I have had the opportunity to review numerous travel books from different companies over the years and for the first time, I believe “Rome 2019” is the first travel book I have reviewed from DK Travel/DK Eyewitness. One of the things that I like for Read More …
In my effort to visit all NPB stadiums and official team stores, I went to KFC Hanshin Koshien Stadium and in front of the stadium (about a 100-150 yards away) is the team’s Team Shop Alps store. For those who never been to an NPB Read More …
Located in Shibuya’s Cat St., right next door to the Ralph Lauren Polo Store is The Roastery by Nozy Coffee. Ran by the people behind Setagaya’s Nozy Coffee and by restaurant owners – Tysons Japan, The Roastery by Nozy Coffee in Shibuya has a simple Read More …
I’ve often written about language learning and I’ve also written about Rosetta Stone in the past. But I realize that for some people, the time to study a foreign language if they are not attending a class and don’t have a tutor is trying to Read More …
When it comes to video editing, I have been a long time user of Apple’s Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro on my Mac. But when I travel and want something out on YouTube or social media while I’m in another location, I have Read More …
One of the things I love about visiting the Obon Festivals in Central California is not just to see old friends but to also learn the stories of many who lived during the time when California, especially in the Central Valley around Fresno, Tulare, Kern Read More …
Greetings everyone, I’ll be taking a several days off from full on blogging, one to recuperate because of health reasons and the other is that we had another tragedy in the family. Once I’m better, I’ll be back!
It’s important to note first that because the Amazon reviews combine the touchscreen version and the dial version, the version I am reviewing is the 5.3 quart touchscreen air convection fryer from BELLA. And having used it multiple times, I can say it’s the best Read More …
Right after New Year, Japan’s version of Black Friday kicks in as it becomes “Fukubukuro” (Lucky Bag) Time! Each year in Japan, on New Year’s Day (and sometimes a few days before), many partake in Fukubukuro. Fukubukuro is a New Year’s custom in which merchants Read More …
I’m often asked how I prepare for my coffee/cafe tours around Japan and while there are websites that are good in showcasing cool coffee shops and cafe, one guide that I pick up at the end of November each year is the “Tokyo Cafe Guide” Read More …
I want to take the time to wish everyone a Happy New Year! 2018 was a year filled with a lot of happiness, a bit of pain but hopefully a year that we can learn from, and move forward to a more positive and productive Read More …