I have written about the late Yamagishi Kazuo, “The God of Ramen” and how he was responsible for tsukemen (cold noodles and hot broth) and how he made sure his techniques were not lost by bringing in apprentices at his Higashi-Ikebukuro ramen restaurant Taishoken (1, Read More …
Not far from JR Kanda Station (about a ten minute walk) is an Izakaya/pub known as Public House THE OLD ROCK. The pub/restaurant has a feeling of a western pub with its red decoir and once inside, you can watch sports, drink a beer or Read More …
Continuing my coverage of the modern art museum, “teamLab Planets Tokyo” in Toyosu (Koto Prefecture), I can easily say that pictures can’t justify how cool the place is. On my last blog post, I discussed getting tickets and making reservations, but this time, I want Read More …
In Japan and also in other countries, one can find a modern art museum from teamLab. And near the brand new Toyosu Fish Market is teamLab Planets. According to teamLab: teamLab Planets is a museum where you move through water. It consists of 4 vast Read More …
Greetings everyone. I am back from KCON LA 2019 and was able to have an excellent time in the Los Angeles area. I did something which I don’t usually do and that’s to go to a fast food restaurant but for the sake of a Read More …
A lot of the times, many people don’t put too much thought into the helmet they buy. Many look for style and feel and expect the protection to happen because it’s a bike helmet. Afterall, you spend money for a good helmet, you are expecting Read More …
When it comes to backpacks to carry your laptop, the AmazonBasics Anti-Theft Water Resistant Backpack offers you the protection and also happens to be water resistant. The case will allow for a 17″ laptop and has padding on the rear of the backpack but Read More …
When it comes to tactical bags, Barbarians is known for creating well-made bags for your needs. The Barbarians MOLLE Military tool Map Bag Organizer Tactical Admin Pouch is well made. Durable and made of premium high-density 600D Polyester which is durable and repellent. Outside has Read More …
Barbarians is a brand well-known for their tactical bags and the Barbarians Tactical Military Shoulder bag is a sling back pack which functions as a daypack with a pistol holster. Military green, durable with a high-density 600D fabric. Front features the Barbarians bad and like Read More …
I have used Razer gaming products for years. From the Razer Anansi keyboard and Razer Naga mouse, to my XBOX 360 controller way back then. Razer has since grown as a company, still is a reputable company known for their gaming hardware and still known Read More …
Akihabara is known for the anime culture, idol group performances, video game merchandise, figurines and maid cafe. The most popular maid cafe is the world-famous @home cafe (“at-home cafe”) and members will return to the United States for a special appearance at Saboten Con 2019 Read More …
In Japan, there is a burger shop that brings the American dining concept to the Takadanobaba neighborhood of Shinjuku. And it’s known as homeys American Dining. Voted for Tabelog’s 100 restaurants for three consecutive years (2017-2019) for their burgers, needless to say the location has Read More …
I have always admired Japanese reggae music artists, especially artists who have managed to expand to other genres. In the past, I have interviewed and covered the works of RANKIN TAXI, MEGARYU, PANG, Double Famous, lecca, Safarii, Rickie-G, RYO the SKYWALKER and BOY-KEN, and now Read More …
One of the questions that I get is where one can get good overhead photos or video of people walking through Shibuya Scramble Crossing. There are several locations, each offering different views. Also, depending on how high you want to go. So, let’s start with Read More …
Halloween has become a phenomenon in Japan. A little over five years ago, Halloween wasn’t even a thing in Japan. But that has changed as Halloween has become a major event in Japan were restaurants, bakeries, cafe not only found an event to take advantage Read More …
While at Memorial Peace Park in Hiroshima, for those wanting to get to the other side to see the Genbaku Dome (A-Bomb Dome), a surviving structure after the Atomic Bomb was dropped on August 6th, you will have to cross the Aioi Bridge (Aioi Hashi). Read More …
You are in Japan and want to mail out a few postcards that you purchased? That’s no problem. Just ask your front desk of your hotel that you want to purchase some stamps and place it on your postcard and mail it out. Ask your Read More …