The One about the Kaito Emergency Radio KA580 Digital Solar Dynamo Crank Wind Up AM/FM & NOAA Weather Radio

I have reviewed the Kaito KA110 Compact Digital AM/FM NOAA Weather Radio which is small/portable and great for emergencies. But now I’m going to review the Kaito KA580. With the 110, it was powered by a 3.7 Lithium battery, but for its big brother, the Read More …

The One about JR Harajuku Station being demolished after the 2020 Olympics/Paralympics

It’s an announcement that I feared would be coming, one that I’m not surprised of, but one that I’m saddened to hear. JR Harajuku Station will be demolished after the 2020 Olympic/Paralympic Games. There have been talk for years about Japan remodeling Harajuku Station, but Read More …

The One about the Gundam Trailer Shop in Odaiba

For those who are into Gunpla (Gundam models) or wanting to buy Gundam souvenirs, there are many shops in Tokyo that do have it. But one shop where you can get exclusive, limited edition items is right next to the Unicorn Gundam statue in Odaiba Read More …

The One about VOFAN’s “COLORFUL DREAMS”

If you are a big fan of VOFAN’s artwork, definitely check out “COLORFUL DREAMS” featuring delightful short stories written by VOFAN and each chapter featuring his earlier artwork style.  Entertaining, delightful and recommended! BOOK TITLE: COLORFUL DREAMS STORY AND ART BY: VOFAN FIRST PUBLISHED IN Read More …

The One about the Razer Junglecat Dual-Sided Mobile Game Controller for Android Phones

  As many are capitalizing on the popularity of the Nintendo Switch and bringing that technology for smartphones, popular gaming company, Razer has released the Razer Junglecat Dual-Sided Mobile Game Controller for Android phones. You get the Razer Junglecat which features two gamepad (Left and Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination 2019-2020

In Tokyo, the Tokyo Dome Winter Illumination event is one of the long running illumination events.  Kicking off on November 13th, the illumination will last through February 26th. Illumination will begin at 5:00 p.m. to midnight! The location features big shopping complexes, so each complex Read More …

The One about buying cool surgical/dust masks in Tokyo at gonoturn at MAGNET by SHIBUYA109

I’ve been asked where people can purchase masks (surgical masks that many Japanese wear to avoid germs or to avoid spreading their cold germs to others) but are not as plain as the ones sold at convenience stores. One such place is gonoturn which is Read More …

The One about the Tokyo Cafe Guide 2020 (C&Life Series)

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 …

The One about Fujiko F. Fujio Museum in Kawasaki Part 7 – Conclusion

To conclude my coverage of the Fujiko F. Fujio Museum, I just have to say that the museum has been on my bucket list for years and I’m finally glad to have finally went and experienced it. Sure, I had a few Japanese friends who Read More …

The One about Fujiko F. Fujio Museum in Kawasaki Part 6 – Third Floor

Once you arrive to the third floor of the Fujiko F. Fujio Museum, you enter an area which is literally an outdoor terrace of many cool Doraemon related experiences. May it be the pink door, Doraemon and Nobita riding a dinosaur and other Fujio characters. Read More …