two JR Central Towers (and happens to be the headquarters of the Central Japan Railway Company – Read More …
[NOTE: I am using Rosetta Stone Premium Edition with Live Tutoring for Learning Japanese] Trying out the Rosetta Stone’s Premium Edition with Live Tutoring. I figured why not give it a try with Japanese (note: despite minoring in Japanese in college, I took many steps Read More …
When it comes to versatile tools that one should have in their home, the dremel is one of those useful tools to own. And the Dremel VC60-01 Velocity 7.0 Amp Hyper-Oscillating Ultimate Remodeling Tool Kit is incredible! I. WHAT’S IN THE BOX! First, you along Read More …
From Danish consumer electronics company, Bang & Olufsen (B&O) comes their Bang & Olufsen Beoplay M5 True360 Multiroom Speaker. I absolutely love the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Wireless H4 headphones and wanting 360 sound in my home office, I couldn’t wait to try out the Read More …
Having grown them in small containers back in January and having them grow through January and February under grow lights, a few I started transplanting at the end of February and the majority in March. On day 36, I started to transplant more vegetables as Read More …
Back in 2015, I wrote about my experience at AKB48 Cafe & Shop in Akihabara. For those not familiar with AKB48, AKB48 is an idol group that began in Akihabara is one of the most successful idol pop groups in Japan. Since 2012, nearly every Read More …
As a person who enjoys golfing, wearing a hat and using sunscreen are part of my routine for protection from the UV rays. The Cobra Golf 2017 PRO TOUR hat is a flex fit hat that is not too tight, nor does it feel like Read More …
For those who happen to be visiting the Oasis 21 shopping district in Nagoya, and are craving seafood, will want to check out Sakanaya Oasis 21. I went with my friend Hiroshi to check out the place and we never heard of the place before Read More …
Located in Katsushika, Tokyo, Japan is Shibamata Taishakuten, which was founded back in 1629. While Katsushika is known for Tora-san, not far from Shibamata Station, Shibamata Taishakuten is a Buddhist Temple that will catch your attention and really sticks out because of its wooden appearance Read More …
For those who know me well, they know I read a lot. It has always been that way, as a child and as an adult, I can easily say that I read more books that I watch television. And while my library consists of many Read More …
“Gruppo Di Famiglia In Un Interno” is a film that has always hit me in so many levels. As I appreciate its humorous take on high society, it’s almost dreamlike surreal situations that often take place, I enjoy how the film was cleverly written and Read More …
When it comes to airports, one of the largest international airports in the United States is the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). And I have been to this airport many times and have seen it change with the times, especially the Tom Bradley International Terminal Read More …
Throughout today, I have been with family remembering my uncle for the one year anniversary of his death. Which will follow a one year anniversary for my grandmother’s death. I’m not too familiar with grieving on the Amith side of the family, as with my Read More …