The One about the Pre-Setup at Tokyo’s Aoyama Farmers Market
Here is a video that I did on Facebook Live at the pre-setup at Tokyo’s Farmers Market in Aoyama.
Category: Travel: Japan
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The One about Mister Donut in Japan kicking off the Cherry Blossom 2024 season with Sakura Mochitto Donuts
For those who have been to Japan during the cherry blossom season knows that Mister Donut is one of the cool places to visit for its sakura-inspired offerings. Mister Donut, operated by Duskin Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Suita City, Osaka Prefecture), will be selling all four Read More …
TRAVEL GUIDE: The One about Finding the best travel deals on Klook and Rakuten Travel Experiences (Updated for 2024)
For those who are planning to travel to somewhere around the world, especially in Japan and there are various theme parks, museums and attractions that you have your itinerary, about a month before you leave, I highly recommend going to Klook or Rakuten Travel Experiences Read More …
The One about Kabukicho wanting to change its image through cosplay and bowling
Humax Entertainment Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku) will hold a “Kabukicho Red Carpet” at the “Shinjuku Copa Bowl” in Kabukicho, Shinjuku on Saturday, March 16, 2024. This is a large-scale cosplay event in which performers from a variety of backgrounds, including active cosplayers, gravure idols, idols, Read More …
The One about UNIQLO becoming a bit expensive for Japanese netizens
Once the goto for low-cost quality clothing, netizens are complaining that UNIQLO is becoming a bit expensive. One wrote, “I feel a little embarrassed, but to be honest, due to the recent rise in prices, even UNIQLO feels like a “slightly luxury item.” I wonder Read More …
The One about the GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA plans for the final weeks (Closing on March 31, 2024)
All good things come to an end and as many know, the final day of the GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA is on March 31st. Yokohama City is working on strategic measures to improve the ease of travel and encourage accommodation in conjunction with popular IP content*. Read More …
The One about why has tourism to Kawagoe, Saitama doubled? The area is experiencing record high tourism
Not far from Tokyo is a location that retains its Edo style. From the various shops and buildings, and even the local Starbucks, Kawagoe is known for it and is called “Little Edo”. And the fact that people don’t have to travel hours away to Read More …
The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 23 – Special Feature: Freight Rail Transport Part 2
“Let’s Torekatsu!” is a program that supports train activities for railway fans! This time, we bring you the second installment of our “Freight Railway Transport” special from the Railway Museum in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture! Freight railway transport, which was introduced in the Meiji era Read More …
The One about Miami Garden (a Tokyo-based restaurant chain which serves pasta dishes and pizza)
In Japan, there is a popular chain of Italian restaurants known as Miami Garden. The name is derived from an “Italian meal with the wind of Miami”. In Japan, you will come across numerous Italian restaurants and for this one, what makes them popular is Read More …
The One about the 82 Ale House in Japan
For those who are visiting or living in Japan, they probably have seen a lot of “HUB British Pub” throughout the Kanto region. But what is “82 Ale House”? Well, 82 Ale House is also owned by the same company behind the “HUB British Pub”. Read More …
The One about Pizza Slice 2 now closed? Moving to a new location in Cat St. in Harajuku?
Pizza Slice 2, the second location for the popular New York style pizza business by Sarumaru Hiroki. A location known for many parties and events. Many I have been privy too and nothing but great memories. Sarumaru posted on Instagram last summer that Pizza Slice Read More …
The One about Japanese Food Trucks: Kome Shiruna
When it comes to food trucks in Japan, there are food trucks (or kitchen cars) that are considered “top-tier”. Granted, food is subjective to an individual but when it comes to pork loving fans, Kome Shiruna serves top-tier food thanks to Moriyama-san. The name “Kome Read More …
The One about Japanese Food Trucks: Pommes Prost
When it comes to Japanese food trucks, there are a good number that have been popping up. Back in 2015, there was a growing number, but by 2019, it seemed that it doubled or tripled in the number of competing food trucks at events. But Read More …
The One about the guy who’s statue and photo is in front of SUSHIZANMAI restaurants
You’re strolling around a Japan and passed by a sushi restaurant and you see this statue of a Japanese guy with his hands out as if to say “welcome to my humble restaurant” or maybe creeping you out. But do not worry, this guy is Read More …
The One about the Green Pay Phone in Japan, are they still working?
I think about the past and having to purchase a pre-paid phone card in Japan and use them while calling on a green payphone back or gray when I was a college student. And surprisingly, you will still seem around. Some in bad shape but Read More …
The One about Schmatz
Each time I’m in Tokyo and I see a Schmatz restaurant, I think about the wonderful story of the two men behind the plethora of stores in Japan. It began when Marc Luetten and partner Christopher Ax, two guys who grew up in Hamburg and Read More …
The One about Kyoto Chourakukan
Nestled in areas where many major temples are located in the Maruyama Park area of Kyoto, Kyoto Chourakukan is a luxurious longstanding hotel and restaurant (since 1909) known for its western look. But way before it became a hotel, it was a guest house to Read More …
The One about “Let’s Torekatsu!” episode 22 – Special Feature: The Charm of Japanese National Railways Vehicles as Seen Through Models!
“Let’s Torekatsu!” is a program that supports train activities for railway fans! This time’s theme is “Japanese National Railways (JNR) rolling stock”! A special JNR feature with world-renowned musician and avid railway enthusiast Kohei Ueno as a guest! Representatives from four of Japan’s leading model Read More …
The One about a talk full of “railway-related” topics with female railway enthusiast announcer Kuno Tomomi!!
Female railway enthusiast and announcer #Tomomi Kuno and TV Osaka’s Manabu Watanabe engage in a collection of railway-related discussions! The Kintetsu Network boasts the longest total operating distance of any private railway in Japan! Starting with stories about the Kintetsu Network, the major artery connecting Read More …